Embracing
Change
SYMPOSIUM
24th June 2021
Department of Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media
University of York
Baird Lane, Heslington East, York, UK
YO105GB
creative opportunity
digital innovation
VIRTUAL EVENT
After a period of great change, we are taking stock and considering the positives that have emerged from this challenging time. Work within the creative sector has become both more remote yet collaborative, live and digital. As we emerge into this blended world, how can we embrace change and foster creativity?
How do we break down the barriers to opportunity for both artists and the audience?
What part will digital innovation play in enabling a fairer future for all?
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Department of Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media at the University of York invites postgraduate researchers to submit proposals for virtual presentations at our online symposium. Presentations can be live or pre-recorded, and accepted formats include mini-lectures (with PowerPoint or Prezi), performances, short films, installations, VR and interactive experiences. The theme of embracing change includes, but is not limited to, questions such as:
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How has the move to online performance affected the theatre industry?
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How have TV viewing habits changed in lockdown?
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What role do the arts, live and digital, play in mental health & wellbeing?
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How does the move to the digital affect a range of phenomena including social justice, inclusion and accessibility, environmental concerns, gender equality, pedagogy, and opportunities for international participation in events that were previously local?
Presentations on other topics will be considered as well, but priority will be given to those that fit the theme.
Proposals are invited from postgraduates in areas including, but not limited to, the following areas:
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Film and Television
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Theatre and Performance Studies
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Interactive Media and Games
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Sound design
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Anthropology and Sociology
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History
Date of Virtual Symposium: 24th June 2021. Deadline for submissions APRIL 18th 2020, 11:59 GMT.
How to submit a proposal: Fill in the form in the link below, which includes a 150-200 words abstract, a biographical note of 50-100 words, approximate duration (max 20 mins including 5 min for Q&A) as well as a description of your presentation proposal which will help us to evaluate if we can provide the adequate virtual platform.
Proposal submission link: Submission Form
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