CLOWN AND MASK at Emerson College - Forest Row
10 Aug 08 to 16 Aug 08
Through masks, we can explore and deepen our connection to those
archetypal forces, myths, stories and images that profoundly influence
and shape our lives.
What is the clown's relationship to these archetypes? And what
of the clown's own mask – the red nose? Jacques Lecoq called
it the smallest mask in the world and as actors we need to befriend
this mask (even if clowns can do without it). This workshop invites
you to look more closely at the power of the mask by exploring its
working with one of the foremost exponents and practitioners of
this art form – Michael Chase. We will explore
different masks (neutral – larval – Commedia) as well
as different cultural traditions (Bali etc.).
In confronting ourselves with masks, we are guided
and informed by what archetypes they connect us to and by how we
can make peace or war with the forces they reveal within us. It
is our relationship to the masks we wear and not necessarily by
our mastery over them that informs our work. Whether we choose to
be at one with what they reveal of our nature "or in noble
and ennobling conflict with it"*, the clown dances
lightly from one to the other - bending to its constraints one moment
and recklessly free the next.
*from "Going Sane" by Adam Philips
This workshop is for both beginners and experienced clowns.
The group is limited to 12
Facilitators: Michael Chase + Vivian Gladwell
MICHAEL CHASE
Michael Chase is Festival Director of the International Mask Festival.
He is
artistic director of the Glasshouse Art Centre and heads up the
performing
Arts department at the Glasshouse College. Michael has 28 years
in the
field of masks working as a maker, teacher, actor and director nationally
and internationally.
Tuition £375, Accommodation £96, All meals £96
(Camping £42, Lunches Only £45)
To book: Click
here for booking form
Send booking to:
Emerson College,
Forest Row,
East Sussex,
RH18 5 JX,
UK
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