Metamorphosis/Transformations

Metamorphosis / Transformations A performance
charrette

"I want to speak about bodies changed into new
forms." So begins Ovid's Metamorphosis, an epic
poem about the creation and destruction wrought
by love in its many forms played out by gods,
men, and beasts. This course is a 10-day
intensive, open to all comers, in which we create
and perform an ensemble-derived
dance/theater/musical piece inspired by Ovid's
Metamorphosis. An immersive creative experience
culminating in a fully produced performance fully
created by the participants. All participating
students commit to fully engage with all aspects
of creation and performance.

The Ovid & Hughes book is required reading in
preparation for the course (meaning you need to
read this book before you show up).
On-line reading selections will be assigned
during the course. If you have questions please
contact rgamson@calarts.edu
Additional reading: Selections from A.S. Kline
translation of Ovid's Metamorphosis:
Selections from Aristotles Poetics, TBA