Disability Justice was built in theatrical spaces. How do we continue the work to curate accessibility for all theater makers? In this workshop, participants will explore the origins of disability justice, define the concept of access needs and explore how to make our spaces more accessible for all.
In this playwriting workshop, participants will learn the art of crafting authentic and dynamic dialogue that brings their characters to life on the stage. Through a series of exercises and discussions, writers will explore how to reveal character traits, relationships, and emotions through subtle and nuanced dialogue
This workshop, The Essentials of Trauma-Informed Creative Practices, is for creatives in the arts and education who are interested in navigating the creation of new work during difficult times. This essentials workshops will dive into the primary principles of the method in order for participants to be able to fold it into their personal and professional practices. With an emphasis on educational content, the facilitator will explore the brain science behind stress, burnout, trauma, and creativity. Key discussion points will include: the stress cycle, trauma stewardship, trauma exposure responses, types of creativity, and our autonomic nervous system.
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
In this workshop, we will cover "Trans 101" and delve into what it means to work with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals in theatre.
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
A 2-week movement course with Suzanne Ankrum-Harris.
Come learn about Commedia Dell’Arte - an Italian renaissance form of mask theatre!
Commedia is renowned for it’s stock characters and larger than life movement. We’ll learn about each of the characters in depth, discuss mask techniques, and work on a variety of lazzi.
Join Molly W. Schenck of the Grey Box Collective for this incredible Weekend Workshop. Click to see details.
This session will be recorded.
Sliding Scale Pricing.
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
Join Joseph Cloud (citizen of Cherokee Nation) on Saturday, November 6, for a special workshop on Creating a Purposeful Land Acknowledgement! Click through to see all the information!
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
For dance, theatre, and other movement teachers desiring to creating movement spaces that allow students to bring their whole selves, and step into their agency and power.
Join certified Alexander Teacher Sara Yanney for 6 weeks of mindful movement meant to develop the body’s expressive potential, as well as alleviate poor body and movement habits.
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
What can happen when we strip away the structures of what we've been taught and explore writing stories how our ancestors have told stories?
Bring Momentum offerings virtually to your class or organization!
Consent for Performers
Power Dynamics in the Rehearsal Room
Ethics of Touch for Movement Teachers
Laban in Performance
Any of our past course offerings!
Bring Momentum offerings virtually to your class or organization!
Consent for Performers
Power Dynamics in the Rehearsal Room
Ethics of Touch for Movement Teachers
Laban in Performance
Any of our past course offerings!
Join Nicole Perry, a Certified Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analyst, as well as intimacy director and choreographer for professional theatre and dance, for a deeper understanding of HOW movement communicates, in Body, Effort, Shape, and Space.
Each session examines an aspect of the Laban/Bartenieff Movement System as it relates to character development and choice-making for performance. Perfect for students and professionals whether they are actors, dancers, directors, choreographers, and/or teachers!!!
Join us for 3 weeks of Musical Theatre Dance!
In the Jazz and Tap Intensive, teen performers will learn vocabulary, technique, and combinations each week from a professional theatre choreographer and teaching artist.
Taught fully online and developed for small spaces.
Join for 1 week or all 3!
Join us for 3 weeks of Musical Theatre Dance!
In the Jazz and Tap Intensive, teen performers will learn vocabulary, technique, and combinations each week from a professional theatre choreographer and teaching artist.
Taught fully online and developed for small spaces.
Join for 1 week or all 3!
Join us for 3 weeks of Musical Theatre Dance!
In the Jazz and Tap Intensive, young performers will learn vocabulary, technique, and combinations each week from a professional theatre choreographer and teaching artist.
Taught fully online and developed for small spaces.
Join for 1 week or all 3!
Not sure if our Laban in Performance Workshop is right for you? Check out the FREE preview session on Monday, May 11! EVENT IS FREE, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! To register, click on the Event title, and complete the form!
Use your social distancing time to prepare for auditions!
This 3 week web-based course prepares teens and adults for auditions, or simply introduces them to basics in theatre dance. Includes ballet, jazz, and Laban for Actors techniques.
Taught by choreographer and dance educator Nicole Perry, MFA, CLMA.
$20/1 class or $50 for all 3!
Before you register, please know by proceeding you are agreeing to the Liability Waiver:
***LIABILITY WAIVER***
This release form must be reviewed prior to attending classes from Momentum Stage:
1. Assumption of Risk: I voluntarily assume and accept all risks and potential hazards involved in the movement training and related activities provided by Momentum Stage. I understand that I am strongly advised to obtain comprehensive medical insurance prior to engaging in this activity.
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Covering ballet, jazz, and Laban Movement for Actors, this course is perfect for stepping up from a “mover” to a “dancer”!
Wednesday September 18 and 25 and October 2 from 530-7pm
For ages 10-15. For questions about the ages or leveling, please email us at momentumstage@gmail.com
$20/class or $50 for all 3! Register below. Class is limited to 10 students.
Part of the Warehouse Arts Collective and Momentum Stage Education Programs.
The method of close reading will help students, whether in school, home/un-schooled, or adults, approach Shakespeare with confidence and leave him with understanding!
Great for high school students, home-schooling or un-schooling. Also good for directors or theatre educators, or those interested in those activities!
Week by Week
1- What is close reading?
2- Scenes from A Midsummer Night’s Dream
3- Scenes from The Merry Wives of Windsor
4- Scenes from King Lear
Please have a copy of each play available. The Folger edition is the preferred text- it is available online, but hardcopies are encouraged.
