About The Program
ABOUT
Step beyond the surface. Unlock the unknown
Welcome to Skeleton Key, a 4-day immersive dance choreography workshop designed to take your artistic vision and unlock the hidden doors of creativity, movement, and storytelling. This workshop is for those ready to venture into the depths of choreography, unearth ideas, and build a show that leaves a lasting impression. Every choreographer holds a key to a hidden world. It’s up to you to unlock it.
APPLY
Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of dance choreography?
The door is waiting. All you need is the Skeleton Key. What’s inside is yours to discover—if you have the courage to turn the lock.
Step through the door, and let the magic begin.
WHO
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Dancers seeking to deepen their choreography skills and unlock new ways of storytelling through movement
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Aspiring choreographers who want to learn the entire process of building a dance performance, from concept to final showcase
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Artists looking for a space to experiment with themes, styles, and new techniques in dance
GENERAL DETAILS
Duration: 4 Days, 11am-5pm
Dates: Thursday July 31st - Sunday August 3rd
Location: NYC
Details: Creators will get to set their work on Thistle Company Members. Professional Video footage will be provided.
Cost:
Early Bird (before May 1st): $295
Regular Admission: $349
Rolling Admissions
Cost only required if accepted. Scholarships available.
The
Details
DAY 1
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Meet and Greet/Introductions
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Thistle Warm-Up
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Your Movement Style/Who Are You as a Mover?
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Lunch
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Brain Bend: Share your Show Ideas
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
The Plumbing: Show Creation & Structure
DAY 3
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thistle Warm-Up with Thistle Company Members
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Meet Your Dancers. Movement Exploration &
Setting of Choreography
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Lunch
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Discussion and Feedback on Setting Movement on Dancers
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Choreographic Creation
DAY 2
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Thistle Warm-Up
11:45 AM - 1:30 PM
Idea Presentation (two ideas per choreographer, collective chooses)
Pedestrian versus Abstract Storytelling Through Movement
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Lunch
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Full Show Structure
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Choreographic Creation Using Plumbing
DAY 4
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thistle Warm-Up with Thistle Company Members
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Setting Choreography
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Lunch
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Feedback and Presentation Preparation
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Present and Film Choreographic Projects
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wine and Cheese Reception
Are you ready to unlock the mysteries of dance creation?
The door is waiting. All you need is the Skeleton Key. What’s inside is yours to discover—if you have the courage to turn the lock.
Step through the door, and let the magic begin.
