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How do we cultivate presence onstage? How do we support our intuitive acting decisions while remaining collaborative and open to direction? How can we learn to be both intensely present while also observing ourselves and scene partners? How do we experience both freedom and discipline simultaneously? What is the equivalent to "playing scales" for an actor? Combining physically rigorous, forms-based Suzuki Method with the open-yet-structured approach to improvisatory time and space via Anne Bogart's Viewpoints, actors learn to hone their storytelling bodies.

ATTIRE: movement wear (NO JEANS), socks with no holes (or cotton tabi), shorts that show the knees, potentially a change of long pants, water, a small hand towel for people who tend to sweat a lot. 

SUGGESTED TUITION: $50 total

LOCATION: Mu Studio

Musical Theater, 7-8 pm CT: We will explore the essential movements of musical theater, focusing on giving movement intention, character, and energy. We will also focus on movement retention geared toward an audition setting. 

Tap, 8-9 pm CT: Using both body rhythms and tap shoes, we will explore what I call unlocking the human instrument. Looking at polyrhythms and how we can use rhythm to connect to many styles of dance, this class is geared toward making you more in tune to the beat of any given song. 

ATTIRE: Clothing and shoes in which you can experience cardio and full range of motion. Tap shoes are not required for the tap dancing portion.

SUGGESTED TUITION: $15 per class or $25 for both

LOCATION: Mu Studio

Join Julia for an immersive two-part workshop, tailored for Asian American artists, where we will delve into the art of storytelling through movement. Participants will engage in writing exercises, movement explorations, and story circles, guiding them in crafting their personal narratives and translating those stories into movement. Together, we’ll uncover the profound connections between voice, body, and identity in a nurturing and generative environment. No prior dance experience is necessary—just an open heart and a willingness to explore! This course requires attendance at both sessions.

ATTIRE: Clothing and shoes in which you can experience cardio and full range of motion.

SUGGESTED TUITION: $50 total

LOCATION: Mu Studio

In this addictively energizing class, participants will experience the foundational elements of Yorchhā, Ananya Dance Theatre’s (ADT’s) transnational feminist technique, through an innovative, experimental framework we are calling the Juggard method. Together, we will move across the space in rhythmic sequences that incrementally build in complexity and energy, while amplifying joyful connection and collective power.

Ananya Dance Theatre is a company of BIPOC women and femme cultural activists, dancing at the intersection of artistic excellence and social justice.

Yorchhā is ADT’s trademarked contemporary technique which stems from Vinyasa yoga, Orissi dance, and Chhau martial art.

ATTIRE: Yorcchā is typically performed barefoot, but you may perform in socks or in shoes if need be. Wear clothing in which you can experience cardio and full range of motion.

SUGGESTED TUITION: $25

LOCATION: Ananya Dance Theatre