Winter 2005 Workshops & Classes

 
 

“to embody the transcendent is why we are here.” -- sogyal rinpoche

Links Hall Dance Classes are dedicated to nurturing the unique creativity of your own dance expression -- through the exploration and practice of contemporary dance methods with passionate, intelligent, and informed artist-instructors.

CLASS POLICIES
Classes are usually open to all participants with at least beginning/intermediate skills in body/mind awareness (such as those developed through dance, yoga, martial arts, etc.) Please wear bare feet and comfortable clothing, and arrive at least 5 minutes prior to class to sign in and change. Refunds only in cases of illness or injury.

Please check the Links Hall bulletin board for independent dance and movement
classes that are going on in the space.

CLASSES

Field Sessions
Lauri Macklin (773) 506- 2543 or
Nana Shineflug (847) 724- 1931

Contemplative and Authentic Movement
Donna Mandel (708) 383- 2756 or
Kate Fiello (847) 492- 0401

Contact Improvisation
Daniel Halkin (708) 633- 1284

 

WORKSHOPS

Collaborative Performance Workshop
Goat Island

January 29th, 2005
10:00am-4:00pm
$40

This workshop will focus on strategies for working collaboratively to investigate creative forms of thought and presentation. Appropriate for a diverse mix of participants, with a broad range of age and artistic experience. www.goatislandperformance.org

 

WORKSHOPS

New year, new ideas. This January, Links Hall is hosting workshops with some of Chicago’s most intriguing performers. Come and learn the techniques these artists apply to create their original movement-based performances

The Body in Theatrical Space
Sprung

January 8th, 2005
1:00pm-5:00pm
$25

sprung is an acclaimed movement theatre company that presents some of the most beautiful, surprising, and intelligent creations in Chicago. This workshop uses Jacques Lecoq’s teaching to help participants engage their physical imagination and create charged space on stage. This workshop is open to all levels of students. Come dressed to move.
www.sprungtheatre.com

No Collaborator Left Behind
Morganville

January 15th, 2005
1:00pm-5:00pm
$25

Morganville collaborators Kym Olsen and Trevor Martin lead a Four-hour workshop designed to generate original material through movement and vocal exercises, exploring techniques for collaborative directing with an emphasis on spontaneity and improvisation. Come dressed in loose clothing and prepared to move. Open to all levels of experience.
www.morganvillecollective.org

Dude, Where's My Machismo
Jessica Hudson & The Chicago Kings
Drag in Dance and Theatre
January 22nd, 2005
2:00pm-5:00pm
$25

This physical acting workshop led by Jessica Hudson and other members of the Chicago Kings uses gender stereotypes and drag as a springboard for character development within dance and theatre. This workshop is a synthesis of acting, movement, and gender studies where participants physically explore the ways traditional definitions of beauty may limit performers. This workshop is open to all levels of experience. For more information about Jessica (AKA Chip Starlight) and the Chicago Kings go to www.chicagokings.com

 

 














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