Program Curating Contemporary Art Seminar Program

Exhibition Contemporary Istanbul 20th Edition

Kounellis observed actors on stage, and painted them. Kounellis was into the heart of the matter, the poorness and acting. These paintings, exhibited here for the first time, under the sun, were born in and of the underworld.

Acting Workshop Creating Situation and Psychophysical Action - II

24 May 2025 - This workshop explores the transformative impact of external influences and environmental factors on internal action in acting. Concepts such as “atmosphere,” “energy,” and “external force” are experienced through the actor’s body and mind, investigating various sources of dramatic situation creation on stage.

Acting Workshop Stanislavski System: "In Pursuit of Truth"

12 April 2025 - This workshop emphasizes Stanislavski’s approach of "believe, feel, and live," aiming for naturalness and authenticity on stage.

Blog Vuslat Saraçoğlu ile üretim yolculuğunun paradoksu

With her distinctive cinematic style and festival successes, Vuslat Saraçoğlu has emerged as one of the most talked-about directors and screenwriters of recent years. Before the 21st Akbank Short Film Festival we spoke with Vuslat Saraçoğlu about her cinematic journey, creative process, and this year’s festival.

Acting Workshop The Birth of Words

February 15, 2025 - This workshop will focus on how lines emerge organically and can become a powerful tool for expression on stage.

Acting Workshop Musical Approaches in Acting Exploration

February 8, 2025 - This workshop is designed to enable actors to use music as a method in building stage actions and creating characters in terms of rhythm, melody, and ensemble. It aims to help participants understand musical dramaturgy and how to apply it in their acting journeys.

Acting Workshop Contemporary Improvisation and Composition Workshop

January 18, 2025 - This is an improvisation workshop open to movement enthusiasts of all levels. The workshop will focus on creating instant stage performances, group compositions, and stories inspired by physical situations, starting from specific movement guidelines.

Acting Workshop Relationship Dynamics and Basic Communication with a Partner

December 7, 2024 - This workshop will allow actors to explore how they can use body language, eye contact, and movement to strengthen their connection with their stage partner.

Acting Workshop Playing with the Senses

November 30, 2024 - In this workshop, techniques will be explored to help actors develop their sensory awareness, enhance their interactions with their environment, and become more consciously present on stage.

Acting Workshop The Physical Dimension of Sound

November 23, 2024 - This workshop will focus on exploring the organic connection between sound and the body. Participants will investigate how sound is shaped, how it integrates with the mind and body, and how it can be used effectively on stage.

Program Curating Contemporary Art Seminar Program