Join our workshop on collective creation and ensemble building! In this session, we’ll explore the framework of how a new work unfolds, recognizing that each creation has its own unique voice. Throughout the workshop, we’ll delve into various aspects of the collective creation process, including: Cultivating Tolerance for the Birthing Process: Develop a tolerance for the uncertainty, chaos and moments …
EXPANSE LAB – Contemporary Dance Technique and Improvisation with Molly McDermott
Class begins with a simple, yet vigorous led warm-up designed to bring everyone into collective movement. This will lead into improvisations guided by imagery. We will continue by learning sequences of movement embracing the floor to start and ending in the air. Molly’s teaching is influenced by her training in Butoh, and a wide variety of contemporary and somatic techniques. …
EXPANSE LAB – Intersections of Mind & Body
Tune into the body and release the mind. In this 2-hour workshop we’ll explore improvisational structures and meditative movement patterns. Inspired by her learnings from the Japanese performing arts, Mayumi will guide exercises that release the idea of self and aim to transcend space time. Let go of habitual patterning and planning to welcome new possibilities for expression. Expose your …
EXPANSE LAB – Movement + Calligraphy Workshop with Shion Skye Carter
This workshop brings together the traditional art form of Japanese calligraphy with improvised dance, where participants embody the brushstrokes of a calligraphy piece they create. Derived from Shion’s own choreographic practice integrating calligraphy, this open-level workshop provides a fun, welcoming learning experience that generates community connection, taking intentional time to connect the mind and body. Please wear clothes that you …
EXPANSE LAB – How to tour your work (and not go broke in the process)
So you’re making a show (or maybe it’s already made) Well done! Claps for you. But now you want to take it places. Maybe you’ve always dreamed of touring across North America, going to the Edinburgh Fringe. Or touring to Australia and holding a koala. In this workshop, you will learn practical strategies on how to self-produce, fund, and tour …