WEEKEND WORKSHOP: BUTOH AS CREATIVE CATALYST

“When I dance, I try to become one with the light, but I also know that the shadow is always with me.”
— Kazuo Ohno (Butoh master who danced into his 100s)

Following last year’s popular weekend workshop at Dancehouse, Yumi returns to guide participants in discovering their own ‘creative gateway’ through Butoh—a dance form rich in physical and philosophical depth. She will explore 10 focused points, drawing from both classical and contemporary approaches.

This workshop is ideal for those wishing to reflect on existing work, create new phrases, or simply dive into the ocean of Butoh. (more detail in Yumi’s website).

Yumi Umiumare  is an established Japanese Butoh Dancer, choreographer, and creator of Butoh Cabaret works. Over 30 years, she’s crafted a distinctive style known for evoking visceral emotions and cultural identities with humour. Her works have been seen in numerous festivals around the globe. As a choreographer, she engages in socially engaged theatre projects in Australia, collaborating with First Nations, refugees, and culturally diverse and inclusive communities. Yumi is a prominent figure in contemporary Butoh and has led ButohOUT! in Melbourne since 2017.She has received several awards, including the recent Melbourne Fringe Living Legend Award 2024.
www.yumi.com.au