workshops:
theatre & film

why this workshop

In a post #MeToo world, lots of folks are wondering how to navigate the intimate world of theatre, film, and television, while still maintaining respect. Everyone has had the same sexual harassment trainings, and the use of intimacy coordinators and directors is becoming standard.

But what about etiquette in dressing rooms? What about handling scenes of intense physical contact that aren't otherwise "intimate"? What about figuring out costumes that still honor actor's boundaries?

This workshop equips all members of the production team with practical tools to navigate consent and boundaries, while still honoring creativity and the intensely personal nature of this work.

what the workshop covers

Each workshop can easily be tailored to your specific needs, but typically, the workshop covers:

Discussion of comfort zones, growth zones, and trauma zones
Self regulation skills
Definitions of consent and boundaries
Learning how to say and hear "no"
Communicating boundaries
Closure practices
What to do when someone crosses a boundary
Open Q&A

Workshops are a combination of discussion and group activities, and no intimacy is required.

testimonials

"Doing a Consent Workshop with Liz was so healing. It actually helped me unravel (and remember) some fears that have been holding me back on stage and in life. Being taught that I have the right to have power over what happens to my body, even in 'minor' interactions, was an astounding experience."

- Julie, workshop participant

details

Workshops typically last 1-2 hours and are created for groups of 15-30.To allow all members of a production to participate, workshops can be offered in several sessions over the course of a day or several days. While the workshop is most effective in person, remote options are also available. I also like to coordinate with a company’s existing HR department to make sure the workshop incorporates existing policies.

Rates

$150 - $5000

Because of the enormous variety in budgets and group sizes, rates also vary greatly.

Production companies can pay a flat fee for their organization or can host a workshop and share in participant fees.