Join
members of SPAN: Spontaneous Performing Artists Network, a national
group of improvising artists, June 23rd - July 1st, 2012 for an
intensive exploration of improvisation through somatic modalities,
Contact Improvisation, site-specific exploration and performance.
Located at WildMeadows
Farm in Schellsburg, PA, and surrounded by 200 acres of secluded
mountain ranges and fertile valleys near the Allegheny Mountains, the
intensive will provide ample opportunities to nurture, expand and
challenge your improvisation practice.
Activities will include classes in: Contact Improvisation,
improvisational performance, developing site specific approaches, the
Bartenieff Fundamentals, Body-Mind Centering, Six Viewpoints and
Authentic Movement.
GENERAL INFORMATION: WildMeadows
is surrounded by secluded mountains ranges and fertile valleys, an
ideal location for reflective thought and investigation into the
practice of improvisation. Some previous experience is requested. Break
periods will be scheduled to enable participants to take in the glorious
natural surrounding of the farm.
FOOD: is included and will be communally prepared. Each
participant will be requested to assist in the preparation of 2-3
lunch/dinner meals (with work study assistance).
COST: Early registration sliding scale: $275 - $425 (full payment due by May 1st)
Regular registration sliding scale: $300 - $450 ($75 deposit due by May 1st)
DEPOSIT: $75 deposit due by May 1st, remaining amount due June 15th You're
welcome to pay whatever you can afford within the sliding scale. Please
keep in mind when choosing your fee that the market rate for a retreat
of this scope is $450 or higher. We're offering a sliding scale a scale
rate to include folks with varying incomes/situations.
*Cost includes all food, lodging, and workshop, except travel
Checks should be made payable to: The Phffft! Dance Theatre Company and sent to Cyrus Khambatta, 5609 34th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126
WORKSTUDY: Two positions available, first-come first serve for a discounted rate of $200. Full payment needed to secure workstudy position. Please email Wildm...@PHFFFT.org a few sentences about your interest in the retreat and financial need.