SPARK

You will have the opportunity to:

• Deepen your understanding of individual and group learning processes within the performing arts
• Design engaging performing arts workshops
• Enhance your self-directed learning abilities

Who can apply: Trainers, Youth workers, and Theatre makers with a strong interest in Non-Formal Education.

Why participate?

• Explore the power of performing arts in youth work
• Develop advanced skills in using performing arts as a training tool
• Expand your professional network and gain international experience

Course Overview:

This training aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate performing arts into their youth work practice. You will have the opportunity to:

• Deepen your understanding of individual and group learning processes within the performing arts
• Design engaging performing arts workshops
• Enhance your self-directed learning abilities

Who We Are Looking For

We seek passionate individuals from Spain, Italy, Estonia, Lithuania, Romania, Turkey, Latvia, and Croatia who:

• Excel in creating interactive performing arts workshops
• Possess a strong background in intercultural theatre
• Are eager to train others in using performing arts for non-formal education

Project Objectives

Our goals are to:

1. Develop a framework of performing arts practices adaptable to diverse youth communities and contexts.

2. Empower youth workers to create innovative performing arts tools for teamwork, reflection, energizing, space exploration, trust-building, and inspiration.

3. Support participants in building a comprehensive toolbox of resources for training and workshop development.

Participant Profile

Ideal candidates are:

• Socially engaged performing artists with experience in experiential, physical, or musical theater, dance, or visual arts.
• Fluent in English for effective communication and collaboration.
• Passionate about youth work and its potential.

Important Note:

Some activities may involve physical contact, such as energizers, team building, physical theater, and dance. All physical interactions will be conducted with utmost respect for participant comfort and boundaries.