How do you make space for choice while dancing? How can you be fully immersed in what you're doing, present to sensations, imaginations, feelings, and actions, and choreograph your dance from within? From the smallest gestures to the longest sequences of movements, how can they feel intentional, formed, and articulate? 

In these sessions, we will explore these topics through improvisation and instant composition, both solo, in pairs, and in groups. We will learn to be present to what emerges in the moment and to choose which impulses to follow, expand, and manifest. We will explore individual images and weave unique dances around them. We will build patterns and disentangle habitual choices. We will dive deep into your burning questions and see how dance becomes an oracle that points to new possibilities. You may recognize a choice presenting itself in every moment and choose to step in. This practice is rooted in my 15 years of working with dreams and imagery, and an ongoing improvisation practice with Cranky Bodies a/Company and previously with Rosalind Crisp.

The workshop will be held in English, with a possible translation into German. Oral exchange between participants will be an important aspect of the sessions, it can happen in any language. There will be some hands-on work, if needed, a self-exploration version will be provided. Consensus will be sought for hands-on corrections. The workshop will take place in silence. We will improvise, so everyone will be able to follow the task in accordance to their energy level, capabilities and curiosity. If needed, a free workshop place for an accompanying assistant will be facilitated for participants with disabilities. Information about our location & studio access in Kreuzberg can be found here. We offer solispots (solidarity places) for people living in a financially precarious situation, including people from regions in crisis, BIPOC, trans*, queer, disabled people. For questions or more information, please contact Zoé Duflot at workshop@tanzfabrik-berlin.de