Are you interested in performing arts?
Want to learn new skills?
Needing some time just for you?
Maybe you’re looking to turn your hobby into a career?
Or just to get creative with like minded people.
INVEST IN YOURSELF: RISE UP
RISE UP is Paperwork Theatre’s flagship community arts campaign for women, highly regarded as an inclusive, vibrant, arts and skills development offer in the North West.
We deliver courses, projects and productions which empower women in Liverpool & Knowsley to take centre stage, with opportunities to share stories, that are vibrant, inspirational and entertaining.
Across a term of weekly sessions you will:
- Meet new friends and collaborators, developing confidence whilst building a network of peers
- Work as part of an ensemble to develop your performance and acting skills.
- Work with a professional Director and team of Creatives to create and rehearse a devised performance
- Perform at Shakespeare North Playhouse for a live audience in the Sir Ken Dodd Performance Garden on Friday 31st July.
It’s been transformative. I’ve made amazing friends and networks and have learnt and grown so much. I’ve got back my love for performing and can’t wait to continue this creative journey!
Autumn 2024 course participant
When & Where is it?
RISE UP sessions will take place at Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot (L34), with one session at Liverpool Arts Bar in Liverpool city centre (L1). The end of term performance will take place in the Ken Dodd Performance Garden which is an outdoor stage at Shakespeare North Playhouse.
Course Dates
Please note that applicants must be available for all dates to be considered.
Tuesday 9 June 6-8pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Saturday 13 June 10-6pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 16 June 6-8.30pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 23 June 6-8.30pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 30 June 6-8.30pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 7 July 6-8pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Sunday 12 July 10-4pm Liverpool Arts Bar Studio
Tuesday 14 July 6-8pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 21 July 6-8.30pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
Tuesday 28 July 6-8.30pm Shakespeare North PlayhouseFriday 31 July 10am-9pm Shakespeare North Playhouse
During the final session there will be a Technical and Dress Rehearsal during the daytime
and a Performance in the evening.
Who can join?
This project is an inclusive space for all women aged 18+ from the Liverpool City Region. There is no upper age limit. It is aimed at women who would describe themselves as emerging/early career in their practice but anyone with an an interest in the arts can apply. We tailor each group to create a mix of experience, skills, interests, ages and backgrounds.
You don’t need experience to take part, however any skills you do have will be used!
The course is free to attend, however applicants must be fully committed and available for all of the dates to be considered.
I’ve loved every minute. It’s been amazing and transformative to learn so much with this incredible group. It’s given me the drive to get back to the creative arts and the belief in myself that I can do it.
RISE UP participant
How do I apply?
RISE UP is a very popular course, often with more applicants than places so please only apply if you can make all of the dates and times detailed above to ensure a place isn’t wasted.
Places on RISE UP are free thanks to kind support from Lottery Community Fund.
Photos by AB Photography
Access
Paperwork Theatre is committed to making our work as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have a specific access need please get in touch with us to discuss how we can best support you to participate.
How else can I get involved?
- Join our opportunities mailing list with signposting to other creative activities
- Check out our Artists page for our latest workshops
- Pitch for Paperwork Theatre’s Teacup Commission, a £400 micro fund to support new ideas
About Paperwork Theatre
As a fiercely female-led company, we understand the power of women supporting women. We build opportunities and pass on the skills we learn to others, championing female voices, showcasing talent and investing in new ideas wherever we can.
We’ve designed this programme with the input of freelance artists, community members and audiences who have attended our workshops and community panel, kindly supported by Lottery Community Fund.
