Philippe Gaulier Master Class
Philippe Gaulier Master Class – Melodrama 2011
In the realm of performance training for actors, Philippe Gaulier is one of today’s most influential and revolutionary theatre master.
Gaulier’s distinctive approach to theatre-making comes from ‘Le Jeu’ – ‘game and play’. He emphasises on the importance of joy, human nature and the pleasure of play. In 1980, Gaulier established his own theatre school, École Philippe Gaulier, now based in Paris, and welcomes international students from more than 30 different countries each year. Gaulier also frequently tours all over the world to conduct his Master classes. He is especially noted for his no-nonsense teaching style, mixed with a unique brand of sarcasm and sense of humour. In partnership with National Arts Council last year, The Theatre Practice organised the inaugural Philippe Gaulier Master Class in Singapore, attracting a full class of local theatre practitioners who gleamed invaluable learning experiences!
Come year 2011, Philippe Gaulier returns to conduct his Master Class once again! This year’s workshop focuses on Melodrama. The principles of Melodrama originate from Gaulier’s native country – France. In the 19th century, actors would make use of exaggerated movement, loud vocalisation of scripted lines, and forceful steps, all aggressively aimed at capturing the audience’s attention. Hence, the common perception of Melodrama is one of overly magnified and superficial performance. However, Gaulier has a different understanding of Melodrama. He feels that Melodrama actors embody an inexplicable sense of pleasure, which is derived from actors’ exaggeration of their own ‘real’ emotions. Within the performance, actors have to create a character by delving into the deepest levels of human nature, thus precisely requiring the ‘pleasure’ from Melodrama in order to do so.
We warmly welcome theatre practitioners and performing artists from all arenas to register for this rare opportunity to gain invaluable experiences from Gaulier’s teaching. It matters not if you are a newcomer in theatre or already at the top of your game in the performing arts, you will emerge vastly enriched from the workshop!
- Dates: 16th to 20th Aug 2011 (Tuesday to Saturday)
- Time: 10am – 4pm (Daily)
- Venue: Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Singapore 439053
- Language: English
- Fees: $250 – inclusive of 7% GST
- *Only 30 places are available
For enquiries, please call (65) 6337 2525 or email pg@practice.org.sg
Registration:
Click HERE to download the registration form.
Tel: (65) 6337 2525
Email: pg@practice.org.sg
Due to limited vacancies, priority will be given to experienced theatre performers. Successful applicants will be notified via email.
Philippe Gaulier Master Class – Le Jeu in 2010
In the realm of performance training for actors, Philippe Gaulier is one of today’s most influential and revolutionary theatre master. Philippe Gaulier’s distinctive approach to theatre-making comes from ‘Le Jeu’ – ‘game and play’. He emphasizes on the importance of joy, human nature and the pleasure of play. In 1980, Gaulier established his own theatre school, École Philippe Gaulier, now based in Paris, and welcomes international students from more than 30 different countries each year. Gaulier also frequently tours all over the world to conduct his Master classes.
As a world-renowned teacher in performance training, Philippe Gaulier is especially noted for his no-nonsense teaching style, mixed with a unique brand of sarcasm and sense of humour. In response to the challenges that students face during lessons, he is liberally frank with his comments and never minces his words. In front of Gaulier, students require unwavering courage in order to discover their ‘naked’ self – their own original performance style.
As a world-renowned theatre master, Philippe Gaulier has yet to hold a master class in actor’s training in Singapore. In partnership with National Arts Council, The Theatre Practice is proud to present the inaugural Philippe Gaulier Master Class spanning over 5 days this September! This is part of his Asian tour of master classes, including Hong Kong and Tokyo. We warmly welcome theatre practitioners and performing artists from all arenas to register for this rare opportunity to gain invaluable experiences from Gaulier’s teaching. It matters not if you are a newcomer in theatre or already at the top of your game in the performing arts, you will emerge vastly enriched from the workshop!
- Dates: 1st to 5th September 2010 (Wednesday to Sunday)
- Time: 10am – 4pm (Daily)
- Venue: The Republic Cultural Centre (Republic Polytechnic) 9 Woodlands Ave 9, Singapore 738964
- Language: English
- Fees: $250 (Lunch included) – inclusive of 7% GST
- *Only 30 places are available
Look forward to his Master Class this year! More details coming SOON!
For enquires, please call (65) 6337 2525 or email pg@practice.org.sg