Workshops
Saturday & Sunday 18.-19.05.
Teacher: Nicola Majtanova & Marcin Denkiewicz
Location: Arashi Movement Centers Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
01.06. 16.00h - 18.00h
02.06. 16.00h - 18.00h
Description:
Together in Motion is a workshop that explores partnering techniques within contemporary dance. We focus on dynamic interactions between two bodies, gradually evolving into group exercises. Our primary aim is to foster confidence in contemporary dancers when engaging in partner and group work. By implementing the fundamental principles of physical interaction, we guide participants on how to touch, move, and collaborate effectively in shared spaces. The workshop is strategically designed to provide an understanding of partnering technique, creating a foundation for advanced elements. By progressively building confidence, participants unlock their playfulness and become more willing to face challenging partner elements. Niki&Martin Duo, a dance partnership specializing in contemporary dance, currently calls Vienna its creative home. Established in 2019 by Nikola Majtanova from Slovakia (SVK) and Marcin Denkiewicz from Poland (PL), the duo ‘ s origin took place during their studies of contemporary dance, performance, and pedagogy at ABU in Linz, Austria. Since then, Niki&Martin have embarked on an exciting journey, weaving their artistic threads through diverse projects spanning dance, photography, film, and theater across multiple countries, including Poland, Austria, South Korea, Spain, Greece, Croatia, France, Germany, and the United States. They collaborated with choreographers such as Editta Braun, LAJAMARTIN, Paul Blackman, and Jan Lauwers, among others.
Teacher: Nicola Majtanova & Marcin Denkiewicz
Location: Arashi Movement Centers Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
01.06. 16.00h - 18.00h
02.06. 16.00h - 18.00h
Description:
Together in Motion is a workshop that explores partnering techniques within contemporary dance. We focus on dynamic interactions between two bodies, gradually evolving into group exercises. Our primary aim is to foster confidence in contemporary dancers when engaging in partner and group work. By implementing the fundamental principles of physical interaction, we guide participants on how to touch, move, and collaborate effectively in shared spaces. The workshop is strategically designed to provide an understanding of partnering technique, creating a foundation for advanced elements. By progressively building confidence, participants unlock their playfulness and become more willing to face challenging partner elements. Niki&Martin Duo, a dance partnership specializing in contemporary dance, currently calls Vienna its creative home. Established in 2019 by Nikola Majtanova from Slovakia (SVK) and Marcin Denkiewicz from Poland (PL), the duo ‘ s origin took place during their studies of contemporary dance, performance, and pedagogy at ABU in Linz, Austria. Since then, Niki&Martin have embarked on an exciting journey, weaving their artistic threads through diverse projects spanning dance, photography, film, and theater across multiple countries, including Poland, Austria, South Korea, Spain, Greece, Croatia, France, Germany, and the United States. They collaborated with choreographers such as Editta Braun, LAJAMARTIN, Paul Blackman, and Jan Lauwers, among others.
Sa 26.10.:
Workshop 11.00h - 15.00h
Mentoring 15.30h - 16.30h
So 27.10.: Workshop 11.00h - 15.00h
Teacher: Christina Mertzani
Location: Arashi Movement Center Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
Price: 151,80- €
Contemporary Dance & Partnering Workshop
This workshop is divided into two chapters. In the first, we’ll focus on technique and movement performance, starting with a warm-up to prepare the body. Through simple exercises, we’ll safely transition to the floor, exploring choreography and intention. As we progress, we’ll consider individual differences and develop complex movement patterns. In the second chapter, we’ll dive into partnering. Together, we’ll enhance body awareness, building trust and confidence with a partner. Starting with basic weight-receiving exercises, we’ll advance to small group movements, culminating in a final acrobatic partnering combination. Join us to expand your dance horizons!
“Make the Impossible Possible” Audition Workshop
This theoretical workshop empowers dancers to navigate auditions and work toward their dream jobs. It offers valuable insights into the professional dance field, drawing from decades of experience. This condensed version retains a strong structure, guiding participants to gain wisdom and confidence. As Christina Mertzani says, “I have become the mentor that I have always needed in my dance life.” Join us to transform your audition approach!
Mentoring 15.30h - 16.30h
So 27.10.: Workshop 11.00h - 15.00h
Teacher: Christina Mertzani
Location: Arashi Movement Center Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
Price: 151,80- €
Contemporary Dance & Partnering Workshop
This workshop is divided into two chapters. In the first, we’ll focus on technique and movement performance, starting with a warm-up to prepare the body. Through simple exercises, we’ll safely transition to the floor, exploring choreography and intention. As we progress, we’ll consider individual differences and develop complex movement patterns. In the second chapter, we’ll dive into partnering. Together, we’ll enhance body awareness, building trust and confidence with a partner. Starting with basic weight-receiving exercises, we’ll advance to small group movements, culminating in a final acrobatic partnering combination. Join us to expand your dance horizons!
“Make the Impossible Possible” Audition Workshop
This theoretical workshop empowers dancers to navigate auditions and work toward their dream jobs. It offers valuable insights into the professional dance field, drawing from decades of experience. This condensed version retains a strong structure, guiding participants to gain wisdom and confidence. As Christina Mertzani says, “I have become the mentor that I have always needed in my dance life.” Join us to transform your audition approach!
Wednesdays 19.45-21.30h
6x Sessions: 13.11./20.11./27.11./4.12./11.12./18.12.2024
Teachers: Florian Feit & Lawrence Ritchie
Location: Arashi Movement Center Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
Price: 160,- €
Handbalance & Flow {Mini Course}
Through a technical and functional approach to handbalancing, participants will develop strength, control, and balance. The class also emphasizes a floor based mobility training and the research on finding movement flow (smooth and creative transitions between moves). This course is ideal for those looking to build strength and mobility as well as technical skill and general body awareness. The class is held by collaborating teachers: Florian Feit and Lawrence Ritchie.
6x Sessions: 13.11./20.11./27.11./4.12./11.12./18.12.2024
Teachers: Florian Feit & Lawrence Ritchie
Location: Arashi Movement Center Augasse 2-6, 1090 Vienna (Alte Wu, Room: H.05)
Price: 160,- €
Handbalance & Flow {Mini Course}
Through a technical and functional approach to handbalancing, participants will develop strength, control, and balance. The class also emphasizes a floor based mobility training and the research on finding movement flow (smooth and creative transitions between moves). This course is ideal for those looking to build strength and mobility as well as technical skill and general body awareness. The class is held by collaborating teachers: Florian Feit and Lawrence Ritchie.
