Along the Walk
The Conference on Deceleration
in Performing Arts
17.-20. April 2024
We invite you to join »The Conference on Deceleration in Performing Arts«.
In April 24, all artists involved in our 2-year project will be gathered in Berlin. During 4 days, we will share and explore together how deceleration shifts the focus and changes the creative output.
Indeed, acceleration and growth rule the development of our society. In almost every field, these principles infuse and drive humanity in a mad rush. Insidiously, a culture of haste permeates our personal, social, economic and political spaces. Facing this, deceleration appears as a valid response!
During the Conference, you will get to know the 7 Walks which were the core of the project. As diverse as the 7 Duos, those Walks were rich and unique experiences. Taking part in a 2-day workshop, you will get the chance to dive deeper into one of those approaches.
The conference ticket includes access for all 4 evenings of performances ranging from impro theatre to contemporary dance. To open the topic wider, the scientists Gael Brulé and Anna Saave will share their research works on deceleration.
We are looking forward to meet you in April!
FULL PROGRAMME
If not stated different, the events take place at the Pfefferberg Theater.
DAY 1 – WED 17.4.
9.30 – 10.30
CHECK IN
10.30 – 11.00
OPENING OF THE CONFERENCE
PRESENTATION OF THE PROJECT
11.00 – 12.45
THE 7 WALKS presented by the Artists
12.45 – 13.00
COFFEE BREAK
13.00 – 15.00
THE 7 WALKS presented by the Artists
15.00
LUNCH
20.00
Performance: AFTERWORDS
Performance: DISCOVERIES
DAY 2 – THU 18.4.
10.30 – 14.30
WORKSHOP
— different locations in the city
15.00
LUNCH
20.00
Performance: SLOW
Book Presentation: ALONG THE BOOK
22.30 – 23.30
NIGHT WALK
Day 3 – FRI 19.4.
10.30 – 14.30
WORKSHOP
— different locations in the city
15.00
LUNCH
20.00
Performance: OTHERSKIN
DAY 4 – SAT 20.4.
10.30 – 12.15
Lecture: GAËL BRULÉ
12.15 – 12.30
COFFEE BREAK
12.30 – 14.15
Lecture: ANNA SAAVE
14.15 – 15.00
CLOSING OF THE CONFERENCE
15.00
LUNCH
20.00
Performance: ON THE GROUND
22.00
CLOSING PARTY
— location to be announced
WORKSHOPS
While registering to the Conference, you choose one of the 6 workshops listed below. This automatically books your spot. Each workshop is 2 days long. Check workshop descriptions for detailed infos.
WALKSHOP FOR DUOS
with Inbal Lori & Raschid Daniel Sidgi
Open to Duos – either established ones or two people who wish to explore working together.
Professional performers and/or advanced improvisers.
More Info and Booking
WALKING BACKWARDS TOWARDS REVERSED THEATER
with Mathilde Vrignaud & DISCOllective
Open to everyone with an interest for exploring the walking. Any experience, any background, any profession.
More Info and Booking
WIE EINE MÄRCHENSAMMLUNG ENTSTEHT…
with Beatrix Brunschko & Ramona Krönke
Offen für alle Interessierten.
This workshop is held in German.
More Info and Booking
PÉPITES
with Julie Doyelle & Christelle Delbrouck
N’importe qui peut participer, en espérant composer un groupe varié.
This workshop is held in French.
More Info and Booking
THE MIMODYNAMIC OF THE LAND
with Alenka Marinič & Giovanni Fusetti
Open to performers with previous experience in movement theater.
More Info and Booking
FACING THE WEIGHT
with Marko Mayerl & Sean Gittins
Open to experienced artists.
More Info and Booking
CONTACT
LOCATION
Pfefferberg Theater
Schönhauser Allee 176
10119 Berlin
U2, Senefelderplatz
5 min from S+U station Alexanderplatz
5 min from S-Bahn station Schönhauser Allee (Ringbahn)
Accessibility
There is an elevator to the right of the stairway to Pfefferberg. Barrier-free access is also available from Christinenstraße. Please contact us which workshop you would like to take part in and what needs you have, so we can check the options at the workshop space.
PRICES
If you are interested in the Conference, we do not want money to be restraining you from joining in. Please feel free to decide during the booking process, which of the three categories you choose to pay. We trust you and your decision.
Social Price – 195,-€
We want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to attend the Conference. If you cannot afford to pay more right now, then choose this price.
Standard Price – 295,-€
As this is an EU project, we can offer participation at a reasonable price.
Supporter Price – 345,-€
This price supports the Conference and those who cannot afford the standard price at the moment.
Cancellation Policy
In case of a cancellation from your side, we will refund you as listed below.
Up to 8 weeks before the Conference: 100%
Up to 4 weeks before the Conference: 50%
Up to 1 week before the Conference: 10%
Less than 1 week before the Conference: no refund
FAQ
DO ALL EVENTS TAKE PLACE AT THE PFEFFERBERG THEATER?
The main venue of the Conference is the Pfefferberg Theater (Schönhauser Allee 176 / Haus 15, 10119 Berlin). This is where performances, lectures, presentations and meetings with all participants take place. The workshops on Day 2 and 3 will take place at different locations in the city, mainly Kreuzberg and Prenzlauer Berg.
WHAT IS THE MAIN LANGUAGE OF THE CONFERENCE?
Main language of the Conference is English. If not stated differently, all workshops, performances, lectures and presentations are held in English. There is one workshop in German and one in French.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE?
The participation is only possible with prior registration, the places are limited. Once you apply to the Conference, you also choose one of the six workshops. Each workshop has a specified experience requirement. Please check these in the workshop descriptions before signing up. If your desired workshop option is already fully booked, you can sign up on a waiting list. We will inform you if a place becomes available.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE CONFERENCE TICKET?
The Conference ticket includes access to all performances, presentations and lectures as well as one workshop spot. During the booking process you choose one of the six workshops that you want to sign up for for 2 days. The ticket also includes lunch from Wednesday to Saturday and the Closing Party on Saturday evening. As a part of the welcome package you receive the Along the Walk Book, which offers an insight into creative processes of the Walks within the project.
HOW TO GET THERE?
As you organize your travel, we would like to encourage you to book sustainable means of transport and to use the time during the journey for preparation and reflection. If possible, avoid planes and cars (if not for more passengers), take use of trains, buses, biking and walking.
For getting around during the Conference, public transport is the easiest way in Berlin. You can find all info on the website of BVG: https://www.bvg.de/en/subscriptions-and-tickets
WHERE TO STAY?
As you organize your accommodation, we recommend you to find something in the area of Prenzlauer Berg (close to the Pfefferberg Theater) or Kreuzberg. And if you stay in the area inside the circle line, you are not too far away.
WHAT TO BRING?
Check the weather forecast before your travel to Berlin. The Conference will partly take place outside. Spring in Berlin can be shirts and sunglasses, but it can also be coats and hats.
Check workshop descriptions for special equipment requirements.