§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

dramaturge

Dramaturges read new plays and works and propose them to the stage director and/or art council of a theatre.

Description

Dramaturges read new plays and works and propose them to the stage director and/or art council of a theatre. They gather documentation on the work, author, problems addressed, times and described environments. They also participate in the analysis of themes, characters, dramatic construction, etc.

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

define artistic performance concepts develop drama production process do historical research analyse theatre texts analyse the scenography advise on historical context define creative components create theatre workbooks familiarise with personal directing styles understand the conceptual dimension of a live performance conduct background research for plays understand the emotional dimension of a performance discuss plays interpret performance concepts in the creative process study play productions describe artistic experience work with an artistic team

OPTIONALOptional competences

preserve documentation about creative process study relevant writing draw up reference documents for performance work in an international environment create script for artistic production stimulate creativity in the team evaluate writings in response to feedback synthesise research publications adapt to artists' creative demands manage writing administration adjust the work during the creative process develop creative ideas speak different languages coordinate with creative departments consult team on creative project draw up rehearsal notes assess the work during the performance develop proposed choreographic language show intercultural awareness

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)