contact leads...

Hi
I am artistic director of proteus, a professional touring theatre company resident in Hampshire, UK. I am currently planning a sabbatical for Jan - Mar 2003 which includes some travel and research in Australia.
My particular interests are:
- rural touring to non-theatre venues
- participatory theatre
- developing partnerships with other sectors [eg corporate, voluntary,
public] to deliver community theatre projects
I would like to make contact with individuals/companies who may be able to advise me about:
- companies whose work would be good for me to see
- companies who might be able to offer work-shadowing opportunities to a british director
- any exchange programmes, conferences, seminars that might be appropriate for me to attend
As you can see, my plans are a bit vague at the moment so I need a few leads to help me focus! Hope you can help.

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