Lou Sydel

It’s about the halfway mark of our time here at the Accademia, and we’re currently in our Commedia Dell’arte unit. It’s been a fun challenge to embody the stock characters, as they all have their own idiosyncrasies and ways of moving through the world. Working with masks has also allowed me to understand how important a performer’s eyes and gaze are onstage… simply looking back and forth between your partner and the audience can communicate a whole host of meaning. As the weather gets colder, I’ve been able to sink more into slow and reflective time here. It’s been incredible to have studio space always available at the villa and a whole cast of collaborators to make movement with! In short, I’m feeling grateful to be here 🙂