SUKOSTA is the artistic collaboration of Sue Lee and Kosta Andrea. At the Heart of the work is a leap into the unknown, a laboratory process – a quest to discover the unpredictable. The company has to date created nine new performance pieces as well as installations and film work, and has presented in venues and festivals in the UK, Canada, Switzerland and Italy. SUKOSTA has gained support from many funders and a growing international reputation for its personal, humorous, quirky and atmospheric visual theatre that touches the depth of human experience

Explorative Arts 2010 is a celebration of cutting edge performance practice which seeks new territory. Four complimentary interconnected phases will bring Sukosta’s acclaimed theatre laboratory to the diverse communities of Wiltshire and beyond

Rural creative performance workshop. The West Barn, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
20th, 21st and 22nd April 2010

A dynamic international 3 day professional workshop for performance artists wishing to develop their practice SUKOSTA shares its expertise of theatre making and supports the exploration of creators in discovering and fulfilling their artistic potential. Through movement, and focus on ‘the essential’, professionals will explore their own personal direction through an encouraging group experience.

Cost £135: Workshop and food included.; sandwich lunch and evening meal at local restaurant

Early bird discount £120 if booked by 31st January 2010

Very reasonable priced accommodation available upon request.

To book or for more information email info@sukosta.com Tel 0117 230 3590

Creative theatre residencies for the young at heart

A programme of rewarding and inspiring residencies A time of personal creative discovery through the body, memory, sound and theatrical play. Starting with gentle movements, each residency is specifically and carefully tailored to each group; becoming a sharing, nurturing, original and personal experience for all those involved. Led by Sue Lee ‘Our Time’ brings SUKOSTA’s unique explorative approach to elderly groups across Wiltshire, stimulating and empowering the young at heart.

‘Our Time’ will visit homes for older people, Salisbury Playhouse and other communities and venues across Wiltshire.

To find out more or book a workshop call 0117 230 3590

A challenging interactive demonstration workshop for young people, introducing them to the world of creative theatre, led by international performing artist Kosta Andrea

Messing Around will draw from observation of everyday life, and the analysis of human movement. The workshop will inspire and open new doors of the imagination and creative confidence

The creative event will share Kosta’s unique and acclaimed workshop style with a wider community of up to 200 young people. Focusing on the process of theatrical creation – the trying out of what works, and what was meant for the bin! ‘Messing Around’ ultimately reveals a sense of exploration, which will underpin any dramatic material of genuine substance.

To find out more or book a workshop call 0117 230 3590

Explorative Arts 2010 Celebration Evening
The Tithe Barn Complex, Bradford-on-Avon
Thursday 29th April 2010, 8pm

Featuring the World Premiere showing of the company’s brand new creation:
Panic/Proposal A selection of short film studies exploring the humour of pressure and how domestic and professional life get entangled through Sukosta’s quirky, atmospheric, hauntingly unpredictable way

Join us and discover this year’s ‘Explorative Arts’ 2010 Programme, find out more about SUKOSTA and even become a fundraising friend!

Advance tickets £8 (on the door £10)

For all bookings call Bradford-on-Avon Tourist Information Centre on 01225 865 797

Find out more about Sukosta at www.sukosta.com

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