Information
Information for 2002 ADSA conference
2002 ADSA Conference DRAMA ON THE EDGE University of Tasmania, Launceston Call for Papers 'Drama on the Edge' celebrates Australasian Drama Studies
Association's Tasmania 2002 conference. It aims to explore contemporary
theatre practices and how history of theatre illuminates leading edge
practices and theoretical studies. All topics of current scholarly
interest relating to leading edge theatre practices will be considered.
We invite artists and scholars from a diverse range of backgrounds who
are engaged in current practice and theoretical debate on performance. Proposals are welcomed for a variety of presentation formats,
including academic papers, performances, workshops. Proposals should be
sent in form of a 200-word draft abstract/project description. Please include your personal details, the institution with whom you
are affiliated, the address and contact number of that organisation and
state your preferred mode of contact: mail, fax or email. These topics are indicative of areas to address but are not intended to limit the field of enquiry: Adaptation and translation of text and/or event from culture to
culture, medium to medium, period to period, text to performance. Papers should be 20 minutes duration; please indicate your technical needs. Workshops should be 90 minutes long. Method of Submission Abstracts to be submitted by accessing the conference homepage at www.cdesign.com.au/adsa2002
and following the links to the Abstract Submission Form. The data will
be encrypted and transferred to the conference database. You will
receive a Confirmation of Receipt notice once your submission has been
checked and registered at Conference Design. Do not include figures,
graphics, tables or any other special formatting. If you are unable to access the World Wide Web please contact
Conference Design for information on alternative submission by email,
disc or hard copy Required format Title; Authors, list in alphabetical order, with the name of the
presenter in bold; Institution (s), with which you are associated. Please note whether you wish your abstract to be considered as an
academic paper, performance or workshop. Abstracts should be received
by Friday 29 March 2002. Audiovisual: Please advise your preferred audiovisual requirements. Acceptance of Abstracts Submitting authors will be notified of the acceptance of their abstracts by 20 April 2002. Tasmania Tasmania is a beautiful blend of historic sites and structures with
untouched natural wilderness. While our small island State is
Australia's second oldest colony, our Aboriginal occupation dates back
as far as the last ice age. 1.4 million hectares of national parks and
World Heritage land mean that the wilderness is always close at hand
and no point is more than 150 kilometres from the coast. Tasmania
boasts numerous historic buildings including Australia's oldest bridge
and Port Arthur, originally the colony's foremost convict settlement. Tasmania's winter temperatures average 11.6 during the day and 4.3
during the evenings. The days are crisp and clear - but do bring some
warm and waterproof clothing! Launceston The nation's third oldest city, founded in 1805, is nestled amidst
the panoramic Tamar Valley in Tasmania's north. In the CBD, elegant
Victorian streetscapes mix with new age culture. Some of Launceston's
most prominent features include the rugged beauty of Cataract Gorge,
the Queen Victoria Museum, and City Park, all within a short walk of
the conference venue. Inveresk Academy of Arts The conference will be held in two buildings on the reclaimed
Inveresk Railyards site: the stone building and its annex. This site,
which has recently been redeveloped as a state-of-the-art Academy of
Arts complex, includes the Performing Arts which houses a 150-seat
theatre and other presentation spaces with full projection facilities.
Computer facilities will be available on site and include Internet
access. It adjoins the Queen Victoria Art Gallery and offers its own café
and Bistro. The bar at the Mallee Grill Hotel, adjacent to the venue,
will be open each evening for conference delegates. Travel There are numerous ways to get to our beautiful State. You could
bring your own car on the 'Spirit of Tasmania' ferry or the 'Devil Cat'
for $80 return (conditions apply). If coming by sea, and without a
vehicle, then both services connect with buses to Launceston CBD. On
arrival at Launceston bus depot, a $10 taxi ride will get you to the
Inveresk Railyards. Hire cars are available through Thrifty Car Hire or you could catch
one of the shuttle buses from the airport for no more than $10. Taxi
will cost $25 - $30 from the Airport to Inveresk. For best price
flights and accommodation contact Conference Design. Hire Cars Please contact Thrifty Car Rental for a conference rate on 1 800 03
07 30 and quote booking code ADSA. There will be a link from the
website for direct bookings also. Air Travel Qantas has been appointed the Official Carrier. Jo Cooper, the
Conference Design travel agent, will arrange the best fare available at
the time of booking. Conditions do apply on discounted fares. Fares of
40-45% discount are offered (based on availability at booking time).
Please email your preferred date and time of departure to: jo@cdesign.com.au. Jo will confirm details to you prior to ticketing. 'Spirit of Tasmania' There are price options on the 'Spirit of Tasmania'. We suggest you
contact them direct on 13 20 10. There are numerous ways to get to our
beautiful State. You could bring your own car on the 'Spirit of
Tasmania' ferry or the 'Devil Cat' for $80 return (conditions apply).
If coming by sea, and without a vehicle, then both services connect
with buses to Launceston CBD. On arrival at Launceston bus depot, a $10
taxi ride will get you to the Inveresk Railyards. Conference Dinner The Conference Dinner will be held at a boutique winery on the west
bank of the Tamar River with panoramic views of the Tamar Valley. Buses
will be provided. Price includes dinner, pre dinner drinks and a
limited amount of wines during dinner. Performances During the conference there will be performances in the complex's
new theatre. The Railyards are within walking distance of the city
centre and its two theatres. We expect that at least one relevant local
production will be staged during the conference. Accommodation Accommodation for delegates is available at a range of sites and
prices, all within a very short walk from the conference venue. For
example Clarence House offers 3 meals per day while a range of local
hotels and apartments offer room only, or bed and breakfast. Conference
Design will arrange discount accommodation for delegates. Adina Place Apartments **** Great Northern **** Prince Albert Inn **** Clarence House Royal on George Backpacker Accommodation Registration Welcome Reception Full Registration Member $300 Full Registration Member $350 Paid before 20 April 2002 $100 Accompanying Persons If you wish a partner or friend to attend the social functions, indicate on the registration form and include payment. Lunches Packaged lunches ($10.00 per day) are available to delegates who
pre-book and pay on the registration form. We do suggest that you order
lunch for Thursday and Friday on the registration form. Additional
lunches may be ordered at the time of the conference. Conference Secretariat If you have any queries regarding the conference, registration,
abstract requirements or submission procedure please contact Conference
Design. Penny Archer Phone: 03 6224 3773 Important Dates Membership of ADSA If you would like to receive information about becoming a member of
ADSA please advise on the Registration of Interest Form. A discounted
registration fee will be offered to members attending the conference. Other benefits include: two issues per year of Australasian Drama Studies; Individual Membership $75.00 Student Membership $50.00
Convenor: Peter Hammond
3-6 July 2002
$75.00 single per night; $120.00 twin/double per night
$170.00 triple per night
10 minute walk to Inveresk Tramsheds. All units have selfcatering facilities.
$99.00 single/twin/double
10 minutes walk from Inveresk Tramsheds. The Grea Northern Hotel is situated in the heart of Launceston
$117.00 single/twin/double Standard
$147.00 single/twin/ Executive
Just three minutes? walk from Inveresk Railyards this is a Flag Heritage property. Rates include breakfast.
$50.00 single ? bed and 3 meals per day 10 minutes? walk to Inveresk Railyards
$33.00 single per night; $66.00 twin/double per night
Hotel style accommodation with shared facilities. Rates include a continental breakfast
Launceston Backpackers
103 Canning Street, Launceston, 15 minute walk to the conference venue.
Single $22 per room per night
Twi n $16.50 per person per night
Double $17.50 per person per night
Linen
is available at minimum costs. A commercial kitchen is available if you
wish to cook breakfasts or other meals. A supermarket is almost next
door. Contact Backpackers direct to make your bookings on 03 6334 2327.
The full registration fee includes:
Attendance at all sessions
Morning & Afternoon Teas
Lunch on one day
Program & Abstract book
Satchel
Fees
Paid before 20 April 2002:
Full Registration Non Member $380
Student (ID required) $150
Paid after 20 April 2002:
Full Registration Non Member $390
Student (ID required) $200
Day Registration
Paid after 20 April 2002 $130
Day
registration does not include any social functions. If you wish to
participate, please indicate on the registration form and include
payment.
Conference Design Pty Ltd.
PO Box 342
Sandy Bay Tasmania 7006
Facsimile: 03 6224 3774
Email: mail@cdesign.com.au
Conference website: www.cdesign.com.au/adsa2002
Submission of abstracts 29 March 2002
Notification of acceptance 20 April 2002
occasional publications of plays suitable for drama teaching at tertiary level;
opportunities to meet and correspond with colleagues around the globe.
