The Players Workshop

My plan was to disarm time. Yes, of course, that would be impossible in itself. But there existed different methods to attempt. It would be simple and definitive.

Yoann Bourgeois

The Players’ Workshop is a nomadic research space questioning living art and it forms the basis of Bourgeois’ artistic approach, serving the development of his activities. Yoann Bourgeois designed it to assemble a group of artists from different fields with a simple directive to “play with one another.” It establishes a research site and clarifies a singular relationship with performing arts.

Using games and trampolines, the collective approach of the workshop helps encourage the development of concrete tools to increase attention and encourage structured thought around the concept of being present.

The vertigo games attempt to break down for an instant the perception of stability, projecting upon lucid consciousness as a sort of sensual panic. The simulation games push one to become another. Delving deeper, participants will explore possible links between the two game categories. The method reflects the conditions necessary for play: free, separate, uncertain, unproductive and regulated actions.

The Players’ Workshop welcomes everyone, amateurs or professionals.

SCHEDULE

* Schedule subject to change

INFO & ENROLLMENTS

• AGE REQUIREMENT:
  • 18 year-old and older

• TUITION FEE:
  • €665.00 all-inclusive (classes, room, board, and round trip shuttle bus).
  • Orsolina28 Art Foundation will offer a scholarship to one of the participants, based on artistic talent and economic needs.

• DEADLINE (last day for registrations):
  • October 15, at 11:59 p.m. CET

• SHUTTLE BUS (about 30 min ride, depending on traffic):
  • On Thursday, October 16, the O28 shuttle bus will leave from Asti train station at 3:15 pm;
  • On Monday, October 19, the O28 shuttle bus will leave Orsolina28 at 3:00 pm for Asti train station.

• CANCELLATION POLICY:
  • In case of cancellation before September 25, 90% refund;
  • In case of cancellation between September 26 and October 9, 50% refund;
  • In case of cancellation after October 10, no refund.

Orsolina28 Art Foundation has the right to cancel the workshop in case of insufficient enrollment (up until two weeks before the start of the program) or force majeure. Received tuition payments will be refunded in full to all participants. In case of such cancellation, Orsolina28 cannot refund any invested travel expenses or international financial transaction costs.

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ACCOMMODATION

Workshops at Orsolina28 are a uniquely immersive experience, with all participants dancing, dining, and sleeping on site.

Participants will stay in the Glamping, with comfortable and technological geodesic domes located on campus just a 5-minute walk from the studios:

• Geodesic domes made of thermal insulation material and placed on wooden platforms.
• Modern-design bathroom units in close proximity to the domes.
• Simple and practical furnishing, with standard beds on wooden platforms.
• Capacity: Participants will be housed in 4-person domes (diameter 5.1 m / height 3.35 m) and in 6-person domes (diameter 6.3 m / height 3.75 m).
• Heating and A/C system available in each tent.

Besides housing, the experience includes:

• Fresh meals made with locally grown produce.
• Access to pools for swimming.
• Activities including a tour of the grounds, gardening, and optional GRAVITYⓇ training sessions for conditioning.
• Transfers at fixed times between Asti train station and Orsolina28.
• Bicycle rentals are available for an additional fee.

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