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Stage Danse Contemporaine - Danseurs pro et semi-pro

Workshop

Stage Danse Contemporaine - Danseurs pro et semi-pro

Improvisation, technique and choreography with Mourad Bouayad

w/ Mourad Bouayad

Deep Dive for Dancers / 10H-13H 55.00 EUR

LanguagesFrench / English
LevelDancers
Duration3 h
Mourad BouayadSat30 May10:00 AM – 01:00 PMMourad Bouayad

The workshop

Between an improvisation class and a choreographic work that is at once virtuosic, playful, and demanding, Mourad Bouayad’s teaching adapts to each student, to their level as well as their personal desire. It is driven by a deep conviction: dance should above all remain a game, a space of freedom and joy.

ThemesMotor Skill & CoordinationCreative & Expressive Arts

Votre guide

Facilitators

Mourad Bouayad

Mourad Bouayad

Dancer, Choreographer, Gaga Certified Teacher

Mourad Bouayad is a Parisian dancer, choreographer, and actor. Coming from a hip-hop background, he finds in contemporary dance a space of freedom where he pushes the aesthetic boundaries of movement. A graduate of the CNDC in Angers, he joined the Batsheva Ensemble in 2017 under the direction of Ohad Naharin, deepened his study of the Gaga method, and became one of the few artists to teach it in France, notably at the Paris Opera. In 2020, he created Enhanced and For The Hungry Boy, presented at Le Centquatre and the Institut du Monde Arabe. He collaborates with Japanese pianist and composer Koki Nakano and choreographed the film Port de Bras. In 2024, he presents My Way at the Théâtre National de Chaillot with Edmond Baudoin and choreographs À l'Unisson as part of the Cultural Olympiad of the Paris 2024 Games.

Dance should above all remain a game, a space of freedom and joy.

What you will experience

  1. Tools to develop the dancers’ free will and virtuosity.

    Expand your movement palette, refine your bodily awareness and your awareness of others, and reconnect with your animal instinct.

  2. Refine your dance expression

    Identify movement flows in order to control them and strive for expert mastery of the qua- lities necessary for dance expression.

  3. Dynamics and musicality

    A sensitive musicality, driven by groove and instinct, unfolds, playing with dynamics and breaks to create a hybrid, living form.

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More about this program

Do I need previous dance experience?
Previous experience and background is dance & movement is welcome.
In which language will the workshop be taught?
In French or English, depending on the group composition.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes and water.
Who is this workshop for?
Dancers, artists, experienced movers.

Pricing

Pricing

Deep Dive for Dancers / 10H-13H
Sat 30 May
55.00 EURJoin

Benefits

In this programme

  • Improvisation and composition tools

    Work with concrete tools for improvisation, instant composition, and responsive group listening.

  • A sharper choreographic sensibility

    Refine presence, attention, rhythm, and the quality of relationships unfolding in shared space.

  • A targeted work for dancers pro & semi-pro

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Practical

What facilities does Forest Lighthouse offer?

The centre includes two changing rooms, a small coffee and tea area, a kitchen for breaks, and a library with many books on movement, learning, and somatic practices. Mats and basic equipment are available on site.

How do I get to Forest Lighthouse?

Forest Lighthouse is located in Forest, Brussels, and is easy to reach by public transport, including tram 82 and bus 50. For detailed directions, please see the Visit page.

How accessible is the centre?

The main hall, Canopy Hall, currently requires taking stairs. The ground-floor studio is accessible for wheelchair users. If you need specific access support, please contact us in advance.

What should I bring?

Comfortable clothing is recommended. You are welcome to bring water and a notebook if you would like to take notes.

What kind of movement should I expect?

Depending on the activity, the work may happen on the floor, seated, standing, or in motion. The exact format is described on each event page.

When should I arrive?

We aim to begin activities on time, so we recommend arriving a few minutes early.

Can I come on my own?

Yes, absolutely. Many participants come on their own. You are also welcome to bring a friend.

Where can I park my bike?

You can park your bike at the entrance of the building.

General

What is Forest Lighthouse?

Forest Lighthouse is a centre for somatic and neurosomatic education in Brussels. We explore embodied learning through movement, perception, cognition, and emotional awareness. Our aim is to create the right conditions for learning so each person can discover and develop their abilities through direct experience.

What kinds of classes and trainings do you offer?

We organise workshops, regular classes, private sessions, and professional training programmes. These activities explore different approaches to embodied learning and movement, often with internationally recognised teachers and practitioners.

Who are the events and activities for?

Most activities are open to beginners unless stated otherwise. Somatic education is not about performance or flexibility. It is about learning through attention and exploration, at your own pace. If you have an injury or a particular condition, please let us know in advance.

Payment

What payment options do you offer?

Registration and payment usually happen online. If needed, we can also help you directly at the studio.

Are there extra fees and what is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation terms vary depending on the activity. Please check the event page for the details that apply.

What if a workshop is full?

You can ask to join the waiting list. We will contact you if a place becomes available.

Do you offer reduced rates?

If you are unemployed or in financial difficulty, you can contact us to request a reduced rate. Supporting documentation may be requested.

Can I receive an invoice?

Yes. If you need an invoice for professional or administrative purposes, please let us know.