Face your Bully! (Workshop)

In the organizer's words:

FACE YOUR BULLY!

WORKSHOP

May 15, 16, 17

18:00 to 21:00

Theater Museum Düsseldorf

Jägerhofstraße 1, 40213 Düsseldorf

Three-day movement/dance workshop for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and anyone who has experienced bullying or social pressure due to gender role expectations.

Led by choreographer Daniel Smith, dramaturg Marvin Wittiber and dancers Jonathan Reimann and Valentina Restrepo (this workshop is for people with and without dance experience. We will use dance and the exploration of movement to strengthen our self-confidence and share our different experiences and perspectives.

And why?

For many people who have experienced such injuries in childhood, the scars can remain into adulthood. Dance, movement and theater can be very useful tools to find your own voice. By learning to take up space and move in our own unique way, we can positively impact both the individual and society as a whole.

Where and when?

The workshops will take place from May 15 to 17 daily from 6 pm at the Theatermuseum Düsseldorf. Work in progress performance by Daniel Smith, Valentina Restrepo and Jonathan Reimann with Q&A May 18 from 19:30.

How does the workshop work?

At the beginning of the workshop, everyone in the room has the opportunity to introduce themselves and explain what inspired them to take part in this workshop. Everyone can speak as much or as little as they like.

The workshop will include breathing and relaxation, simple stretching exercises, dance and movement exercises for beginners, movement improvisation and exploration, and simple methods of movement composition. At the end, we will create a space for exchange to get into conversation with each other.

Who is the course suitable for? For everyone aged 16 and over.

Language The workshop will be held in English and German.

English

3-day movement/dance workshop for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and anyone who has experienced bullying or social pressure due to gender expectations.

Led by choreographer Daniel Smith, dramaturg Marvin Wittiber and dancers Jonathan Reimann nd Valentina Restrepo. This workshop is aimed at people with little or no dance experience, but those with experience are also welcome. We will use dance and the exploration of movement to strengthen our self-confidence and share our different experiences and perspectives.

And why?

For many people who have experienced such injuries in their childhood, the scars can remain into adulthood. Dance, movement and theater can be very useful tools to find your own voice. By learning to take up space and move in our own unique way, we can positively impact both the individual and society as a whole.

How does the workshop work?

At the beginning of the workshop, everyone in the room has the opportunity to introduce themselves and explain what inspired them to participate. Everyone can speak as much or as little as they like.

The workshop includes breathing and relaxation, simple stretching exercises, dance and movement exercises for beginners. Movement improvisation and exploration as well as simple methods of movement composition. At the end we will create a space for conversation and dialog to create space for exchange.

Who is the course suitable for? For people aged 16 and up

Price information:

30 €