Hidden Dance - Intro to Butoh
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Hidden Dance — An Introduction to Butoh
A journey into the unseen language of the body. Join Michael & Bonnie for an immersive introduction to Butoh — a Japanese contemporary dance practice born from transformation, presence, and the exploration of the body’s hidden landscapes.
Together we will explore what Butoh is, its origins, philosophy, and how this powerful art form invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and allow movement to emerge from within.
Through Butoh technique/ warm ups and guided explorations, we will awaken the senses, connect with imagination, and discover new pathways of expression.
The experience will flow into an ecstatic dance journey with a live DJ set by Michael, weaving Butoh-inspired music and soundscapes to held space for experimental freestyle Butoh flow.
A space to meet yourself through movement, release, transform, and discover the poetry living inside your body.
Meet the Facilitators :
Michael Ellis is a Butoh practitioner and multidisciplinary Artist who has spent the last 20 years living and studying the arts and creative therapies in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand and India.
With an embodiment background in dance, natural movement and Vippassana meditation, his approach to Butoh facilitation is rooted in direct experience, connection with the unknown, and the natural world.
Since completing a 6 month full time Butoh study immersion in India in 2014, the dance form has provided a deepening path for personal expression, and sharing of the human experience.
Michael enjoys working with all different kinds of people and loves to share Butoh practices in a clear and accessible way.
Bonnie Heather is a dancer, choreographer, performer, and facilitator with over 20 years of experience exploring the transformative power of movement. Her journey through dance has taken her across Australia, performing at music festivals and creating immersive experiences that invite connection, expression, and embodied presence.
Passionate about movement as a pathway for healing and self-discovery, Bonnie facilitates women’s embodiment courses and ecstatic dance journeys within the Newcastle community, creating spaces for people to reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and creative spirit.
For the past two years, Bonnie has been deeply devoted to exploring and sharing the art of Butoh — a dance form that embraces transformation, presence, and the raw poetry of the body. She has facilitated Butoh-inspired workshops at Roots Women’s Gathering and created and performed two Butoh-inspired works at Anti Gravity Festival.
Bonnie believes movement is medicine. Dance has been one of her greatest healing modalities throughout her life, and she continues to explore the body as a vessel for storytelling, creativity, connection, and profound expression.
Tickets available through humantix link
Adult $30 and Concession $25
A journey into the unseen language of the body. Join Michael & Bonnie for an immersive introduction to Butoh — a Japanese contemporary dance practice born from transformation, presence, and the exploration of the body’s hidden landscapes.
Together we will explore what Butoh is, its origins, philosophy, and how this powerful art form invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and allow movement to emerge from within.
Through Butoh technique/ warm ups and guided explorations, we will awaken the senses, connect with imagination, and discover new pathways of expression.
The experience will flow into an ecstatic dance journey with a live DJ set by Michael, weaving Butoh-inspired music and soundscapes to held space for experimental freestyle Butoh flow.
A space to meet yourself through movement, release, transform, and discover the poetry living inside your body.
Meet the Facilitators :
Michael Ellis is a Butoh practitioner and multidisciplinary Artist who has spent the last 20 years living and studying the arts and creative therapies in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand and India.
With an embodiment background in dance, natural movement and Vippassana meditation, his approach to Butoh facilitation is rooted in direct experience, connection with the unknown, and the natural world.
Since completing a 6 month full time Butoh study immersion in India in 2014, the dance form has provided a deepening path for personal expression, and sharing of the human experience.
Michael enjoys working with all different kinds of people and loves to share Butoh practices in a clear and accessible way.
Bonnie Heather is a dancer, choreographer, performer, and facilitator with over 20 years of experience exploring the transformative power of movement. Her journey through dance has taken her across Australia, performing at music festivals and creating immersive experiences that invite connection, expression, and embodied presence.
Passionate about movement as a pathway for healing and self-discovery, Bonnie facilitates women’s embodiment courses and ecstatic dance journeys within the Newcastle community, creating spaces for people to reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and creative spirit.
For the past two years, Bonnie has been deeply devoted to exploring and sharing the art of Butoh — a dance form that embraces transformation, presence, and the raw poetry of the body. She has facilitated Butoh-inspired workshops at Roots Women’s Gathering and created and performed two Butoh-inspired works at Anti Gravity Festival.
Bonnie believes movement is medicine. Dance has been one of her greatest healing modalities throughout her life, and she continues to explore the body as a vessel for storytelling, creativity, connection, and profound expression.
Tickets available through humantix link
Adult $30 and Concession $25
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Where is it happening?
The Hamilton Community Hive, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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