PUNKING MASTERCLASS WITH VIKTOR MANOEL

VIKTOR MANOEL (she/her/he/him)

Viktor is one of the last original punkers alive today and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share in this masterclass.

This is a unique dance workshop open to all, all levels of dance experience are welcome.

You will learn:

• PUNKING History- stories, philosophy, roots, origins
• Dance vocabulary and tools
• Fundamental elements
  
  This is not only a physical masterclass, but also an extremely rare moment to soak in the history of origins of PUNKING the original form of what is widely known and often referred to today as Waacking, Whacking, Posing, Garbo etc.

Please come with an open heart, mind , questions as we go on a journey together in this 3 hour intensive masterclass.

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A word from organiser Julia Cheng:

‘The last one left…’

I sought out to learn from Viktor for many years, I couldn’t afford to fly to LA but I knew I had to connect with the last original punker alive…professional dance artist, actor, activist, pilates specialist, Viktor is this and more!

In my plight to learn more about a style of dance I had studied since 2009 through many great teachers known as Waacking / Garbo/ Punking / Posing/ Whacking etc…. Many people spoke of Viktor and I knew I had to track her/him down somehow. I was awarded funding to pursue classes, Zoom was the only option as we found ourselves in the pandemic worldwide.

Fast forward 2025, I have the opportunity to create a space where people can learn from Viktor in person in LONDON, UK. Viktor has many gems to share with the world and inspires me greatly. I hope this masterclass gives a space to delve into our artistic practices even further.

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It’s important to me that masterclasses are accessible, I have priced this workshop with this in mind for pre-bookings. My intention is really to trace roots, stories and share knowledge of a dance form that I love and that has given me so much.

Contact: Drop us a message for any questions at dmlrdG9ybWFzdGVyY2xhc3MgfCBnbWFpbCAhIGNvbQ==

How to book/pay?

• Book via Eventbrite

• E-mail to reserve your place at dmlrdG9ybWFzdGVyY2xhc3MgfCBnbWFpbCAhIGNvbQ==

Other options:

• Pay via Paypal in advance for early bird by 25th May fee of £35.00 to @absoluteclass

• Pay via Paypal £50.00 after the 25th May @absoluteclass

• Pay at the door on the day cash £50.00

Where?

• Southbank Centre

Purcell Room

Belvedere Road, London, SE1 8XX.

This event is kindly supported by the Southbank Centre.

Photo: Darya Orlova

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