Dynamic, Dance, Partnering, and More! Read on for all things trapeze at Aerial Dance Festival 2019.
Dynamic Dance Trap: Drop, Twist, Breathe (Immersion) with Megan Cattau
Week B: Mon, August 5 – Fri, August 9 | 9AM-12PM
This intensive class will marry technique and expression as we explore all things dynamic – and the quiet space in between – on the dance trapeze. Using force and momentum efficiently, we’ll twist, roll, and flip our bodies through the space around the ropes and around the bar. Read More
Dance Trapeze Sequencing: Making Meaning with Nancy Smith
Week A: Mon, July 29 – Fri, August 2 | 1-2:30PM
Starting with a set phrase on the dance trapeze and then exploring ground-to-air and back again transitions, we’ll find different movement modalities (effortlessness, momentum, interruption and more) to find your artistic “meat on the bone.” We’ll also explore the poetic / visual / sensory stimulus to deepen the experience. Shake it up / break it up / turn it around. By the end of the week, you’ll have your own detailed sequence and story / poem / epic journey. Read More
Partnering in the Air: Lyra & Trapeze with Elsie Smith
Week B: Mon, August 5 – Fri, August 9 | 3-4:30PM
Using static trapezes and lyras, we’ll explore traditional and non-traditional methods of sharing space and body weight in the air. Come solo or with an existing partner and be ready for creative exploration. You’ll also learn drills and building blocks for some of those tricks you’ve always wanted to try! Activities are designed to encourage participants of all sizes to “fly” and “base” in new takes on these standard roles. Read More
Dance Trapeze: My Favorite Partner with Jenn Bruyer
Week B: Mon, August 5 – Fri, August 9 | 5:30-7PM
The roots of aerial dance are planted firmly in dance trapeze. While I love to explore aerial dance and work on creating a dance-like effect in the air using many different apparatus and constructions, it is with dance trapeze that I feel the most sincere connection and the greatest freedom. In this workshop we will explore specific skills, pathways and transitions that I think are particularly dance like in nature. Read More