Task-based performance

PROFILE
Open to professionals, artists, and creatives of all ages & genders

WHEN
2024 May 9-31

LOCATION
Budapest, Hungary

PRICE
1000 €

focus

Explore the "Rules of the Game": scripts, scores, protocoles and task-based performances.
Choreograph a "soundscape" that will incorporate a variety of spoken words, vocalizations, sound effects, and performative elements, woven together to create a cohesive and immersive narrative journey.

about

In this Masterclass, participants will engage in the creation of scores in various forms, including written, narrated, and drawn formats. These scores will serve as choreographic tools, offering instructions for actions and movements that guide participants in their research within structured improvisation and their own creative processes.
Throughout the process, participants will explore how scores can inform and inspire their movement exploration, allowing them to develop their unique choreographic language and artistic expression. They will experiment with different ways of crafting scores, discovering how each format influences their creative approach and the outcomes of their work.
At the culmination of the module, participants will collaborate to build a "soundscape" – an immersive sound installation composed of tasks, instructions, and oral scores. This collective creation will showcase the diverse range of scores developed throughout the Masterclass, offering a multi-dimensional exploration of movement, sound, and artistic collaboration.

schedule

MAY 9-12: INTRODUCTION & INSPIRATION
VENUE: JURÁNYI STÚDIÓ, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
FOCUS: REPERTOIRE, DANCE & PERFORMANCE

During the first week of the Masterclass, participants will immerse themselves in a Repertoire Class and Somatic experience, beginning with "Right for Fight" (May 9-10), led by Anna Ádám, followed by "Secret Garden" (May 11-12), led by Rebeka Petra Kiss. Guided by renowned instructors, both pieces provide a safe and inclusive space for participants to explore the nuances of desire, pleasure, and embodiment. It invites individuals to connect with their bodies in a deeply personal and empowering way, fostering a sense of liberation and self-acceptance through authentic movement practice.
"Right for Fight" delves into the intricate dynamics of relationships, exploring themes from love to indifference, and harmony to discord. This evocative duet challenges traditional aesthetics, inviting participants to explore attachment styles in romantic relationships through the raw eloquence of wrestling, play fight, and everyday movement.
Meanwhile, "Secret Garden" invites participants to explore the reverberations of sin and taboo desires. Delve into a captivating exploration of punishment, guilt, and absolution as the dancer navigates the complexities of Christian religious morality and resilience.

MAY 14-17: CREATION
VENUE: JURÁNYI STÚDIÓ, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
FOCUS: CHOREOGRAPHING PERFORMANCE

During the second week of the Masterclass, participants will immerse themselves in the exploration of scripts, scores, protocols, and task-based performances. This intensive dive into the intricacies of performance creation will involve dissecting and analyzing various elements of scripted and scored works, as well as experimenting with task-based approaches to performance.
Through hands-on workshops and collaborative exercises, participants will learn how to craft effective scripts and scores that guide performers through a range of actions, movements, and emotions. They will explore different formats for scripts and scores, from traditional written formats to more abstract and visual representations.
Additionally, participants will delve into the concept of protocols, which serve as guidelines or rules for performance, and task-based performances, which involve performers executing specific actions or tasks within a structured framework.

MAY 20-24: PRESENTATION
VENUE: JURÁNYI STÚDIÓ, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
FOCUS: REHEARSALS & PUBLIC SHOWCASE

During week 3, participants will come together to collaborate on the creation of a unique "soundscape" composed of tasks, instructions, and oral scores. This immersive auditory experience will serve as a culmination of the skills and techniques explored throughout the program, offering participants the opportunity to embody text and deliver voice in a dynamic and expressive manner.
Through a combination of collective brainstorming, creative experimentation, and collaborative composition, participants will work together to design and orchestrate a multi-layered soundscape that engages the senses and transports the audience into a rich and evocative sonic environment. Drawing inspiration from their own experiences, interests, and artistic sensibilities, participants will contribute their individual voices and perspectives to the creation of this collaborative performance piece.
The "soundscape" will incorporate a variety of spoken words, vocalizations, sound effects, and performative elements, woven together to create a cohesive and immersive narrative journey. Participants will have the opportunity to explore different vocal techniques, experiment with vocal dynamics and expressivity, and engage in improvisational exercises to further enhance their performance abilities.
Ultimately, the "soundscape" lecture performance will provide participants with a platform to showcase their newfound skills and talents in a collaborative and supportive environment.

MAY 27-31: REST
ONLINE
FOCUS: GROUNDING, GUIDED JOURNALING, PROCESSING

Experience 5 days of grounding journal prompts delivered to your mailbox, guiding you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences with centeredness. Reconnect with yourself and gain clarity as you delve into each prompt, fostering self-discovery and reflection.

your learning outcomes

1. Creation of scores in various formats for choreographic guidance.
2. Application of scores as tools for structured improvisation and creativity.
3. Understanding of how scores inspire movement exploration and artistic expression.
4. Experimentation with different score formats and their impact on creativity.
5. Collaboration in constructing a "soundscape" using tasks, instructions, and oral scores.
6. Analysis of scripted and scored works to grasp their techniques.
7. Crafting effective scripts and scores for guiding performers.
8. Utilization of protocols and task-based performances in structured frameworks.
9. Development of vocal techniques and expressivity for oral scores.
10. Showcasing of skills in a collaborative lecture performance.