Spring Intensives 2024

"Dramaturgy in Motion" by Katherine Profeta innovatively explores the role of the dramaturg in contemporary dance and movement performance. Shifting focus from "Who is the dramaturg?" to "What does the dramaturg think about?" Profeta delves into five arenas of the dramaturg's attention, grounding her insights in examples from her collaboration with choreographer Ralph Lemon. Bridging theory and practice, the book is a valuable resource for practitioners and scholars interested in the processes of creating dance and movement performances, offering insights into the collaboration between artists and dramaturgs.

In "Bringing the Body to the Stage and Screen," Annette Lust addresses the growing interest in expressive movement and physical improvisation among stage and screen artists. Emphasizing the importance of physical presence and non-verbal interactions for authenticity, Lust provides a program of exercises to empower artists with creativity. The book covers definitions, differences between stage and screen movement, conducting classes, and choosing a movement style. With original exercises, pantomimes, and insights from interviews with prominent artists, this resource is invaluable for theater teachers, students, and anyone in the performing arts.