Initiation Course
The Initiation Course focuses on Physical & vocal preparation and observation of the physical world, enabling the student to transpose these elements through the body and the space around them.
Starting with the Neutral Mask the students learn the state of calmness. Later human passions, emotions and behaviours are explored through the use of Larval and Expressive Masks. Dramatic transpositions and creativity are unlocked by observing animals, the elements, art, poetry and architecture.
Classes take many forms including, movement analysis, improvisation, acrobatics, vocal preparation, writing, painting and sculpting.
Collaborative work or Creation as it is known, is a vital part of the work at LISPA. Each week the students are given the opportunity to devise their own theatre. They work in small groups to develop a theme given by the teachers which allows them to explore the territory they are currently learning in class. They then present this exercise to the teachers and the Advanced course students.
The Initiation Course culminates with a final project or Investigation where the students are given a longer time to develop a public presentation based on observation of a particular theme or subject of their choice (i.e. location, activity or human condition).
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