Louisa Borg-Costanzi Potts

Responsible for producing Fevered Sleep’s artistic programme including research and development, new projects and revivals of existing work. Working closely with the Artistic Directors to achieve their artistic vision for the company.

Fevered Sleep make intelligent, provocative and distinctive art for adults and children, through processes of research, collaboration, participation and experimentation, in forms as diverse as performance, installation, film, books and digital art. Through… Show more

Responsible for producing Fevered Sleep’s artistic programme including research and development, new projects and revivals of existing work. Working closely with the Artistic Directors to achieve their artistic vision for the company.

Fevered Sleep make intelligent, provocative and distinctive art for adults and children, through processes of research, collaboration, participation and experimentation, in forms as diverse as performance, installation, film, books and digital art. Through this work, we explore, test and share innovative approaches to public engagement.

Required to lead and effectively manage co-producing, commissioning and presenting
partnerships on all projects and negotiate partnerships that ensure the best outcome
for the company. Nurturing and develop partnerships with venues, festivals and other organisations and acting as the main liaison with co-producers, partner venues and other artistic commissioners.

Responsible for leading the overarching programme strategy, schedule and logistics, including compiling promoters’ packs and ensuring deadlines are met on different projects (e.g. marketing, project staffing and contracting). Show less

I am incredibly pleased to now be a trustee for the exceptional Entelechy Arts,supporting their strategic and operational development and ensuring longevity and sustainability for their important and inspired work with local and national communities.

Producing a PHF funded National Dance Programme supporting LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers and Refugees as part of Micro Rainbows Social Inclusion programme.

Providing a critical link between the Creative Team and the Organisation
Securing fundraising
Creating and managing the overall project budget
Producing Creative Projects - supporting the process of performance creation/artistic output
Forming and supporting partnerships to enable creative projects
Managing Creative Team… Show more

Producing a PHF funded National Dance Programme supporting LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers and Refugees as part of Micro Rainbows Social Inclusion programme.

Providing a critical link between the Creative Team and the Organisation
Securing fundraising
Creating and managing the overall project budget
Producing Creative Projects - supporting the process of performance creation/artistic output
Forming and supporting partnerships to enable creative projects
Managing Creative Team, including recruitment for new team members
Producing Creative Team Contracts
Enable effective communication and collaboration between Creative Team and Partner
Supporting effective safeguarding processes for beneficiaries

Provide space and support within the project for artists to explore and take risks
Provide stimulus and guidance for the project
Providing advice to hone creative visions and develop appropriate processes Show less

Producing Akshay Sharma's Research & Development process for a new contemporary dance solo work, funded by Arts Council England Project Grants.

Responsibilities include:
Dramaturgical support
Fundraising
Budget creation and management
Scheduling and timelines
Contracts
Evaluation & Reporting

Producing the online tour and gallery installation of Unfamiliar at Home with Victor Esses & Yorgos Petrou.

Unfamiliar at Home was adapted from their piece Unfamiliar, and performed live in the artists’ home, on Zoom at the height of the pandemic. A tender autobiographical performance combining text, movement and found objects to explore family, wanting children and being queer today. Presented in partnership with Taking Flight and supported by Arts Council England and High Commission… Show more

Producing the online tour and gallery installation of Unfamiliar at Home with Victor Esses & Yorgos Petrou.

Unfamiliar at Home was adapted from their piece Unfamiliar, and performed live in the artists’ home, on Zoom at the height of the pandemic. A tender autobiographical performance combining text, movement and found objects to explore family, wanting children and being queer today. Presented in partnership with Taking Flight and supported by Arts Council England and High Commission of Cyprus in the UK.

Responsibilities included:
Developing and managing partnerships
Scheduling and timelines
Contracts and team management
Liaising with Production staff
Managing the Budget
Working closely with Taking Flight to co-ordinate all access components including Audio Description and Live Captioning
Reporting and evaluation Show less

Producing Sara Wookey's new artist development project; A New Role for Dance, funded by Arts Council England.

This project focused on nurturing and developing the transferable skills of dance artists and providing space for skill sharing and knowledge exchange within the cultural sector and with other industry experts.

Responsibilities included:
Fundraising
Budget development and management
Dramaturgical support in the initial conception and visioning of the project… Show more

Producing Sara Wookey's new artist development project; A New Role for Dance, funded by Arts Council England.

This project focused on nurturing and developing the transferable skills of dance artists and providing space for skill sharing and knowledge exchange within the cultural sector and with other industry experts.

Responsibilities included:
Fundraising
Budget development and management
Dramaturgical support in the initial conception and visioning of the project
Artist Recruitment & contracts
Supporting artists throughout the process
Programming, scheduling and timelines
Supporting effective communication between artists and facilitators
Managing safeguarding and artist consent
Managing reflection, evaluation and reporting Show less

Producing a new site specific dance film (Re)Make with Choreographer Sara Wookey and Film Maker Camilla Robinson. This film was created in partnership with Windermere Jetty Boat Steam and Stories, and will be part of their temporary exhibition space until March 2020.

Working with Anything Other Theatre Company, and writer Natalie Mitchell to produce new play 'This Wounded Island'. 'This Wounded Island' went on tour to 10 community and arts venues in Kent and London in April 2019.

Developing and directing a new devised political theatre piece 'Blood Red Roses' performed at Old Vinegar Factory, Limassol, Cyprus in December 2018.

In 2016 Louisa worked as a contributing writer to 'Shaping Practice' an established publication supporting the learning of students on The Diploma in Dance Teaching and Learning (DDTAL), a nationally recognised and accredited teaching qualification.

Previously available only for dance teachers working with children and young people, the DDTAL has been revised to meet the needs of teachers working with students of any age and within a wide range of contexts and settings, including… Show more

In 2016 Louisa worked as a contributing writer to 'Shaping Practice' an established publication supporting the learning of students on The Diploma in Dance Teaching and Learning (DDTAL), a nationally recognised and accredited teaching qualification.

Previously available only for dance teachers working with children and young people, the DDTAL has been revised to meet the needs of teachers working with students of any age and within a wide range of contexts and settings, including schools, hospitals, care homes, youth dance and community centres. It provides evidence and validity of a broad range of dance teaching skills.

Louisa contributed to the re-writing of two Shaping Practice chapters, broadening the content to include dance practice with adults and older adults, and cover a wider range of participatory contexts. Show less

ArtWorks: Developing practice in participatory settings
Forming and maintaining strategic and artistic partnerships in line with the overall Artworks agenda
Negotiating and managing contracts for ArtWorks London
Strategic planning and development of projects in line with the overall ArtWorks Agenda including CPD, new HE and FE pathways and debate platforms
Developing, commissioning and supporting appropriate research to inform the ArtWorks London trajectory
Providing… Show more

ArtWorks: Developing practice in participatory settings
Forming and maintaining strategic and artistic partnerships in line with the overall Artworks agenda
Negotiating and managing contracts for ArtWorks London
Strategic planning and development of projects in line with the overall ArtWorks Agenda including CPD, new HE and FE pathways and debate platforms
Developing, commissioning and supporting appropriate research to inform the ArtWorks London trajectory
Providing necessary project support for commissioned ArtWorks London projects, research and events
Management and reconciliation of the Artworks London budget
Maintaining clear lines of communications both internally and with external partners.
Communicating with ArtWorks national partners to to create complimentary projects and pathways.
Collecting necessary monitoring data and compiling quarterly reports for funders.
Creating and disseminating relevant publicity material to support ArtWorks Events
Writing regular grant release reports inline with funders milestones.
Providing evaluation of all aspects of ArtWorks London Show less

Providing drama workshops for a range of ages and abilities including young people and adults with learning and or physical disabilities. Health and wellbeing work with older people. University students and experienced adults.
Experience of working with people from a range of back grounds including hard to reach groups.
Experienced providing CPD for peers, teachers and youth workers.
Delivering both short and long term bespoke programmes in a variety of education and community… Show more

Providing drama workshops for a range of ages and abilities including young people and adults with learning and or physical disabilities. Health and wellbeing work with older people. University students and experienced adults.
Experience of working with people from a range of back grounds including hard to reach groups.
Experienced providing CPD for peers, teachers and youth workers.
Delivering both short and long term bespoke programmes in a variety of education and community settings in;
Physical Theatre
Devised and collaborative theatre
The creative ensemble
Shakespeare
Performance creation
Mask Acting
Creative Partnerships’ Projects (Long term projects in PRU and Special School settings)
Mantle of the expert Show less

Oversee the day to day running of the company
Finance and sustainability management, including invoice processing
Implementing and managing company policies and procedures
Staff management, including monitoring staff progress
Providing and developing training opportunities
Recruitment
Budget managing and monitoring for company and multiple projects
Planning, managing, and monitoring a variety of Arts Education projects
Manage interim and final reports for all projects,… Show more

Oversee the day to day running of the company
Finance and sustainability management, including invoice processing
Implementing and managing company policies and procedures
Staff management, including monitoring staff progress
Providing and developing training opportunities
Recruitment
Budget managing and monitoring for company and multiple projects
Planning, managing, and monitoring a variety of Arts Education projects
Manage interim and final reports for all projects, including final budget reports for funders
Manage accredited training and work experience schemes
Primary liaison for all schools, statutory bodies and clients
I taught theatre and movement sessions for young people and adults from a variety of backgrounds and abilities; from gifted and talented, to PRU, SLD & MLD schools. Show less

Scheduling a diverse performance and outreach programme
Planning and management of annual Rotherham Open Arts Festival
Bid writing and Sponsorship coordination
Negotiation and creation of contracts for multiple partners
Liaison with programmed companies and organisations
Maintaining effective communication with all collaborators
Audience/Market research to ensure programme is current
Licensing & Insurance
Staff recruitment and management
Booking appropriate venues… Show more

Scheduling a diverse performance and outreach programme
Planning and management of annual Rotherham Open Arts Festival
Bid writing and Sponsorship coordination
Negotiation and creation of contracts for multiple partners
Liaison with programmed companies and organisations
Maintaining effective communication with all collaborators
Audience/Market research to ensure programme is current
Licensing & Insurance
Staff recruitment and management
Booking appropriate venues
Health and Safety coordinator and liaison officer Show less

Smooth running of a variety of shows at the theatre
Effective management of 25+ employees.
Rotas’/Staff scheduling
Banking/Keeping coherent financial records
Stock ordering and inventory
Technical communications,
health and safety/risk assessments
Monitoring customer satisfaction.

Development of strategic planning and development of this festival through collaboration with colleagues.
Detailed planning and research including consultation with audience and professionals.
Full management and administration of festival
Sourcing and programming innovative new work
Management of voluntary marketing team to create timely and effective marketing material
Providing guidance and support to participating companies
Booking Venues
Budget management… Show more

Development of strategic planning and development of this festival through collaboration with colleagues.
Detailed planning and research including consultation with audience and professionals.
Full management and administration of festival
Sourcing and programming innovative new work
Management of voluntary marketing team to create timely and effective marketing material
Providing guidance and support to participating companies
Booking Venues
Budget management
Establishing and managing robust evaluation and monitoring processes and material. Show less