CLOWN WITCH : Neutral Mask to Red Nose
DATES: Monday Sept 9 2024 - Friday Sept 13 2024
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Cost: $425
Early Bird Discount: $400
Union Members, past students and those in financial need receive 20% discount
MAX 15 students
Location: Sweet Action Theatre at 180 Shaw St. Unit 106
Toronto, ON
M6J 2W5
Do you have curiosity about how to express yourself more clearly?
Have you ever wondered what a full time Lecoq or Physical Theatre program feels like?
Are you a creator who is looking to tap into your own presence, power and creative voice?
Anchored in the Lecoq pedagogy, we will be training with 3 physical masks; the Neutral mask, the Larval mask, and the clown nose. We will be challenging the body through solo exploration and group physical exercises with the goal to enhance play or “jeu” through deep awareness of the body, the space, the ensemble and the audience. This week will be physically challenging, emotionally expanding, and full of fun. By the end of the workshop, you will feel like a more confident creator and communicator with a wealth of new tools to draw upon applicable to the stage and everyday life.
We have also invited three guest experts who will run their own mini workshops within the week. That’s 4 experts for the price of one!
This intensive is open to: All levels of skill from professional artist to "I have absolutely no idea what any of this stuff is about, but I am very curious." It is not required to be a performer.
To secure your spot for this workshop:
Complete the form below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11ElD2-X_IDk-zrJWBAcrETlM1r3Kb6EZVkKWNCD1mYY/edit
Etransfer payment to shandabezic@me.com
Payment plans are available if you need. We are also open to accommodating scheduling issues.
Accessibility is a driving concern for me. I want all to feel welcome and able to attend if they feel called to. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to reach out to shandabezic@me.com
Testimonials:
“I believe artists at any stage of their development, no matter their discipline, can learn something new from Shanda's teaching.”
“Shanda is an enthusiastic facilitator. She is driven by the artful practice that she is creating. Shanda is a teacher who tries hard to listen - to what the students want as individuals and what they need as a group.”
“I felt inspired, excited and safe to risk and be vulnerable. Shanda's facilitation was extremely clear and fuelled with support and passion for the techniques she was leading. Her approach to teaching was full of joy, knowledge and space for growth, curiosity and instant forgiveness.”
About Shanda Bezic
Shanda Bezic a director, teacher and performer. A graduate of School for Theatre Creators, formerly based in Chicago, focused on Lecoq mask, devised work, circus skills and movement. Bezic has also trained with many other notable teachers in clown, bouffon, improv, writing and movement including Paola Colletto, Christina Catherine Martinez, Carly Heffernan, Adam Paolozza, John Gilkey, and Adam Lazarus. Additionally, she completed the three-year classical theatre conservatory program at George Brown Theatre School.
As an educator, Shanda taught for The School for Theatre Creators (Italy), Bad Dog Theatre, Toronto International Film Festival, Pro Actors Lab, U of T and IYA. She has produced numerous workshops and collaborated with experts from all over the world.
Shanda has a passion for facilitating creation of original work. The most recent show she directed, Happy Medium, premiered at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Bezic’s directing credits also include three original award winning one woman shows that have toured the Fringe circuit playing in Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton, New York, San Francisco, and Australia. All of Shanda’s directed works use a feminist lens, physical theatre, and the clown spirit.
As a performer, Bezic has played on stage and screen for 20 years. Recent on screen credits include: Murdoch Mysteries (CBC), Culprits (Disney +), Accused (FOX), The Way Home (Hallmark Channel) and animated feature Red Iron Road (Plex and Amazon Prime).
