The Dark Art of Performance:
Rituals of Stage and Self
Monthly Workshop Series · February–July
Sundays · 2–4 PM
(Final Performance: July 5 · 6–8 PM)
The Dark Art of Performance is a ritual-based workshop series exploring embodiment, stage presence, and transformation through butoh, performance art, costuming, and character creation. Each monthly session functions as a focused laboratory—working with movement, voice, visibility, and the body as an expressive vessel.
Participants engage performance as ritual, treating the stage as an alchemical site rather than a space for polish or perfection. The series culminates in a final ritualized showcase, where original performance work is offered to an invited audience.
Schedule
- Feb 8 — Butoh & Performance Art
- Mar 8 — Stage Presence, Awareness & Stage Fright
- Apr 5 — Costuming & Character Creation
- May 3 — Incorporating Other Mediums (ritual, paint, video, dance, props)
- Jun 7 — Building the Performance, Organization & Working with Others
- Jul 5 — Final Performance Showcase (6–8 PM)
What You’ll Explore
- Embodied performance and stage presence
- Butoh-informed movement and somatic listening
- Character creation through body, voice, and image
- Working with fear, vulnerability, and visibility
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Performance as ritual and transformation
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Costume, props, and visual symbolism
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Improvisation and structured composition
- Being seen and witnessed without armor
Pricing Options
- $25 — Drop-in (single session)
- $125 — Full workshop series (February–July)
- Pay What You Can — $5 minimum (add tip at checkout if able)
Includes six 2-hour workshops and participation in a final performance showcase.
Which Option Should I Choose?
- Drop-In: Ideal if you want to explore a specific theme or month.
- Full Series: Recommended for those seeking the complete arc from embodiment to performance.
- Pay What You Can: Available to support accessibility; $5 minimum.
Who This Is For
Open to performers, movers, artists, and curious bodies of all backgrounds. No prior performance experience required—only a willingness to explore embodiment, presence, and visibility.
Important Notes
- Comfortable clothing recommended
- This work may involve physical, emotional, and expressive exploration
- All purchases are final; no refunds will be issued for non-attendance