ACT International Voice and Performance Residency with Anna-Helena McLean

‘Genesis'
The ACT International Voice Residency
7th - 26th September 2019
A Theatre and Farming Intensive
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You are invited to join an 19-day physiovocal actor training residency in Genoa, working alongside diverse artists from all over the world.
The training will provide participants with a deep insight into the core aspects of Moon Fool’s Actor-Chorus-Text methodology, including:
Breath and Balance - Physical Training - Polyphonic Singing (both traditional and original compositions) - Movement - Dynamic Chorus Work - Improvisation - Embodied Composition
The training is led by Anna-Helena McLean.
“Anna-Helena McLean's work as an actor trainer shows the honest process behind the company's stunning theatrical pieces. She brings powerful transformation to students conducting them into the deepest expressive parts of themselves through intense physicality and play, ceaseless attention to ensemble, vocal release, and impulsive bravery. Her Actor-Chorus-Text work is immediate, inclusive, effective and unforgettable".
Dexter Bullard
Head of Graduate Acting, DePaul University
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As participants you will receive:
· Minimum 5 hours contact time per day
· The opportunity to live as a company with actors, musicians and performing artists from around the world
· Time for reflection, discussion, and exploring the locality
· Full bed and board at Centro Anidra (all dietary requirements provided for)
· A certificate of participation by the Anidra People's University, Borzonasca
The residency will culminate in a public sharing of work.
We are looking for:
· Diverse performers of all backgrounds interested in: singing; embodied voice and voice work; physical theatre; music theatre; psychophysical acting practices; international/intercultural arts exchange; ensemble theatre; adapting myth and ancient source material; reconstructing ancient music.
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How to Apply:
Please send a CV and cover letter to [e-mail] outlining why you want to take part.
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Fee includes 3 meals/day plus two snacks and heated bungalow accommodation for 19 days
Some subsidised places are available to strong applications in exceptional circumstances, and those with Erasmus funding.
Centro Anidra is an Erasmus+ organisation.
We are happy to support visa and funding applications.
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Links:
For more information about the residency, please visit
www.moonfool.co...
Centro Anidra:
www.centroanidr...
See the work in action:
• Moon Fool's ACT Ensemb...