States of Grace
CI, Contemplation & Composition

with with Nancy Stark Smith

An introduction to the full spectrum of dance improvisation work that Nancy is currently exploring using contact improvisation as a base. This will encompass CI technique and practice, improvisation scores (including the Underscore), listening practice, compositional awareness, contemplative practice, jamming, and observing.

Through our dancing and watching, we will study physical and energetic changes of state, natural composition, presence, and relationship—in groups, solo, in and out of contact. Please come prepared for intensive practice (6 hours daily) and a little bit of fun!

Nancy Stark Smith lifts Charlie M in Moskow, Photo by Ilya Domanov

Nancy Stark Smith lifts Charlie M in Moskow, Photo by Ilya Domanov
Photos by Ilya Domanov

June 9 - June 18, 2012
Arrival June 8 in the afternoon, Departure June 19 in the morning
Course Fee: 440.– Euros
The course is designed for people with intermediate/advanced level experience in contact improvisation. Please send a brief description of your background with CI and improvisation and your specific interest in this course. Please send directly to Nancy at contactq@aol.com, or fax # 001-413-586-9055. The workshop will be taught in English. Some fluency in English required.
www.nancystarksmith.com
Registration.