WHEN: ALTERNATING TUESDAYS: 4/29, 5/13, 5/27, 6/10 from 7pm-10pm
WHERE: The First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia, 2125 Chestnut Street (in the Sanctuary)
WHAT: A series of four theater workshops exploring “Light, Shadow, & Mysticism” in The Dybbuk by S. Ansky.
Join Open Theater Workshop artists Sarah Billings, Sophie Koester, and Madeline Shuron in an exploration of the classic but now rarely performed Yiddish play “The Dybbuk” by S. Ansky through a series of four collaborative theater workshops.
Throughout the four-workshop series, we will explore the actor’s body and voice as tools of composition, create unique shadow puppets and projected scenery, and collaborate on new, multifaceted interpretations of this fascinating text.
We will examine light and shadow as key elements in staging scenes of magic, ritual, and mysticism, as well as engaging with the mysticism of the theater itself.
Actors, dancers, musicians, writers, designers, artists of all disciplines, and all community members are invited to join this free workshop series. No experience is necessary. Beginners are encouraged to join.
SUPPLIES: Supplies necessary for participation will be provided. You are welcome to bring additional art supplies, musical instruments, etc. as you wish.
ATTENDANCE: Although the contents of the workshops will progress as a series, you are welcome to participate in one, two, or three of the workshops if you are not able to join us for the full set.
RSVP: Email sarah@opentheaterworkshop.org to RSVP or ask questions!
This workshop is presented as part of Spirit+Ed adult education programming at the First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia. We are grateful to First Unitarian and especially Reverend Alexandre da Silva Souto for their support of Open Theater Workshop.
