A handful of people have asked for references to Summer workshops
abroad. While there are Bates and ADF here in the states (along with a
few other options at various companies and studios) Europe has a lot to
offer in the area of Contemporary Dance. Many mistakenly believe the
cost to visit Europe would be prohibitive but I've found that there are
many resources one can leverage to make the journey affordable. See me
for information on housing, travel, etc.
Here is a sampling of workshops I've participated in:
AMSTERDAM:
Magpie Umbrella Workshops
(formerly Magpie Music DanceCompany)
Facilitated by Katie
Duck, this series is quite popular with dancers looking for
intimate exposure to contemporary and experimental dance practices,
while avoiding the over-crowding and sometimes higher cost associated
with Europe's larger summer programs. Also in The Netherlands in July
is Juli Dans, a city wide festival of contemporary dance performance, a
dance film showcase (Cinedans) and workshops.
More info:
http://katieduck.com/summer-2/
http://www.julidans.nl (2009 schedule TBA)
http://www.cinedans.nl
VIENNA:
ImplusTanz
The largest workshop series Europe has to offer, with 4 weeks of intensive workshops, performance, and artists in residence.
Consider applying for a DanceWeb scholarship if you want to take full advantage of this behemoth of summer programs.
More info:
http://www.impulstanz.com/en (2009 schedule TBA)
BERLIN:
Tanz im August
Various workshops and performances in Berlin. Outside of this, there are lots of dance happenings during that time in Berlin.
More info:
http://www.tanzimaugust.de
MUNICH:
Tanzwerkstatt Europa
Also a more intimate experience, when compared to ImpulsTanz, with
access to some exciting teachers and choreographers, smaller classes
and interesting performances in this lovely city.
More info:
http://www.jointadventures.net/web/en/tanzwerkstatteuropa
Elsewhere in Europe
See Also:
http://www.danceeurope.net/site/lists/summersch.shtml
