Choreography Workshop
MasterClasses
1. Student Generated Choreography
1. Student Generated Choreography
This workshop will give participants concrete tolls to inspire and engage students in a joyful, rigorous dance experience. A few key strategies include creating the "performance" context from day one, the dynamic use of voice when teaching and rhythmically interesting movement. Another component of the workshop will include creative movement activities as a tool to engage and give voice to unique student generated composition. The workshop will culminate in a collaborative piece created by both the participants and facilitator.
2. Choreography from design to conception
2. Choreography from design to conception
Work through style, technique and philosophy for story telling through dance. Learn 'waterfall arms', 'slope walk', 'back-bump' and other staples of work, while you cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation for this unique theatrical dance style.
3. Building a number organically
Working on building a number from scratch. What are the first steps? Where can you find inspiration that will help support character, plot the score for the show? This "on your feet" class will put you in the middle of the creative process and give you a framework for creating choreography for your students and productions.