Theatre In Business
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
Transforming Workplaces Through Theatre
At Theatre Inspiring Change, we harness the power of theatre to address critical issues in the workplace, including equality, diversity, inclusion, and racism. Our innovative, interactive performances are designed to engage employees, spark meaningful conversations, and drive real change within your organisation.
Why Use Theatre in Business?
Theatre is a powerful tool for exploring complex and sensitive topics in a safe and impactful way. Unlike traditional training methods, our theatrical approach brings issues to life, allowing participants to witness and engage with real-world scenarios that reflect the challenges faced in today’s diverse workplaces.
Our focus areas include -
Equality and Diversity
We create performances that explore the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace. By highlighting the benefits of a diverse and inclusive environment, we help organisations understand how to foster a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.
Inclusion
Our shows delve into the concept of inclusion, demonstrating how inclusive practices can enhance collaboration, creativity, and productivity. Through thought-provoking storytelling, we illustrate the impact of inclusion on both individual well-being and organisational success.
Racism
Addressing racism head-on, our performances provide a platform for open dialogue and reflection. We examine the roots and consequences of racial bias, offering insights into how organisations can challenge racism and promote equity at every level.
How It Works
Our theatre-based workshops and performances are tailored to the specific needs of your organisation. We work closely with you to identify the key issues and objectives, ensuring that the content resonates with your employees and aligns with your goals.
Each performance is followed by facilitated discussions, where participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, reflect on their own experiences, and explore practical steps for creating a more inclusive workplace.
The Benefits of using Theatre Inspiring Change
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Engagement - Theatre captures attention and emotion, leading to higher levels of engagement and retention of key messages.
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Empathy - By stepping into the shoes of others, participants develop greater empathy and understanding of different perspectives.
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Actionable Insights - Our performances not only highlight issues but also provide practical strategies for addressing them in the workplace.
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Cultural Change- By fostering open conversations about equality, diversity, and inclusion, our theatre-based approach contributes to a lasting cultural shift within your organisation.
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Partner with Us to Inspire Change
Creating an inclusive, equitable workplace requires more than just policies—it requires a deep understanding of the issues and a commitment to change. Theatre Inspiring Change is here to help you take that journey. Let’s work together to build a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Contact us today to learn more about how our performances can support your organisation’s equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.
Focus Group
A focus group is for your team explore the issues around the project and the topic.
Delivered as a drama workshop with a Theatre Inspiring Change facilitator and actor, the focus groups allows your team to communicate how they feel, what they think the issues are, what language they find around the issues, what experiences they find as well as exploring communication and team working skills.
Conversations, opinions, words and discoveries are then taken into the rehearsal room to feed into the following interactive show/workshop. Enabling an ownership to the piece that this focus group will see when the show comes to them.
Logistics:
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30 students for 1 session (2 or 3 hours)
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A room with no furniture (ie drama studio or hall)
Who we have worked with
Here are some of the clients we have worked with:
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WorldPay
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HMPPS Probation Service
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Local Authorities
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Football and Rugby clubs
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Show Racism the Red Card
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Houses of Parliament
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, we dismantle barriers and empower individuals to speak out against discrimination confidently, to create a brighter, more compassionate future.