Presented by Dance Cork Firkin Crane
Inclusive Dance Cork (IDC) is delighted to welcome acclaimed international disabled dancer and choreographer Marc Brew for a unique 4-day workshop in contemporary inclusive dance practice, from the 4th to the 7th May, 10 AM – 5 PM daily, co-facilitated by Rhona Coughlan, IDC Artistic Director. Marc has been a guest facilitator on previous Inclusive Dance Cork programmes, and his return is much anticipated by many.
Originally from Australia, Marc has worked with several companies across the UK and was Artistic Director of San Francisco’s AXIS Dance Company from 2017–2021. His most recent project is a collaboration entitled an Accident / a Life with renowned Belgian choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.
Dates: Sunday 4th – Wednesday 7th May 2025
Times: 10 AM – 5 PM (all days)
Location: Dance Cork Firkin Crane
Participant Fee: €100 / Individual days €25.00 per day
Bursary Application (covers the full 4-day fee): Apply Here – Bursary Application Deadline: Wednesday 23rd April at 9 PM
Workshop Details & Registration: More info & register Full 4 – day and single day workshop registrations are now available to reserve online.
Marc Brew trained as a professional dancer at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School and The Australian Ballet School. He has been working Internationally for over 25 years as a director, choreographer, dancer, teacher and speaker. Marc was Associate Director with Scottish Dance Theater, Associate Artistic Director with Ballet Cymru in Wales, Associate Artist in 2015 at Tramway Theater in Scotland and Artistic Director of AXIS Dance Company 2017-2021. His new work an Accident / a Life in collaboration with Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui was in The Guardian Observer’s Top 5 of Dance Review 2024. He was listed No. 6 in The List Hot 100, was named a National Lottery Game Changer for Arts and was winner of the Disability Power 100 in Performing Arts, Television, Radio sponsored by Channel 4.
Read more about Marc Brew here: https://www.marcbrew.com/
About the Workshop
Internationally renowned disabled choreographer Marc Brew enjoys bringing people together to create a safe and brave space for people to take risks and be curious. Drawing on his unique perspective, methodology and skill of inclusive practice, Marc uses clear visual imagery, description and demonstrations in his teachings. He creates an accessible and trusting environment for each individual to explore their own creative possibilities through dance; exploring translation of existing material, improvisation and how to ensure movement concepts and ideas are inclusive to everybody. This workshop will be an opportunity to explore these methods and teaching approaches.
Inclusive Dance Cork workshops are open to all people, ages 18+ with and without disabilities, and from all levels of experience in movement, dance, and inclusive practice.
For any questions please contact IDC Project Coordinator louisa@firkincrane.ie
About Inclusive Dance Cork
Inclusive Dance Cork (IDC) is a training programme for people with and without disabilities who are interested in learning inclusive dance methods. Designed to foster expressive movement, it provides dancers with the opportunity to explore different ways of dancing, facilitating, and supporting dancers of all abilities. Originally conceived by Yvonne Coughlan, Chairperson of Dance Cork Firkin Crane, this ambitious programme is made possible through the dedication of its collaborators, with its home at Dance Cork Firkin Crane. The Inclusive Dance Cork team is led by IDC Artistic Director Rhona Coughlan and Project Coordinator Louisa Sloan.
The programme is generously funded by the Rethink Ireland Resilient Cork Fund 2025, The Ireland Funds and the Community Foundation for Ireland, supported by a donation from an anonymous donor, alongside local donor and business contributions, including Lord Mayor Cllr Dan Boyle’s 2024 Christmas Charity Gala Concert, ward funding through Cllr Brian McCarthy, and a Stryker Anngrove GQO donation. Our programme partners include Cork Education and Training Board and Horizons Cork | Suisha Inclusive Arts, which provide essential support for participants and accreditation opportunities. We are also grateful to our growing network of supporters dedicated to advancing Inclusive Dance Cork and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of previous partners, including University College Cork, who have helped shape and sustain the IDC programme to date.
Image use: Courtesy of Filip Van Roe
Image Description:
Marc Brew wears a brown suit, white shirt, brown tie and glasses, and performs a high leg extension in front of him while seated in a manual wheelchair. He holds his extended foot in one hand while looking over his opposite shoulder with a focused and serene expression. The lighting is warm and theatrical. In the background, stage equipment and a camera on a tripod are visible, suggesting a professional performance or filming setting.