3-day program
3-day Movement Directing Workshop
The workshop is a full-time program, designed as a lab with practical sessions, lectures and discussion forums.
It is highly practical and designed to fully immerse students in learning movement, coaching and actor training.
Be prepared to live, eat and breathe movement for the entire duration of the course!
We are welcoming dancers, movers, choreographers, physical theatre actors, contemporary circus performers, musical theatre performers, performance artists from all over the world who wish to improve or diversify their skills and knowledge, as well as practitioners from an allied sport/practice who need a deeper understanding of movement in contemporary performance.
Students will be introduced to
Meyerhold's
“Biomechanics“
M. Chekhov's
“Psychological Gesture“
Stanislavsky's
“Physical Action“
The workshop is a full-day program that mainly consists of practical sessions. They are designed to enhance the understanding of
improvisation, performance making and movement in contemporary performance. You will be able to learn and immediately apply universal training methods
for performers of different genres.
At this program:
- Formulate your personal approach to work with actors and dancers;
- Learn how to tell a story through the actors’ bodies and movement;
- Develop deep understanding of the actors’ movement;
- Learn theatre biomechanics and the newest experiments in performing arts;
- Apply your knowledge to work with actors.
This workshop is the best option to help you find a unique approach to work with actors and dancers on performance production in a short time, through the intensive practical training based on the Ostrenko Brothers’ Method of performer’s physical training and rehearsal.
OSTRENKO BROTHERS’ METHOD
understanding of the topic and the ability to apply knowledge to the projects.
The Ostrenko Brothers’ Method is a systematic approach to performance, which generates innovative productions utilizing concepts, ideas, and existing play-texts. It introduces some of the effective techniques and approaches towards contemporary performance practice in the context of the short rehearsal time and multicultural aspect of the creative team.
The Ostrenko Brothers’ Method is internationally renowned, from Russia to the USA, from Iceland to South Africa, from Canada to Australia, from Singapore to Italy and beyond.
WHY US?
Up-to-date knowledge
Individual approach
Unique method
Our teachers are accomplished and working professionals who come from unique backgrounds and experiences. They are directors, scenographers, stage designers and choreographers who have worked on dozens of international theatre projects. They all dedicated many years to the exploration of performing arts, and have become true professional experts in the field.
Students can receive the Certificate of Participation in this intensive training.
We are proud of our students from all around the world!*
Feedback from our students:
FAQ
How experienced do I have to be in order to apply?
Every application is considered individually. We are open for advanced and professional actors, performers, directors, dancers, choreographers. Please be clear in your application about your experience. Other than requesting a minimum age of 18 years old, we have no age limit.
How many people are there in each workshop?
The group size can vary depending on both the size of the studio and the type of workshop given.
What is the deadline for application?
We accept applications on the regular basis. However, it is suggested to apply early because the participation fee increases as the start dates of some educational programs approach.
Who covers my accommodation and travel costs?
ArtUniverse does not cover accommodation and travel costs.
Still have questions? Please, email us at info@artuniverse.org