When: May 22 – June 7, 2026
Where: Deree – The American College of Greece, Aghia Paraskevi Campus (6 Gravias Street, 153 42 Aghia Paraskevi)
Language of Instruction: English
Audience: By registration only
Registration Deadline: May 21, 2026
Overview
metamorφosis II – Deepening the Practice invites participants to an immersive exploration of embodied performance, guided by actress and performer Evelina Arapidi, in dynamic collaboration with choreographer Ilias Bageorgos, whose movement perspective enriches the ensemble’s expressive range and opens new avenues for creative exploration.
Rooted in the concept of performance as ritual transformation, the workshop transforms the stage into a living laboratory where body, voice, and breath awaken presence, imagination, and collective energy. At its core, the metamorφosis method, developed by Arapidis, activates the dialogue between breath, voice, and movement, guiding participants toward authentic expression and transformative performance.
The training draws inspiration from psychophysical theatre traditions associated with Tadashi Suzuki and Theodoros Terzopoulos, while engaging Bageorgos’ choreographic perspective, incorporating contemporary movement techniques such as release, improvisation, and the Yellow Groove practice.
Building on the success of the first cycle, which brought together participants from diverse artistic disciplines and cultural backgrounds, metamorφosis II continues to cultivate an intercultural, collaborative environment. Participants contribute their skills and insights, expanding the performative language and deepening the collective exploration. Returning participants form the core ensemble, while new participants are welcomed into the laboratory, culminating in a collective performative presentation.
Who is this for?
This workshop is for actors, dancers, performers, and students of theatre and performance who wish to refine their technique, expand their expressive range, and engage with both classical and contemporary methods. No strict prerequisites, but prior training in performance or dance is recommended.
Why attend?
- Cultivate presence, voice, and movement through integrated psychophysical training, deepening awareness of body and breath as instruments of expression.
- Explore improvisation, spontaneity, and authentic stage connection, within the framework of performance as ritual transformation
- Expand movement vocabulary, stamina, and expressive range, while engaging in intercultural dialogue and collaborative ensemble practice.
- Contribute personal skills and creative perspectives to the collective process, enhancing the performative language of the work.
- Engage with classical texts through contemporary performance practices, applying them in devised performance contexts.
- Present original collaborative work in a public sharing, integrating individual contributions and ensemble dynamics.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Use breath as the driver of voice, movement, and emotional clarity
- Apply psychophysical and dance-based techniques in rehearsals and presentation
- Break habitual patterns, embrace authentic physical expression, and explore transformative stage presence
- Collaborate creatively in intercultural ensemble settings, integrating personal skills into devised performance outcomes
- Experience the stage as a living laboratory of ritual transformation, turning personal and collective exploration into performative material
Dates & Times
9 sessions (27 hours in total)
Friday, May 22, 17:30-20:30
Saturday, May 23, 12:00-15:00
Sunday, May 24, 12:00-15:00
Friday, May 29, 17:30-20:30
Saturday, May 30, 12:00- 15:00
Sunday, May 31, 12:00-15.00
Friday, June 5, 17:30-20:30
Saturday, June 6, 12:00-15.00
Sunday, June 7, 18:00-21:00
Certificate of Participation
In order to be awarded the Certificate of Participation from the Deree – Center of Professional and Continuing Education, participants need to attend all sessions and deliver the final presentation.
Course Fees
Regular single participant fee: €150
Members of the ACG community, Professional Education past participants, students, and the unemployed: €100
*The fee does not include any meals or accommodation.
Instructors
Evelina Arapidis
Actress, performer, teacher, and movement artist. Graduate of the Greek Art Theatre (Karolos Koun). Specialist in the Tadashi Suzuki Method. Artistic director of the avant-garde performance group Eutopia. Performed in major venues such as the National Theatre of Greece, Athens Concert Hall, and international festivals including the Theatre Olympics (India, 2018). Experienced in ancient Greek drama, modern theatre, film, and voice acting. She is a recipient for Best Actress (Pietá) in International Theater Festival of Chamber Performances AndriyivskyFest (2018).
Ilias Bageorgos
Greek dancer and choreographer. International collaborations include Russell Maliphant (Sadler’s Wells), Vertigo Dance Company, and Gaga Movement Language workshops. Artistic director of Dance Athens and founder of DAY, Greece’s first youth dance company. His choreographic works have been presented in Paris, Athens, and across Europe. Combines release, contact improvisation, and his original practice Yellow Groove, emphasizing stamina, rhythm, and authentic movement expression.
For more information, please email [email protected] or call +30 210 600 9800 ext. 1532, 1332.
Classes start: May 22, 2026