Sound & Movement Improvisation Practice: Enhancing Multi-Sensory Awareness

Saturday July 11, 2026
5PM
Ibeam Brooklyn as part of Brooklyn Free Spirit Festival
168 7TH STREET BROOKLYN, NY, 11215

About the Workshop

Veteran artist-educators Rachel Bernsen and Kyoko Kitamura will take the group through accessible movement explorations integrating sound and movement.

This practice draws on their extensive interdisciplinary work together, as well as their rich experience working with artists such as Anthony Braxton, Yvonne Rainer, Matthew Barney, and Audra Wolowiec. The workshop uses Bernsen’s Toward the Unknown framework and Kitamura’s extensive research into structured improvisation, resulting in a unique three-dimensional, embodied improvisatory performance practice which fosters a deep awareness of multi-sensory perception.

This workshop will lead the participants through the process, culminating in a short, participatory performance piece.

Who Is It For?

This workshop is open to all, including:

• Musicians and dancers
• Interdisciplinary practitioners
• Educators
• Anyone interested in exploring communication through shared perception

🧘 What to Bring: Just bring your body and breath. Acoustic instruments welcome but not required.