The Clown - the art of failure - 3 months theatre workshop

Name: The Clown - the art of failure - 3 months theatre workshop
Start: 2025-02-17T08:30:00+01:00
End: 2025-02-28T14:30:00+01:00
Location: The Commedia School

Schedule

Mon, 17 Feb, 2025 at 08:30 am to Fri, 28 Feb, 2025 at 02:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Commedia School | Copenhagen , SK

🎭 3-Month Intensive theatre study: Feb.17th - May 17th 2025
Dive deep into the art of theatre with our comprehensive 3-month intensive workshop, designed to build the foundational skills essential for any performer. This module will take you on a transformative journey, from the fundamentals of movement and mime to the profound impact of mask work and the comedic brilliance of clowning.
Workshop Overview
This module is the bedrock upon which all succeeding studies are based. Over 13 weeks, you will explore:
- Awareness Through Movement: Learn to connect deeply with
your body and refine your physical presence on stage.
- The Play & Mime: Develop your ability to tell stories and
express emotions without words, using only your body and
imagination.
- Mask Play: Masks are vital in an actor’s development. You'll
study and perform with various masks, each teaching you the
art of essential gesture and movement, enhancing your
projection and presence on stage.
- Acrobatics: Strengthen your physicality and build the
confidence needed for dynamic performances.
Mask Work: Masks demand a heightened awareness and control of movement. They teach you to focus on essential gestures and eliminate distractions, raising your performance to a higher level.
Clown Work - The Art of Failing: Introduces you to the world of the clown. Here, you’ll discover your comic character, develop freedom of play, and learn to embrace the surprises that come during performances. By working with the naiveté of the clown, you’ll connect with your vulnerability and transform it into a powerful stage presence.
Throughout this module, you’ll have multiple opportunities to perform your clown acts, both in Denmark and abroad at festivals.
Why Join? This intensive workshop is perfect for those aspiring to work in theatre or for experienced performers looking to expand their skills. It’s an exciting, immersive experience that promises to push your creative boundaries and elevate your craft.
Teachers:
- Jef Johnson (Slava clown and Cirque du Soleil)
- Jonathan Paul Cook (Jacques Lecoq, The national school of stage art, Brualia)
- Ole Brekke (Funder of The Commedia School)
- Ruth Lerche (Jacques Lecoq, The Commedia School)
and more guest teachers
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Course Structure:
25 hours per week (Monday to Friday) + group and individual assignments outside classes.
The group work assignments focus on devising your own material. Each week, working themes are given to the students in such a way as to stimulate their imagination and benefit collective creation. The results of these works are presented in front of the teaching staff and the other students at the end of the week.
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How to Apply:
At The Commedia School, we value diversity and warmly welcome aspiring performers aged 21 and above from all backgrounds and nationalities. Everyone passionate about exploring the world of theatre and the unique styles we offer is encouraged to apply and begin their journey with us.
To apply for this module, please send the following documents to [email protected]:
• A detailed CV, including your postal address, date, and place of birth
• A personal motivation letter explaining your background in theatre and your desire to attend the workshop
• A letter of recommendation from someone familiar with your work in the performing arts
• One recent photo
Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed according to a committee schedule.
We understand that tuition fees can be a significant challenge, especially for students coming from regions with differing income levels and currencies. To support international diversity, we offer a limited number of partial scholarships for applicants from outside the Schengen Area who are unable to obtain work permits during their stay in Denmark.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and wish to be considered for a scholarship, please indicate your interest in your application.
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Alumni and achievements
Graduates of The Commedia School are thriving in diverse performance arenas worldwide, including theatre, television, circus, street theatre, film, magic, and cabaret. Many have gone on to achieve international recognition, with their work earning prestigious accolades such as Oscar nominations, the Reumert Prize, the Bodil Award, and more.
The school takes pride in fostering performers and companies who bring their creativity and passion to audiences around the globe, leaving an indelible mark on the world of performing arts.
For more information or to apply, visit www.commediaschool.com.
Tuition Fees:
- 28,000 DKK / 3,765 € per module
Application Fee:
- 500 DKK (70 Euro)
Payment will be made in three installments for each module.
Join us for an exciting journey of growth, exploration, and artistic discovery. We look forward to receiving your application!