Apply by February 26, 2014
With 40+ years of experience working on the human sound, Richard Armstrong's voice workshops at The Banff Centre focus on enhancing existing skills through intensive vocal, movement, and acting training to assist in the development of the versatile performer. There is a special emphasis on the connection between the voice and the personality of each participant.
These workshops are particularly relevant for professional or emerging singers and actors; however, dancers, composers, playwrights, and voice teachers have also found them invaluable. Classically trained singers find that apart from equipping them for contemporary repertoire, the training brings much therapeutic benefit. There is no danger of vocal damage, and the limits of the traditional voice are gradually extended, not least through the release from elemental fears of height and depth.
This year we will be offering both introductory and advanced workshops. Read on to find out more.
International Voice Workshop – Introductory
Dates: May 24 – May 25, 2014
Apply by: February 26, 2014
Faculty: Richard Armstrong
This two-day workshop is aimed at participants who have not yet worked with Richard before, regardless of personal training or ability. Applicants to the Introductory Workshop are welcome to apply to stay on for the Advanced Workshop.
The workshops may include the development of original material through improvisation with scenes, text, scores, songs, and space.
International Voice Workshop – Advanced
Dates: May 28 – June 7, 2014
Apply by: February 26, 2014
Faculty: Richard Armstrong, withMarguerite Witvoet
This workshop is aimed at those who have worked with Richard before. If you're new to Richard's work, you may also apply to the preceding Introductory Workshop.
This year's Advanced Voice Workshop provides a unique and exciting opportunity for participants to be part of a documentary about Richard Armstrong and his work. The filming process will be integrated into the workshop and participants can expect to be involved throughout as part of group sessions, daily interviews, and filmed reflections.
Other Theatre Arts opportunities
Open Space: Opera in the 21st Century
A partnership between The Banff Centre, Against the Grain Theatre and the Canadian Opera Company
Program dates: July 6 – August 3, 2014
Application deadline: January 30, 2014
Open Space is a one-of-a-kind performance-based collaborative training experience for emerging opera professionals that truly challenges the conventions of opera performance, production, and design.
