We will talk through the more commonly used special effects used for fire performance on stage: Lycopodium, two types of metal powder effects and fire propane bubbles. We will talk through how to safely prepare each of these effects considering health and safety, PPE and risk assessments. All attendees must have completed my fire level 1 introduction to fire manipulation and performance or have experience with professional fire performance to apply these special effects.
The ticket cost covers a 100g tub of each sparkle powder and 200g of lycopodium. Propane bubbles will also be provided within the cost of this workshop. Please bring a fire prop of your choice to apply and practice with the metal special effect powders. You will also need a lyco cane to add your powder to for this part of the course. I will have spares to lend but not enough for everyone. Please let me know asap if you do not have these.
This workshop offers a basic introduction and understanding of special effects used within fire performance. Please note this is not a choreography or act creation workshop.
PLEASE BRING ANTIHISTAMENES AND INHALERS IF YOU ARE ASTHMATIC OR HAVE ANY ALERGIES. I WILL PROVIDE PARTICLE MASKS FOR POWDER PREPARATIONS.
Please wear tight fitting dark clothing. Something you aren't too bothered about getting damaged or marked with soot. Cotton or denim blends are best. No shiny leggings, tassels, chiffons, shell suits or similar.
You will need to have a fully naked arm for the propane bubble part of the workshop. Please wear a no sleeved t-shirt or a vest top. Please do also bring warm, “fire friendly” layers as the warehouse can be very cold. Wear practical footwear.
Please make sure hair is tied back and away from the face. No fresh aerosols or perfumes to be used on the day. Bring plenty of water, snacks and a pen and paper for notes.
I will provide all fuels and special effects for the course. Please bring a suitable prop to add metal powders, a lyco cane (Vulcane) and a small fresh personal skin towel. Feel free to bring your own equipment if you have it.
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Flame SFX Workshop
1 ticket admission per person to Flame SFX Workshop on 8th March 2025 - Non refundable
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£247.00 |
Unit 58
Millmead Industrial Estate
Mill Mead Road
London
UK
N17 9QU
There is paid or on street parking available nearby. If using public transport, it is a 10 minute walk from Tottenham Hale station. As you enter the industrial estate stick tightly to the road on the far right. The unit is half way down on the left hand side. If driving you will need to follow the one way system to the left all the way around and back on yourself to get to the unit. The door numbers are not in order. It is difficult to find so please allow for time.
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