Overview
Physical Theatre Training
The Margolis Method expands the performer's expressive and creative capabilities. Reflecting over twenty five years of research by Kari Margolis and inspired by the work of such artists as Etienne Decroux, Jerzy Grotowski and Bertolt Brecht, the Method centers on the dramatic force and emotion that emanate from the actor's physicality, uniting instinct and intellectual analysis.
Actors are trained comprehensively, exploring the vital connections between physical and vocal expression. The universal principles of Margolis Method are applicable to any theatrical style or aesthetic, ranging from abstract experimental to linear text-based plays.
Through this rigorous method, performers broaden their expressive range and garner the skills that allow them to create meaningful original theater productions that place the performer at the center of the creative process.
In a demanding, yet supportive atmosphere, classes foster ensemble awareness and improvisational skills. Technique, theory and structured improvisation are incorporated with scene work and collaborative performance projects, creating the opportunity to assimilate the principles of the Margolis Method into one’s own professional working process.
Take the leap...
June 1st thru August 28th 2009
Classes Meet Monday thru Friday
Morning Session - 11:00 to 2:00
Lunch Break 2:00 to 3:00
Afternoon Session - 3:00 to 5:00
The studio is open before and after class and on weekends for practice and projects
A performance project is given by Kari Margolis every other week with presentations on Monday afternoons. These projects allow students to explore learned concepts within a dramatic context. An array of props, costumes and music are made available to all students for creative use.
Class size is limited to a maximum of 12 students. Artists at all levels train together with special sessions organized to offer highly advanced and beginning level students focused attention. All morning sessions are taught by Kari Margolis.
Attire
Comfortable work clothes that are neither restricting nor too baggy. Solid muted colors with no logos or distracting designs. We work barefoot.
The Margolis Method Center runs ongoing workshops June through September at its Center in Barryville NY. The Margolis Brown ADAPTORS Performance Company divides its time between Barryville and Minneapolis where is premieres its original theatre productions.
