Converge: A Community Offering
What if theatre makers were to pause for one hour a month to reconnect with self and others?
The reason: artists give of themselves, but cannot give when empty.
The concept: enter a space to heal, restore and energize through yoga.
It would be simple enough to call this “free yoga,” but the aim is far more. Especially now, community care and self-care are acts of resilience. Converge is a nomadic healing arts gathering where individuals engage the mind, body, and consciousness, provided at no cost to host or participant. Once a month, Converge will “pop up” at a different host site in the DMV for theatre makers - performers, designers, directors, production workers, administrators, arts educators - as a community offering. The session is free - just good will as DMV theatre makers take care of one another. This session is hosted by me, Elena Velasco, a 200-hr certified yoga instructor with Red Cross CPR/BLS/AED training.
Folx know me in different capacities - director, choreographer, activist, professor, mother. My identities are intertwined and grounded in my yogic practice and community organizing. We’re all experiencing challenging times. This is how I feel I can do my part to bring some healing into our world.
What to expect:
A one hour yoga session for all levels, blending vinyasa, restorative, and meditative practices.
What to bring:
A yoga mat and water bottle. If you do not have a yoga mat, please note this in your signup under comments or notes. I can provide up to five mats during a session, first to inquire, first to receive.
Who can sign up?
Anyone who is a theatre maker in any capacity. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Where and when are these offered:
Below is a list of offerings, thanks to generous host theatres and organizations in the DC area. Please be certain to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the session to complete a waiver form and settle in. Sessions start on time.
Keegan Theatre (1742 Church St NW, 20036) on Tuesday, July 28th from 6:30-7:30pm. The next will be on Monday, August 25 Woolly Mammoth Theatre (641 D Street NW, 20004) on Monday, August 25 from 2:30-3:30pm.
Creative Cauldron (127 E. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA) on Wednesday, September 10 at 1pm.
1st Stage (1524 Spring Hill Road, Suite LL, Tysons, VA 22102) on Monday, October 20 at 7pm.
Times and locations vary to help serve our diverse community. Fall sessions will be added soon. If you have a suggested location and would like to connect me, please feel free to contact me.
To sign up for a session, please use the sign-up genius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A48ADAF2AA7F94-42770502-converge
*Note that host theatres are providing space, but hold no liability for the participants. This is an independent offering by the facilitator, who is insured by Alliant.
What if theatre makers were to pause for one hour a month to reconnect with self and others?
The reason: artists give of themselves, but cannot give when empty.
The concept: enter a space to heal, restore and energize through yoga.
It would be simple enough to call this “free yoga,” but the aim is far more. Especially now, community care and self-care are acts of resilience. Converge is a nomadic healing arts gathering where individuals engage the mind, body, and consciousness, provided at no cost to host or participant. Once a month, Converge will “pop up” at a different host site in the DMV for theatre makers - performers, designers, directors, production workers, administrators, arts educators - as a community offering. The session is free - just good will as DMV theatre makers take care of one another. This session is hosted by me, Elena Velasco, a 200-hr certified yoga instructor with Red Cross CPR/BLS/AED training.
Folx know me in different capacities - director, choreographer, activist, professor, mother. My identities are intertwined and grounded in my yogic practice and community organizing. We’re all experiencing challenging times. This is how I feel I can do my part to bring some healing into our world.
What to expect:
A one hour yoga session for all levels, blending vinyasa, restorative, and meditative practices.
What to bring:
A yoga mat and water bottle. If you do not have a yoga mat, please note this in your signup under comments or notes. I can provide up to five mats during a session, first to inquire, first to receive.
Who can sign up?
Anyone who is a theatre maker in any capacity. Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Where and when are these offered:
Below is a list of offerings, thanks to generous host theatres and organizations in the DC area. Please be certain to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the session to complete a waiver form and settle in. Sessions start on time.
Keegan Theatre (1742 Church St NW, 20036) on Tuesday, July 28th from 6:30-7:30pm. The next will be on Monday, August 25 Woolly Mammoth Theatre (641 D Street NW, 20004) on Monday, August 25 from 2:30-3:30pm.
Creative Cauldron (127 E. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA) on Wednesday, September 10 at 1pm.
1st Stage (1524 Spring Hill Road, Suite LL, Tysons, VA 22102) on Monday, October 20 at 7pm.
Times and locations vary to help serve our diverse community. Fall sessions will be added soon. If you have a suggested location and would like to connect me, please feel free to contact me.
To sign up for a session, please use the sign-up genius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A48ADAF2AA7F94-42770502-converge
*Note that host theatres are providing space, but hold no liability for the participants. This is an independent offering by the facilitator, who is insured by Alliant.
