Eclipse Fusion - March Micro Madness Fusion Dance Workshop (Part 1 of 2)
When:
Saturday, Mar 02, 2024 12:00p -
6:30p
Saturday, Mar 02, 2024 12:00p -
6:30p
Where:
Beacon Hill Friends House
8 Chestnut St
Boston, MA 02108
Admission:
$25-80
Hosted by:
Categories:
Good for Groups, LGBTQ+, Music, Sports & Active Life
Event website:
lu.ma/microeclipse1
*Pre-registration closes at 5pm the day before the event. There are limited walk-in spots, so please consider pre-registering as it helps our instructors plan!
This is the first of two workshops in our March Micro Madness fusion dance event.
Instructors: Anna Thundersnow & Lucas-Michael Jones
Saturday, March 2, 12–4pm and 5–6:30pm
Micro I: Deep Listening, Close Connection, 12–4pm
Micro is all about using tiny movements to create intimacy and connection. How can we express ourselves confidently through the art of touch? How can we melt into our partner, yet stay true to our authentic selves?
From gentle brushes to intentional holds, we will first explore the nuances of body tone to give and receive really good hugs. Next we will add small movement: ribcage isolations, undulating waves, breathwork, and weight shifts to match the rhythm of the music. Finally we will tune into our partner’s signals to create a dynamic conversation through mirroring, echoing, and call-and-response.
Beginners will find a welcoming introduction to micro fusion, while advanced dancers can refine their technique and expand their repertoire. The workshop features a strong emphasis on consent, reading body language, and expressing both yes and no. Since the typical micro stance may include touching heads, abdomens, and/or knees, participants should come prepared to be in close contact with each other. There will be two 10-minute breaks for snacks.
Practice, 5–6:30pm (only open to workshop attendees)
Instructors Anna & Lucas-Michael will be available for any questions you may have, but you may use this time to dance and practice what you learned from the workshop. They would also love to dance with you!
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Entry: $25-80, sliding scale (suggested: $53 - you can adjust the amount before payment). Note: entry fee goes toward paying our venue, instructors, and supplies.
Vaccination: Required (except medical exemptions).
Masks: Required except when eating or drinking. Double surgical or better. We will provide masks for a fee at the door.
Public transit access: We encourage taking public transportation, as it's the best way to access the venue. All four trains are within walking distance (!), and so are a few buses. The times listed are walking distance.
• Green Line - Park St, 6min or Gov't Center - 11 min
• Orange/Red Lines - Downtown Crossing - 9min
• Red Line - Park St, 6 min or Charles/MGH - 10min
• Blue Line - Bowdoin - 11min
• 43 bus - 2min
• 15, 39 buses - 6min
• SL5 - 7min
• 343 bus - 11min
Parking - Garage: You can purchase a parking pass from us for $10 for the Boston Common Garage once you arrive at the venue (you can park your car at the garage first). Use this pass when exiting rather than the ticket you were issued by the machine. Pick up the pass when you check in at the front desk. NOTE: If you attend Eclipse later in the evening, you only need to purchase one pass for the WHOLE DAY.
Parking - Street: Metered parking on Beacon, Charles, and Cambridge Streets.
Other information:
• Do not enter any space that is marked as private.
• In an effort to respect the dancers and dance space, please move conversations and longer breaks to the parlor or patio area. They're comfy, we promise. 🙂
• The gender-neutral restroom is adjacent to the main hall.
• Light refreshments will be provided, including tea. We encourage you to bring your own water bottle, but there are mugs for tea.
• An Eclipse organizer will be taking pictures. Please let us know if we should remove any images of you at any time.
• Accessibility info: If you have any accessibility needs, please email the organizers at [email protected] prior to the event. The hall and restroom are accessible through a garden-level entrance.
• Please read our code of conduct prior to attending: https://eclipse.dance/code-of-conduct/
• Please reach out via Facebook messenger or email if you have any questions.
