Election post
Hello :) My name is Hannah. I have worked in a variety of shows both externals and in Bloomsbury theatre. My focus is in Sound, Set and Stage management.
External shows can be an excellent way for students to experiment with theatre, transforming empty classrooms to a stage. They are also brilliant for visiting different venues outside UCL and for students with less experience or less time availability to get involved in the Stage Crew Society. I believe they can be made extremely sociable; a great way to build friendships across the society and the larger UCL network. They are also very useful for those wanting roles in Bloomsbury Theatre productions to gain experiences, as well as students who want a bit of a break from Blooms!
If elected, I would prioritise
- Accessibility – I aim to support those who may struggle to access the theatre due to disability, experience, confidence, etc. As part of my role, I would collaborate with the Social Secretary to organise workshops around theatre skills and discussions of what theatre is or can be.
- Communication - I will have good time management skills, be present, listen and support a wide range of people to put on shows.
- Teaching and learning – I would push using externals as a platform to support Stage Crew members in teaching each other and sharing knowledge. We might work with the Externals Officer to look at equipment stage crew uses.
I hope you will consider me as one of your external officers for this year.