Dance, choreography and stage presentation coaching
Monique Duurvoort provides (general) dance and choreography coaching, as well as coaching in stage presentation. This can be done on an individual basis or in groups.
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Dance coaching
In dance coaching, the focus is on developing artistic expression through movement. This is reinforced at the same time by working on various dance-technical aspects.
Choreography coaching
In choreography coaching, the participant works on their own piece. In various ways, they are encouraged to reflect on what they want to communicate through their own work, and to gain clarity about the exact intention of the piece. By attending rehearsals and making and analysing video recordings, the choreographic and dramaturgical development of the piece is followed, and thought is given together to how the piece can best be presented.
Stage presentation coaching
In stage presentation coaching, the focus is on becoming aware of one’s own physical presence on stage, making use of the space on stage, (whether or not) making contact with the audience, having conversations about exactly what one wants or hopes to convey to the audience, and much more.
Costs
The cost of individual coaching starts at €120 per hour, excluding travel time, travel expenses, studio rental and (if applicable) accommodation. For more information about the possibilities for group coaching or other matters, please get in touch via the contact form, mentioning ‘coaching’.
Classes & workshops in academic dance technique
Regardless of which style you work in, academic dance technique (with classical ballet at its foundation) can give you as a dancer an extra solid base for delivering a convincing performance, both technically and artistically.
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Nowadays, dancers are generally expected to have a solid knowledge of academic dance technique, which is founded on classical ballet technique.
That is why Monique Duurvoort occasionally organises classes and/or workshops in classical ballet / academic dance technique.
Content
The classes consist of a barre and centre section. Work is done on dance-technical elements such as placement, balance, strength and flexibility, with dance technique geared towards musicality and sense of rhythm. Attention is given to how all these elements can be applied when learning and performing dance combinations. What makes dance as a ‘form’ specific, and what does that do to the expressive power of the movements you are performing?
Aim
Gaining insight and experience in how you can use and apply classical ballet / academic dance technique to develop and strengthen your personal artistic expression. The better you master classical ballet / academic dance technique, the more purposefully you can use it to express yourself.
Who is it for?
- Students in the final 2 years of a professional dance training programme (secondary or higher vocational level)
- Young dance professionals
- Dancers from the advanced amateur circuit
- Dancers looking to deepen their artistic practice
- Dancers who want to present their performance with more confidence
Keep an eye on this website to see when the next series of classes and/or workshops begins.
General terms and conditions for classes, workshops, masterclasses & coaching by Monique Duurvoort | MDDance.
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Participation in classes, workshops, masterclasses and/or coaching (individual and group) organised by Monique Duurvoort | MDDance is entirely at your own risk.
Injuries and/or other physical complaints must be reported to Monique Duurvoort | MDDance (and, if applicable, to an external teacher) prior to each class, workshop and/or masterclass. Monique Duurvoort | MDDance (and, if applicable, an external teacher) is/are not liable for:
- accidents/injuries before, during and/or after a class, workshop, masterclass, coaching session and (if applicable) presentation;
- theft, loss of, and/or damage to personal belongings.
Taking photos and/or videos for personal use is permitted. However, publishing photo and/or video material on the internet (social media sites, websites, etc.) and/or other media is only permitted in consultation with the other participants of a class, workshop and/or masterclass, Monique Duurvoort | MDDance, and (if applicable) external teachers.
In the event of illness of Monique Duurvoort, a substitute teacher will be arranged. If this is not possible, an alternative date and time for the class, workshop, masterclass and/or coaching session will be sought in consultation with the participants.
In the event of cancellation of a class, workshop, masterclass or coaching session due to force majeure (e.g. weather conditions), every effort will be made to schedule an alternative date and time for the class, workshop, masterclass and/or coaching session in consultation with the participants.
- Sharp objects may not be used on any studio floor (due to possible damage to the ballet floor).
- Eating is not permitted on any studio floor.
- Bring drinks in a bottle or water flask.
- Studios, changing rooms and other spaces used must be left tidy.
If a participant cancels less than 24 hours before a class, workshop, masterclass and/or coaching session, the applicable costs remain payable. These costs cannot be refunded.
In the event of early termination/cancellation by participants, the applicable class, workshop, masterclass and/or coaching costs remain payable. These costs cannot be refunded.