Introduction to Physical Theatre Workshop: D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective
D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective
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PRECISION. ECONOMY. PRESENCE.
GROUNDED IN MEYERHOLD’S BIOMECHANICS. ADAPTABLE TO VIEWPOINTS, CONTACT IMPROVISATION, OR THE FRANTIC METHOD ON REQUEST.
In this workshop, students move, play, and push themselves physically as they discover how the body can be the most powerful storytelling tool on stage. Drawing on Meyerhold’s Biomechanics, the session takes students through structured movement exercises that build body awareness, spatial intelligence, and genuine stage presence.
Perfect for students who struggle to connect with text-based work—or any class that needs to get out of their heads and into their bodies.
Students will leave with: greater physical confidence on stage and a foundational vocabulary of physical theatre they can apply across performance styles.
For inquiries, bespoke workshop options, and to book directly, please email [email protected]
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‘One of my students has already referenced Biomechanics in a reflection and connected and compared it to work in Balinese Topeng. It has opened up their minds to the abstract and physical.’
— Teacher, Shanghai American School
‘The workshop was engaging, highly practical, and pitched perfectly to the needs of senior students preparing for their final public performance. Cesar and Megan created a collaborative and professional environment that encouraged risk-taking, ensemble awareness, and creative exploration. Their expertise not only deepened our students’ understanding of the theatrical form but also gave them concrete tools to apply directly in rehearsal. The incorporation of physical theatre and chorus techniques elevated the work, giving it a striking visual and emotional resonance that would not have been possible without the input of D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective.’ — Teacher, Wavell State High School
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About D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective: D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective is a Sunshine Coast–based contemporary theatre company committed to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. We create work that empowers individuals, sparks reflection, and encourages positive social change. Nominated for a Matilda Award (2025) and Winners of the Horizon Festival Anywhere Award (2021) and Best of Anywhere Festival Award (2023), we bring the same artistic excellence, care, and cultural consciousness to our youth programs as we do to our professional productions.
Learn more: divetheatre.com
For inquiries, bespoke workshop options, and to book directly, please email [email protected]
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MORE INFORMATION
Duration: 70–90 minutes
Cost: $350* (up to 20 students) / $15 per additional student (max. 30 students)
*A travel fee applies for schools outside Nambour, QLD, calculated at $0.90/km from our base. For regional QLD, interstate, or international bookings, please get in touch directly.
Before booking, please carefully review our Terms and Conditions HERE.
PROFESSIONAL LEARNING FOR TEACHERS
Teachers are warmly invited to participate in or observe any D.I.V.E. workshop. Each session concludes with a debrief covering the methodology used, key observations, and how the work can be extended in the classroom. Additional resources are available upon request.
IN-SCHOOL: For schools seeking deeper engagement, we offer dedicated in-school professional development workshops in Theatre of the Oppressed, Physical Theatre, and devising practice—led by professional practitioners and fellow teachers. Sessions can be delivered to your school or a cluster of schools, as a standalone event or as part of a longer program. You will leave with a solid understanding of our methodologies, new classroom-ready exercises, and supporting resources.
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS: D.I.V.E. also offers public professional development workshops throughout the year, open to teachers, emerging artists, and practitioners across Queensland and interstate. Public dates are announced via our newsletters and social media — subscribe to our newsletter The D.I.V.E. Arena HERE and our education-specific newsletter HERE, and follow us on Facebook HERE and Instagram HERE. Early bird pricing is available.
To discuss all professional learning options, please contact [email protected]
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For more information on our in-school workshops, in-school shows, professional development opportunities, and our physical theatre residency, please visit divetheatre.com or email [email protected]
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Key learning outcomes
Drama - Introduction to Physical Theatre
Students will be able to:
- Use the body as a primary expressive instrument, applying physical theatre principles to communicate meaning, character, and emotion without reliance on text
- Understand and apply the three foundational principles of Meyerhold’s Biomechanics — otkaz (the preparation that gives an action its direction and force), pocil (the action itself, performed with clear intention and purpose), and stoika (the dynamic point of stillness that completes a phrase and prepares the next) — to construct precise, intentional physical scores
- Eliminate superfluous movement, developing conscious control over every part of the body so that each gesture earns its place and communicates clearly to an audience
- Build stage presence and physical confidence through structured, progressive practice that moves from individual awareness into ensemble work
General Capabilities: Personal and Social Capability · Critical and Creative Thinking · Health Literacy (body awareness, self-regulation)
Additional Information
Venue:
– for workshops, we require a classroom, without furniture, that allows students to move freely;
– our shows can be adapted to any venue – our playing space is 6m x 9m.
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About the Artist
D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective is a Sunshine Coast-based multicultural contemporary theatre company that provides performing arts experiences of the highest calibre. We are a dynamic ensemble dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional theatre through innovative storytelling and immersive experiences. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, D.I.V.E. Theatre Collective aims to create thought-provoking productions that resonate with audiences on a profound level.
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