Embodied Interpretation/Physical Intelligence

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From somatic work and compositional improvisation to schematically structured and clear movement sequences, the class becomes a time of deeper understanding and expansion of our own movement vocabulary, anchoring in our own body and specifying the essential expression of kinesthetic energy, movement intention and form. Thereby we will have a closer look on how we actually embody the movements and how we can anchor ourselves in our physical intelligence.

Physical intensity and the associated mental stimulation as well as the balance of movement and stillness are fundamental principles of the class.

 

We will work on specificity, precision and awareness of movement execution and movement research.

Thus, the class will precisely build upon different elements of contemporary dance, which is very much based on Melissa’s own practice working with clear principles that are explored in improvisation and choreographic work.

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Teaching List:

August 2020: Professional Training at Dock11, Berlin

March 2021: Professional Training at The Practice, Berlin

July 2021: Professional Training at Tanzhalle, Berlin

April 2022: Professional Training, Tanznetz Freiburg

September 2022: Professional Training, 4fürTanz Leipzig

October 2022: Mentoring 3 performers in their residency at LAFDK Bremen

December 2022: Professional Training at Marameo Berlin

January 2023: Greywax Dance Company Repertory Workshop at The Link, Switzerland

November 2023: Scottish Dance Theatre, Company Classes, Dundee, Scotland

November 2023: Professional Training at Marameo Berlin

August 2024: ArgeKultur Salzburg, Professional Training

October 2024: DART Studios, Berlin/Potsdam

February 2025: Professional Training at Marameo Berlin

February 2025: Sasha Waltz & Guests, Morning Training

April 2025: The Work Room/Tramway, Professional Training, Glasgow

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