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Written by Josie Dale-Jones for Complicit\u00e9 and Eleanor Warr for the RSC<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n
With<\/i> <\/i><\/span>thanks<\/i> <\/i><\/span>to<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Paul<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Handley,<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Jessica<\/i> <\/i><\/span>LE<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Richardson,<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Amber<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Massie<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Blomfield,<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Paul<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Skelton,<\/i> <\/i><\/span>Katy Downtown, Melly Still, Reuben Cohan, Gemma Swallow, Emma Wilson, Liz Minshall, Eleanor Field, Julie Brown, Nicol\u00e1s Conde, Dom Robinson and Theatre Green Book Committee.<\/i><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”15px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n There are many opportunities in hybrid working, theatre making and distribution. However, the impact <\/span>of <\/span>mass <\/span>digital <\/span>usage <\/span>on <\/span>the <\/span>environment <\/span>is <\/span>huge <\/span>and <\/span>often <\/span>unseen. <\/span>Digital <\/span>dominance <\/span>is not necessarily the answer to reducing our carbon impact.<\/p>\n It takes energy to run your computer. It takes power to use the internet. It takes an enormous amount <\/span>of <\/span>energy <\/span>to <\/span>store <\/span>data. <\/span>And <\/span>it\u2019s <\/span>not <\/span>just about <\/span>electrical <\/span>energy <\/span>either, <\/span>there\u2019s <\/span>the <\/span>energy used to extract materials (and the materials themselves)to create the devices we\u2019re using too.<\/p>\n This toolkit aims to bring consciousness to decision-making processes, provide sustainable alternative <\/span>practices. <\/span>We <\/span>hope <\/span>to <\/span>be <\/span>part of greening <\/span>your <\/span>hybrid <\/span>working, <\/span>theatre <\/span>making <\/span>and distribution.<\/span><\/p>\n Hybrid <\/span>work <\/span>often <\/span>intersects <\/span>with <\/span>many <\/span>other <\/span>disciplines <\/span>and <\/span>industries. <\/span>We <\/span>have <\/span>included <\/span>links <\/span>to other <\/span>information <\/span>throughout <\/span>this <\/span>guide <\/span>and <\/span>in <\/span>the <\/span>resources <\/span>list at <\/span>the <\/span>end. <\/span>For <\/span>instance, <\/span>for <\/span>more advice about sustainably maintaining technical equipment, see the Technical Equipment Toolkit<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For the purpose of this toolkit, we are defining \u2018hybrid\u2019 as an artistic project created using analogue and digital processes and\/or when the output and distribution of an artistic project takes analogue and digital forms.<\/p>\n For example, a hybrid process might feature in-person rehearsals as well as production meetings held via video conferencing. Examples of hybrid outputs and distribution include an \u2018in-person\u2019 live performance which is also streamed to an online audience, using video mapping or projection as part of set design for a live performance, a podcast accompanying a touring theatre production.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Remember that being sustainable requires greater planning, increased creativity, and maybe sometimes also a sense of humour.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Make your use of technology intentional. Can online meetings be the back-up option, not the default?<\/p>\n There is no direct calculation that compares the carbon footprint of an in-person meeting vs. an online or hybrid meeting. The pros and cons of using video conferencing blur over social, wellbeing and environmental impacts. Online meetings are more accessible for some, they enable long distance collaboration and can reduce the need for carbon-intensive travel. However, video conferencing relies on technical equipment and power per person on the call.<\/p>\n When online or hybrid meetings are necessary focus on accessibility, investing in equipment from sustainable suppliers such as a 360\u00b0 camera, mic and speaker and screen to make participants in room and online more visible and audible to each other.<\/p>\n Case Study: Complicit\u00e9 has over 100 headphones from touring The Encounter. These are now shared with other companies on request. Similarly, Complicit\u00e9 and Fehinti Balogun\u2019s film, Can I Live?, has been using bike powered projectors and speakers as part of their Doc Society funded community screenings. Not only is this a good way to source electricity, it also makes audiences conscious of the work needed to generate it. Rather than commission new kit, Complicit\u00e9 chose to collaborate more closely with Electric Pedals, who will supply the equipment directly and can continue to use them for future projects.<\/em><\/p>\n Complicit\u00e9 has pulled together some advice for best practice in rehearsal spaces.<\/p>\n Case Study: Artist Ruth Maclennan collated material for her \u2018collective\u2019 film Treeline<\/a> through an open call for footage of forests all over the world. This approach avoids international travel and presents a creative opportunity, by encompassing multiple subjectivities.<\/em><\/p>\n Case Study: ThisEgg\u2019s motherEarth international was filmed around the world. Many places experience extreme weather conditions due to the climate emergency. Be aware that your shoot may be affected by your environment. You might need to remain flexible on locations and schedules. For motherEarth international, for example, filming in Indonesia was disrupted by landslides and in Taiwan, power and internet cut out due to a typhoon. You can read more in the full motherEarth international Sustainability Report.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Use <\/span>Theatre <\/span>Green <\/span>Book\u2019s Touring<\/span> <\/span>and<\/span> <\/span>Co-production<\/span> <\/span>Toolkit<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>including <\/span>a <\/span>Green <\/span>Rider <\/span>for co-<\/span><\/a><\/span> productions<\/span><\/a> <\/span>and tour venues<\/span><\/a>, to set minimum requirements with receiving venues.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Now, share your learning with others! <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Collaborate <\/span>with <\/span>those <\/span>in <\/span>other <\/span>fields <\/span>who <\/span>haveIntroduction <\/b><\/h3>\n
What is hybrid?<\/b><\/h3>\n
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