An art & science workshop for Master students to create theatrical forms on deep-sea related issues

In June 2024, a group of twelve Master's students from different universities in Brittany discovered the little-known world of deep-sea ecosystems through theater. Starting by an introductory lecture by researcher Jozée Sarrazin (Ifremer) and the provision of various sources of inspiration (books, videos, image), participants immersed themselves in these difficult-to-access environments.

The various writing, acting and scenography sessions enabled them to illustrate the results of their reflections and compare their ideas on this science and society subject. As if on a real oceanographic mission, they spent a week immersed on the island of Sein: the time spent living together and wandering around the island contributed fully to the spirit of the workshop. Accompanied by two artists from Teatr PIBA professional company and one Ifremer scientist, this workshop encouraged them to imagine, in a creative way, innovative solutions to future scientific, legal and societal challenges.

This project received funding from the European DEEP REST project as part of the BiodivRestore call for proposals (GA N°101003777).