What it is about?
The Drama Club is a creative community where participants can immerse themselves in all aspects of theatre. Our journey begins with Module 1, exploring our bodies and the non-verbal communication. In Module 2 we will focus on presence on stage and creativity. Module 3, we'll explore the "3 P's of a scene: People, Place, and Problem". Module 4 is the time to work with text, and finally, in Module 5, we'll create small scenes and potentially perform them for a small audience.
When: Tuesdays at FO-Aarhus from 18:30 - 20:20
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What will happen in all modules
​​Module 1 - 19, 26/08 & 2/09 - Non-Verbal Communication - Explore the body’s expressive potential. We will engage in exercises focusing on attention, listening, rhythm, and connection to overcome fears and language barriers. In a supportive, judgment-free atmosphere, the participants will learn to let go, embrace vulnerabilities, and connect with others through physical expression.
Teacher: Marika Rocca
Module 2 - 09, 16 & 23/09 - Exploring presence through movement - What makes an actor truly present on stage? How can a performer sustain the audience's interest throughout a performance? These are central questions explored in the Drama Club module 2, which is thoughtfully designed to lay the foundation for a successful theater experience. This module will emphasize self-confidence, trust, and the understanding of the performance space, fellow participants, and their own abilities.
Teacher: Juliana Appel
Module 3 - 30/09, 07 & 14/10 - Setting the Scene: People, Place, Problem - For 3 weeks we will dive deep into one of the “3 P’s of a Scene: People, Place, and Problem”. “People” focuses on character development, status & relationships, and classic character archetypes. “Place” explores spatial awareness, object work, and using the imaginary environment as inspiration. “Problem” emphasizes scene structure, objectives & obstacles, and the journey of conflict resolution.
Teacher: Will Hightower
Module 4 - 21, 28/10 & 04/11 - Scene Study - Let’s dive into scenes from classic and contemporary authors with the concept that “everything you need is in the text.”
We’ll reflect on the themes within the pieces, considering the historical context in which they were written, while exploring each character’s objectives and their relationships. Through dramatic readings, individual and group work, we’ll bring these scenes to life.
Teacher: Ofer Ravid
Module 5 - 11, 18, 25/11, 02 & 09/12 - Devising and presentation - In this module, you will be ready to apply all skills you got from the previous module. We are going to connect text and bodywork and create small scenes to be performed on the last day of the workshop.
Teachers: Juliana Appel and Ofer Ravid
Who Can Join?
The Drama Club is open to all enthusiasts aged 16 and up. Whether you’re a high school student, college student, working professional, or retiree, if you have a passion for drama and a desire to learn, you’re welcome here.
You don’t need to participate in all modules except for Module 5, which requires participation in at least two other modules.
We can’t wait to see you on stage!​
About the teachers
Marika Rocca is trained as a medical clown by the NGO "Veronica Sacchi" (Milan, Italy) and "Humanitarian Clowns" (Melbourne, Australia). As a medical clown she visited hospitals, nursing homes, and centers for people with mental disabilities, as well as undertaking trips to different countries. Marika studied clowning and mime in Milan, under the teaching of Antonio Brugnano, who also uses Jacques Lecoq’s methodology. She holds a bachelor’s degree in fine arts and has over ten years of experience in body language and physical movement. Currently, she is a yoga instructor in Aarhus, focusing on incorporating playfulness into traditional practice.
Juliana Appel is a Brazilian actress and storyteller, with more than 20 years of experience in Art/Drama education. She graduated in Fine Art in 2001 and became a Specialist in Art Education. In 2011 she came to Copenhagen where she trained in physical theatre at the International Commedia School. She is enrolled in the fourth year of education at the Feldenkrais Institute in Vienna. In Aarhus, she co-founded Ludico Theatre and worked there both as an actress and with workshops focusing on body language, especially presence and awareness.
William Hightower is an American performer, director, and teaching artist who has recently relocated to Aarhus. William is a graduate of Arizona State University’s Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts and has 15+ years of experience performing for the stage and screen, teaching acting, directing improvisation, facilitating arts programs, narrating audiobooks, and developing immersive performances for audiences.
Ofer Ravid is an international theatre director, performer, and teacher with experience in Denmark, the USA, Canada, Israel, Argentina, and Switzerland. He blends movement, improvisation, physical theatre, and clowning with traditional techniques. In Denmark, he teaches at Aarhus University, Den Danske Scenekunstskole, Filuren, and Teaterskolen Move’n Act. He holds a Ph.D. in Theatre and Performance Studies and is the founding pedagogical director of Red Nose Academy.
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