NACL PERFORMER TRAINING RETREAT June 24 -July 1, 2012

Every year, a host of international theatre creators assemble at NACL's work center to immerse themselves in a week-long structured workshop that focuses on physical training, vocal exploration, and the creative methodologies used to develop original devised performance material. Workshop instructors Tannis Kowalchuk and Bret Keyser lead retreat participants daily, from 9 AM to 5 PM, in a series of exercises that hone performer craft with a specific emphasis on each participant's personal inquiry into the art of performance.

WHAT IS NACL PERFORMER TRAINING?

NACL draws from a continuum of techniques that includes the ensemble work of Denmark’s Odin Teatret, Canada’s Primus Theatre, and the research of Jerzy Grotowski. We have built upon these sources to develop a training that awakens each artist’s potential to maximize the expressive use of body, voice, imagination, experience, and intellect. In NACL’s ensemble and devised work, the actor is at the center of the creative process, and therefore, training is essential for both the individual and group’s ability to work at a remarkable level. The NACL training includes rigorous physical exercises, developing the voice through song and resonator work, and cultivating paths to create Actions and compositions which are the building blocks for character, and contribute to the play’s structure and meaning.

WHO SHOULD DO THIS?

This retreat is designed for those interested in ensemble theatre, solo work, devised performance, physical theatre adaptations, experimental and original theatre creation. The physical training is vigorous but should not dissuade those with little or no experience. In the past, writers, directors, teachers, dancers, and actors have participated.

Tuition is only US $695 for workshops, housing, and food (an all-inclusive price for the full week!)

TO APPLY

Please send us a detailed letter about yourself that includes your experience, age, and why you are interested in this retreat. We will reply to everyone who applies. Upon acceptance, a non-refundable deposit of $200 will be required to hold a place at the retreat. Send the letter to tannis@nacl.org or at the address below.

ACCOMADATIONS & MEALS

All participants will be housed at the beautiful NACL residence next door to the theatre. NACL Residence is communal. Cooking and meal clean are shared duties led by NACL co-director (and talented chef), Tannis Kowalchuk.

Send Application Letter to: Tannis Kowalchuk NACL Theatre 110 Highland Lake Rd. Highland Lake, NY 12743 USA

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