A Journey of Self-Discovery
About this Event

At the core of every sound lies the body, bearing the weight of life's pressures, societal masks, and the monotony of daily routines. Without releasing the block in the body, it is impossible to release a truly powerful and resonant voice.

Acting training serves as a gateway to understanding the connections between body, and voice. Acting is a vivisection of human life. I firmly believe that actors’ exercises hold the power to transform not only performers but also individuals from all professions.

This three-hour workshop is a journey of self-discovery, where the exploration of your limitless vocal expression through your body becomes a gateway to unlocking the full spectrum of your potential. This transformative experience will guide participants through a series of exercises carefully curated from diverse theatrical traditions, aimed at unlocking the potential within their bodies, voices, stage presence, and imagination. The mission of the workshop is to unearth our true selves, break free from the confines of our habitual existence, and thus find a hidden voice.

What to Expect:

The workshop kicks off with a body warm-up session to dissolve physical and mental barriers, fostering common group dynamics. Further, we delve into voice warm-up techniques, participants will gain a fresh perspective on their breathing patterns, setting the stage for a journey into the depths of vocal and creative liberation. The session concludes with captivating group and individual voice and body improvisations.

What to Bring:

All you need to bring is water, wear comfortable clothes, and most importantly, arrive with an open mind ready to embrace new experiences. And remember, we'll be working barefoot, encouraging a profound connection with our surroundings.

For Whom:

This workshop is tailored for everyone keen on developing body, mind, and voice. Whether you are a seasoned actor who is looking for keys for character building and wants to upgrade acting tools or a programmer who wants to develop personal qualities, public speaking, and open new possibilities with the body and sound - this journey to self-discovery welcomes you with open arms.

Halina Mihutskaya is an actors’ trainer, performer, and dramaturgist. She spent over eight years as an independent actress in Odesa, Ukraine, before moving to Amsterdam. She explored the actors’ training in Odesa, Kyiv with the "Actor Without a Cover" project and expanded her knowledge through workshops across Europe (the Grotowski Institute, Odin Theatre, Attis Theatre, etc). Halina developed a program focusing on actors’ body potential, leading classes and workshops in Odesa at TEO theatrical space and Remarka Film School in Odesa Film Studio. In 2021, she debuted as a playwright with "Faith" and "Quarantine for Three."

In Amsterdam, she graduated with honors in Arts and restarted her artistic activity in July 2023. From this time, she already hosted many workshops, translated into English, and directed her play "Quarantine for Three" at Mezrab. In 2023, Halina participated in the Zid Theatre program, where she started to develop a solo project that already has several demonstrations in Amsterdam. Moreover, Halina is an Artistic Director of the Foundation Forwards for Others where she teaches an acting course.Booking online in advance is required.

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