Directed by Ian MAGILTON & Marianne LE TRON.
Courses in the mornings.
Excursions in the afternoon to discover the wild herbs and the magnificent wines of the region.
Hours : 24 h – 9 h – 13 h
Price : 324 €
Open to all
Workshops
The workshops entitled "HUMAN VOICE" are open to all and concentrate on the fundamental elements Roy Hart Theatre voice work:
development of vocal potential.
theatrical and musical improvisations.
individual work in small groups.
breathing and physical exercises to prepare the body to sing.
the art of listening to others and oneself.
seeking the dynamic sources of sounds.
Reduction of 15% on the announced price for students under 30 on presentation of their student card.
25 au 30 Juin 2013Midsummer singingIan MAGILTON & Marianne LE TRONregister
December 6, 2012 By
30 Mars- 1er Avril 2013Human Voice (full)Marianne LE TRON / Ian MAGILTONregister
February 18, 2011 By
2 - 7 Juillet 2013Clown & SongDavid GOLDSWORTHY & Bertil SYLVANDER *register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by David GOLDSWORTHY & Bertil SYLVANDER* (Cie Bataclown)
Hours : 36 h (9h30–12h30 & 14h30-17h30)
Maximum number of participants : 12
Price : 540 €
“Explore the meeting of the clown and song, in the rigorous relationship between the naivety and excentricity
of the clown, and the formal demands of singing”
Come with two songs prepared for this workshop, and the scores.
Daily programme (some variations are possible) :
Morning :
- body and voice warm up leading into collective work of clown and voice improvisation, vocal expression and singing : 1h30
- clown and song training in two separate groups : 1h30
Afternoon
- clown and song training in two separate groups : 1h30
- improvisations (solos, duos etc)around the theme of “the singing clown”! 2hrs
At the end of the workshop – a présentation for an invited audience.
14 - 18 Avril 2013Voice & Clowning (FULL)David GOLDSWORTHY & Vivian GLADWELL* (Cie Bataclown)register
February 18, 2011 By
Directed by David GOLDSWORTHY & Vivian GLADWELL* (Bataclown)
Price : 480 €
Number maximum of participants : 12
This workshop is designed to develop clown improvisation and the vocal skills of the clown actor / improviser The workshop wll be led by professional teachers and artistes – Vivian Gladwell , clown teacher and performer trained byBataclown, clown-analyst, and foiunder of the Nose to Nose clown group in England – David Goldsworthy, actor/singer/improviser and international teacher of creative voice work. A founder member of the Roy Hart Theatre and founder of “Dia Pasôn” In this workshop we invite students to seek, and experiment with, the many possibilitiés of expressions in his voice – characters, emotions, songs, words. and the many sounds which the body can produce. This is a “interactive” workshop where the voice work will enhance the work of the clown, and the clown work will help “free” the voice. Program : – morning physical and vocal warm up – collectiive and individual voice training – clown training and improvisation – daily sessions of improvisation (solos, duos etc) with accentuation on the the integration of voice – presentation of work at the end of the workshop Level needed : the work will be adpated to the level of each student. Beginners with some basic experience are welcome to enrol.
4 – 25 Septembre 2013The Creative Voice International Seminar (Full)K. ANDERSON/A. BIGNAMINI/S. WEINS/S. VOLLMAIER*register
November 7, 2010 By
The Creative Voice International Seminar 4 – 25 September 2013
Directed by Kaya Anderson with Albino Bignamini, Ivan Midderigh, Susanne Weins & Saso Vollmaeir * (musician)
In this three week workshop, open to 14 people, we will work on the voice in characters and scenes, both humourous and dramatic, from Shakespeare ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and other authors, in song, arias, poetry, stories and language. Please bring a chosen song and text learned by heart. The lessons include exercises and explorations of the voice, body, and breathing. These are based on the experience of many years of research, teaching, performing and directing in the Roy Hart Theatre and on techniques found in Yoga, Tai Chi, Chi Gong and other vocal and physical disciplines that aim to increase your capacity to achieve relaxation and tonicity, which are vital elements in singing, speaking, and reciting. The work includes individual and group lessons, improvisations with encouragement to develop these towards interpretation or to simply continue exploring. We will also do ensemble work on extracts from a play by Shakespeare and sing polyphonic songs of different countries. In addition there will be evenings of singing and presentation of work in progress, listening to audio/visual recordings and discussion of relevant experiences. This workshop is for you if you wish to improve and discover a wider range and more expressive voice in speaking and singing which you can use to enhance your all-round capacity to communicate and enjoy transforming and regenerating your voice, mind, and body.
Please send a C.V. and a photo with your application addressed to : Kaya Anderson, Roy Hart Theatre, Château de Malerargues, 30140 Thoiras. Tel ÷ 33 (0) 4 66 85 28 91
THE TEACHERS :
Kaya Anderson is an actress, singer, teacher, and Founding Member of the Roy Hart Theatre, beginning her work with Alfred Wolfsohn and Roy Hart (his successor) in 1956. Kaya aims to link vocal expression in singing and speaking to greater awareness of the need for art in voice and human relations. Kaya has been teaching and performing in Europe, especially in England, Italy, Ireland and France since 1968. She has refined her teaching method both with the Roy Hart Theatre and with other important musical, theatrical, Chi Gong and dance disciplines. She speaks four languages fluently: English, French, Italian, German and some Spanish. Ivan Midderigh is an actor, singer, voice teacher and Founding Member of the Roy Hart Theatre. He has travelled extensively, teaching and lecturing. In 1986 Ivan went to work in the United States where he trained in Active Communicating, a theatre-based methodology and training programme for the corporate world presently run by the company Corporate Scenes. As a senior facilitator, Ivan has led seminars with wit and style for major international companies. He was President of the Centre Artistique International Roy Hart during 5 years.
Albino Bignamini is a playwright, actor, singer, director and Roy Hart Teacher. He is the founder of Pandemonium Theatre, and performs extensively in Italian theatres, festivals and educational centres. As an actor Albino has worked with Giovanni Moretti, Gigi Dall’Aglio, Gigi Gherzi and Marco Balliani. He has trained with G. Locatelli, Kaya Anderson (with whom he has created and toured the music-play « Voci d’Albero ») and J. Stanzak, and he has studied creative writing with Marco Balliani.
Price: 1500 euros (includes teaching fees and accommodation in Malérargues, but not food.) The workshop deposit for ensuring your place is 300 euros. For more information contact the Centre office (Béatrice) at : e-mail or Kaya at: tel (+ 33) 466 85 28 91 CENTRE ARTISTIQUE INTERNATIONAL ROY HART Château de Malérargues 30140 THOIRAS France Tel (00 33) 466 854 598 e-mail
9 - 13 Juillet 2013Applying Extended Voice to Jazz & Improvisation (cancel)Susanne WEINS & Anne HARTKAMP*register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Susanne WEINS & Anna HARTKAMP * (Jazz singer – www.annehartkamp.de)
30 Hours (10 h-13 h & 15h -18h)
Price : 450 € - Maximum number of participants : 12
Course language : English
Wildness & Tameness / Applying Extended Voice to Jazz and Improvisation Song interpretation means also freeing the material from any kind of preconceived standards. How to find a deep way towards your own interpretation will be the focus of this workshop, using both words and music as gateways towards your personal style of exploring the material, and including variation and improvisation. We would like to find out how far wildness and tameness of your voice – and IN your voice – will produce a very personal and special version. Besides physical preparation – especially for breath and sound – , daily work will comprise phrasing/rhythm, improvisational exercises and games, presence and performance. There will be guided periods of teaching to research your vocal possibilities and free improvisational sessions. We will delve into the wild ways of the voice as well as tameness, bringing with it shape and form and finally integrate both sides. Susanne and Anne will suggest a selection of jazz-related songs to work on, but you are welcome to bring your own (please get in touch with us beforehand). *Jazz singer Anne Hartkamp has been in close touch with the Roy Hart Theatre work for 15 years, since her participation in her first seminars with Paul & Clara Silber. She is one of the better known singers on the German jazz scene with a number of CDs to her name, including some as a composer and band leader. Apart from her intense song interpretations, her trademark is a playful, instrumental and improvisational approach to the voice. For more infos, listening samples and videos, please visit http://www.annehartkamp.de
30 Sept / 26 Oct 2013 4 Week Vocal Intensive (Full)Carol MENDELSOHN/Saule RYAN/David GOLDSWORTHY/Walli HOEFINGER/Christiane HOMMELSHEINregister
November 7, 2010 By
Directed by Carol Mendelsohn with Saule Ryan, David Goldsworthy, Walli Hoefinger & Christiane Hommelshein.
This is a comprehensive programme of individual and group vocal training for those students who have already gained some experience in Roy Hart voice work or in other related fields. Students will be able to enjoy the process of developing the full expressive range of their voice. From exploration of archetypal sound to the theatrical expressions of texts (Shakespeare, poetry, etc.) and the imaginative interpretation of songs, each person will discover his/her unique vocal potential. In this workshop we will emphasize the profound connections between body, breath and vocal expression. The essential elements of the programme are: – Voice and body warm-ups – Individual and group voice lessons – Group improvisation with sound, text and music – Interpretation of song and text The course will begin Monday, September 30th at 10:00 a.m. and ends Friday, October 26 at 1.00 pm. Thank you to send by mail a short CV + photo with a cover letter in addition to the registration form. For more information : e-mail
Price : 1650 € (with lodging not food).
4 - 14 Juillet 2013Myth & Theatre Festival (Pantheatre) (Full)Linda Wise & Enrique PARDOregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Linda WISE & Enrique PARDO with the others teachers RHT.
70 Hours
Price : 850 €
Maximum number of participants: 20
“SPIRIT(s)”
The 2013 theme will be dedicated to SPRIT(s) plural.
Voice Performance and Choreographic Theatre. Selection on CV & letter of motivation.
More info / registration : www.pantheatre.com
19 - 21 Avril 2013Qi Qong & Voix (annulé)Agnes DUMOUCHELregister
February 18, 2011 By
Réservé aux francophones
Dirigé par Agnès DUMOUCHEL
Durée : 15h Prix : 203 €
Nombre de participants : 8
Du vendredi 15h au dimanche 13h.
HORAIRES : Vendredi : 15h-19h – Samedi : 9h-12h & 13h30-17h30 (Soirée Conte le samedi à 20h par Agnès Dumouchel) – Dimanche : 9h-13h
Pour ceux qui souhaitent explorer les racines de la voix parlée en lien avec la posture du corps, la reprise du souffle et l’imaginaire. Mouvements du Qi Qong et exploration ludique du matériel vocal depuis le souffle jusqu’à la prise de parole. Travail individuel et collectif.
16 - 21 Juillet 2013The Music of poetry (cancel)Carol MENDELSOHN & Laila SKOVMANDregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Carol MENDELSOHN & Laila SKOVMAND
30 Hours (10h00 – 13h00 & 15h00 – 17h00)
Price : 450 €
Maximum number of participants : 12.
The words of a poem contain still unwritten music. Together we will search for the hidden music and through this process you will create your own music piece for these words. We will work with the bridge between speaking and singing through playing with the text physically and vocally. Then we will explore the rhythm, expression and colours of the words and put them in a musical context. In the mornings we will have a physical and vocal warmup followed by Roy Hart voice work in 2 groups. In the afternoons we work in an atelier/exploratory group session. When you register for the workshop you will receive a poem that you should learn by heart. This will be in English. You can write to us if this is a problem or for any other information that you need. Level : Intermediary.
More info : e-mail or e-mail
23 - 27 Avril 2013Human voiceCarol MENDELSOHN & Véronique CAUDALregister
February 18, 2011 By
16 - 21 Juillet 2013Intensive Voice Seminar (Full)Ulrik BARFOD, Saule RYAN, Walli HOEFINGERregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Ulrik BARFOD with Saule RYAN, Walli HOEFINGER
Hours : 36 h (9h30-13h & 14h30- 16h30 (16-18-20 July) 9h30-13h & 14h30 – 17h30 (17-19-21 July)
Price : 540 €
Maximum number of participants : 14
The themes of ‘Human voices’ (singing, improvising, speaking) will be explored and deepened. Special emphasis on individual work and voice-movement interactions, the body becoming a dynamic source of sounds and movements expression. Each participant will experience individual work with 3 teachers. Please bring a text and/or a song learnt by heart. Presentation at the end of workshop.
16 - 21 Juillet 2013Voix & ContesAgnès DUMOUCHEL & Marianne LE TRONregister
February 17, 2011 By
Dirigé par Agnès DUMOUCHEL & Marianne LE TRON STAGE EN FRANCAIS
Durée 36 h (13 h – 20 h)
Prix : 540 €
Nombre maximum de participants : 12
Thèmes 2013 : Les Esprits de la Terre : lutins, gnomes, farfadets, servan, domovoï et autres petits êtres de la nature. Ce stage s’adresse à des conteurs amateurs ou professionnels qui désirent travailler la voix, la symbolique et la mise en scène du conte. Stage en français. Objectif : réaliser un travail individuel approfondi sur la voix et les gestes du conteur, la narration et la mise en scène du conte. Pré-requis : venez avec un ou plusieurs contes de 6 à 10 min, dont vous aurez mémorisé la trame. Thématique : Les lutins et autres esprits du Petit Peuple, gardiens des plus intimes secrets de la Terre dont ils ont surgi. Ils portent des myriades de noms et habitent tous les lieux ! Cette thématique est assez large pour offrir un vaste choix. Elle est indicative et n’est pas obligatoire si un autre conte vous tient à cœur. Deux événements hors les murs, inclus dans le prix du stage : – Visite du Centre Méditerranéen de Littérature Orale (jour et horaires vous seront précisés en début de stage) à Alès, où vous découvrirez en compagnie de Marc Aubaret les richesses du catalogue et des collections audio et vidéo. www.euroconte.org – La Nuit du Conte à Thoiras, le 20 juillet : – De 18 h à 20 h : vous serez les conteurs de la scène ouverte qui ouvrira la Nuit. – De 20 h à l’aube : vous serez invités à poursuivre cette Nuit où cours de laquelle se produiront une palette de conteuses et conteurs accompagnés de musiciens. Le vaillant petit train à vapeur des Cévennes vous transportera d’une scène à l’autre en pleine nature. Petit déjeuner à la gare de Thoiras au lever du jour. http://nuitdescontes.free.fr/infos17.htm Pour plus de renseignements, vous pouvez contacter : e-mail ou e-mail www.nuit-des-contes.com pour les informations spécifiques sur la Nuit du Conte.
16 - 21 Juillet 2013Human Voice (Full)Flavio POLIZZY & Renata ROAGNAregister
February 17, 2011 By
23 - 28 Juillet 2013Voice – Dance – SpaceEdda HEEG / Rosemarie ANTON *register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Edda HEEG & Rosemarie ANTON * (Dancer/ Germany – www.dansexpressie.net)
30 Hours (10h–13h & 18h–20h)
(10h-13h & 15h-17h) (28 July)
Price : 450 €
Maximum number of participants : 12.
In this workshop we aim to explore each individual’s creative space through voice and dance, following the thread of emotions and images and giving them expression. We will work in studios, with time for individual work, and also outside, using inspiration from the countryside around. How are voice and movement affected by nature and the elements – for example down by the river, by the light of the sunset, or in an ancient chapel? And how can we best integrate these influences in our own creativity? When we work out of doors, we may have different working hours. Open to all.
19 - 24 Mai 2013BreathIan MAGILTON & Marianne LE TRONregister
February 18, 2011 By
23 - 28 Juillet 2013Soul (Full)Ian MAGILTONregister
December 11, 2012 By
Directed by Ian MAGILTON
Hours : 24 h (9h00 – 13h00)
Price : 360 €
Advanced & Intermediary level
Go looking for soul anywhere, from Aretha Franklin to James Hillman. More info : e-mail
23 - 28 Juillet 2013Ways to the Voice (Full)Ralf PETERSregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Ralf PETERS
Durée 24 h (9h – 13h)
Prix : 360 €
Nombre maximum de participants : 12.
Every voice has its own history, its unmistakable sound and its special energy. In this workshop I invite you to hear, to experience and to express more of your own voicescape. What happens, when we follow the paths, that my voice shows me? We will explore our voices, discover new sounds, listen to well known parts in a new way. We will try out different ways towards the voice: with body, with emotional situations, through listening to my own and to other voices. Beside the exercises in the group there will be an intensive individual work. The workshop is open to everybody, with or without experience in the “Roy Hart work.”
11 - 15 Juin 2013Voix et relation d’aideMarianne LE TRONregister
February 18, 2011 By
30 Juillet - 4 Août 2013Human Voice (Full)Kaya ANDERSON & Pascale BENregister
February 17, 2011 By
30 Juillet - 4 Août 2013Singing Acting : The art of interpretationLinda WISE/Izidor LEITINGER*/Saso VOLLMAIER *register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Linda WISE with Izidor LEITINGER* & Saso VOLLMAIER* (musicians)
Hours : 39 h (9h30 – 13h00 & 14h30 – 17h30)
Price : 585 €
Advanced level.
A dialogue between singer, musicians, composer and director. How to incorporate and give value to Roy Hart extended voice registers in musical improvisation and song interpretation.To apply, please send a CV and a letter of motivation. For seven years, Linda, Saso & Izidor have shared a corpus of work including vocal improvisation, song interpretation and the artistic and musical direction of three performances and several concerts. They have worked together in Paris, New York, Norway and Chili, in both workshops and productions. This is the first time that they offer this research in Malérargues. For more information : www.pantheatre.com
30 Juillet - 4 Août 2013A journey through your voiceMarianne LE TRON & Véronique CAUDALregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Marianne LE TRON & Véronique CAUDAL
Hours : 36 h (9h30 – 12h30 & 14h30 – 17h30)
Price : 540 €
Number maximum of participants : 12
The themes covered by the human voice workshops (the connection between voice and body, development of your vocal potential, breathing, improvisation) will be explored and developed, and you will be encouraged to delve deeper into your creative abilities. Using a variety of means, like songs, extracts from tunes, rhythms, vocal qualities, corporal movements, words, sentences… allow your inner potential to come forth and to express itself. Come and create your own music both fo feel a greater closeness with your self and to feed the collective creative process. Open to all.
6 - 10 Août 2013Creative Voice (Full)Marianne LE TRON & David GOLDSWORTHYregister
December 11, 2012 By
Directed by Marianne LE TRON & David GOLDSWORTHY
Hours : 30 h (9h30 – 12h30 & 14h30 – 17h30)
Prix : 450 €
The «Creative Voice» is a « voice, breath and body workshop », a laboratory for the exploration of the multiple facts of the voice and the developping of vocal expression Vocal training in small groups, individual and group work on songs, texts, and improvisations. Come with a song and a short text. Keen beginners are welcome!
6 - 11 Août 2013Sound PlayKevin CRAWFORD & Caroline BOERSMA*register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Kevin CRAWFORD & Caroline BOERSMA * (musicienne)
36 Hours (9h -13h & 14h30-16h30)
Price : 540 €
Maximum number of participants : 12.
Voice and Cello play together. Two instruments that dialogue, listen, contrast, amplify. Texts and musical themes interlace, creating an aural tapestry, a mottled soundscape. Participants will learn some choral pieces during the week, and bring a short text suitable for this soundplay. The workshop will alternate moments of collective training with small-group and individual exploration. Prior musical knowledge is not a requisite. Workshop open to all.
6 - 11 Août 2013From the human voice to singing (Full)Renata ROAGNA & Esther KNAPPEregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Renata ROAGNA, Esther KNAPPE
33 Hours (9h30-13 h & 14h30-16h30)
Price : 495 €
Maximum number of participants : 12
An intensive course to discover the freedom, range and expressive potential of your singing voice. Mornings: we will work on the basic elements of THE HUMAN VOICE, with a particular focus on the relationship between voice and movement. We will learn some world music songs for one or several voices in the late morning. Afternoons: Exploration and improvisation using different vocal imagery. Interpretation of songs: work on the text, the vocal line, space, emotion, silence …… Open to all.
13 - 18 Août 2013Acting SingingIan MAGILTON/Nuria INGLADA/Orly ASODY*register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Ian MAGILTON & Nuria INGLADA & Orly ASODY*
30 Hours (10h–13h & 15h–17h)
Price : 450 €
Maximum number of participants : 12
Level Intermediary & Advance Work on bringing the emotional engagement of acting to singing – and the structural beauty of music to acting. To be totally in an emotion yet know that it is not controlling you. Mornings : Warm-ups to open the body and self-observation, singing lessons connecting to true voices and moments. Afternoons : Atelier work with these ‘moments’, trying to give them artistic shape.
For a more information : e-mail
13 - 18 Août 2013Human Voice (Full)Flavio POLIZZY & Renata ROAGNAregister
December 11, 2012 By
13 - 18 Août 2013The moments in a performing situationUlrik BARFODregister
December 11, 2012 By
Directed by Ulrik BARFOD
(9h-13h & 15h-17h) – Hours : 36 h
Price : 540 €
Number maximum of participants : 10.
Trust your instincts and stay in the moment by exploring the freedom of entering into a performance situation without a structure. Come with your ideas : images, sounds, sensations, movements, as starting points.
20 - 25 Août 2013Giving voice to the body and body to the voiceLaurent STEPHAN/Walli HOEFINGER/Nuria INGLADAregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Laurent STEPHAN, Walli HOEFINGER & Nuria INGLADA
36 Hours (9h30-12h30 & 14h30-16h30)
Price : 540 €
Maximum number of participants : 14
Open to all. An intensive experimental workshop : 36 hours in 6 days of group and individual work, with emphasis on the relationship of body, movement and voice. Exploring what moves us, our voices and our bodies with some teachers from the « new generation » Roy Hart Teachers. This workshop will include bodywork, improvisations, text and singing work.
20 - 25 Août 2013Human voiceCarol MENDELSOHN & Saule RYANregister
February 17, 2011 By
20 - 25 Août 2013Your own voice – Your own music (Full)Ian MAGILTON & Christiane HOMMELSHEIMregister
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Ian MAGILTON & Christiane HOMMELSHEIM
30 Hours (10h–13h/15 h-17h)
Price : 450 €
Let your voice lead you to your music! In this workshop we will focus on connecting to who we are, to our soul, through the voice, and creating our own music. From the rich inner world, that everybody has within themselves we will explore and experiment with different ways of expression and musical form, trusting our intuitive competence, beyond virtuosity and style. Prior musical training is not required! You will have the opportunity to explore what “music” means within your voice, and how to allow your own music to emerge.
The workshop will include physical and vocal preparation, individual lessons and group improvisation. We will move into new territory of our voices beyond the areas that we habitually use, and enjoy the pleasure of singing together!
27 Août - 1er Sept 2013Human voicePascale BEN-Laurent STEPHAN-Olivier PHILIPPSON*register
December 11, 2012 By
3 - 8 Septembre 2013Your own voice on the threshold to musicWalli HOEFINGER & Christiane HOMMELSHEIM register
February 17, 2011 By
Directed by Christiane HOMMELSHEIM & Walli HOEFINGER
Hours : 36 h (10h– 13h & 15h – 18h)
Price : 540 €
Maximum number of participants : 14
Open to all. In this workshop we will focus on recapturing “music”, out of the hands of the specialists of form and culture, trusting your intuitive competence in music, making it your own, finding your own sense of music, beyond virtuosity and style. You will have the opportunity to explore what “music” means within your voice, and how to allow your own music to emerge. The workshop will include deep physical and vocal preparation, individual lessons and group improvisation, where we will play with the connection of voice and body and voice and perception. We will move into new territory of our voices beyond the areas that we are habitually using, and enjoy the pleasure of singing together!
22 - 27 Octobre 2013Voice ResearchKAYA ANDERSONregister
December 6, 2012 By
Directed by Kaya ANDERSON with another RH teacher This research on voice will be a continuation of your experience in other RHT workshops. The small number of participants allows a lot of individual attention and the group work will give new perspective of your voice and gesture expression within a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Bring your personnal project of songs/characters/text learned by heart (plus the scores). 9 h 30 – 12 h 30 & 3 h 30 – 5 h 30 Participants : 6 Price : 405 €