THE PERFORMING BODY AND THE LIVELY SPACE — an introduction to physical theater
MARCH 2026
Globus Hystericus offers a 60-hour training in the principles of physical theater. Rooted in the pedagogical lineage of Jacques Lecoq, this training explores the fundamentals of performance from a physical perspective, centering on the human body and its relationship to the space around it. It presents a unified method of creating stage material and offers participants the opportunity to expand their performance capabilities.
Neutral mask
Through work with the neutral mask, participants develop a strong physical awareness and a clear understanding of how movement communicates meaning. This practice increases stage presence and at the same time heightens awareness of habitual movement patterns, pointing toward new possibilities.
Mimodynamics
As the collective ability to analyze movement increases, so too does the opportunity to go beyond those habitual movement patterns. Through mimodynamics—observing and imitating physical forces of nature—participants playfully engage non-habitual physical qualities and, with guidance from the teachers, expand their expressive range.
Creating original stage material
Using the information provided by the neutral mask and mimodynamics, participants examine the fundamental elements of theatrical creation, such as action–reaction, group movement, character development, voice, and playfulness. In this process, they create original stage material through a physical rather than intellectual approach and rediscover how to make lively and vital theater.
TEACHERS
Justin Durel (movement and improvization) is an independent theater maker who has worked as an author, director and actor in Europe and North America. He has a degree in acting from the Baltimore School for the Arts and in playwriting from DePaul University, Chicago, IL. He has won awards in the US and Slovenia for his theatrical creations. Since 2013, when he completed the three-year Helikos International School of Physical Theater under the mentorship of Giovanni Fusetti, Matteo Destro, Elizabeth Baron, and Norman Taylor, he has been developing his pedagogical vision.
Alenka Marinič (movement and improvization) is a graduate philosopher and historian and an independent creator in the field of performing arts. She is a founding member of the Narobov collective. As an actress and co-author, she works on television (Štafeta mladosti, Podstrešje, Kaj dogaja - TV Slovenija), on radio (Radio Študent, Radio Gaga - Radio Slovenija), in film (Nothing new, nothing shocking, Videno) and collaborates with various directors and creators. In addition, she teaches theatrical improvisation, clown and physical theater in Slovenia (ŠUGLA, Pripovedovalski Variete, Goli oder, Zavod Bob) and abroad (Canada, Holland, Germany, Italy, Austria, Ireland, USA, etc.). In 2013, she completed a three-year physical theater study program at the Helikos International School in Florence.
Gregor Geč (breath and voice) is a drama actor (AGRFT), theatre pedagogue, certified Fitzmaurice Voicework® teacher, and a regular collaborator with RAI in Trieste as a writer and interpreter of texts, radio drama director, and host of a youth radio quiz, among other roles. A versatile creator working as a self-employed cultural professional, he has been active in and researching theatre in the broadest sense of the word for more than 25 years, with a particular interest in the vitality and authenticity of stage action in its many manifestations and forms.
Luka Piletič (play) is a performer and clown who trained at École Philippe Gaulier in France. He collaborates with diverse individuals and collectives in the Slovene independent performance scene, and he even won some awards along the way.
PRACTICALITIES
The training includes 4 weekends and Monday evening classes. All weekends are 10:00-17:00 Saturday and Sunday. All Monday evening classes are 18:00-21:00.
March 7–8: 10.00–17.00
March 9: 18.00–21.00
March 14–15: 10.00–17.00
March 16: 18.00–21.00
March 21–22: 10.00–17.00
March 23: 18.00–21.00
March 28–29: 10.00–17.00
March 30: 18.00–21.00
Please note that participants are expected to attend the entirety of the workshop. The structure follows a carefully planned sequence. Exercises build upon the lessons of previous exercises. To fully appreciate the work, one must experience the pedagogy as it is intended, as a continuum. If for some reason you have a scheduling conflict and still wish to participate, contact us, and we can discuss it.
The workshop will be taught in English and/or Slovene.
LOCATION
The workshop will take place in Ljubljana.
Weekends: Center Premik, Neubergejeva ulica 9
Mondays: Kletka, Cankarjeva 5
TUITION AND PAYMENT
The tuition is based on a sliding scale, designed to enable participation by people with different financial capacities. When registering, please indicate the amount you have chosen.
Fee: €400–500
Early bird fee (until 12 February 2026): €300–400
Deposit: €150
Once accepted, to confirm the enrollment, a deposit of 150 € is due. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable in case of non-participation.
The entire payment must be made by the beginning of the program. You can of course make the entire payment at once, when your application has been accepted.
APPLICATIONS
To apply, please send a motivation letter by email. In the letter, please include a short CV and a description of your experience with theatre.
Send your application to: info@globus-hystericus.org.
Once the application is accepted, spots in the class will be given in the order the application was received.
The workshop will be confirmed as soon as it reaches 6 participants. Once 12 participants will be confirmed, the workshop is full, and a waiting list will be created.
If the minimum number of participants is not reached by February 27, 2026, the workshop will be cancelled and all participation fees already paid will be refunded.
Once the workshop is confirmed, participants will receive a message with additional practical information.
APPLICATION DEADLINE 27.02.2026