Dance Bouquet features a varied offering of movement classes led by Oregon-based artist Michael Lee on a monthly rotation- see our social media for what's going on this month!

 

Dance Class

Using the techniques I have been taught and given, the class will move like a traditional zoom class, a warm up with attention brought to the inner self and where movement comes from. Attention will also be given to different axis points and non-western styles of movement (i.e. turning on your heel, not the ball of your foot, etc).

 

Gestures Class.

Basic exploration of gestures and where we find them. Class attendees will be asked to bring some ideas for choreography to the class and intentionally add gestures.

 

Dance Class/Improv.

Moving into a more improv based warmup and then an exploration of modes of performance and intentional movement. An exploration of meditation and Butoh may be brought into the class.

 

Things I can give to you.

This week will focus on tools and movement that has been given to me by other teachers/cultures and that have also been given permission to teach others. (Phrases/movements from historical and living cultures as well as tricks of the trade to help western forms).