The Encounter
“When we attune with others, we allow our own integral state to shift, to come to resonate with the inner world of another” – Dr. Dan Siegel.
As a Brazilian artist, teacher and Dance, Movement and Art Therapist, Sergio Dantas has used movement and self-expression throughout his career to improve one’s mental well-being.
In upcoming workshops, Sergio will facilitate limited sessions where strangers come together and explore the properties of movement and non-verbal communication. The bodily senses of sight, hearing and movement will be the language of communication and connection between facilitator and all participants.
Upon the participants’ arrival, Sergio will remain silent and techniques including attunement and mirroring may be used. Both of which are thought to develop a deeper sense of playfulness and creativity but to connect deeper to oneself and others.
Once the movement component of the session is over, visitors will be invited to respond to the experience, using visual art materials provided in the space.
Arts Out East is supported by Te Tuhi and Howick Local Board