Master in theatre research
Since August 2023, Katarzyna has been pursuing an MA in Theatre (performing, directing, and dramaturgy) at the Academy of Arts (KhiO) in Oslo, Norway.
Her research delves into the concept of "LABELS" that we place on ourselves and others, focusing on diversity and inclusion. By examining labels in social, identity, professional, and private contexts, her work seeks to explore their impact on perceptions, relationships, and opportunities, fostering greater understanding and dialogue within and beyond the theatre field.
Why now?
Katarzyna about her research:
"Modern society often fragments individuals into groups defined by labels. Language, with its immense power, assigns meaning to these labels—shaping perceptions in ways that can be positive, negative, or neutral. The interpretation of labels is deeply contextual, influenced by origins, culture, lived experiences, trauma, and subconscious biases.
Categorization highlights both the commonalities that unite individuals within a group and the differences that distinguish one group from another, often necessitating the creation of new labels. My work seeks to challenge these divisions by first emphasizing shared humanity, fostering empathy and understanding.
I am deeply committed to addressing inequalities rooted in identity, origin, or circumstance. My artistic practice focuses on leveling the playing field, advocating for inclusion, and celebrating the diversity that strengthens society. By embracing diverse perspectives, I believe we can collectively evolve, paving the way for a more just and compassionate world."
Semester 3
Projects:
2. - 8.09.2024
A captivating theatre performance created in collaboration with the vibrant community of Dale i Fjaler, bringing together kindergarten children, residents of the local elderly home, and a brass orchestra. Developed during an immersive week-long workshop, the production featuring performers ranging in age from 4 to 98 blends music, folk tales, and contemporary circus to weave a heartfelt narrative that celebrates the power of diverse community.
16.-21.09.2024
A devised performance with children and youth, blending text creation, writing, contemporary circus, and dance. Through this creative process, participants explore the concept of labels in relation to their own identities and their passion for circus arts, crafting a deeply personal and dynamic expression of self-discovery.
Å GÅ NED MENS MAN GÅR OPP 25.-27.11.2024
A collaboration with Johanna Øyno, blending the ethereal grace of aerial acrobatics with the raw emotional depth of Butoh theatre. This research seeks to uncover new pathways of artistic expression, where challenged movement creates a transformative language of performance.
THE RICH AND THE POOR
9.-11.10.2024
Directed by Johanna Øyno, this project explores minimalist expression and a feminist approach to staging prose. Through a refined focus on movement, musicality and narrative, actors delve into the complexities of wealth, inequality, and layers of human connection.
ALMOST EVERYONE
28.10-8.11.2024
A collaboration with third-year contemporary dance students, serving as a consultant and instructor in aerial circus arts.
SCRIPT WORK - JENNY GLADHEIM ANDERSSON
27.-29.11.2024
Collaborative script reading with classmates, blending performance and text exploration.
WE ALL HAVE A NAVEL
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third draft of the script, work with Cathrine Solbjør, Mads Thygesen and Stefán Hallur Stefánsson,
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stage design with the guidance of Gunhild Mathea Husvik-Olaussen,
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complementation of the team including costume designers.
Courses and workshops
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Katie Mitchell - Skills in Theatre Directing course 26.08.- 20.09.2024
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Martin Slaatto teaterforum 28.08.2024
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Nye Teater Agder Magnus Sparsaas teaterforum 23.09.2024
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Maria Delgado - Theatre as a site for forging democracy 14.10.2024
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Uta Plate - devising, body, movement in the context of tears 4.-6.11.2024
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Roy Heart Theatre - voice, body, movement workshops 11.11.2024-15.11.2024
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Gemma Crooks and Erica Jeffrey - diversity in the working space, Diego Moschkovich Stanislavsky analytic method through a brasilian lense 27.11.2024
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Simon Stephens - writing workshops 5.-6.12.2024
Semester 2
Projects:
8.01 - 25.04.2024 premiere Ibsenscope festival Skien
A devised theatre performance created with classmates, featuring my portrayal of Norma within a world of various Ibsen characters. My research and responsibilities include shaping the musical dramaturgy, integrating political satire, and exploring the theme of failure in the context of labels.
Courses and workshops
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Gunhild Mathea Husvik-Olausen- Skills in set design course 15.01.- 2.02.2024
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Hochschule für Schauspielkunst Ernst Busch Berlin - workshops from methods of collaborating with people in groups 5.-10.02.2024
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Morten Espeland - Suzuki, Fosse and Viewpoints workshops 26.02-13.03.2024
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Jesper Halle, Katrine Nedrejord, Kristofer Blindheim Grønskag, Liv Heløe - writing workshop and work on the script "We all have a Navel" 26.02-13.03.2024
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Bachelor på en helg - dramaturgy seminar with MATILDE HOLDHUS, SERGE VON ARX, CHRISTINA OUZOUNIDIS, SIMON STEPHENS, CAMARA LUNDESTAD JOOF 1.-3.03.2024
Semester 1
Projects:
AND WHAT IS YOUR LABEL?
weeks 39 - 48
A research which explores labels in the professional context, particularly within the circus industry in collaboration with Tamar Ohana Goksøy and other collegues from the industry. Drawing on Arnold van Gennep’s "Rites of Passage" and anthropological perspectives, the study looks at identity and its role in performance..
YOU CAN MAKE ME WHOLE AGAIN
weeks 41
A devised project centered on sound dramaturgy, created in collaboration with MADA and MAKO, exploring the interplay of sound and performance in a dynamic creative process.
DARK ROOM/WHITE ROOM
weeks 43 - 44
A devised project collaboratively developed with my class, examining the interplay of darkness and brightness through diverse creative methodologies and techniques.
Courses and workshops
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Marius Holth Stemmereise - voice workshop week 37
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Mads Thygesen - Applied dramaturgy course weeks 38 - 39 and 42
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Petra Fransson - Susan Sontag lecture weeks 38 - 39
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Espen Klouman Høiner - Poetics Aristotle weeks 38 - 39
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Jon Jesper Halle writing course weeks 37 and 40
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Sylvi Fredriksen - movement workshops week 38
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Elisabeth Gmeiner - management workshops week 41
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Kyrre Bjørkås - visual dramaturgy 4.-15.12.2023