Staged Intimacy: Navigating Film & Improv with Consent and Creativity
Instructor: Alessandra Fanelli
Thursday, March 20 · view days & times
Price: $19 | $18 ages 25 and under & senior* | $17.50 ArtsQuest Member
Venue: Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network
Join us for a unique, interactive workshop designed to explore the essential role of intimacy professionals in the world of film and live comedy performance. Whether you’re a filmmaker, actor, comedy performer, or appreciator of the arts, this workshop offers valuable insights into ensuring consent, creating safe environments, and navigating intimate moments both on set and stage.
In the first half, we’ll delve into the world of Intimacy Coordination for Film. You’ll learn how intimacy coordinators work with actors, directors, and crew to choreograph intimate scenes safely and respectfully. Discover the key principles of consent, communication, and emotional aftercare, and see firsthand how intimacy coordinators ensure that all actors are protected and comfortable.
In the second half, we’ll shift gears and explore Intimacy Direction for Comedy Improv Performance. Here, you'll gain a fresh perspective on how intimacy is directed within the high-energy, spontaneous world of comedy. Through fun improv exercises, you’ll experience how intimacy can be choreographed in a live performance setting while respecting boundaries, fostering clear communication, and maintaining a playful atmosphere.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn the role of intimacy coordinators in film, including their impact on safety, consent, and emotional support for actors.
- Understand how intimacy direction functions within live comedy, with a focus on humor and maintaining boundaries in improv performance.
- Practice effective communication techniques for navigating intimate moments with consent and respect.
- Participate in hands-on exercises that foster collaboration, safety, and fun in both film and comedy settings.
This workshop offers an engaging blend of practical advice and hands-on activities, with a special focus on using humor to break down barriers and address difficult topics around intimacy. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how intimacy coordinators and directors work in both film and comedy settings, along with tools to foster respectful, consensual environments wherever they work.
Alessandra Fanelli
Alessandra Fanelli (she/her) Ále is an Arts Administrator and Digital Content Creator. In addition to serving non-profit theaters in the Lehigh Valley, she has also performed on stage in local community theatre productions. She was previously the Box Office and Film Manager for Civic Theatre of Allentown. Ále graduated from West Chester University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies and with her Master’s Degree in Arts Administration from Kutztown University. As a Queer woman, Ále is passionate about responsible storytelling and engaging others in an empathetic way to transform attitudes, educate, and provide a space for LGBTQIA+ community members.
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Venue Information
Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network711 E. First St.
Bethlehem, PA 18015
610-332-1300
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