About the Course
Inspired by the Buddhist text The Way of the Bodhisattva, this Butoh dance course explores the fundamentals of this unique art form as a path to embodying Buddhist philosophy through movement, gesture, and choreographic creation.
Over eight months, participants will embark on a structured journey:
10 classes dedicated to the creation of a full-length performance, integrating solo and group compositions.
The course culminates in a professional dance-theater production, fully staged with technical support in Vienna. Open to all levels, including beginners, this is a unique opportunity to experience Butoh as both an artistic and spiritual practice.
Course Structure
🔹 7 creation classes focused on developing solo and collective performances.
🔹 3-day final immersion for rehearsals and production of the final performance.
🔹 Public presentation at Das Lot , offering real stage experience.
What You Will Experience
✔ A welcoming approach to Butoh, ideal for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
✔ Exploration of Butoh as a practice of internal transformation and artistic expression.
✔ Reflection and embodiment of The Way of the Bodhisattva teachings through movement and performance.
✔ A collaborative creative process, integrating individual perspectives into the final piece.
Course Schedule & Locations
📍 Regular Classes: Dzogchen-Gemeinschaft Samdrubling, Vienna
📍 Final Immersion & Performance: Das Lot, 1st District, Vienna
Biweekly Wednesday Sessions (Dzogchen-Gemeinschaft Samdrubling)
September 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
September 17, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
October 1, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
October 15, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
November 05, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
November 19, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
November 26, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 3 hours
Final Immersion & Performance (Das Lot, 1st District, Vienna)
November 28, 2025 (Friday) | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 4 hours
November 29, 2025 (Saturday) | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 11 hours
November 30, 2025 (Sunday) | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM | 11 hours
Investment
Single class: €80
Two classes per month: €150
10-class package: €700
📌 Limited spots available!
Sign up now and embark on this Art journey of Butoh, theater, dance and Buddhist philosophy.
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