This five-day introductory workshop intensive offers a rare opportunity for professional and emerging movement-based artists to immerse themselves in innovative dramaturgical practices, with a special focus on land-based methodologies. Led by Mexican-Canadian artist Carlos Rivera, participants will explore how ideas, images, and movement can converge to shape resonant, story-driven performance work.
Rooted in Carlos’ interdisciplinary background across dance, theatre, and conceptual creation, the workshop combines hands-on exploration with critical reflection. Artists will gain practical tools to develop thematic clarity, articulate their creative vision, and strengthen narrative cohesion through movement.
Designed with and for racialized and underrepresented artists, and open to participants from all backgrounds, this workshop provides a creative space to generate new ideas or deepen existing projects. Participants will also gain insight into Carlos’ approach to working with the stories and lived experiences of racialized communities.
Participants will work individually and collectively, guided by land-based dramaturgical approaches and supported by research-based frameworks from leading artists and scholars who have shaped this evolving field.
Throughout the week, participants will:
– Explore land-based dramaturgical tools through embodied practice
– Engage in group discussions pertaining to the ideas presented
– Develop a creation statement to anchor your artistic process
– Engage with academic and artistic resources to expand your conceptual lense
– Receive feedback from Carlos and peers to deepen your work
– Connect with a community of artists committed to rigorous, collective process

ELIGIBILITY:
This workshop is for emerging to mid-career artists working in dance, theatre, circus, or performance who are developing or preparing to develop a movement-based project. Choreographers, dancers, actors, movement directors, and interdisciplinary creators are encouraged to apply.

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