1st Edition
Creativity in Theatre-Making Collaboration and Innovation for Theatre Production
By Paul Colwell
Copyright 2026
212 Pages
29 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
212 Pages
29 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
212 Pages
29 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Creativity in Theatre-Making identifies and explores relationships between theatremakers. The book seeks to expand opportunities for creativity and collaboration from concept to realisation. It does so by reconsidering the so-called ‘technical roles’ as ‘creators’, thereby dismantling the conventional distinction between creative and technical teams. The book challenges this limited views of... Read more
1. Creativity in Theatre 2. The Creatives 3. Resources 4. The Creators 5. Hierarchy and Heterarchy 6. Aspirations and Possibilities 7. Feedback 8. Risk 9. Meetings 10. Theatre Process Meetings 11. Putting It All Together
Biography
Paul Colwell joined the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2013. He teaches a range of theatre-making topics across Central’s BA and MA portfolio, with a particular focus on collaboration, technical drawing, design realisation, risk management, and management strategy. Prior to Central, he worked in professional theatre at all scales; from tiny pub theatres to West End musicals to international touring. Roles have included Production Manager, Set and Costume Designer, Lighting Designer and Chief Electrician. His interdisciplinary experience enables him work across creativity, technology and collaboration.
