Stagecraft is CFT's innovative new skills training programme, designed to provide you and your team members with unique and enjoyable development opportunities.

Led by skilled facilitators from our acclaimed LEAP (Learning, Education and Participation) department, these engaging sessions will help you and your team enhance your confidence and stage presence, boost creative problem-solving, and foster stronger working relationships - all while having a fantastic time!

Already in? Click here to register your interest or keep reading to find out more.

Workshops & Outcomes

Choose from the following workshop menu:

Stage Presence & Confidence
Learn how to captivate any audience and exude confidence with simple, effective theatrical exercises. In this practical workshop you'll conquer stage fright and discover your inner presenter.

Drama Games for Team Building
Enjoy two hours of laughter and collaboration with fun improvisation comedy games. These engaging activities will build trust, improve communication, and strengthen team dynamics, all while fostering creativity.

Creative Problem Solving
Unleash your creativity and tackle challenges with innovative problem-solving techniques. Inspired by professional theatre practices, this workshop will help you think outside the box and collaborate more effectively.

Presentation Skills & Body Language
Elevate your presentations and interpersonal relationships with powerful body language and refined speaking skills. This workshop will enable your team to deliver compelling presentations with confidence and poise.

Cost and Location

Our in-person Stagecraft workshops can be held at CFT or your own venue, each lasting two hours. To ensure the best experience, we recommend groups of 6 to 20 participants. Pricing per person is:

• 6 - 8 people: £35 per person
• 9 - 13 people: £30 per person
• 14 - 20 people: £25 per person

If you’re looking for a more bespoke Workshop package for you and your team, we would be happy to discuss this with you. Please email us at [email protected] to enquire further.

In addition to our practical workshop package, we can discuss additional add-ons to make your Stagecraft day even more special. Provide your staff with refreshment packages from our in-house caterers, take a backstage tour of the Theatre or attend an evening performance with pre-show drinks and dinner available in our on-site restaurant. To find out more, please mention your interest when enquiring.

Don't just take our word for it...

Here's what recent workshop attendees had to say:

"I thought the training was excellent, it was enjoyable, informative and very applyable."

"Since the pandemic, I've felt as though I've become more introverted; and in the few days since the workshop, I've felt a lot more confident holding work and social conversations and contributing to group discussions."

"The workshop exceeded my expectations. It provided valuable insights and practical skills that, I believe, would benefit anyone who needs to make presentations in both professional and personal settings. The well-rounded approach and practical tips offered a comprehensive foundation for effective communication."

Interested?

To register your interest in a Stagecraft workshop, please complete the short form by clicking the button below and a member of the team will be in touch with further information.

About our practitioner

Louise Rigglesford (she/they) has worked at CFT since 2012, after graduating from The Central School of Speech and Drama with a degree in Drama, Applied Theatre and Education. As Senior Community and Outreach Manager, she oversees the Community strand of the LEAP department, splitting her time between Project Management, Facilitation of workshops and directing small scale community performances. During her time at the theatre, she has been spearheaded numerous impactful projects which include: the CFT Buddies Scheme; FestivALL – an annual two-day festival of work performed by adults with additional needs; and the Three Trees Company - a group run at The Chichester Centre for adults in recovery from mental illnesses.

Louise has a particular passion for making co-created devised work with non-professional performers. She believes that theatre can and should be for everyone, regardless of background or experience, and that the skills that theatre teaches can have a far-reaching benefit beyond the rehearsal room.