a gablestage pilot program
Igniting the ambitions of the next generation of theatre artists, Ignite seeks to give young people access to every aspect of GableStage. This season we continue our partnership with Coral Reef High School and will additionally welcome Florida
Memorial University (FMU).
Peruse our IGNITE study guide below!
In addition to receiving tickets to all five productions, a nominated partner high-school – with serious theatre students – will have season-long access to GableStage artists and company members.
In advance of attending the production, students and teachers receive the scripts for the season and interactive study guides for each production. They are then visited by a teaching artist and a member of the creative team for a private workshop.
After each production, students will engage in a private Q & A with cast and crew in the theatre. Creative Team members will then re-visit the school to conduct active workshops using text and themes from the play.
This season, we are delighted to welcome Coral Reef Senior High as our designated partner school.
Students will receive tickets to all season productions
Students and teachers receive the scripts for the season and interactive study guides for each production
Students and teachers will be visited by a teaching artist and a member of the creative team for a private workshop.
After each production, students will engage in a private Q & A with cast and crew in the theatre.
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Iain Batchelor is an actor, published poet and artist. He is an alumni of the prestigious West Glamorgan Youth Theatre Company and a 2010 graduate of the world renowned London drama school, RADA. He is known for his role as Thomas Seymour in the Emmy nominated BBC series, Wolf Hall (2015), as well as his work on Assassin’s Creed (2016) and Frequencies (2013). Iain’s work in theatre has included successful periods at the Royal Shakespeare Company and The National Theatre, London, as well as various other appearances at regional British Theatres.
Iain recently emigrated to the U.S. where he is continuing his work on stage and screen, as well using his skills to direct and coach young actors applying for national college courses.
PARTNER SCHOOL
Coral Reef Senior High School, Miami’s Mega-Magnet, opened its doors in 1997 with the mission to create a community of learners who embrace their diversity. A variety of curricular offerings, theme-based academies and extracurricular activities provide students with meaningful, well-rounded educational experiences. The Visual & Performing Arts Academies allows the involvement in the arts associated with gains in math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal skill. The school understands that arts learning can also improve motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork. The Theatre Magnet Strand leads students to learn acting, directing, designing, and writing skills to create formal and informal theatre, film/videos and perform in them.
PARTNER SCHOOL
Florida Memorial University is a private coeducational institution with the distinction of being one of the oldest academic centers in the state, and the only historically Black university in South Florida. A beautifully renovated, technologically advanced, welcoming campus is the hub of vibrant student life. Whether you reside on or off campus, you will have access to activities for every interest, including athletics, Greek life, academic organizations, the arts, and even a nationally recognized marching band. A small, family-like campus community seamlessly provides the resources and opportunities commonly found at larger institutions.Community engagement is a crucial part of the FMU experience. The university has become a major presence in the local – and global – community, having formed strong partnerships with renowned corporations and organizations. These relationships open doors, foster connections, and provide real-world experiences that set FMU students apart from the crowd.
Dramaturgical packet created by Karina Batchelor about “Heisenberg” by Simon Stephens.
Listen to the music selected for the GableStage production of “Heisenberg.”
Check the video prepared by Karina Batchelor inspired in “Heisenberg” by Simon Stephens.
