PHYSICALITY IN ACTING
5-day International Workshop
8 - 12 January 2024
EDEN***** Studios Berlin - Germany
This international program is suitable for both, - choreographers who work mainly with movement, as well as for directors who work mainly with actors in physical or text-based performances.
Performers from different backgrounds interested in expanding their practical skills, develop international network opportunities and collaborators are also welcome to apply!
Early Bird Fee: 390 EUR (until June 9, 2023)
After: 490 EUR.
PHYSICALITY IN ACTING
8 - 12 January 2024
EDEN***** Studios Berlin - Germany
The program focuses on enriching dance performances by incorporating psychological tension and exploring how physicality in acting can enhance the overall performance. These two questions are among the most challenging and intriguing ones that contemporary directors and choreographers face. This full-day workshop lab provides students with an opportunity to practically and physically explore various techniques and discover answers to these questions.
The course is designed for practitioners interested in creating contemporary dance, movement, or physical theatre performances. It will be particularly useful for artists who want to understand the significance of bringing action into performances, working with text, images, and other practical tools for creating professional performances, regardless of budget.
In addition, students will learn various techniques, including "Theatre Biomechanics" by V. Meyerhold, "Psychological Gesture" by M. Chekhov, and "Physical Action" by K. Stanislavski. The program will be conducted in English.
This multidisciplinary intensive lab will provide opportunities for participants to work with performers from different techniques and countries, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinarity and multiculturalism in the program.
OSTRENKO BROTHERS METHOD
The Ostrenko Brothers' Method is an internationally acclaimed approach to performance, with a reach that spans across the globe from Iceland to South Africa, Canada to Australia, Russia to the USA, Singapore to Italy, and beyond.
This systematic method of performance generates innovative productions by utilizing concepts, ideas, and existing play-texts. It introduces effective techniques and approaches towards contemporary performance practice while considering the short rehearsal time and multicultural aspects of the creative team.
By offering students the necessary tools and support, the Ostrenko Brothers' Method helps them reach their full potential. The program focuses on exploring the performer's physicality and moving beyond the limits of text-based acting through the incorporation of V. Meyerhold's "Biomechanics," K. Stanislavski's "Physical Action," M. Chekhov's "Psychological Gesture," and elements from modern techniques.
SERGEI OSTRENKO
Sergei Ostrenko has over 30 years of professional experience as a Director, Choreographer and Performance Teacher.
Sergei has directed over 40 theatre productions, producing international projects for both the professional stage and for education in numerous countries, including Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Russia, Slovenia, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom.
GENNADIY OSTRENKO
Gennadiy Ostrenko is a professional expert in theatre biomechanics technique, movement directing, and stage combat.
Despite having a Fine Arts Academy education, he is professionally involved in theatre work for the most part of life. His stagecraft skills have enabled Gennadiy to diversify his artistic activities and he now devotes himself a lot to physical theatre and movement expressiveness. and frequently collaborates with his brother, Sergei, as a Movement Director in performance productions.
SCHEDULE
January 8 - 11:
10:30-13:00 - Practical Training
13:00-14:30 - Lunch Break
14:30-18:00 - Practical Training
18:00-18:30 - Break
18:30-20:00 - Creative Hour
January 12:
10:30-13:00 - Practical Training
13:00-14:30 - Lunch Break
14:30-17:00 - Practical Training
The organizer preserves the right to make changes in the schedule.
CERTIFICATE
Students can receive the
Certificate of Participation in this intensive training.
Evidence that you are serious about your education and professional development.
The certificate is provided after student's participation in the training and submitting the report/essay of their experience at the program (1500 words).
PLACE
EDEN Studios, Berlin - Germany
Registered participants will receive more detailed information.
