At a Glance
- Tasks: Champion wellbeing and support artists in creating new retellings of Anansi's stories.
- Company: Join Anansi Theatre Company and Unlimited Theatre in a creative, inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Opportunity to work on meaningful projects and develop your artistic skills.
- Other info: No CV needed; just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!
- Why this job: Be part of a unique project celebrating folklore and empowering voices from the Global Majority.
- Qualifications: Open to all backgrounds; passion for mental health and storytelling is key.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We’re looking for a Wellbeing & Mental Health Champion and Dramaturg/Artist Support to join the team for Anansi The Spider as the project moves in development. The project will draw from research into West African, African American and Caribbean folklore but also the experiences of the creatives and participants involved, so we are particularly seeking female or non-binary individuals who identify as Black or from a Global Majority background. The roles are not age specific.
ABOUT ANANSI THE SPIDER
This is a new participatory project co‑produced by Anansi Theatre Company and Unlimited Theatre for wxmen of colour to create new retellings of the Anansi Spider Story. The project is led by Anansi Artistic Director and Unlimited Core Artist, Lauren Nicole Whitter. Anansi is an Akan folktale character. Taking shape as a spider, he is the Akan God of knowledge, wisdom and stories. He is one of the most important characters in West African, African American and Caribbean folklore. Originating in West Africa, these spider tales were brought to the Caribbean during the transatlantic slave trade. Anansi is most well known for being able to outsmart and triumph over more powerful opponents through the use of cunning, creativity and wit.
To create these retellings Lauren is working in partnership with ARC in Stockton and Derby Theatre to lead workshops with local wxmen of the Global Majority to develop ideas through personal stories, creative workshops and staged pieces of performance, unpacking the themes within the Anansi mythologies.
FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY
We’re not asking for a CV or for you to fill in an application form. We’ve put some simple instructions, as well as key production information and dates, into Call‑Out Packs for each role below so the first step is to read/listen to this – various formats available.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The application deadline for both roles is 10am on Wednesday 16 November 2022. We anticipate holding initial Zoom meetings with shortlisted candidates on Thursday 17 November. We will get back to you shortly after the deadline date to confirm whether we’d like to take the conversation further.
Anansi The Spider Call-Out: Wellbeing & Mental Health Champion and Dramaturg/Artist Support in Leicester employer: Unlimited Theatre
Anansi Theatre Company is an exceptional employer that champions diversity and creativity, providing a supportive environment for individuals from Global Majority backgrounds. With a focus on wellbeing and mental health, the company fosters a collaborative work culture where employees can grow through meaningful projects that celebrate rich cultural narratives. Joining Anansi means being part of a transformative initiative that not only values your voice but also empowers you to contribute to impactful storytelling in the heart of the community.
