Completion of Certificate course in Acting-Black Box Theatre
A total of 11 enthusiastic youths have successfully completed 2 months long training in basic Acting-The Black Box theatre- batch 02 on 15 March 2023. The Black Box Theatre is the Drama Program organized by the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) to create and promote creativity among Bhutanese youths.
The Black Box Theatre program is fully funded under the Skills Development Program (SDP) MoESD. The participants were trained in theatrical performance and they are able to perform with confidence to be on the stage and the screen. They got the deep understanding in preparing for a character and play it with conviction. The participants are well equipped with; Solo performance, acting using the body language, usage of stage voice, 5 skills (communication, listening, thinking, research and self-management), voice modulation, usage of breath and eye contact, performing with co- partners, action and reaction techniques, Character works and guided and individual practice.
The SDP is, to mitigate the socio-economic impacts caused by the pandemic and to respond to the challenges posed by pandemic and to enhance the country’s economic resilience in the post-pandemic situation. The SDP program is also envisioned to benefit job seekers, laid-off workers, overseas returnees, and those affected by the current pandemic. More than 108 skilling areas in nine priority sectors are identified for implementation under the SDP in various public institutes and training centres.