Type: Collaborative Project

For this project, we encourage people to attend all three workshops.

Part 1

In this workshop we will engage in group discussion and free writing exercises. Drawing inspiration from Jack Halberstams “The Queer Art of Failure”, we will explore our personal experiences of the success / failure dichotomy.
In what ways can embracing failure help free our creative expression? How could sharing our failures collectively help to build a more compassionate society? How do public performances of failure play a role of care in community? No previous writing skills necessary.

Part 2

In this workshop, we’ll come together to explore our voices in improvised group singing, using the some of the words generated in Part 1. Through guided vocal experimentation, we’ll hope to feel the synergy of collective voices. We’ll explore the resonance of the space by moving around, experiencing the physicality of moving through moments of harmony and dissonance with our fellow singers. The session will be recorded to produce a soundscape which will be explored in a movement workshop.

Part 3

In this workshop, we’ll use movement to respond to the electronic vocal soundscape created in Parts 1 and 2 of the project. We will devise a collective piece exploring the relationship between sound, language and the body. Guided free movement exercises, including contact improvisation will allow us to connect with our individual and collective physicalities. No prior movement experience is required.

Project Lead: Sarah Parkes, Josh Grey Yung

Contact Email: saeparkes@gmail.com, j.greyjung@gmail.com