Workshop review: Dorothy Heathcote NOW

The Dorothy Heathcote NOW conference brought to the surface important work of the inspirational educator whose practices keep influencing drama teachers and educators around the world. With workshops, talks and opportunities to reflect upon Heathcote's work, the conference provided the older and younger generations of drama practitioners with the chance to discuss past experiences and also how the field should move forward with Heathcote's inspirational practice as a propellant.

The conference started on 8 October with an online event where local and international drama teachers and practitioners were able to share their memories and experiences of Heathcote's work and also show how their time with Heathcote resonates in their lives and work, ten years after her having passed. Excellent presentations from India, America, Turkey and the UK set the tone for what was coming in the in-person conference that followed.