Space for Space
Zebastián Méndez Marín (CR/SK) contemporary dance workshop in a public space with a performative output
Saturday, 31.8. 10:00 – 16:00
Black Box, Tabačka Kulturfabrik & Dominikánske námestie
10 - 15 €

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Rudolf Baranovič
Space for space is an exploration of the different ways we can interact with our surroundings, and how to add a layer of dance or movement to our interactions.
The space contains me, the others, and itself. So we will find ways to dance in this triangle of possibilities. Spontaneous body composition, group compositions and composing with the space around us will allow us to see the public space in a different light, and invite the passerby to change their perspective with us. We will work with principles of improvisation and partnering, and we'll explore concepts like empathy, interconnectivity, imagination, and intuitive reaction.
The event is covered by the Divadlo Štúdio tanca, where the workshop lecturer works. It is the only professional theater in Slovakia dedicated to contemporary dance with a permanent artistic ensemble. They create original dance productions, teach movement courses for children and adults, organize dance festivals, provides artistic residencies and produce many other activities and events that bring contemporary dance closer to the public.
The workshop will be conducted in English.
Schedule
10:00 – 12:00, Black Box - warm up & class to explore the main concepts to work with
13:30 – 16:00, Black Box & Dominikánske námestie - workshop to apply the concepts and planning of showing
18:00 – 18:30, Dominikánske námestie - presentation of the output on the Dominikánske námestie
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Rudolf Baranovič

Rudolf Baranovič

Rafael Salazar

Rudolf Baranovič
Zebastián Méndez Marín
Zebas comes from Costa Rica. He attended Conservatorio El Barco (Costa Rica), among his important projects are EU.GENUS (Honey and dust) and What the body does not remember (Ultima Vez). In October 2021, the Studio Dance Theater premiered the project PUNK PAJAMA PARTY, which was created by a team of artists led by Zebastián and Lívia Balážová MM. Since 2022, he has been the artistic director of the Studio Dance Theatre.
Supported using public funding by the Slovak Arts Council. It was supported by the City of Košice and Creative Industry Košice.