Overview
Mask and Play brings together various mask traditions -- from Neutral to Expressive -- in an intensive format surrounded by the landscape of Corsica. The workshop explores how the mask liberates the performer's body and imagination.
Corsica Intensive
Mask and Play
A unique opportunity to work with masks in an inspiring Mediterranean setting, combining rigorous physical training with the freedom of play.
Who this is for
- Performers wanting an immersive mask experience in a unique setting
- Theatre-makers exploring the relationship between mask, body, and environment
- International practitioners seeking intensive training outside the studio
What you leave with
- Experience across multiple mask traditions and their physical demands
- Deeper understanding of how environment and space shape theatrical play
- Skills in mask-based improvisation and ensemble creation
Session flow
Morning body work
Physical preparation attuned to the natural environment -- breath, rhythm, and spatial awareness.
Mask explorations
Working through different mask families with exercises designed for discovery and play.
Evening ensemble
Collective creation sessions where the day's explorations become shared theatrical moments.
Bring this workshop to your space
This workshop can be adapted for studios, conservatories, festivals, and training programs. I regularly teach as a guest internationally.
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What we explore.
Mask forms and their physical language
Play, presence, and physical clarity
Ensemble dynamics and responsiveness
Creative exploration through mask and movement