4×4 is a twelve-day event (18th – 29th April 2011) on the theme of dance, body and the environment for dance or movement artists, choreographers and artists working in related art-forms.

“Somewhere in the midst of ‘sustainability’ lies an inspiring vision of transformation. As movement artists we will take our dance and choreographic practice into this territory, developing and deepening our sense of the self within the body, to inspire and engender a vital reconnection between humanity and the planet”.

Artists of any discipline and level of experience are welcome to participate in all or just part of the event.

The content and structure of the event will evolve, responding to the needs and interests of the guest artist and participants. The timetable will include taught workshops, performances, discussions, and study labs, with time and space for self-organised and spontaneous activities.

The invited artists and teachers will be attending and contributing to 4×4, for between two and twelve days.

Simon Whitehead (Wales): Tues 19th – Wed 27th April

Jennifer Monson (USA): Thurs 21 April – Tuesday 26 April

Angus Balbernie (Scotland): Tues 19th – Friday 29th April

Helen Poyner (England): Thurs 21 April – Tues 26 April (dates tbc)

Audicia Morley (Scotland): Monday 18th – Friday 29th April

Simon McPherson(Fildes) (Scot): Monday 18th, Saturday 23rd – Wednesday 27th April

4×4 takes place at two distinctive locations: The Findhorn Eco-village – a major international centre dedicated to personal and planetary transformation, with access to The Universal Hall Arts Centre theatre, dune-lands, gardens, woods and coastline.

Dundreggan, Glen Moriston, Scottish Highlands – a 10,000 acre estate, owned and run by the charity, Trees For Life, who work to help restore the Caledonian Forest. www.treesforlife.org.uk/dundreggan

The first five days are at Findhorn, followed by four and one half days at Dundreggan, ending with two and one half days at Findhorn. Transport will be provided between Findhorn and Dundreggan on the change over days. The rural and community settings offered by both locations, shared meals and relaxed social spaces will combine to offer a unique and stimulating environment in which to study, practice and engage with other artists.

To enable and encourage as many artists to participate as possible, the price for unfunded independent artists is equivalent to accommodation + food + £15 per day! Please enquire for the price of funded or supported places. Scottish artists are encouraged to apply to Creative Scotland’s Professional Development fund.

Visit our site or contact us for further information about the event, invited guest artists, a timetable, accommodation and travel options.

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