Sky Mirror Dance this term will be 6 separate workshops, each with a separate focus. All workshops will be led by industry professionals, and will be suitable for various levels. Check out this term’s workshops below.
Mon 28 Apr, 10am-4pm: A Celebration of Dance with Kayla Dougan Bowtell. Step into Spring with movement specialist and choreographer Kayla in her workshop which includes warm ups, improvisation, creative tasks and group work in a friendly, inclusive environment enabling you to engage at your own pace. This workshop is suitable for Improvers, and costs £25.
Mon 12 May, 2-4.30pm: An Introduction to Contemporary Dance with Jo Petch. Whether you are taking your first steps in contemporary dance or revisiting the genre, Jo will guide you through this lively afternoon session of technique and creative tasks. This workshop is suitable for Beginners and Improvers, and costs £15.
Mon 19 May, 2-4.30pm: An Introduction to Choreography with Siobhan Hayes. Join Siobhan, local dance practitioner, choreographer and teacher, to look at different approaches to creating material on participants themselves in solos, or in duets. This workshop is suitable for Beginners and Improvers, and costs £15.
Mon 9 Jun, 10am-4pm: Creating a Dance Piece with Sophie Thorpe. Sophie will collaborate with us to create a dance to share with invited family and friends in an informal sharing performance. This workshop is suitable for Improvers, and costs £25.
Mon 16 Jun, 2-4.30pm: An Introduction to Asian Fusion with Chandni Premgi. Join dancer, teacher, choreographer, and workshop leader Chandni for this fun afternoon. This workshop is suitable for Beginners and Improvers and costs £15.
Mon 23 Jun, 2-3.30pm: Improve your Dance Technique with Naomi Moore. Naomi will lead a series of warm up exercises and motifs to improve technique, build skills, confidence and control. This workshop is suitable for Improvers, and costs £10.
Please note that each workshop must be booked separately.
What do I need to bring?
Please wear clothing and footwear you are comfortable moving around in – the floor is suitable for socks, bare feet or dance shoes. We recommend bringing water, as well as lunch for the full day workshops.
We believe that theatre should be for everyone and always ensure our building and sessions are accessible to all participants, removing any barriers to participation. Find out more about Access at Nottingham Playhouse here and please tell us if there is anything further we can do to ensure our sessions are accessible for you. You can get in touch at participation@nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk.