New York - The Actor's Journey: Mask Work for Spiritual Embodiment and Character Connection
A Transformative 3-Day Workshop with Dr. Budi Miller
Unlock deeper layers of your craft by merging spiritual practice with performance technique. This intimate 20-hour training offers actors a unique opportunity to work with a collection of specially crafted healing masks, designed to empower and transform both your character development and personal journey.
Through a combination of Balinese taksu traditions, energy awareness, and embodied movement practices, this workshop guides participants in exploring their spiritual connection to performance. Whether you're new to mask work or have prior experience, you’ll gain tools for profound transformation and creative empowerment.
Core Workshop Elements:
Sacred Space Creation: Learn to cultivate and protect a space where healing and performance energies can be channeled safely and powerfully.
Mask as Gateway: Work with Dr. Budi's personal collection of healing masks, each designed for personal empowerment and character transformation.
Energy Awareness: Build sensitivity to the subtle energies that inform character work and enhance your presence in performance.
Spiritual-Physical Integration: Explore specialized mask techniques to bridge spiritual awareness and physical embodiment in your craft.
The Energetic Connection:
Balinese Taksu Mask Activation: Discover how to channel the profound creative force of taksu masks to elevate your character work.
Energetic Luminousness: Learn to attune to energies beyond yourself while maintaining authenticity in character and performance.
Movement Practice: Engage in movement exercises that align your physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects in performance.
Why This Workshop Matters:
This workshop is a rare opportunity to explore how ancient mask traditions intersect with contemporary actor training. The masks serve as a bridge to the unseen world, guiding actors to a deeper spiritual connection while fostering emotional and professional growth.
Logistical Details:
Dates: April 11-13, 2025
Location: TBC
Schedule:
Friday, April 11: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, April 12: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, April 13: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Cost: $600 USD
Limited Availability: Only 18 spots to ensure personalized attention and a focused environment for every participant.
Prerequisite: Previous mask work experience is not required, but participants should be committed to exploring the intersection of spiritual practice and performance craft.
For any questions or additional information, please contact us at budi@theatreofothers.com