Have just finished reading the first Reader- and found it (as i mentioned before) more interesting that i orgininally thought i would. Its strange that Web 2.0 platforms such as Facebook which i use everyday and take for granted- has a background of theories, reasearch and issues.
I had never thought about how online systems support collective intelligence until reading about "Gruber's" 3 conponents on how this happens. Most of these conponents i knew happened (and had frequently used them myself) but had not put them in the catagory as benifits to the system (if im making any sense).
It was quite overwhelming to see how the systems have grown so rapily eg Facebook starting out with only 1500 in 2004- and in 2010 having over 400 million members.
On the whole i dont really have anymore thoughts i dont think- I pretty much agreed with everything i read, and didnt disagree too much with anything i read. I did sometimes think that too much thought did go into what i was reading- BUT that is because i have just started out and havent yet developed the love and passion for Web.20- i will eventually.
Monday 31 October 2011
Friday 28 October 2011
First Blog- "Youth offenders experience" and Initial thoughts on module one reader
First blog, dont really know what to write but i'll give it a go.
This week has been very hectic but one that I dont think i will ever forget. At the moment I am part of a touring show called "Crime of the Century" this is a dance production which is issue based theatre trying to tackle Knife crime and anti- gang violence. This show has been touring for 3 years and is now just touring schools. In the show i play the "victims mother" which is a very hard part to play as in 2008 i lost my cousin Shaquille Smith to knife crime.
On Tuesday we went to a young offenders prision to perform the show and do a workshop with them. I can honestly say I havent been that nervous for a performance for a very very long time. When we was waiting in the hall waiting for them to come in, i was thinking about all the worse case cinareos which could happen. Then when they did actually walk in the fear which i had of performing infront of them completed melted away and what I saw was 15 children walking into a space, and i could only imagen the stories and the experiences which these young individuals had been through. They reacted to the show so well and were one of the best audiences we have ever had, they showed total and utter respect to the show which is dedicated to my cousin.
During the workshop they were very reluctant to talk initally- and couldnt gage what "Chickenshed" was or who we were to them- we quickly showed them that we were not any type of authoritative figure, nor someone preech to them about the mistakes which they have made in the past. We just wanted to talk to them and find out their view on the issues- which were the reasons why they were in prison for violent crimes.
This experience has pushed me further to continue my research on the power of theatre and performing arts in direct relation to issues, and the disscussion of these issues.
I have also started the Module One Task Reader- "Professional Communication Technologies"- initial thoughts when i started reading this was that it had no relation to what i wanted to do in the future. But then forcing myself to continue reading i found that actually it is very much relevent to my life and my future career. Its quite interesting to know how we take social networking for granted now as it is so easily accessible, not thinking about the stages in which it has taken Web to get to this point. Anyways im still a little bit confused with what i am reading and what my "developed thoughts" will be so when i finish, we'll see what happens.
This week has been very hectic but one that I dont think i will ever forget. At the moment I am part of a touring show called "Crime of the Century" this is a dance production which is issue based theatre trying to tackle Knife crime and anti- gang violence. This show has been touring for 3 years and is now just touring schools. In the show i play the "victims mother" which is a very hard part to play as in 2008 i lost my cousin Shaquille Smith to knife crime.
On Tuesday we went to a young offenders prision to perform the show and do a workshop with them. I can honestly say I havent been that nervous for a performance for a very very long time. When we was waiting in the hall waiting for them to come in, i was thinking about all the worse case cinareos which could happen. Then when they did actually walk in the fear which i had of performing infront of them completed melted away and what I saw was 15 children walking into a space, and i could only imagen the stories and the experiences which these young individuals had been through. They reacted to the show so well and were one of the best audiences we have ever had, they showed total and utter respect to the show which is dedicated to my cousin.
During the workshop they were very reluctant to talk initally- and couldnt gage what "Chickenshed" was or who we were to them- we quickly showed them that we were not any type of authoritative figure, nor someone preech to them about the mistakes which they have made in the past. We just wanted to talk to them and find out their view on the issues- which were the reasons why they were in prison for violent crimes.
This experience has pushed me further to continue my research on the power of theatre and performing arts in direct relation to issues, and the disscussion of these issues.
I have also started the Module One Task Reader- "Professional Communication Technologies"- initial thoughts when i started reading this was that it had no relation to what i wanted to do in the future. But then forcing myself to continue reading i found that actually it is very much relevent to my life and my future career. Its quite interesting to know how we take social networking for granted now as it is so easily accessible, not thinking about the stages in which it has taken Web to get to this point. Anyways im still a little bit confused with what i am reading and what my "developed thoughts" will be so when i finish, we'll see what happens.
Joelyns CV
Joelyn Morrall C.V
About Me
I am currently studying for a BA in Proffessional Practice related to Inclusive Performance with Middlesex University at the Chickenshed Theatre Company. I have chosen to continue my studies at Chickenshed Theatre Company as I have been a member of this theatre company since the age of seven, when I started the Children’s Theatre. I choose to do the Foundation Degree course which they offered in order to gain a further understanding of their ethos- and gain practical experiences of how they work, especially within education, and now the BA which is a continuation of the learning which I have received whilst being a member of this company.
Studying at Chickenshed has allowed me to work with a wide range of individuals, from various age groups, backgrounds and abilities in regards to performing arts. Through this range of experiences, I have discovered that my passion lies within education in an inclusive environment, and what this actually entails.
Performance History
Performance | Date | Role | Level |
Fundraising Gala | October 2008 | Dancer | Btec Extended Certificate in Performing Arts |
“Twelve Days of Christmas”- Rayne Theatre | December 2008- January 2009 | Within “Ladies and Gentlemen” group | Btec Extended Certificate in Performing Arts |
“The Attraction”- Rayne Theatre | March 2009 | Within the character group “Hals children” | Btec Extended Certificate in Performing Arts |
Fundraising Gala- Royal Albert Hall | October 2009 | Dancer/ Vocal cast | Foundation Degree |
“Pinocchio”- Rayne Theatre | December 2009- January2010 | “Puppet”, “Signer” | Foundation Degree |
“Crime of the Century”- Theatre Tour across the UK | April 2010 | Dancer, “Victims Mother” | Foundation Degree |
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”- Rayne Theatre | March 2010 | “Mechanical” | Foundation Degree |
“My Life Through your Eyes”- promenade performance | July 2010 | Director/Performer | Foundation Degree |
“Bad Jelly”- Rayne Theatre | December 2010- January 2011 | “Signer” | Foundation Degree |
Fundraising Gala – Westminster Bridge Plaza | October 2010 | Dancer/Vocal Cast | Foundation Degree |
Gameism- End of year show | July 2011 | Co-Director and Performer | Foundation Degree |
Relevant Experience · Debden School One week workshop Programme on Inclusivity · Waverly “Special Needs” School- 2 weeks work experience · Eldon Junior School- 2 week work experience · “Crime of the Century” Schools tour · Tales from the Shed · Mentoring members of the Btec The experiences listed above are the most relevant experiences to my line of research to my BAPP. They all have provided my different theories and have also allowed me to start to have my own theory about the way they all work, and their pros and cons. |
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