Out of pocket – spontaneous composition

PART 1: Dynamic Systems / Morning Technique Class (before lunch)

The class is highly physical with an emphasis on detail. We concentrate on establishing a clear, efficient body alignment as a base to move from while making gravity our partner through discovering the notion of falling and redirected weight. There is an exposure to very specific, dynamic movement vocabulary that concentrates on moving weight, density and texture and the musicality of physical material.

PART 2: Out of pocket – spontaneous composition (after lunch)

For this workshop we will explore the concept of spontaneous composition: improvisation as a performance form. Our work will be centered around the question how to compose in the moment with others and make it readable and enjoyable for the viewer. It will not be about jamming but we will address how to propose and develop ideas in an performative improvisational format. In this interest this workshop we will explore both scored and wide open improvisations with an emphasis on consequence and readability. We will work to develop the tools and imagination necessary to accomplish this.