Techno Independence 

The “Techno In-Dependence” Project in 2019 explored the ever-increasing dependency on technology that we all share and the effects on our health and well-being. It was centred around a debate about the pros and cons of modern technology, integrated with short films made by the young people themselves, under professional guidance, plus live sketches set in Fake TV studios. This was a fun look at a serious topic illustrating some of the issues raised by a group of 10+ teenagers. 

The project included 22 teenagers in developing the film and the event. The playback was to Gwernyfed High school in Powys, for 150 young people in year 7 and their teachers on March 29th 2019.

There were two performances at Hay Parish Hall for Hay Independence festivities with an audience of 140.  We partnered with Hay Chamber of Commerce for the “Techno In-Dependence” show venue and they helped towards our publicity by including it in the programme of events, attracting a wider audience. We also paraded through the town performing street theatre in Hay Market square and at the Clock Tower with an audience of about 60+.Overall the drama and film sessions gave the teenagers a creative outlet away from the distractions of computer games and technology and something relevant to their age group.