Note: The Corporeal Mime Class work will culminate in an informal showcase at the end of the session.

Corporeal Mime looks at the human body as a number of independent and related parts that have the capacity to be responsive, articulate and expressive. We explore the expressive nature of the body, how movement affects acting and how we can express thoughts and emotional life physically. We study alignment, detailed articulation of central body parts and extremities, how we breathe, balance and carry our weight, as well as exercises in physical improvisation based on dynamics in the body -- pushing, pulling, lifting in order to counter weight. This course brings performers closer to feeling an impulse and increasingly into the present moment.

Students in the course will study the following areas:

• Individual, partner and group physical warmup
• Detailed work with objects
• Work movements pushing, lifting and pulling in order to counter weight
• Physical poems by Etienne Decroux and his group
• Integration of text and movement by creating physical context for text delivery
• Laban work and specific related researches
• Short pieces based on in-class explorations, presented to partners and group
  
  This course is appropriate for beginners as well as professionals looking to increase their ability to communicate physically with an audience, such as dancers, actors, clowns, and circus performers.

To register fill out the Registration Form or contact Tooba at (604) 730-5023.

"Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with shades of deeper meaning." -Maya Angelou

Linklater approach,blended with other approaches to voice and body work.

In this class you will

• examine your breathing and speech patterns
• learn the basics of vocal anatomy
• find out about the connection between your voice and your personality
• work on range and resonance and vocal confidence
• become more present in your body
• play with clarity of thought and embodiment of text

NOTE- A few spaces still available for last minute registrations!This fall session will be your last opportunity to study with Britta Wenske as she is returning home to Germany at the end of this year.

To Register fill out the Registration Form or Contact Tooba at (604) 730-5023.

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To register fill out the Registration Form or contact Tooba at (604) 730-5023.

This workshop will include instruction on basic comic acting and mask characterization. The students will enjoy the use of dozens of masks which have been created by Bastone for use in workshops and theatrical productions. In the comic acting segments the students will be taken through a series of games and improves which will demonstrate the art of presenting the unexpected. With the mask work students will learn about physicalizing a character and developing non-verbal ideas for presentation. Both the beginner and advanced participant can benefit from these classes. The students will be encouraged to create a theatrical "number" which may be used in a final performance.

Gina Bastone has been teaching drama to enthusiastic students for over 25 years. She has received four Jessi Richardson theatre awards for her performance and writing in plays such as THE NUMBER 14 and MAP OF THE SENSES. Gina has toured internationally since 1982 with her company BASTA! PRODUCTIONS and as lead clown for CIRQUE DU SOLEIL. Her teaching history includes numerous secondary schools,colleges and universities.

To Register fill out the Registration Form or Contact Tooba at (604) 730-5023.

Le Bouffon with Trilby Jeeves has become a unique method based on Jacques LeCoq's teachings to get to a deeper sense of performance. Discover an inner truth from lowering you human mask and donning your own bouffon. Reconnect with that sense of play that ultimately leaves you feeling more creative and courageous in all your work.Great for actors and non-actors of all levels.

"Buffooning:taught by Trilby, is one of the most innovative methods of layering any actor's character. It is a must for any serious actor who wishes to further hone their craft and honour themselves as both a person and an actor. SOOOOO MUCH FUN!" Charlene Luedke, Vancouver, Canada

To register fill out the Registration Form or contact Tooba at (604) 730-5023.

Tooba offers one day workshops in physical theatre for people wanting an introduction to acting, voice or movement techniques. The body is the primary means of expression and discovering the value in studying all of these subjects gives the participant a strong sense of how the various elements of Physical Theatre training interconnect and lead towards a greater depth of experience and range of expression. Participants are introduced to ensemble structures and the tools for creating a safe space of emotional authenticity and techniques for expanding one's artistry.

This Next Introduction Features: An Introduction to Authentic Movement and Creativity Instructed by Tannis Hugill

Authentic Movement is a movement practise in the presence of a supportive witness. By entering the world of the body, we open to every aspect of human experience, thus enriching creative exploration, as well as increasing awareness and trust of the body.

The basic structure is a dyad between mover and witness. In the presence of a supportive witness, the mover delves into the body to bring out inner impulses as movement, sound, and gesture. A sharing interaction provides each with a deeply felt acceptance.Especially useful for dancers, actors, performers and artists of all kinds, Authentic Movement reveals our body's unique creative gifts and nourishes our longing to be seen and valued for who we truly are.

Tannis Hugill is a dance and drama therapist, and creator of ritual performance. She teaches Authentic Movement to enhance personal, artistic and spiritual growth. Over thirty years as an experimental theatre artist enriches her passion to help others experience the creativity and healing wisdom of their bodies.

No previous experience is required.

Pre-Registration is required as space is limited.To Register contact Tooba at tooba@telus.net or (604) 730-5023.

Note Registration Deadline is Nov 19th 2008.