Unlocking creativity through sustainable theatre design
Welcome to this month's episode with guest Maria Terry (@mariaterrydesign on Instagram )
Maria is a performance designer for live arts. She completed an MA Performance Design at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in 2021, during which time she was awarded the John Elvery prize to recognise Excellence in Stage Design. Previously Maria studied at the University of York, before finding her feet as a scenic artist, designer and maker, working with a variety of companies across the UK. She is part of East Midlands collective B Team, who create theatre about the environment that provokes conversation and change. Maria is a regular speaker and workshop facilitator at UoD, NTU, University of the Arts London and for schools, youth and community groups. Maria is currently the Design and Technology Technician at a local Community School which enables her to focus on building her creative career, including renting her studio at Banks Mill Studios. Maria was Shortlisted for the coveted emerging stage design Linbury Prize in 2021 for her integrated approach towards sustainability.
Key discussion points:
- Navigating the post-Covid theatre landscape as a freelance designer
- Creating sustainable designs for live theatre, film and TV productions
- The challenges we face as creatives in this ever-evolving world
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