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> go plastic STUDIO LAB #1 1

To close out the year and as a final highlight before the holiday break, there will be another go plastic STUDIO LAB from December 9th to 15th, 2024, at TENZA. Each edition of this format invites various artists to share their insights and inspirations. The goal is to foster artistic networking, exchange, and engage in collaborative practice and research within these labs.

The eleventh edition also marks our year-end celebration, with time dedicated to training, experimenting, reflecting, and being together. This edition features exciting collaborations with TanzNetzDresden, the KEEP UP format, and HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts. From December 9th to 15th, there will be a daily program at TENZA. Highlights include workshops with artists Fabrice Mazliah (Frankfurt/Basel) and Huy Duc Dong (KleinParis Leipzig), an introductory Audio Description workshop with Swantje Henke (Berlin), and an intensive workshop organized by TNDD with Suka Horn (Leipzig).

On Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, company training with Cindy Hammer and Susan Schubert will be held in collaboration with TanzNetzDresden from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., and on Wednesday, a yoga session with Luise Knofe from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Thursday morning will feature a shorter, free warm-up class with Susan Schubert. Plus, look forward to another Eat&Greet lunch!

A format organized by the go plastic company, originally supported by Bureau Ritter / TANZPAKT RECONNECT, funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media as part of the NEUSTART KULTUR Hilfsprogramm Tanz initiative. Supported by the institutional funding of the City of Dresden and the project funding of the Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony. This measure is co-financed by tax funds on the basis of the budget approved by the Saxon State Parliament.

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Information & registration

Participation in the workshops is available only by registering via email at info@goplasticcompagnie.de
Please note the following information and conditions: Workshop with Fabrice Mazliah (Single-session drop-in, only available on the first day): 25 Euro. For booking both sessions: 40 Euro.
Workshop with Huy Klein Paris (Single-session drop-in, only available on the first day): 15 Euro. For booking both sessions: 40 Euro.
The introductory Audio Description workshop with Swantje Henke is free of charge, thanks to a collaboration with HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts.
Please register for the intensive workshop with Suka Horn at the email address: profitraining.tndd@gmail.com. Conditions: Single workshop for TNDD members: 25 Euro / 35 Euro for non-members; Both days for TNDD members: 40 Euro / 60 Euro for non-members
Participation in the Compagnie / TNDD professional training costs 6 Euro per session for TNDD members and 9 Euro per session for non-TNDD members.
The yoga class with Luise Knofe costs 10 Euro.
You will receive further information on registration and requirements via email after registration.
You can follow live information about our events and activities at any time via our Telegram channel: https://t.me/goplasticcompany

Our guests for the eleventh go plastic studio LAB #11 are:

Fabrice Mazliah

Fabrice Mazliah is a choreographer and performer based in Frankfurt and Basel. His work investigates embodied knowledge and the cultural heritage within dance, with a particular interest in the relationship between the body, environment, and objects. He frequently combines movement and language to develop new forms of narration and poetry.

Impulse at go plastic STUDIO LAB:
»Workshop: Interconnectedness«
Monday, December 9; from 12 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, December 10; from 12 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

In this workshop, we will explore a series of physical exercises and practical approaches developed from my choreographic practice. Participants are invited to discover movement as it emerges from our senses, with a particular focus on listening. We will explore how different approaches, bodies, and ideas can coexist and intertwine in dialogue. At the heart of the workshop is the ability to connect with and learn from each other—aiming to cultivate a sense of interconnectedness.
The workshop is offered at an professional / advanced Level. Drop-ins are only possible on the first day (Monday, December 9th), as the concepts build on each other. Please bring something to write with.

Level: advanced/professional
Language: English

Huy Duc Dong

Huy Duc Dong is a passionate movement artist, dance instructor, and lifelong learner based in Leipzig. His love for dance began later in life when he discovered “Popping” at age 16 – his first discipline within dance culture. Over the past few years, he has deepened his passion for the dance style “Waving,” finding in it not only his artistic voice but also deeper insights about himself. Thanks to the support of his mentors, JayBadu, Jesse Sykes, and currently Slim Boogie, his understanding of the human experience – the body, emotions, and relationship to music – continues to expand. Through their influence, Huy has developed a clear mission: to show others that living authentically and following one’s passions can lead to a truly fulfilling life. People themselves are Huy’s greatest source of inspiration, as he continually discovers and understands new things through shared experiences. For him, learning is an endless journey into the world of art and humanity. To pass on his mission, he teaches not only private students of all ages but also regularly at “Heizhaus” in Leipzig. With his crew “kleinParis,” he is committed to fostering new talent to strengthen the dance scene in central Germany (Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia) and to help people discover themselves and their own dance style.

Impulse at go plastic STUDIO LAB:
WAVING-Workshop »SURRENDER YOURSELF«
Tuesday, December 10; from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11; from 3 – 5:30 p.m.

Dive into the question of who leads whom in dance: Are we the ones giving meaning to music, or does music make us come alive? In this workshop, we will delve into this intriguing question and seek answers together. These insights will help us unlock new movement potential that often lies dormant within us. The focus will be on the dance style “Waving,” but we’ll also leave room to push boundaries and explore new territories. Together, we will engage with Huy’s philosophy, which emphasizes the importance of getting to know yourself – physically and emotionally – before truly discovering dance. Experience a workshop where we explore the mind, body, and heart as one. When “mind, body, and soul” are in harmony, movement becomes authentically tangible – not only in dance but in everyday life as well.

The workshop is offered at an open level. Drop-ins are only possible on the first day (Tuesday, December 10th), as the concepts build on each other. Please bring something to write with.

Level: open level
Language: German & English

Swantje Henke

Swantje Henke is an actress and audio describer for theater, dance, and film. She made her stage debut at the Berliner Ensemble, working with directors such as Einar Schleef, Christoph Schlingensief, and Werner Schroeter. Later, she became a member of the Burgtheater in Vienna, where she collaborated with Einar Schleef once again. As a freelance actress, Henke has performed at renowned venues including the Schaubühne Berlin, Deutsches Theater Berlin, Hebbel am Ufer, and the Sophiensaele. In 2020, she discovered audio description through a workshop with Jess Curtis (Gravity Access Services). Since then, she has worked as an audio describer for organizations such as HAU Berlin, Theater der Jungen Welt Leipzig, Radialsystem, Tanzhaus NRW, Berliner Ensemble, Schaubühne Berlin, and Theater an der Parkaue.

Impulse at go plastic STUDIO LAB:
Audio-Description Introduction-Workshop
Wednesday, December 12; from 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

In this introductory workshop on audio description (AD), the focus will primarily be on gaining an overview of the different AD methods. What is the difference between a free-form AD and a scripted AD? What is essential for self-description or the description of characters? What should be included in an introduction, and how can a tactile tour be designed? We will address these and other questions, and through exercises, we’ll have the chance to try out some of these concepts ourselves.

Level: open level
Language: German

Šuka Horn

Šuka Horn was born and raised in Germany, where he began training in breakdance at the age of 12. During his dance studies at Codarts University in Rotterdam, he completed an internship with “18 monkey dance theatre” in Bangkok. After graduating, he worked with R.O.P.A. in Spain and created a solo piece with the support of Dansateliers Rotterdam. In 2020, Šuka relocated to Athens to join Dimitris Papaioannou’s production “Transverse Orientation”, which led to the creation of “INK”. After finishing a four year long world tour with those productions and his workshops he decided to move to Leipzig and focus on developing his research and teaching. Šukas “Upside Down Inside Out” workshops have been taught in Universities, Companies, Festivals and Studios in 18 different countries.

Impulse at go plastic STUDIO LAB:
Workshop »Upside Down Inside Out«
Saturday, December 14; from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sunday, December 15; from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The workshop aims to inspire the participants to move with playful joy and a sense of harmony. Together with some basic knowledge about the body, these qualities allow us to safely develop skills and expand personal abilities. A part of Šuka’s ongoing quest is to simultaneously develop both external and internal qualities and to learn how to combine a love for raw physical challenges with an interest in mindful and efficient movement. The workshop will explore both floor work and standing movement, influenced by Šuka’s training in contemporary dance, acrobatics, and urban dance. We will also explore movement games to bridge the gap between training and real-life situations. Šuka says: “My own curiosity and experience with a variety of approaches to developing the ‘body, heart, and mind’ have influenced the way I move, think, and teach.” If you feel like moving upside down from the inside out, then this is the right workshop for you!

Level: advanced / professional
Language: German / English

Compagnie Training go plastic / Cindy Hammer

Monday, December 9; from 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, December 10; from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Cindy Hammer ‘s training is composed of three parts: a full-body, intensive warm-up; various technical exercises to practice movement sequences; and a section focused on working with improvisation and movement concepts. The training is aimed at professional dancers and advanced practitioners.

Level: advanced / professional
Language: German & English

Compagnie Training go plastic / Susan Schubert

Thursday, December 12; from 9 – 10 a.m. (free warm up class)
Friday, December 13; 10 -11:30 a.m.

Susan Schubert‘s company training is designed to prepare both body and mind for the day. Additionally, Susan incorporates somatic work with improvisation, focusing on spatial, temporal, and bodily awareness.

Level: open level
Language: German & English

Yoga Class with Luise Knofe

Wednesday, December 11; from 10 – 11 a.m.

In this yoga session, we will practice dynamic Vinyasa yoga, emphasizing seamless transitions between asanas in harmony with the breath. This flowing yoga style promotes relaxation and rejuvenation. Luise tailors the practice to meet the specific needs of a dancer’s body, aiming to release tension and address overworked muscles while fostering a sense of calm in the mind.

Level: open level
Language: English

Lunch-Brunch-Q&A with go plastic

Wednesday, December 11; from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

We invite you to a cozy lunch in a festive pre-Christmas atmosphere. Let’s look back together on the year 2024 and (hopefully not too anxiously) glance ahead to 2025. We want to connect with you, chat, laugh, reflect, and, of course, enjoy food and drinks together.

> GOOD BYE 2024 / H ELLO 2025

Dear partners, friends, colleagues and supporters,

The year 2024 is coming to an end and we dare to take a look back at some eventful, full and intense months. The ongoing crises, cutbacks and the difficult cultural policy situation have exhausted, worried and challenged us, but also brought us closer together.

The second half of 2024 was characterized by shared headaches as well as the desire to work together in solidarity.

Our daily activities and active creation give us hope time and again and make it clear how significant and enriching free artistic creation is. Exploring themes together and bringing together different perspectives makes an indispensable contribution to our social interaction.

We would like to highlight some of our 2024 highlights here:

The impressive performances of MELANCHOLIC MARATHON and mind the rage in the beginning of the year in HELLERAU.
DANCE into May as part of Dance Together – a celebration of dance and new collaborations with great participants such as the In Presence Dance Company, minor pole, the Dresden Hepcats and a lot more.
The go plastic STUDIO LABs 2024 at the TENZA and our first 10-day lasting summer intensive with artists like ÄTNA, Yotam Peled, Smadar Goshen, Luise Knofe, Swantje Henke, Dhélé Agbetou, Nam Tran Juan and Fabrice Mazliah.
The ASPHALT APP LABs, which took us to various locations throughout the year – from Halle (Saale) to Leipzig-Grünau, Neukieritzsch, Dresden and Weißwasser.
Our magical POP UP production FIGHT FOR YOUR FAIRYTALE, which we were able to develop with the explore dance network and the artistic profile of the Klotzsche grammar school – an intensive examination of the figure of the witch. The piece will tour to Hamburg and Munich in the new year.

This varied and lively program has always given us hope and shown us how much strength lies in daily work and artistic exchange.

We are now looking forward to the coming year 2025 with mixed feelings of anticipation. We are looking forward to new projects and collaborations, such as Rau(e)Nächte – a moving radio play that we would like to premiere together with LOFFT – DAS THEATER and HELLERAU at Christmas 2025. At the same time, we fear for established formats such as our go plastic STUDIO LAB, which is threatened by the planned cuts.

In these tense times, we want to move closer together, listen to and support each other. Let’s deepen our exchange and tackle the challenges of the new year together.

For now, however, we wish you a Merry Christmas, relaxing holidays and a pleasant New Year.

Happy New Year – we look forward to seeing you again in 2025!

Photos: Stephan Floss

>> FIGHT FOR YOUR FAI RYTALE

Fight for your fairytale is the go plastic company’s new project, which is being realized as a pop-up piece for young audiences as part of explore dance. It is dedicated to the figure of the witch, her changing image, her rich history and far-reaching impact. The focus is on dealing with one’s own and other people’s powers as an identity-forming process, with self-determination and heteronomy. It is a multidisciplinary play that enchants and perhaps heals.

The play contains German language in writing and sound and was created in cooperation with the Gymnasium Klotzsche. The production is suitable for everyone aged 12 and over.

Duration: approx. 40 minutes
Language: German in script and sound

Cast & Crew

Choreography and performance: Cindy Hammer, Mandy Unger (M.over Company)
Costumes and set: Lydia Kluge (SECND_LABEL)
Production: Susan Schubert

Further performances:

29.01.2025 • Heisenberg Gymnasium • Hamburg
30.01.2025 • Goethe school • Hamburg
30.01.2025 • K3 Kampnagel • Hamburg
05.02.& 06.02.2025 • School presentations in Munich

Information

Funding & Partners

Fight for your fairytale (AT) is a production by explore dance – Netzwerk Tanz für junges Publikum. explore dance – Netzwerk Tanz für junges Publikum is a nationwide cooperation project created as part of the TANZPAKT STADT-LAND-BUND funding program (2018 to 2023).

Supported by: fabrik moves Potsdam, Fokus Tanz | Tanz und Schule e.V. Munich, K3 | Tanzplan Hamburg and HELLERAU – European Center for the Arts. Supported by: Funds of the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and the Media as well as by the Ministry of Culture and Media of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg, the Cultural Department of the City of Munich and the Bavarian State Association for Contemporary Dance with funds from the Bavarian State Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs as well as by the City of Potsdam, the Ministry of Science, Research and Culture of the State of Brandenburg, the Saxon State Ministry of Science and the Arts and the City of Dresden.

>>> ASPHALT LABS

We were proud to invite you to several editions of our ASPHALT LAB format in the second half of the year 2024. During the labs we tried out various instructions with the help of our ASPHALTWELTEN APP, which connected us and you with ourself, other people, our body and our environment. Riverbanks became your stage, sidewalks turned into our playground and parks became our individual creative laboratory.

During the labs, we dedicated ourselves to various prompts that moved us through the public space in and around the venues where the labs took place.

A detailed listing of the past ASPHALT LABs will follow now.

ASPHALT LABs in 2024

ASPHALT LAB as part of “Ein ganzer Tag Benefiz” at WUK Theaterquartier Halle
Date: March 23, 2024; 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Meeting point: WUK Theaterquartier, Holzplatz 7a, Halle (Saale)

The lab was led by Cindy Hammer and Susan Schubert and took place in collaboration with the WUK Theaterquartier Halle as part of the event “Ein ganzer Tag Benefiz”. During the workshop, we devoted ourselves to various prompts that moved us through the public space around the WUK Theater Quartier.

ASPHALT LAB as part of the Grünauer Kultursommer 2024
Date: August 15, 2024; 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Meeting point: 2 p.m. at Nebenan, Alte Salzstraße 53, 04209 Leipzig

The lab was led by Momo F. Tanner, Rika Yotsumoto, Cindy Hammer and Susan Schubert and took place with the support of LOFFT – DAS THEATER.

Admission was free für everyone.

ASPHALT LAB with dancers from and in cooperation with the Heinrich Schütz Conservatory Dresden
Date: September 5 to 7, 2024
Meeting point: Kultukraftwerk Mitte, Kraftwerk Mitte 1-32, 01067 Dresden

The lab was led by Joao Pedro De Paula, Esther Schachenmayr, Kirill Berezovsky, Cindy Hammer and Susan Schubert and took place with dancers from and in cooperation with the Heinrich Schütz Conservatory Dresden. During the lab, a performance was be developed that was shown on September 7 as part of the free Kraftwerk Mitte festival.

Public performance date:

Date: September 7; 11 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Location: Wettiner Platz, 01067 Dresden

Admission was free. More information is available here.

ASPHALT LAB at Telux Hafenstube Weißwasser in Weißwasser/Oberlausitz
Date: September 14, 2024
Location: in and around the Telux Hafenstube, Straße der Einheit 20, 02943 Weißwasser/Oberlausitz

During the workshop we dedicated ourselves to various prompts that moved us through the public space around the TELUX area.

The workshop was led by Esther Schachenmayr, Cindy Hammer und Susan Schubert and took place with the support of the Hafenstube TELUX.

Admission was free and open.

ASPHALT LAB in Neukieritzsch
Date: September 30, 2024
Location: Park Arena, Badstraße 6, 04575 Neukieritzsch

During the workshop we dedicated ourselves to various prompts that moved us through the space of the Park Arena Neukieritzsch.

The workshop was led by Susan Schubert and Cindy Hammer and took place as part of the programme of the 19. Saxon Children and Youth dance fest in Neukieritzsch.

Are you an association, a cultural or artistic institution, a social or cultural center and would you like to host an ASPHALT LAB? Then send us a request to info@goplasticcompagnie.de and we’ll see together what would be the best offer for you and your audience.

ASPHALT APP LABS, a project by the go plastic company. Supported by the Cultural Foundation of the Free State of Saxony. This measure is co-financed by tax funds on the basis of the budget approved by the Saxon State Parliament. Funded by the Office for Culture and Monument Protection as part of the institutional funding of the state capital Dresden. With the kind support of TENZA and TanzNetzDresden as well as the partners: LOFFT – DAS THEATER, Grünauer Kultursommer, Heinrich Schütz Konservatorium, Kulturkraftwerk Mitte, Hafenstube TELUX Weißwasser, TanzART Kirschau and JKS Passage.

> ASPHALT WELTEN APP

COME OUT AND PLAY. THE CITY IS YOURS.

What do skyscrapers and cloud formations have in common? Quite simply: what you make of them by yourself. And the ASPHALTWELTEN app opens up just that in lots of playful challenges: new urban worlds in a very private and interactive focus.

Fountains become your stage, walkways your playground and parks turn into your individual creative laboratory.

With your smartphone and the ASPHALTWELTEN app, you can discover how much playground there is in your surroundings and how much creativity you have inside of yourself. Experience how your view of your city changes when you spend time in and with it intensively and without distraction. Let yourself be challenged again and again. Every day.

How the app works

The ASPHALTWELTEN app invites you once a day to a small challenge in public space. By using video, photo, text or speech, you are called to complete a task and document it with one of the tools offered within the app. You don’t need any previous knowledge or skills for this. A smartphone, a lot of curiosity and a little creativity are all you need.