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MOTION LAB FILM INTENSIVE

Motion Lab is an immersive experience focused on understanding how choreography evolves when the camera becomes part of the creative process.
 

Participants gain practical insight into how framing, camera movement and performance quality influence how movement is perceived on screen.
 

Through lectures, guided exercises and hands-on creation, artists learn how to adapt their instincts for film environments while building professional portfolio material.
 

Each day has a distinct focus, allowing participants to explore both performance for camera and creation for camera.

DAY 1: DANCE ON CAMERA
Day 1 is designed for dancers looking to strengthen their ability to perform confidently and effectively on camera.
 

  • Participants explore how performance quality shifts when movement is captured through framing, close-ups and multiple takes.

  • Exercises focus on understanding how subtle adjustments in intention, focus and dynamics translate through the lens.

  • Participants develop awareness of how to maintain presence across repeated takes while adapting to direction and camera movement.

  • Freestyling vs choreography for camera
     

Topics include:

  • differences between stage and on-camera performance

  • understanding framing and camera angles

  • modulating energy for the lens

  • continuity and consistency between takes

  • taking direction from videographers and directors

  • working within filmed choreography settings​

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DAY 2: CHOREOGRAPHY & DIRECTION

Day 2 is designed for choreographers and movement creators interested in exploring how choreography interacts with camera perspective.
 

  • Participants learn how to design movement with cinematic composition in mind, considering spacing, transitions and visual storytelling.

  • Through guided prompts and creative exercises, participants explore how camera placement, editing and environment can influence choreographic choices.

  • Participants learn how to take an idea through all phases of production to final execution

  • Participants learn how to direct dancers in a film environment

  • Participants learn basics of filmmaking and production
     

Topics include:

  • structuring choreography specifically for film

  • working with camera movement as part of the choreography

  • considering visual composition and spatial design

  • developing concepts that translate effectively on screen

  • collaborating with videographers and production teams

  • creative direction

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Who This Intensive is For?
 

  • Dancers who want to feel more confident on camera

  • Choreographers interested in creating for film

  • Artists building professional reels

  • Performers preparing for filmed auditions or projects

  • Creators interested in expanding their creative skillset

SPACES ARE LIMITED. 

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