Lucid Body Basics

Using a Non-judgmental approach, the body becomes a great window into understanding the psychological and emotional patterns of our lives. Using the chakra energy centers as a means of observation, participants will first develop an in-depth awareness of their psycho-physical habits. Then, through a wide range of exercises, they will broaden their range of expression.

For actors, this process is liberating - to learn how to shift one's energy to suit the life and circumstances of the characters they are playing.

The paradigms of persona, childneed, shadow and archetype will be explored in our understanding of the complexities of self and character.

Exercises will be focused on transforming the habitual body into new parts of self.

IThis is an accessible method that appeals to all artists: actors, dancers, musicians, and painters as well as those in the healing arts.

• Gain a new practical physical language from which to create the body of the character

• Develop a way of seeing that allows for a deeper understanding of the human being

• Utilize and integrate the body and voice as a tool for authentic expression and communication

• Layer different parts of self to create a complex human being

• Listen to the body’s visceral impulses

• Broadening the actors range of expression