Graduate Fortnight 2009
A two-week programme running Monday 29 June - Friday 10 July 2009 specifically created for current final year dance students / new graduates. The aim is to support the transition from student to dance artist through a programme consisting of a daily class in a range of release and improvisation techniques followed by lunch/networking opportunities.
This year we focus on exploring beyond the class to delve into the experience of 'performance' through workshops led by 10 artists currently making, performing or commissioning work either alone or with a company in the UK. Each day a different artist will lead a class based in release and improvisation techniques that continues into sharing their personal approach to the performance of movement material or improvisational scores. This will be done through a variety of ways, such as learning repertoire, creating/manipulating material, or working with improvi sational scores.
In addition, we have invited Siobhan Davies and Gill Clarke on Tuesday 30 June and Theresa Beattie on Tuesday 7 July to lead informal talks on things to consider as you set out on your journey as an independent artist.
You will have an opportunity to:
- Meet, take class, and explore unique approaches to performance of some of the UK’s leading dance artists and ID teachers, with a focus on being introduced to their work
- Informally network with other graduates and professional dance artists
- Enjoy talks and advice from Siobhan Davies, Gill Clarke and Theresa Beattie to support you further in the development of your career
- Develop a familiarity with the professional development programme that ID offers and learn how it can support you as an independent artist
- Explore the space and facilities of the Siobhan Davies Studios
| Level | Professional |
|---|---|
| Time | Workshop, 10am - 1pm Networking opportunity, 1-3pm Talk Tuesday 30 June 1.45-2.45pm, Tuesday 7 July 1.45-3.15pm |
| Price | £5 - New graduates per workshop £7 - Dance artists per workshop Talks only - £2 per talk Whole programme - £40 new graduates or £60 dance artists Workshop price includes refreshments and talks Booking opens Tuesday 14 April. |
| More details | Classes must be booked and paid for in advance Attend whole series or individual sessions To give graduates further opportunity to meet, talk, and move alongside dance artists currently working within the field, we will open up these workshops to 10 professional dance artists each day |