MODULE 1
IMPRO
IMPRO THEORY AND ANALYSIS (10 HOURS)
Feña Ortalli · Francisco Conde Soto
Theory of impro. Through the study of the historical-cultural context of the impro movement, we will investigate its origin, the different schools and references; and we will discuss its multiple applications in the field of performing arts. We will also analyze different texts by contemporary authors and the philosophy behind this performing discipline.
Analysis of impro. Provides the tools necessary to understand and break down the key elements of an improvised scene.
IMPRO PRACTICE (10 HOURS)
Feña Ortalli · Gala Martínez-Romero · Antón Coucheiro
ABC of impro. We will put into practice the basic resources needed to start an impro. Listening, acceptance, PROL, narrative, styles, status, editing, etc.
Impro games Through classic impro games, we will stage many of the concepts and resources learned when telling stories.
MODULE 2
DRAMATURGY
DRAMATURGY OF THE TEXT (10 HOURS)
Feña Ortalli
In this class you will learn to use classic dramatic structure; create and identify patterns that can help you develop the story without too much effort, and practice active roles (dramaturgy, directing and acting) to discover that you don't need to do everything, all the time.
DRAMATURGY OF THE SPACE (10 HOURS)
Feña Ortalli
The space, the objects and the characters coexist in a space created before the eyes of the public and our colleagues. If you see them, others will too. In this class we will work on the concepts of use of space, distribution of focus, balance of forces, framing and field using different plays, films, photographs and paintings as examples.
MODULE 3
INTERPRETATION
PHYSICAL THEATRE AND MOVEMENT (10 HOURS)
Antón Coucheiro
The body is our main tool when improvising, which is why we will spend considerable time making our instrument available. We will explore the limits of our corporality, the creation of characters from our bodies, the use and exploitation of the stage space, and the manipulation and evocation of imaginary objects.
CREATION OF CHARACTERS (10 HOURS)
Antón Coucheiro · Alfonso Medina
Acting and interpretation work is essential to deepen bonds, relationships and emotions. Through the different sessions we will work with different interpretive techniques to have the necessary tools for creating characters. How to construct theatrical stories, focusing on authenticity and emotional connection in improvisation and the truth as a result.
MODULE 4
DIRECTION
FORMAT ANALYSIS (10 HOURS)
Gala Martínez-Romero
A review of the diversity of classic impro formats and tools to research and create our own formats. How to approach a creative stage research process to produce your own format.
STAGING (10 HOURS)
Gala Martínez-Romero
A review of the paradigms of theatrical staging applied to impro. Scenic logic, viewer interaction, the role of the presenter, aesthetic decisions and use of space. Use of music and sound environments. Creation, structuring and definition of concepts prior to representation.
MÓDULO 5
CUERPO Y EMOCIÓN
EMOTION AND IMPULSE (5 HOURS)
Encarni Corrales
We are going to work on the ability to be spontaneous and give theatrical improvisation tools to develop a scene from that impulse.
LECOQ COLORS (5 HOURS)
Diego Ingold
We will work on state changes and the creation of characters with primary and secondary colors based on Jacques Lecoq's color study, but now, applied to impro.
MODULE 6
COMPOSITION
VIEWPOINTS (5 HOURS)
Tamara Berbes
We will focus on the integration and application of the fundamental principles of Viewpoints to the dynamic context of theatrical improvisation.
SCORES AND PROTOCOLS (5 HOURS)
Omar Galvan
Creation of scenes based on the prior organization of theatrical protocols and resolutions.
MODULE 7
FINAL PROJECTS
FINAL PROJECTS (20 HOURS)
Gala Martínez-Romero · Antón Coucheiro
The last week of work will be dedicated to the creation, production, rehearsal and performance of different works in which the students will put into practice the concepts incorporated during the course and will be able to finish the training with a format to take to the stage.