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Devising with Emerging Actors
The Necessary Stage
(Singapore)
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Workshop
New to acting? This workshop is for you.
In this workshop, you will learn how The Necessary Stage makes theatre. It will be led by Artistic Director Haresh Sharma.
You will learn how to build characters through improvisations. Haresh will teach you to write scenes and shape a story. You will also work with other actors to create short pieces together.
The workshop has seven sessions. It will take place during the Singapore Fringe Festival 2027. At the end, you will present your works in progress at a public show.
Submit your application to participate in this workshop at: go.singaporefringe.com/sff27-devisingappform
Do note that the deadline for submissions is Monday 7 December 2026, 12pm.
Calling all actors who are starting out! If you are new to the theatre scene, this workshop is perfect for you.
This workshop is an introduction to the devising methodology of The Necessary Stage, led and guided by Artistic Director Haresh Sharma.
Participants will learn how to create characters through improvisations, write scenes, and structure narratives. They will be part of a collaborative process where they work with fellow actors to create short presentations.
This seven-session workshop will take place during the Singapore Fringe Festival 2027 and will culminate in a public performance showcasing the works-in-progress of the participants.
Submit your application to participate in this workshop at: go.singaporefringe.com/sff27-devisingappform
Do note that the deadline for submissions is Monday 7 December 2026, 12pm.
Date & Duration
8 – 23 January 2027
Venue
Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Workshop Fees
$200
Showcase
Join us for a free showcase! It is created by the participants of Devising with Emerging Actors.
For Fringe 2027, we are starting a new workshop. It is for actors who are new to theatre. It will be led by our Artistic Director, Haresh Sharma.
The workshop is based on the theme “Belonging.” In this workshop, participants will learn The Necessary Stage’s way of making theatre. They will work together to create characters through improvisation. They will also write scenes and build stories. At the end of the workshop, they will share their works-in-progress.
It is created by the next generation of actors in Singapore. Share your thoughts and feedback. Show your support for new creative voices.
Join us for a free showcase by the participants of Devising with Emerging Actors!
Specially for Fringe 2027, we will be launching a workshop for actors who are starting out in the theatre scene, led by Artistic Director Haresh Sharma.
Centered on our theme of “Belonging”, Devising with Emerging Actors introduces our participants to The Necessary Stage’s unique devising methodology. Over the Fringe, they will collaborate to create characters through improvisations, write scenes, and structure narratives. The workshop will culminate in a special work-in-progress presentation.
Watch the next generation of actors in Singapore. Share your suggestions and feedback. Support our emerging creative voices.
Date & Duration
23 January 2027, 3pm & 8pm
Venue
Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
Admission free with registration
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