Modern & Contemporary Dance

Both dance styles – Modern Dance and Contemporary Dance – are closely related and emerged as a rebellion against the rigid structures of classical ballet in the 20th century. They emphasize the importance of creativity, emotion, and individuality in dance.

Modern Dance: At its core, it focuses on the expression of emotions and liberation from traditional, formal movement patterns. In Germany, the American "Modern Dance" is also referred to as "Expressionist Dance."

Contemporary Dance: A fusion of Modern Dance, Jazz, Ballet, and other dance styles such as Street Dance, Afro, and Tap Dance. The movements are characterized by powerful, dynamic, flowing, and relaxed movements in space and on the floor (Floorwork). Dancers perform barefoot to feel the connection to the ground.

The movements originate from the center of the body and flow outward; there is an emphasis on maximum freedom of movement with minimal muscle tension. Influential figures and pioneers of Modern and Contemporary Dance include Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham, who you may already be familiar with.

Workshop Times: Sunday, February 2, 2025
Workshop 1: Modern Dance: 10:00 - 12:30
Workshop 2: Contemporary Dance: 14:00 - 16:30

Both workshops are suitable for beginners as well as experienced dancers.
You can also book the workshops separately.

Workshop 1: Modern Dance
Theme: Movement Qualities
The workshop includes:

• Structured warm-up exercises
• Dancing different movement qualities such as hard – soft, straight – round, sharp, abrupt, light – heavy, bound or free
• Improvisation and refinement of the ability to express different emotions through movement
• Short and simple movement combinations

Workshop 2: Contemporary Dance
Theme: Flowing Movements – Dynamic Transitions

• Warm-up with powerful, flowing, and relaxed movements
• Exploring dynamic transitions
• Dancing to different rhythms
• Expanding the movement repertoire through various dance styles such as Jazz Dance, Ballet, Modern Dance, and Street Dance, danced both in space and on the floor
• Simple, short movement combinations with flowing movements and dynamic transitions

Instructor:
Gloria Cavet, born in Venezuela, brings a unique perspective to her work through her cultural roots and diverse dance styles. Her dance journey began in her youth, where she trained in Ballet, Modern Dance, Contemporary Dance, and Oriental Dance in Caracas. Today, she focuses on artistic creation and the leadership of body-tells, a discipline aimed at harmonizing the body through the principles of mobility, dance, self-expression, and relaxation.
www.body-tells.com

Course Location: ÖHA Öblarn

Important Notes:
The number of participants is limited, so we recommend early registration. The registration deadline is Saturday, January 5, 2025.

Please ensure the full course fee is paid 14 days before the course begins to the following account:
AT52 2081 5000 0193 4447, Steiermärkische Sparkasse, Kunst- und Kulturhaus Öblarn.
Our terms and conditions for workshops and seminars can be found below.

Registration and Further Information:
To register or for more information, please contact us by email at: info(at)kultur.st or by phone at 0664/86 00 300.

Terms and Conditions:
For workshops and seminars at Kunst & Kulturhaus Öblarn

• Please pay the full course fee 14 days before the course starts to the following account: AT 52 2081 5000 0193 4447 / Steiermärkische Sparkasse / Kunst- und Kulturhaus Öblarn
• When reserving, please provide the course name
• Upon receipt of payment, the course is considered reserved
• The registration is binding!
• If a seminar is canceled, the paid course fees will be refunded
• If canceled within 2 weeks before the course start, we will retain 50% of the course fee as a cancellation fee

All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made in writing to: info@kultur.st