Karen offers workshops and residencies for children and adults of all ages to introduce them to the unique thrill of "speaking" without words. Using the vocabulary of mime, dance, and improvisation, students experience and express moods, feelings, and states-of-mind in exciting new ways. Karen regularly teaches workshops at Celebration Barn in South Paris, Maine and at her own studio in Casco, Maine. Here are some upcoming workshops: Workshops - 2009: At Celebration Barn in South Paris, Maine: Mime, Dance, and Alexander Technique July 14 - 19, 2009 with Karen Montanaro and Christine Sullivan Celebrate movement possibilities and learn how to achieve maximum expression with minimum effort. This movement workshop is for every body. Men and women of all shapes, sizes, and degrees-of-flexibility are welcome. Whether you dance for a living or not at all, this workshop is for you. Whether you want to study and refine your movements or move with spontaneity and abandon, you will experience both extremes and everything in between during this workshop. This course allows you to experience the joy, freedom, intrigue and excitement of moving in new ways. For more information, visit the Celebration Barn's website (www.celebrationbarn.com). Performance for Musicians August 24 - 29, 2009 with Deborah Henson-Conant and Karen Montanaro This is a workshop for musicians and performers who want to maximize the power and presence of their musical performances. Learn how to turn your music into a visceral experience for yourself and your audience. For more information, visit the Celebration Barn's website (www.celebrationbarn.com).