[e-drive][WORKSHOP DIGEST-WEEK OF JANUARY 5]

[Chris Blanchenot]

Please direct all responses and inquiries directly to the theatre or
association listed in the e-drive notice below.


1. DANCE WORKSHOP WITH DENISE FUJIWARA-CALGARY
2. SENSORY AWAKENING WORKSHOP-TORONTO

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1. DANCE WORKSHOP WITH DENISE FUJIWARA-CALGARY
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January 10 & 11, 2004  10am to 4pm

A two day workshop with Denise Fujiwara
Training the body and imagination: a rigorous workshop in in Butoh-based
dance/theatre, with an approach to working conditions expressed through
intense physicality. Movement training that endeavors to reveal an inner
life of authenticity. This is an intensive workshop open to all. Class
size is limited. Advance registration is recommended.

Price: $50 per day - $25 Equity members and students

For more information or registration call: 403-265-3230 Workshop
location: Dancers studio west 2007 - 10th Avenue S.W.
Email: springboard at nucleus.com
Website: mcsquared.com/springboard

Please note: the workshop can be attended for one day or both.


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 2. SENSORY AWAKENING WORKSHOP-TORONTO
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ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!!!

A Special One-Day Intensive!

Sensory Awakening

Course # 1311

With Florence MacGregor & Guillermo Mansilla

This experience is for Artists who wish to open their senses to deeper
comprehension and the forces that exist when we utilize art as a tool
for seeking and experimentation. The ancient chi kung form in an
actor-based warm-up will prepare us for this one-day workshop in which
we will enjoy the physical experience of some of the sacred traditions
of Humanity - Islam, Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, and traditions of
the Inuit, Aztecs, and Mayans. All of this knowledge will be experienced
through the sacred art of theatre.

WHEN: Saturday, January 10, 2004 1-6 PM
WHERE: Equity Showcase Theatre
COST: $80 CAEA, $100 Non-CAEA

Florence MacGregor: Canadian actor and artist, choreographer, and
professor of movement for actors (Chi Kung) at Humber College. Recent
roles include Lady Mary Stanley in Rhombus Film production on Elizabeth
Rex on CBC's Opening Night, Ursula/The Lady of the Lake in Merlin (YPT).
Other specialties include being a member of the artistic team for the
Shakespeare Globe Centre of Canada (2001 Inaugural International Fellow)
and recently returning from Argentina having participated in the
International Festival of Mercosur, Cordoba: "Shakespeare: Moving the
Universe."

Guillermo Mansilla: Argentine Artist, Actor, Juggler, Clown. Recent
performances include: Diablo in Cielo o Infierno, The Mandable in BUGS
full of Honey History, the Necochea National Festival for Kids,
Argentina. His international work as a performer includes: International
Juggling Theatre Festivals in Aurillac, France: Terrega, Spain, US and
South American. Other workshops include: The International Festival of
Mercosur in Cordoba
Argentina: "Shakespeare Moving the Universe."

Space is limited. Call ASAP to book your spot!!! Application and a form
of payment are all that is required for this course. This course is
first-come, first serve. Visit www.equityshowcase.ca for an on-line
application or call 416-533-6100 for more info.

Daphne Moens
Registar
Equity Showcase Theatre
651 Dufferin Street
Toronto, ON
M6K 2B2
phone (416)533-6100 ext 21
fax (416) 533-2449
registrar at equityshowcase.ca
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Canadian Actors' Equity Association
44 Victoria Street, 12th Floor
Toronto, ON M5C 3C4
Tel: 416-867-9165
Fax: 416-867-9246
Email:  communications at caea.com