1.6: Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation (NZIF 2020)

The panelists of Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation: (L-R) Kris Beattie, Liz Butler, Brendan West, Jean Sergent, Aaron Douglas

The craft of building a character can be challenging, especially if the character is a comedic embodiment of your own identity. In a world that constantly craves authenticity and new content, how can 21st century performers live up to this demand? Join Truth, Authenticity & Characterisation - a round table of experienced theatre, improvisers and stand up comedy performers as they break down the concept of authenticity and discuss how artists can be authentic while crafting comedic and theatrical personas. 

Featuring: Jean Sergent, Brendan West, Liz Butler, Kris Beattie & Aaron Douglas. 

Recorded Thursday 8th October 2020 at BATS Theatre, 1 Kent Terrace

This episode was produced and edited by Aaron Douglas and made possible thanks to the New Zealand Improvisation Trust, Wellington City Council, and Victoria University’s internship programme.

NZ Improv Festival: Close To Home ran 3-10 October 2020 at BATS Theatre.
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