24/07/2026
Immerse yourself in a unique series of workshops led by internationally acclaimed artists, designers, musicians, choreographers, and theatre practitioners from France, Canada, and the Philippines.
Inspired by the themes of Accumulation, these hands-on sessions invite participants to explore creativity across visual arts, music, dance, theatre, stage management, and technical design while engaging with new artistic processes and collaborative practices.
Whether you are a student, educator, emerging artist, or seasoned practitioner, these workshops offer an exceptional opportunity to learn from renowned facilitators, expand your creative skills, and connect with fellow artists in an inspiring environment at Silliman University.
See details below, and register using the link at the bottom of this notice.
Workshop Series – Accumulation Philippine Tour 2026
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
1. Seeing, Playing, Creating
Facilitator: Marc Gerenton (France) – Visual Artist
10:00 AM – 12:00 NN
Venue: Ariniego Art Gallery, Silliman University
Discover the creative potential of everyday objects through observation, play, and experimentation. Inspired by Accumulation, this hands-on workshop invites participants to transform found and recycled materials into expressive, interactive visual artworks while exploring sustainable and imaginative artistic practices.
Ideal for visual artists, students, and educators.
Maximum participants: 30
2. Music Experience and Creation
Facilitator: Emmanuel Mailly (France)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Ariniego Art Gallery, Silliman University
Explore the art of creating music for theatre, dance, and visual arts through sound experimentation. Using everyday objects, microphones, and live looping techniques, participants will compose, record, and shape original soundscapes that evoke emotion and become part of a collaborative live performance.
Ideal for musicians, performers, students, and educators.
Maximum participants: 30
3. Cueing for Dance and Running the Show
Facilitator: Jai Avila (Philippines)
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Venue: Ariniego Art Gallery, Silliman University
Go behind the scenes of dance production and learn the essentials of stage management. This practical workshop introduces participants to creating call sheets, cueing performances, and coordinating live productions using real-world examples from leading dance companies and artists.
Ideal for dancers, students, and teachers.
Maximum participants: 30
4. Body as Earth
Facilitator: Alvin Erasga Tolentino (Canada)
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Dance Studio, Silliman University
Reconnect with your body through movement inspired by the natural elements of water, fire, earth, and air. Open to all experience levels, this immersive workshop encourages participants to explore body memory, intuition, and creativity while deepening their relationship with nature through movement.
Ideal for dancers, performers, choreographers, students, and educators.
Maximum participants: 30
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
5. Staging and Technical Design
Facilitator: Tory Ip (Canada)
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Venue: Luce Auditorium, Silliman University
Gain valuable insights into the technical side of theatre production through an introduction to stage management and lighting design. Drawing from Canadian and North American practices, this workshop offers practical knowledge while providing a behind-the-scenes look at the technical design of Accumulation.
Ideal for theatre practitioners, designers, technicians, and performing artists. Maximum participants: 30
6. Applied Theater
Facilitator: Dennis Gupa (Philippines/Canada)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Ariniego Art Gallery, Silliman University
Experience theatre as a powerful tool for storytelling, collaboration, and social transformation. Through participatory exercises, participants will explore how everyday experiences can be transformed into meaningful performances that foster dialogue, empathy, and community engagement.
Ideal for theatre artists, students, educators, and community practitioners.
Maximum participants: 20
Register now using this link: https://forms.gle/TxNWitb4mZzS4htw8
