Open Day feat. Improvisational Scores with Jacob Regan and Jen Passios

Welcome to an immersive journey into the world of movement and expression! Join us at The Barefoot Ballroom for a transformative two-hour workshop designed to ignite your creativity and deepen your connection to dance. As the organizers, we extend a warm invitation to all enthusiasts, from seasoned dancers to those taking their first steps onto the dance floor. In this dynamic session, participants will explore the art of improvisation, guided by a series of prompts crafted to sharpen your senses, stimulate memory, and foster accumulation of movement vocabulary. Drawing inspiration from Contact Improvisation and contemporary dance techniques, we'll traverse solo explorations and collaborative group dynamics, cultivating a rich repertoire of improvisational frameworks. Discover the joy of movement as we delve into individual movement preferences and delve into qualitative interests, unlocking the myriad ways we can navigate space, connect with others, and unfold our stories over time. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a curious newcomer, Improvisational Scores welcomes movers of all backgrounds and skill levels. Come as you are, dressed in comfortable, movement-friendly attire, equipped with a water bottle, and a notebook to capture your insights along the way. Join us at The Barefoot Ballroom, where every step is an invitation to explore, create, and connect through the language of dance. We look forward to dancing with you! Agenda: 1pm - open doors/warmup 2-4pm - workshop with Jen&Jacob 4-5pm - relax time with steam room, cold plunge, tea and snacks BIO: Jen Passios is an artist-athlete, wordsmith, and dance educator committed to building agency through improvisation. A transplant to Texas from the Greater Boston Area, Jen has spent the past decade enlivening audiences and activating stages, screens, and sand dunes across the United States. She is currently a second year graduate student at Sam Houston State University and a writer for thINKing Dance. Outside the studio, Jen can be found in the woods as a volunteer pacer for ultramarathons where she helps runners complete races at the 200 mile distance. * Jacob Regan is a movement improviser, contemporary dancer, and dance researcher currently completing his MFA in Dance at Sam Houston State University. His latest research examines the practical utility and aesthetic value of movement improvisation. Outside of dance, Jacob continues his improvisational quest as a Dungeon & Dragons player and DM.