Task 1: Exploring Techniques: Physical Theatre: Frantic Assembly
Frantic Assembly Classical Theatre Performance What is Physical Theatre? Physical Theatre is a type of theatre where actors use their bodies to portray the emotion I of characters and storylines. Physical theatre is abstract and often conveys hidden metaphors relating to complex social and cultural issues. WHO ARE FRANTIC ASSEMBLY? H HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Background Information Frantic Assembly was founded in 1994 by Scott Graham, Steven Hoggett and Vicki Middleton. The company has developed into one of the UK's most successful theatre companies. The companies ambition is that they continue to 'Learn and remain committed to making brave and bold theatre'. At times it can be physically brutal and dynamic. Whereas, at other times it's tender and fragile. Frantic Assembly are all about the 'ethos of collaboration, or empowerment, of that constant desire to improve.' They're also about 't elling stories in a voice we don't always hear and about find...
