Contemporary Commedia dell'Arte Summer intensive workshop
Venice, 19-24 August 2024
CONTEMPORARY COMMEDIA DELL'ARTE
The Theatrical Creation Method
INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP VENICE - VENEZIA
19 - 24 AUGUST 2024
Featured Coursework:
CONTEMPORARY COMMEDIA DELL'ARTE
HISTORY, METHOD AND PHILOSOPHY
THE TRANSFORMATIVE DEFACEMENT - THE MASK
THE CHARACTERS - DRAMATIC FUNCTION
TECHNIQUES OF IMPROVISATION
DIRECTION
SLAPSTICK COMEDY
VOICE HARMONIZATION (with M° Loris Sovernigo)
MASK MAKING DEMONSTRATION (with Carlo Setti in his Studio/Shop in Venice)
The main goal of the workshop is to impart to the participants the fundamental building blocks for creating and performing the much adored, Italian art form of Commedia Dell'Arte. The recovery of the expressive body as a unique and fundamental scenic instrument, the importance of the art of the actor in scene creation, the respect of the dramatic functions of each character, and the collaboration between the performers on stage, all leading the story through to an organic solution of the conflicts presented.
The workshop is a step by step course, guiding the participants through the techniques necessary to authentically understand and perform Commedia Dell'Arte. Participants first focus on Commedia's rich history and the specificity of each stock character, through the investigation of each one's shape and movement. Participants learn the techniques of performing the Masks (designed with great artistry by Carlo Setti and Fabrizio Paladin). Additionally, the participants will create simple scenes based on historical scenarios, adding props, music and fight choreography as the session progresses.The course is open to participants from various backgrounds and origins, professional performers who are interested to enhance their specialization and the beginners who wish to explore the new artistic technique. The training includes technical and creative aspects, improvisation and composition of scenes. Based on the level of experience each student will receive individual focus and exercises, as well as enjoy the collaboration in the group creative process.
All instruction takes place within The Ex-Umberto I Park, located in Cannaregio, VENICE CENTER, is a magical place: centuries-old trees dwell in this timeless place, framed by the lagoon, where, even in the height of summer, you can enjoy the fresh breath of nature, away from the streets (in Venice called Calli) and crowded squares (in Venice called Campi). The location is just 15 minutes from the railway station, over 5000 m² of wooded park overlooking the lagoon, is the ideal place to create Theatre.
SCHEDULE:
Morning Session, 10.30am to 1.30pm
Lunch break, 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Afternoon Session, 2.30pm to 5.30pm
We encourage participants to turn off their mobile phones and enjoy a wonderful, inspirational and challenging workshop, building great art, new friendships and enjoying the unique and beautiful Venice
LOCATION:
Fondamenta dei Riformati 3144, Venice. Just 15 minutes walk from the train station
ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO BRING:
Comfortable clothes suitable for physical training
Sneakers or Gym Shoes
A belt
A firm hat with brim (think Charlie Chaplan's bowler hat)
A black cap and form-fitting black pants, sweats or tights
COSTS:
The price is 560€ all inclusive
Places are limited and the registration is open till july 25th.
For application, candidates should send a CV and a photo in jpg format to: workshopinvenice23@gmail.com
The registered participants will receive all further necessary details.