NEW YORK

4 Day Intensive Content

2) Text and Transformation

This intensive provides a dynamic and inspiring immersion in text.

The key to this work lies in the synthesis of the three stages of Lindy Davies’ Approach to Performance: Dropping-in, Abstract and Blueprint.

This approach enables transformation through text,

The pathway to character is traversed experientially. In an altered state, the actor finds out what is happening from their character’s perspective, and as the experiences accrue, they gain insight into the character’s inner world.

The discoveries are always original and unexpected. 

This process creates an imaginative landscape of great depth, and infuses the character with a profound inner life.

Actors’ responses

"Lindy's process allows the actor to find a pathway that enables freedom, intelligence and a deep intuitive landscape…”

"Your approach to the work is the most truthful, simple, nourishing and profound approach that I have ever encountered, and I have worked and studied with some of the best."

“Thank you Lindy for your immense talent and knowledge, your essence is intoxicating, your quest for truth and love of exploration charged my batteries."

"Lindy is a rare teacher, a fierce theatre practitioner and an immensely generous spirit…"   

Dates/ Fees

Monday July 1 10 am - 6 pm

Tuesday July 2 10 am - 6 pm

Wednesday July 3 10 am - 6 pm

Thursday July 4 10 am - 6 pm

Limited intake

US$1,400 Concession

(ACTRA / IAEA / SAG / AFTRA / WRITER’S GUILD / FULLTIME STUDENTS) 

US$1,600 Full Fee

Payment plans available.

Venue: GIBNEY STUDIO LOWER MANHATTAN