Theatre Gargantua’s Winter 2022 TD Emerging Artists Roundtable Series is a forum for emerging artists and graduating post-secondary students to engage directly with professional theatre makers. Moderated by Gargantua’s Artistic Director Jacquie P.A. Thomas, these sessions empower participants to develop creative relationships that help bridge the gap between formal training and professional work. This winter, a group of 10-12 emerging artists will come together in a series of four 90-minute sessions, featuring compelling guest speakers. Participants will gain insights into the Canadian theatre industry, and how to carve out a place for their own work. The Roundtable is an opportunity for a diverse collection of artists to connect with each other — artists from all theatrical disciplines are welcome to apply.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, sessions will be held via ZOOM. We’re excited that this digital opportunity opens the program to artists from beyond Toronto.
We strongly encourage and will prioritize applicants from equity-seeking communities, historically excluded or marginalized groups, and intersecting identities.
Participation is free. Space is limited.
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
- Provocative discussion with professional artists
- Artist mentoring
- Networking
- Connecting with fellow emerging artists
- Potential to attend Theatre Gargantua events
WINTER 2022 DATES (PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND ALL SESSIONS):
Wednesday, February 9th (3:00-4:30pm)
Wednesday, February 23rd (3:00-4:30pm)
Wednesday, March 23rd (3:00-4:30pm)
Wednesday, April 13th (3:00-4:30pm)
To apply, please submit your resume and a single-page cover letter stating: your experience and area of interest in theatre, any formal training you’ve received (school, program of study, year of study or of graduation), and what you hope to gain from the Roundtable experience.
Please send applications as one combined PDF to: info@theatregargantua.ca.
Applications are due by 11:59pm on Friday February 4th.
This opportunity is made possible through the generous support of the TD Ready Commitment, TD’s global corporate citizenship platform.