In this two hour workshop facilitated by Tyler Rai, we will look at a brief history of the Red Brigade and its performative actions, explore what it is to foster movement and performance skills in service of forming a Red Brigade in Northampton, and process grief related to climate collapse. We will practice the physical technicalities of moving slowly, fostering awareness as an ensemble, and holding space to process our individual grief. Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook, as there will be time for written reflection during the workshop.
These workshops are intended to facilitate a process for a performative action that will occur with Extinction Rebellion on September 27th. While these workshops are specifically in service of preparing performers for that event, anyone interested is welcome to join these workshops. It is encouraged to come to all three, however drop-ins are welcome. Movers of all abilities are welcome, though please be prepared to engage in very slow, contemplative movement.
There is a suggested donation of $5-$10 toward the cost of the space, but no one will be turned away for inability to donate.
Tyler Rai is an improvisor, dancer, and collaborative artist currently based in Amherst, Massachusetts (Nipmuck/Pocumtuc territory). Through performance and movement improvisation, her research questions how we embody kinship and relational empathy with the other/more-than-human-world. She is currently developing a body of research focused on grief and reverence for the glacial bodies of this earth. Rai received her BA from Bennington College and is a certified Tamalpa Life/Art Practitioner. For more information: www.tylerrai.com.
