Inside the Lazarus GYM. Photograph taken by Charlie Flint
Post pandemic we noticed a decline in classical text skills and a lack of experience / confidence required to play, work and create as part of an ensemble. Performers tell us there’s a lack of affordable & professional acting development opportunities to help expand their craft, meet new collaborators and learn new skills.
We’re not here to throw shade: rather than lamenting we decided to do something to help.
The Lazarus GYM is a series of 3, 3 hour Sessions, where performers are introduced to our unique way of working with classical text and as part of our unique ensemble process.
We don't pretend that our way of working is the only way, we don't have all the answers, but the GYM is an opportunity to join us in our rehearsal space, an in-person space to develop your craft and place to work & collaborate with our team with almost 20 years of practical experience. The GYM is an offer.
Sessions are ensemble led, working as a company to dissect, analyse and then play classical text. We work physically, up on our feet. Performers work as part of a company, in pairs as well as one to one with our Artistic Director or Creative Producer with individual feedback given & supported by excellent experienced professional Lazarus performers.
The Lazarus GYM is the perfect workout for people new to us, as well as a fantastic refresher for those looking to refuel, recharge & reenter the industry.
"FUCK, IT WAS BRILLIANT"
"YOU ACTUALLY LEARN
SOMETHING, WHICH IN ALL HONESTY YOU DON'T WITH ALL WORKSHOPS"
"I LEFT FEELING ALIVE, CONNECTED & RICH IN SPIRIT & MIND"
"GREAT WAY TO GET INTO SHAKESPEARE"
GYM FEEDBACK
THE
CORE PROGRAME
Session 1: Foundations - An introduction to self, ensemble & our unique text process
Session 2: Ignite - An intensive physical ensemble session & further developing text skills
Session 3: Deepdive - A fully embodied & connected session where we share our discoveries
Each session begins with an intensive & thorough warm up, followed by physical ensemble exercise, text work is practical, on its feet and discovered through play, investigation and doing.
THE
REPS COMPANY
At the completion of the core programme participants will be invited to join our REPS Company - our bi-monthly acting GYM where we continue to expand our classical knowledge and expertise by investigating an array of classical texts, whilst digging deeper and developing a greater sense of ensemble through practical work.
WHEN
Season 6:
ON SALE SEPT 3RD
Core Programme
Mon 19th Oct, Mon 26th Oct & Mon 2nd Nov
REPS
Monday 28th Sept
Monday 30th Nov
Monday 25th Jan
All sessions take place on Mondays 6pm-9pm
COST
'Pay What You Can' from the range below
£30 (£10 per session)
£45 (£15 per session)
£60 (£20 per session)
£75 (£25 per session)
£90 (£30 per session)
£105 (£35 per session)
REPS
£15 (£5 per hour)
£20 (£6 per hour)
£25 (£8 per hour)
£30 (£10 per hour)
£35 (£11 per hour)
WHERE
Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich
Lazarus GYM 2025, Photography by Charlie Flint
GYM
T&C's
All bookings are non-refundable.
We are sorry, but we are unable to exchange places to other Seasons.
All GYM Participants must be aged 18 and over
FAQs
-Do you cast performers from the GYM in your productions and R&D's?
Yes, absolutely.
-How physical is the GYM, will I get sweaty?
Yes, & oh yes.
-Do I have to be "off book"?
Yes after Session 1 and before Session 2.
-What should I wear?
Be wearing movement clothing, clothes that stretch or are baggy and have plenty of give. Hair should be tied back and jewellery removed, our spaces are no shoe zones.
-Can I bring my phone into the studio and read from that?
No. Our spaces are digital free, old fashioned pencil and printed text only.
-Are the studios level access?
Yes and no. We have one space that is accessed by 15 steps and one that is level access, let us know your access requirements when booking.
-What if I've started but not completed all Levels from previous Seasons?
You have two options, you can book a top up slot, or book to complete the new Core Programme all in one go, when booking opens.
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