Mask/Essence/Movement

Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
3-6:30pm
Eastside Jewish Commons, Portland, OR

In this pre-Purim dance and physical theater workshop we will experiment with character, physical embodiment and movement. Using paper, drawing supplies and found objects, we will create basic masks, put them up to our faces, and play! We will experiment with the “base” - each person’s mask character -  and the four iconic personalities from Megillat Esther: Esther, Mordechai, Achashverosh and Haman.

While some movement experience is helpful, it’s not necessary. All 18+ bodies welcome. (It is possible to participate while seated.) Please wear comfortable, seamless clothing that accommodates movement. While barefoot or stocking feet are ideal, footwear that allows for easy movement is fine. 

Mask/Essence/Movement is part of the Art/Lab Workshop series.