Intro to Theatre Directing

Overview

Over the course of 10 weeks, we will explore and define the role of the director in theatre.

Students will learn how to navigate the different stages of directing a show from prep to rehearsals, to tech. We will cover interpretation of text, relationships with writers and working with new work. Equally, the course will explore directing actors as well as creating a safe, collaborative and focused rehearsal room.

We will also develop the skills of how to communicate with designers and translate a script and a vision into a cohesive visual story on stage.

Through discussions, analysis of text and workshops, we will begin developing the skills it takes to become a theatre director and to gain an understanding and practical experience of the craft.

This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of directing. This includes actors and writers who have worked in different areas and want to evolve their work, as well as newcomers who would like a chance to gain knowledge of the tools needed to become a director.

Led by Jeda de Brí, an award-winning director and writer. Most recently she wrote and directed the Screen Ireland Focus Short Naked Lights, produced by Carbonated Comet, which had its world premier at the Galway Film Fleadh 2024.
For stage, she has worked with The Abbey, The Gate, Fishamble and The Lyric and has directed both national and international tours. Her writing has been published by Oberon Books. Currently, she is adapting her critically acclaimed play, TRYST, into a feature, which she will direct with Treasure Entertainment.