Phase Two: In-Person Intensive
January 17 — 19 2025 | Napoli, Italy
Phase Two of the Launchpad is a 3 day (24 hours) in-person intensive that digs deeper into intimacy choreography, case studies, and kit practices.
Prerequisite: Phase One or equivalent (please contact us)
Phase Two: Launchpad In-Person Intensive
January 17 — 19, 2025 in Napoli, Italy
Topics Phase Two covers:
Physical positions and vocals/breath work for stage and screen
Students will be rotating as directors, Intimacy Professionals, and actors for choreography work. Students will be given an opportunity to clarify their boundaries and work within them.
Modesty wear review and application (on dummies)
Masking and barriers
Roleplaying conversations with actors/directors/producers
Mental Health First Aid applications
and more!
Investment:
Applicants will be invited to pitch a financial investment and an energy exchange they feel confident making
There is an additional fee of $73 / €50 + tax fee for a Modesty Garment Class Kit for all students. Please take this into account when making your financial offer.
Bursaries available for folks in need
Additional Information:
Participants will need to bring gym/yoga clothing (no jeans or shorts), a lunch, and a water bottle
Knee pads and a yoga mat recommended
Venue: Artwell Ballet School, Via Francesco Galeota 13, 80125 | Napoli NA, Italy
Maximum of 20-25 students
Priority will be given to students already enrolled in the Launchpad Training Program
Our program is accredited by SAG-AFTRA, meaning our curriculum has been reviewed and approved based on SAG-AFTRA’s accreditation requirements. A syllabus will be shared with all participants before their Phase Two cohort starts.
Deadline: Dec 8, 2024
Application Instructions
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Application Requirements
Complete the Launchpad Onboarding Form for this Phase.
The form will ask you for contact information, accessibility needs, and what financial and/or energy investment you are able to offer for the training.
A bursary fund is available for folks who cannot make an investment pitch, with priority to IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, and disabled folks. Please indicate in your application form if you are in need of financial assistance.
Upload your application materials to the Launchpad File Upload Form:
A cover letter (2 pages max) or a video/audio clip (3 mins max) describing who you are, your learning/work journey thus far, your overall goals, and why you’d like to pursue training with PIP
For returning students, you do not need to resubmit a cover letter.
An updated PDF of your CV/resume that includes any relevant work experience and training
For return students, it is optional to upload an updated CV.
For students with Phase One equivalent training:
CV/resume needs to demonstrate at least 5 years experience working/learning in film/TV or theatre in any role
Please list training that includes Mental Health First Aid certification/enrolment, EDI/anti-racism, conflict resolution/mediation, sexual orientation/gender identity, and bystander intervention training obtained within the last five years as per SAG-AFTRA’s qualifications for ICs.
A signed NDA, which would be applicable for all Launchpad offerings. Return students who have submitted this do not need to resubmit.
For students with Phase One equivalent training, please submit 1-2 reference letters; alternatively, applicants can forward the Launchpad Third Party Reference Form to their references to complete. Return students who have submitted this do not need to resubmit.
