This workshop will explore movement through the principles of Limón modern dance, with a special focus on the principles of breath, suspension, and weight. We will explore these concepts in three ways: first, through a more ‘traditional’ technique class structure (ex. a somatic warm up, centre exercises, and travelling phrases), secondly, through improvisation tasks, and third, within a short movement combination. Together we will play with the principles to explore feelings of joy and release.

When: Sunday, December 29th
Where: The Fifth’s Main Studio
366 Adelaide East | Unit 120 | Inside parking lot
Time: 12:30pm-3:00pm
Investment: $40+HST

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About Steph

Steph (they/them) is a performer, teacher, and choreographer originally from Mississauga, ON. In 2018 Steph graduated from Etobicoke School of the Arts dance program and trained with the company at Canadian Dance Theatre. During which they had the opportunity to perform works by Alyssa Martin, Carol Anderson, Deborah Lundmark, Kevin Wynn, Roderick George, and Santee Smith.

Steph continued their education and dance training at Purchase College, SUNY where they performed works by Jose Limón and Norbert De La Cruz III with the Purchase Dance Company. In the spring of 2022 Steph graduated with distinction, receiving a BFA in Dance and a BA in Anthropology.

Since, Steph has frequently performed with Rock Bottom Movement, including works such as 'DINO', 'Sex Dalmatian', 'Kid Sister', and 'BIG TIME MISS'. Additionally, Steph has performed works by Claire Whitaker, Colleen Snell, Eilish Shin-Culhane, and Rakeem Hardy.

Using their interest in anthropology, Steph’s choreography explores the potential of dance as a means for cultivating cathartic experiences, community, and healing. Steph first premiered their choreography in 2022 at Purchase College, SUNY and most recently, premiered a new work at the 2024 Toronto Fringe Festival.