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T e a c h i n g  M e t h o d

Note: Natsuko is also qualified alternative                   medicine complementary therapy as a Reflexologist.

Her practice since 2005 is also effective for her teaching method.

The space for my workshop is open to anyone who is curious about life and art.


During my workshops, whatever the theme - Underwater, The Receptive Body, etc. - I like to nurture and develop the performers' ability to use their entire instrument, in subtle and profound ways, to unify all the elements used to be on stage and in a state of dance: the body-mind, the imagination and the energy or vital impulse.
its about taking the measure of the parts of ourselves and of humanity that are neglected by many of the systems in which we live. Certain frameworks and points of view that limit our idea of who we are.

 

In 2013, I was given an opportunity from the Student Culture Center Novi Sad in Serbia doing artist residency as Butoh dancer, teacher and choreographer. During my stay, I set up Butoh Academy where students could experience Butoh workshops and creations for 2 years. I have developed most of my training repertoire in this period of time which is mostly influenced by Tadashi Endo (Butoh), Akira Hino (Budo) and Suzuki Method of Actor training by The Nobbs Suzuki Praxis.

I believe whether or not you want to dance Butoh, the various ways in which it explores form and inner life, and its rigorous emphasis on presence, transformation and embodiment, all provide unique tools for developing the art of performance.


The link with Butoh lies in the desire to escape quotidian reality and to reach the level of metaphysical poetry. When I am faced with the best Butoh moment,  I feel am preparing for the death and wish all the people in this planet take part in the Butoh trainings.

Fighting ourselves, if we all fight ourselves, you do not need to fight with others and this way, there are no wars. I dance until end of my life on this sad planet earth for the peace. When everyone dance Butoh there would be no more wars. I really believe in that and that’s the reason I keep spreading Butoh virus here and there.

 

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