This module (2025 March 3-28) equips you with actionable insights and essential tools to master the entire process of crafting a solo performance—from initial concept to final presentation. This includes research, experimentation, dramaturgy, creation, and marketing strategies for effective communication, tour management, and entrepreneurial success.
quick facts
- Module 5: Performance and Solo
- Date: March 3-28, 2025
- Location: Budapest, Hungary
- Language: English
- Fee: 1000 €
schedule
WEEK 1: MARCH 3-7INTRODUCTION & INSPIRATION
During the first week, participants will immerse themselves in a repertoire class focused on solo performance techniques. They will also engage in somatic movement exercises to connect deeply with their bodies and explore new forms of expression. This week sets the stage by inspiring creativity and introducing the unique movement methodology of the masterclass. |
WEEK 2: MARCH 10-14CREATION
In the second week, participants will embark on the journey of creation. Whether starting from scratch or refining existing ideas, they will identify their personal topics, voice, and aesthetic. Through guidance and mentorship, each participant will develop a meaningful and distinctive solo performance that stands out in the competitive arts landscape. |
WEEK 3: MARCH 17-21PRESENTATION
Week three is dedicated to rehearsal and presentation. Participants will refine their solo performances through intensive practice sessions. The culmination of this week will be a public presentation event where curators, programmers and creative professionals are invited to witness and provide feedback on the participants' work. |
WEEK 4: MARCH 24-28PROCESSING, ARCHIVING, NETWORKING
Participants will learn how to document their work effectively, creating portfolios and digital media content. They will receive daily online instructions to ground their experiences and take proactive steps in press, marketing, and finding future opportunities. Networking sessions will also be facilitated to expand participants' professional connections. |
learning outcomes
- Artistic self-discovery and expression: Participants will deepen their understanding of their own artistic voice, exploring personal topics, emotions, and aesthetics to create meaningful solo performances that reflect their unique identities and perspectives.
- Technical proficiency in solo performance: Through intensive training and mentorship, students will develop technical skills specific to solo performance, including movement techniques, stage presence, vocal expression, and storytelling methods tailored to engaging audiences effectively.
- Creative process and artistic development: Students will gain insights into the creative process of developing a solo performance from concept to execution. They will learn to structure their creative ideas, refine their artistic choices, and integrate feedback to enhance the depth and impact of their work.
- Professional presentation and feedback: Participants will experience the process of presenting their solo performances in a public setting, receiving constructive feedback from professionals. This experience will help them refine their work and understand audience engagement and reception.
- Career development and networking: By the end of the masterclass, students will be equipped with practical skills in archiving their work, creating promotional materials such as portfolios and trailers, and initiating networking opportunities with curators, programmers, and peers in the performing arts industry. This will empower them to pursue further performing opportunities and establish their careers as solo performers.
selection process
Our masterclass is among the most exclusive art education programs, admitting only 4 participants per module. This ensures that we can provide highly personalized guidance and individualized attention tailored to each participant's needs. Our selection process consists of four steps:
- Online application submission: Click here
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will have a video call with the founder of the school. This is an excellent opportunity to present yourself, your professional projects, and your career objectives.
- Creative Exercise: Shortlisted candidates will respond to a creative prompt in either Performance or Creative Writing. They will have one week to submit their proposition. This exercise offers a beautiful opportunity to engage with our learning materials and pedagogic tools in a hands-on experience.
- Final Selection: Candidates will receive a decision within 2 weeks after submission.
meet the team
ANNA ÁDÁMAnna Ádám, the founder and artistic director of the School of Disobedience, is passionately dedicated to reforming art education. Her vision is to create a disruptive, progressive, and transformative model that prioritizes individual development, fostering playful, joyful, and free artistic exploration. With a diverse background as a multidisciplinary artist, social entrepreneur, and community activist, Anna brings invaluable insights and innovative approaches to art-making, space-holding, and project management, challenging conventional academic and capitalist norms. Under her leadership, countless individuals have embraced their full potential by overcoming limiting beliefs and experiencing profound personal growth. |
JÚLIA ESZTER GAÁLJulia Eszter Gaál, a vibrant dancer with Gray Box and an instructor at the School of Disobedience, merges her contemporary dance background with a passion for social change. With infectious energy and creativity, she encourages students to venture outside their comfort zones and embrace fresh perspectives. Julia's commitment to cultivating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere empowers students to authentically express themselves. |