Space
A unique theatre project in the Leith area of Edinburgh which explores people’s relationship to the space around them. In what ways do we mould space to the way we want to live? In what ways does space mould us? Does this relationship to space enable us to make positive changes in our lives? This project also explores the relationship between the theatrical space and the space outside the theatre and how one influences the other.
The first stage of this project is now complete. This involved the development of a piece of Forum Theatre for performances in various venues in Leith. Through workshops with members of the Leith community we developed SPACE, which told the story of Maggie who wanted to save the local green space from being turned into a car park. The play explored the question “What stops people from taking an active stake in public space?”
“I’ve never seen anything like it! It is such an interesting and dynamic way to explore issues. I really liked how the audience interacted with and influenced the play.” Audience member, SPACE
If you would like to get involved with stage 2 of the project then please contact us.
ACTive INquiry would like to thank Art in Architecture, The Pilmeny Development Project, Out of the Blue Arts and Education Trust, and Duncan Place Resource Centre for hosting SPACE performances.