In this workshop, we will look at different ways of embodying ourselves and other possible characters through the use of movement, acting, and writing tools. We will play with our instincts as we spend time in a somatic-based warm-up, personal writing, and physical and vocal improvisational tasks. How can we illicit new characterizations and environments with one another through our bodies and words?
Let’s get curious about what doesn’t exist yet and how we can transform what already does.
When: Friday, Oct 20th
Where: Main Studio at 366 Adelaide East
Time: 12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Investment: $35+HST
About Amanda
Amanda Pye is a movement artist, actor, and writer. She has collaborated with a wide range of creators including Mikaela Demers, I/O Movement, Candice Irwin, Sasha French, Aeris Körper, Krista Newey, Kate Hilliard, Jaz Fairy J, Alias Dance Project, Frog in Hand, and Shotgun Juliet Theatre Company. Most recently, Amanda participated in adelheid dance projects work ‘on air’ created by Heidi Strauss; which earned a Dora Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble. Inside of Amanda’s own creative practice, she prioritizes breaking down learned systems by approaching body and being as brand new - this is supported through work in the Feldrenkrais method, meditation, acting and character development, and a creative writing practice. Her interests have been supported through residencies such as the Open Space Program at The National Ballet of Canada, the Performing Arts Creation Residency at The Banff Centre, and the CLEaR Forum choreographic lab supported by Mocean Dance. Amanda is currently working consistently as an actor on film and her work can be seen in various commercials, short films, and several television series. She continues to build connection to her movement practice as she explores the role of movement director for various film projects. In the spaces in between, Amanda uses creative writing as a source for her performance and film work and enjoys writing poems, dialogue, and building characters. Her writing has been published in both online and physical publications. Amanda’s poem ‘lemons’ was a main feature in the 2022 Summer issue of The Dance Current.
