Alexander Lab
Problem Solving for Intermediate Dancers

Alexander Technique cultivates simultaneous embodiment of awareness and action. It invites the question: what patterns of movement and mind can be released? For dancers, this means choice, in the moment -- about how actions initiate and manifest. A defining characteristic of AT is lively attention to the process -- end results reflect the quality of our process. We learn to observe, listen and respond with presence and sensitivity -- bringing immediacy, fluidity and an increased dynamic range to movement.

Self-care: working with an awareness of our inherent design, versus unconsciously fighting against it, results in healthy, resilient dancing. Dancers learn to work efficiently, with a harmony of intention and execution, while reducing vulnerability to injury and strain.

The first part of class highlights the Alexander process and a specific Alexander dynamic/movement characteristic. In the second part of class, we examine dancing issues and concerns that students wish to explore. With a laboratory orientation, these issues will be addressed via an Alexander lens, and the ‘Alexander dynamic of the day.’ Come to class ready to jump in with your questions. All students receive hands-on guidance from Judith.





Judith Grodowitz
Judith 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!