Alexander Technique & Movement
working together
The workshop introduces the guiding principles of the Alexander Technique. We focus on embodying Alexander's central premises for increasing awareness and freedom in movement: Simple OBSERVATION of Self - becoming curious, no judgment; PAUSING momentarily to allow ourselves to respond in the moment rather than react habitually; and CHOOSING to move with consciousness, with our body's design, rather than against it.
Activities will include: simple movement studies promoting integration and flexibility; sensory awareness studies; contemplation of our dynamic skeletal structure; everyday life movements explored from an Alexander perspective; and simple movement improvisations. Designed for people new to Alexander, as well as for those who have studied it previously and wish to review and deepen their understanding.
Judith GrodowitzJudith Grodowitz brings 30 years of experience in movement arts to her teaching. She originated leading roles as a longtime member of the Obie Award winning company Skyfish Ensemble, directed by the late Lee Nagrin, and has performed with a variety of NYC choreographers. Judith currently teaches vocal artists at the Bard College Conservatory of Music, consults on theater productions and coaches drama and music students at Vassar College, and teaches Alexander Technique to Actors at the Esper Acting Studio, NYC. She has presented many workshops in Greece incorporating mythology, improvisation and Alexander. Judith has a lively private practice teaching Alexander in NYC, specialising in work with performing artists. She is happy to be returning to teach at ImPulsTanz for the 10th time this year!
Photo: © Judith Grodowitz