Theatre Workshop

Description
The scheme "Theatre Workshop" is a state-level cultural scheme by the Kala Academy, Department of Art and Culture, Government of Goa. The objective of the scheme is to provide scientific knowledge of theatre to upcoming theatre artistes through an expert theatre personality. The workshops are organised on the written request of institutions working in the field of theatre and educational institutions for their students. Applications are invited by announcement in local print and electronic media. Certificates are given to the trainees.

Benefits
• Honorarium T.A./D.A. is paid to the conductor of the workshop and the person assisting the conductor.
• Certificates are given to the trainees.

Eligibility Criteria
1. Institutions working in the field of theatre and educational institutions are eligible.

Application Process
Step 1: The applications for this scheme are invited by Kala Academy, Goa, by announcement in local print and electronic media.
The interested institutions must apply in the prescribed format provided in the local print/ electronic media.
The application …
Offline

The applications for this scheme are invited by Kala Academy, Goa, by announcement in local print and electronic media.
The interested institutions must apply in the prescribed format provided in the local print/ electronic media.
The application must be submitted to the Member Secretary, Kala Academy, providing all the relevant particulars and details.
The application must be submitted within the stipulated date declared by Kala Academy every year.
Authority to Receive Applications: Member Secretary, Kala Academy.
Authority for Redressal of Grievances: Member Secretary/Chairman, Kala Academy, Goa.

Required Documents
• Documents supporting that the Institution is either an educational institution or is working in the field of theatre.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of conducting theatre workshops for aspiring artists?
A: The workshops aim to provide scientific knowledge of theatre to upcoming theatre artists through guidance from expert theatre personalities.

Q: Who can request the organization of a theatre workshop under this program?
A: Institutions working in the field of theatre or educational institutions for their students can submit a written request to organize a workshop.

Q: How are participants selected or invited to join the theatre workshops?
A: Applications are invited through announcements in local print and electronic media, and interested individuals can apply accordingly.

Q: Do participants receive any certification upon completing the theatre workshop?
A: Yes, trainees who complete the workshop are given certificates as recognition of their participation.

Q: What financial support is provided to the experts conducting the theatre workshops?
A: The conductor of the workshop and their assistant receive honorarium, travel allowance, and daily allowance paid by Kala Academy.

Q: Who is responsible for approving and organizing these theatre workshops?
A: The Member Secretary of Kala Academy Goa receives suggestions and oversees the organization of these workshops.

Q: If there are any grievances regarding the workshop, whom should applicants contact?
A: The Member Secretary or Chairman of Kala Academy Goa is the authority for addressing any grievances related to the workshops.

Q: Are these workshops open to individuals, or only institutions can apply for them?
A: While institutions submit requests to organize workshops, participation is open to individuals through public announcements.

Q: What kind of institutions are eligible to request a theatre workshop?
A: Theatre-related institutions and educational institutions seeking workshops for their students can submit a written request.

Q: How are the workshop conductors and assistants compensated for their involvement?
A: They receive honorarium, travel allowance, and daily allowance directly from Kala Academy.

Q: What is the role of Kala Academy in organizing these theatre workshops?
A: Kala Academy funds the workshops by paying conductors and assistants and facilitates their organization upon institutional requests.

Q: What type of media is used to announce the theatre workshops?
A: Announcements are made in both local print and electronic media to invite applicants.

Q: Can private theatre groups outside educational institutions request these workshops?
A: Yes, any institution working in the field of theatre can submit a written request.