Butoh workshop with Yumiko Yoshioka
Butoh workshop with Yumiko Yoshioka 28 to 30 May 2027 For the first time in Cyprus, Yumiko Yoshioka, a Japanese Butoh dancer and choreographer, will teach an intensive three-day (5-hours per day), Body Resonance workshop based on Butoh and Organic Movement in Nicosia at Dance House Lefkosia. Yumiko Yoshioka is a former member of Ariadone, the first female Butoh company, which was founded by Ko Murobushi and Carlotta Ikeda in 1973. Description of the workshop Body Resonance, a method of bodywork developed by Yumiko, is a technique based on the importance of deepening consciousness of the body, not only in order to dance and express but also to illuminate our daily life. The main focus of the workshop is a conscious research of our body/mind/soul unification that can allow a deep enjoyment of the intrinsic process of metamorphosis in the spirit of dance. This workshop is open to everybody interested in rediscovering forgotten passages within the body as well as to Butoh performers and dancers in general. No prior Butoh experience is required. Workshop Content Organic Movement (release exercises inspired by Noguchi Taiso, Tai Chi and Yoga as well as sound–movement exploration); Breathing Exercises; Dynamic training for the flow of energy, using rebounding power; Butoh-related work (e.g., sensitization, combining imagery and movement through antenna exercises, neutral walking, dialogue with a partner); Structured Improvisation; and Choreography. Event details Price: Early bird fee €200 (register by 30 Nov. 2026 with a deposit of €100 to secure your spot) for the three-day workshop. Spaces are limited. Fee after 30 Nov.: €230. Workshop location and time: Dance House Lefkosia, 25 Parthenonos, Ayios Andreas, 1105, Nicosia, Cyprus; 28-30 May 2027 (13:00 to 18:00). Email butoh.cyprus@gmail.com for all enquiries (including payment instructions and accommodation options)
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Butoh workshop with Yumiko Yoshioka
28 to 30 May 2027
For the first time in Cyprus, Yumiko Yoshioka, a Japanese Butoh dancer and choreographer, will teach an intensive three-day (5-hours per day), Body Resonance workshop based on Butoh and Organic Movement in Nicosia at Dance House Lefkosia.
Yumiko Yoshioka is a former member of Ariadone, the first female Butoh company, which was founded by Ko Murobushi and Carlotta Ikeda in 1973.
Description of the workshop
Body Resonance, a method of bodywork developed by Yumiko, is a technique based on the importance of deepening consciousness of the body, not only in order to dance and express but also to illuminate our daily life. The main focus of the workshop is a conscious research of our body/mind/soul unification that can allow a deep enjoyment of the intrinsic process of metamorphosis in the spirit of dance. This workshop is open to everybody interested in rediscovering forgotten passages within the body as well as to Butoh performers and dancers in general. No prior Butoh experience is required.
Workshop Content
Organic Movement (release exercises inspired by Noguchi Taiso, Tai Chi and Yoga as well as sound–movement exploration); Breathing Exercises; Dynamic training for the flow of energy, using rebounding power; Butoh-related work (e.g., sensitization, combining imagery and movement through antenna exercises, neutral walking, dialogue with a partner); Structured Improvisation; and Choreography.
Event details
Price: Early bird fee €200 (register by 30 Nov. 2026 with a deposit of €100 to secure your spot) for the three-day workshop. Spaces are limited. Fee after 30 Nov.: €230.
Workshop location and time: Dance House Lefkosia, 25 Parthenonos, Ayios Andreas, 1105, Nicosia, Cyprus; 28-30 May 2027 (13:00 to 18:00).
Email butoh.cyprus@gmail.com for all enquiries (including payment instructions and accommodation options)