U.K. theater company Frantic Assembly has emerged as one of the boldest and brightest stars in the international drama firmament. Building shows from the ground up-called devising, a form of improvisational, collaborative theater-is at the heart of the highly acclaimed troupe. This program provides insight into the devising process, from first thoughts to first night. Part celebration, part explanation of Frantic Assembly's approach to production, it offers in-depth interviews and practical demonstrations that will inspire students as they begin their own devising journey.

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on February 10, 2013. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

History of Frantic Assembly (2:28) -- Frantic Assembly's Resistance to Categorization (1:12) -- Creative Collaboration Between Directors (1:27) -- The Devising Process: Inspiration (3:39) -- The Devising Process: Writing (1:19) -- The Devising Process: Rehearsing with the Set (0:25) -- Constructive Warm-Ups & Physical Games (2:43) -- Movement & Physicality Exercises (1:49) -- Customizing Physicality for Each Show (2:13) -- Encouraging Small Steps in Creative Process (0:54) -- Actors' Contribution to Devised Theatre (1:08) -- Frantic Assembly's Creative & Administrative Team (1:07) -- Cultural Considerations in Producing Theatre (1:48) -- Credits: Frantic Assembly: A Guide to Devising (1:04).