2024 Summer Intensive
Welcome to your summer home for movement wisdom!
Exchange, exert, exhaust, and expand! Join GALLIM and Andrea Miller for a week of GALLIM Methods, movement invention, GALLIM repertory, and creative processes with guest movement artists, Mike Tyus and Luca Renzi!
Build your nexus with GALLIM– participants will soak in a week of expanded creative fluency, personal expressivity, technical range, new connections, and community.
- Dates: Monday - Friday, August 19 - 23
- Time: Mon-Thus 10:00am - 5:00pm, Fri 10am-9pm
- Location: Hunter College | 694 Park Ave, New York, NY 10065
- "I had an amazing time, the environment and culture that has been established at GALLIM made me feel comfortable in committing to the work, trying and failing sometimes, and trusting the process."
- - School of Movement Student
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
10:00-11:15 - GALLIM Methods
11:30-1:30 - GALLIM Repertory
1:30-2:15 - LUNCH
2:15-5:00 - Creative Process
SESSIONS
GALLIM Methods is a movement technique training which practices Andrea Miller’s movement philosophy and creative methodology through a guided conversation between the body's network of systems and the imagination. Through a combination of guided improvisation and focused exercises, the class brings nuanced attention to regions of the body, its availability for movement, range, coordination, texture, and creative expression in relationship to the rest of the body and its experience within space, time, music, and art.
GALLIM Repertory is known for Miller’s exploration of the essential elements of human behavior and the alchemy of movement, performance, and collaboration. In repertory sessions participants learn award winning repertory and are immersed in an intimate rehearsal environment, receiving coaching from senior GALLIM stagers to hone personal expression, and build dynamic movement range. Repertory class provides students a glimpse into company life and how GALLIM approaches rehearsing and staging repertory works.
Movement Invention is a method of creative exploration developed by Andrea Miller that builds new access to the body, movement vocabulary, and composition, in research concerning nuanced sensitivity, abandon, and virtuosity. Improvisational games and compositional tools are often derived directly from GALLIM's creative process.
Creative Process Lead by Mike Tyus & Luca Renzi
Creative Process with Tyus and Renzi focus on creating contemporary dance works through the perspective of Mike Tyus & Co. Participants will experience a deeper understanding of company repertory, creation and methods. Tyus and Renzi utilize improvisation, partnering, ballet technique, floor work and composition to challenge physical limitation and explore movement as design.
Photos by Shea Gordon
FACULTY
Andrea Miller is a choreographer, creative director, and founder of the internationally renowned multidisciplinary organization GALLIM. A creator and collaborator for dance, film, fashion, and the visual arts, Miller is known for her exploration of the essential elements of human behavior and the alchemy of human expression through the medium of movement and performance.
Miller is a Guggenheim, Sadler's Wells, New York City Center, and Princess Grace Fellow, and was featured in Forbes as an entrepreneur and leader in the dance world. She is the first choreographer to be named Artist in Residence at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, creating two large scale works for The Temple of Dendur and the full 5th floor of The Met Breuer. Her visual art collaborations include a sound, sculpture, and performance installation for Lincoln Center featuring 25 community members processing the pandemic through breath, music, theater and dance, as well as works for The Glass House, Art Basel, Frieze Festival, Grace Farms, Grand Central Station and a film shared by The Guggenheim Museum.
Miller’s dance works are presented by leading institutions and festivals around the world including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, City Center, The Joyce, Jacob’s Pillow, BAM, Royal Albert Hall, Sadler's Wells, London Royal Opera House, Théâtre National de Chaillot, Teatre Grec of Barcelona, Theaterhaus Stuttgart, Canal Madrid, Teatro Nacional de Panamá, DanceHouse Vancouver, Spoleto Festival, and others.
Recent dance commissions include New York City Ballet, Martha Graham Dance Company, Bern Ballet, Noord Nederland Dans, Pennsylvania Ballet, A.I.M, Rambert2, Ailey II, and The Juilliard School. She has created dance for film with celebrated directors including Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, Xavier Dolan, Ezra Hurwitz, Bat-Sheva Guez and long time collaborator Ben Stamper.
Miller is an Adjunct Professor at Marymount Manhattan College and guest faculty at The Juilliard School, where she is an alumna. Her repertory, creative methodology and dance training have been taught across the country including Marymount Manhattan, The Juilliard School, NYU, UC Kaufman, Harvard, Barnard and others.
Her collaborations in fashion and brands include Hermès, VOGUE, Bergdorf and Goodman, SportsMax, KSwiss, Lacoste, Target, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel, SLS Hotels Miami and Las Vegas, and the ministry of tourism of Panama.
Miller serves on the board of Chelsea Factory and The Doris Humphrey Foundation.
Andrea Miller is a choreographer, creative director, and founder of the internationally renowned multidisciplinary organization GALLIM. A creator and collaborator for dance, film, fashion, and the visual arts, Miller is known for her exploration of the essential elements of human behavior and the alchemy of human expression through the medium of movement and performance. Miller is a Guggenheim, Sadler's Wells, New York City Center, and Princess Grace Fellow, and was featured in Forbes as an entrepreneur and leader in the dance world. She is the first choreographer to be named Artist in Residence at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, creating two large scale works for The Temple of Dendur and the full 5th floor of The Met Breuer. Her visual art collaborations include a sound, sculpture, and performance installation for Lincoln Center featuring 25 community members processing the pandemic through breath, music, theater and dance, as well as works for The Glass House, Art Basel, Frieze Festival, Grace Farms, Grand Central Station and a film shared by The Guggenheim Museum. Miller’s dance works are presented by leading institutions and festivals around the world including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, City Center, The Joyce, Jacob’s Pillow, BAM, Royal Albert Hall, Sadler's Wells, London Royal Opera House, Théâtre National de Chaillot, Teatre Grec of Barcelona, Theaterhaus Stuttgart, Canal Madrid, Teatro Nacional de Panamá, DanceHouse Vancouver, Spoleto Festival, and others. Recent dance commissions include New York City Ballet, Martha Graham Dance Company, Bern Ballet, Noord Nederland Dans, Pennsylvania Ballet, A.I.M, Rambert2, Ailey II, and The Juilliard School. She has created dance for film with celebrated directors including Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost, Xavier Dolan, Ezra Hurwitz, Bat-Sheva Guez and long time collaborator Ben Stamper. Miller is an Adjunct Professor at Marymount Manhattan College and guest faculty at The Juilliard School, where she is an alumna. Her repertory, creative methodology and dance training have been taught across the country including Marymount Manhattan, The Juilliard School, NYU, UC Kaufman, Harvard, Barnard and others. Her collaborations in fashion and brands include Hermès, VOGUE, Bergdorf and Goodman, SportsMax, KSwiss, Lacoste, Target, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel, SLS Hotels Miami and Las Vegas, and the ministry of tourism of Panama. Miller serves on the board of Chelsea Factory and The Doris Humphrey Foundation.
GUEST ARTISTS
Mike Tyus is...
an accomplished dancer, choreographer, and creative director hailing from the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California. With over 20 years of experience, he has become a celebrated figure in the world of dance, captivating audiences on both stage and screen.
As a performer, Tyus has graced the stages of renowned productions, including Cirque Du Soleil's "IRIS" at the iconic Kodak Theater in LA and "KOOZA," where he mesmerized audiences as "The Trickster," a devilish ringleader and the lead character. In 2013, Tyus joined the prestigious Pilobolus Dance Theater, collaborating with visionary choreographers like Sidi Larbi Cherkoui, Penn & Teller, and Israeli choreographers Inbal Pinto and Avshalom Pollack. His contributions to the company's repertory continue to be celebrated today. Tyus has also had the privilege of performing in Ryan Heffington's choreography for Sia and gracing the Oscars stage under the direction of Philipe Decoufle. He is a founding member of Jacob Jonas The Company and served as an Associate Producer for Films.Dance, a platform dedicated to pushing the boundaries of dance film through unconventional collaborations.
Tyus' choreographic style is a captivating fusion of his diverse training, blending elements from circus theater, acrobatics, ballet, and Greco-Roman wrestling to create a truly unique and mesmerizing art form. His choreographic portfolio spans across dance companies, museums, and pop stars,. Notable recent works include creations for SuperBlue Museum in Miami commissioned by Live Arts Miami, a dance film creation and live performance for The Broad Museum in Los Angeles, a creative residency at LA Dance Project, and commissions for Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, Hedwig Dance Chicago, Visceral Dance Chicago and a commission for Joffrey Ballets prestigious Winning Works. Tyus directed and choreographed the stunning dance film "ELSEWHERE" for Whim W'him Contemporary Dance Company, which was showcased on PBS. Tyus' choreography extended to a Facebook commercial directed by FKA Twigs, which has earned a place in the MOMA's archives for its cultural significance. Tyus has further enriched pop culture through his choreography in music videos for Nigerian Pop-Star Adekunle Gold and emerging artist Anna Margo, infusing the art world's sensibilities into mainstream entertainment. In 2020, he established "Mike Tyus & Co," a dance company dedicated to bringing his visionary work to life, with an impressive repertoire of over 13 films and the creation of the compelling piece "Hunger," developed at Orsolina28, a dance residency in Moncalvo, Italy.
Education is a paramount focus for Tyus, where he shares his wealth of knowledge and experience with universities and non-profit arts programs, including Utah University, CalArts, Point Park University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, CLI Conservatory, Manhatten Youth Ballet and Lines Ballet.
Beyond his achievements in the realm of dance, Mike Tyus has demonstrated his creative prowess as a director by spearheading branded campaigns for leading brands such as Vaara, Anthropologie, Veuve Clicquot, Club Monaco, SONY, Apple, and Abercrombie & Fitch. He artfully bridges the gap between dance and commerce, leveraging his substantial social media following to share the joy of dance with audiences worldwide. At the heart of Tyus' mission lies a deep commitment to community and creation, which continues to inspire his endeavors in crafting work that nourishes the human spirit and reflects the essence of our times.
Luca Renzi is...
a choreographer, movement /creative director and video artist. He was born in Bern, Switzerland and is based in Los Angeles. He trained at the University of Zurich under Jochen Heckmann (Germany) and Andrea von Gunten. He is a graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts with his Masters of Fine Arts in Dance with a concentration in Choreography & Dance / Technology under the direction of Sean Curran.
Luca was a member of the Vivo Ballet Contemporary dance company in New York. Luca was on tour with recording artist INNA from Rumania, danced in music videos for Jackson Wang and directed Music Videos for Soaky Siren. Recently he is assisting Mike Tyus & Co. in Videography & Choreography.
Mike Tyus is...
an accomplished dancer, choreographer, and creative director hailing from the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California. With over 20 years of experience, he has become a celebrated figure in the world of dance, captivating audiences on both stage and screen. As a performer, Tyus has graced the stages of renowned productions, including Cirque Du Soleil's "IRIS" at the iconic Kodak Theater in LA and "KOOZA," where he mesmerized audiences as "The Trickster," a devilish ringleader and the lead character. In 2013, Tyus joined the prestigious Pilobolus Dance Theater, collaborating with visionary choreographers like Sidi Larbi Cherkoui, Penn & Teller, and Israeli choreographers Inbal Pinto and Avshalom Pollack. His contributions to the company's repertory continue to be celebrated today. Tyus has also had the privilege of performing in Ryan Heffington's choreography for Sia and gracing the Oscars stage under the direction of Philipe Decoufle. He is a founding member of Jacob Jonas The Company and served as an Associate Producer for Films.Dance, a platform dedicated to pushing the boundaries of dance film through unconventional collaborations. Tyus' choreographic style is a captivating fusion of his diverse training, blending elements from circus theater, acrobatics, ballet, and Greco-Roman wrestling to create a truly unique and mesmerizing art form. His choreographic portfolio spans across dance companies, museums, and pop stars,. Notable recent works include creations for SuperBlue Museum in Miami commissioned by Live Arts Miami, a dance film creation and live performance for The Broad Museum in Los Angeles, a creative residency at LA Dance Project, and commissions for Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, Hedwig Dance Chicago, Visceral Dance Chicago and a commission for Joffrey Ballets prestigious Winning Works. Tyus directed and choreographed the stunning dance film "ELSEWHERE" for Whim W'him Contemporary Dance Company, which was showcased on PBS. Tyus' choreography extended to a Facebook commercial directed by FKA Twigs, which has earned a place in the MOMA's archives for its cultural significance. Tyus has further enriched pop culture through his choreography in music videos for Nigerian Pop-Star Adekunle Gold and emerging artist Anna Margo, infusing the art world's sensibilities into mainstream entertainment. In 2020, he established "Mike Tyus & Co," a dance company dedicated to bringing his visionary work to life, with an impressive repertoire of over 13 films and the creation of the compelling piece "Hunger," developed at Orsolina28, a dance residency in Moncalvo, Italy. Education is a paramount focus for Tyus, where he shares his wealth of knowledge and experience with universities and non-profit arts programs, including Utah University, CalArts, Point Park University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, CLI Conservatory, Manhatten Youth Ballet and Lines Ballet. Beyond his achievements in the realm of dance, Mike Tyus has demonstrated his creative prowess as a director by spearheading branded campaigns for leading brands such as Vaara, Anthropologie, Veuve Clicquot, Club Monaco, SONY, Apple, and Abercrombie & Fitch. He artfully bridges the gap between dance and commerce, leveraging his substantial social media following to share the joy of dance with audiences worldwide. At the heart of Tyus' mission lies a deep commitment to community and creation, which continues to inspire his endeavors in crafting work that nourishes the human spirit and reflects the essence of our times.
Luca Renzi is...
a choreographer, movement /creative director and video artist. He was born in Bern, Switzerland and is based in Los Angeles. He trained at the University of Zurich under Jochen Heckmann (Germany) and Andrea von Gunten. He is a graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts with his Masters of Fine Arts in Dance with a concentration in Choreography & Dance / Technology under the direction of Sean Curran.
Luca was a member of the Vivo Ballet Contemporary dance company in New York. Luca was on tour with recording artist INNA from Rumania, danced in music videos for Jackson Wang and directed Music Videos for Soaky Siren. Recently he is assisting Mike Tyus & Co. in Videography & Choreography.
REGISTRATION
Eligibility
Open to all movers ages 16+ who have a strong interest in training in GALLIM methods, GALLIM repertory by Andrea Miller, and engaging in a range of creative processes with guest artists. Rigorous physical training in class, repertoire, and movement creation is a significant part of this intensive.
Tuition
$600
Tuition is non-refundable except in the case of a medical necessity.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Emergent Artist Scholarship
Two full Emergent Artist Scholarships will be awarded to artists of the global marjority, including but not limited to Black and African American, Asian, Hispanic and Latino/a/x, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, American Indian, or Alaska Native, Middle Eastern or North African, and multiracial.
Applications close on June 1st participants will be notified by July 15th.
Work Study Scholarship
Two full work study scholarships will be awarded. This opportunity is designed for students with an interest in arts administration and will include on-site responsibilities and may include administrative work before and after the intensive.
Work-Study applications close on June 1st participants will be notified by July 15th.
Financial Aid
Thanks to the generosity of the Jody and John Arnhold | Arnhold Foundation, need-based financial assistance is available upon request. We encourage you to apply!
- "I can bring myself as a human to this experience and it's celebrated and encouraged. Everything that I'm learning here has helped me add to that experience and combine it into something that I can move forward with in my dance career as a well-rounded and in-tune, responsive and engaged dancer and professional. That's something that's very unique to this intensive."
- - Jelani Davis Best, GALLIM Summer Intensive Participant
Photos by Alexis Silver
SPEND YOUR SUMMER WITH GALLIM & JOIN OUR OTHER PROGRAMS!
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GALLIM SCHOOL OF MOVEMENT SUPPORTERS
GALLIM School of Movement Leadership Support & Founding School Sponsorship
Jody and John Arnhold | Arnhold Foundation
GALLIM School of Movement is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and Donors Like You!