THEATRE DIRECTOR SOPHIE DRAKE | THEATRE ACTING WORKSHOP
WORKSHOP FORMAT
In this workshop, you will work on text within a safe and ensemble led environment to unlock, re-imagine and have fun exploring a text through exercises and techniques that will build your confidence. You will experience a condensed version of Sophie Drake's approach to rehearsals and process – including script analysis, creating character, and how to vividly bring both to life. It’ll be a chance to jump into a specific scene with detail and guidance and receive feedback and direction. All within a focused, creative and supportive environment.
BIO
Sophie Drake is an award-winning theatre director and dramaturg based in London. She has worked on large-scale productions in the West End and on Broadway with actors including Ian McKellen, Penelope Wilton, and Tom Hollander. Sophie is the winner of the 2024 Stage Debut Best Director Award and was part of the '24 National Theatre Directors Course cohort.
Sophie's recent production of Angus Cerini's multi-award winning play THE BLEEDING TREE starring Mariah Gale, Elizabeth Dulau and Alexandra Jensen, ran at Southwark Playhouse and won the 2024 Stage Debut Best Director Award. The production received fantastic reviews and five Off-West-End nominations, including Best Director.
Sophie has just wrapped as Associate Director to Dominic Cooke on MRS WARREN'S PROFESSION which was running in the West End, featuring Imelda Staunton. Her upcoming production of CHARLEY'S AUNT adapted by Rob Madge will receive its world premiere at the Watermill Theatre later this year.
She will also be directing the upcoming RSC production of HAMLET based on Rupert Goold's original production which tours the UK in 2026.
**Please note all contact or questions regarding this workshop should come through the RAIS office. Please do not contact the workshop leader directly with questions**
Location
Copperfield Street, Tradestars, RUN AT IT SHOUTING, London, SE1 0EA