Living Art in a cultural Desert
Katie Duck is a renowned multidisciplinary artist, performer, teacher and pioneer with a career spanning several decades. Originally from the United States, she has lived in Italy, England and is now based Netherlands. Duck is celebrated for her innovative multidisciplinary approach to performance art, blending dance, theater, music, and text in her work.
Duck uses a microscopic view of improvisation as both a creative tool and a performance strategy. Her work often blurs the line between composition and spontaneity, challenging traditional notions of performance by incorporating elements of sound, voice, movement, and visual design into her practice. Her performances are often characterised by their spontaneity and interaction with the audience, as well as their exploration of themes such as vulnerability, identity, and the human experience.
Duck is also known for her dedication to teaching and mentoring young artists, leading workshops and residencies around the world. As a teacher, she has developed a distinctive teaching style that integrates multi disciplines into a holistic approach. She encourages performers to embrace their individual artistry while exploring the dynamics of collaboration. Her workshops focus on developing a heightened awareness of time, space, and presence in a sound driven performance platform. She has been involved in educational programs worldwide, influencing generations of artists.
A key figure in experimental performance, Katie Duck’s contributions have significantly influenced contemporary processes towards real time performances. She has collaborated with musicians, dancers, and visual artists throughout her career, with performances that are often described as dynamic, raw, and deeply engaging.
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Local work Amsterdam
A course program, 11:00 to 18:00 daily, that leads towards performances at the Ventilator Cinema and Bar on the 22nd and 23rd of August.
In the first week of the course, August 18-19, we are offering a Multidisciplinary workshop with Katie Duck, 14:00-18:00 in the Ventilator Cinema. This workshop does not include the full week program towards performance. It is offered for those who wish to do Katie’s intensive workshop on it’s own.
To register for the summer course program towards performances go to:
If you want to register for the two day day Multidisciplinary workshop with Katie Duck go to:
Performance Summer course 2025
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September Body Body Body Classes Katie Duck 16:00-18:00 10€
Thursdays 4, 11, 18, 25 / Fridays 5, 12, 19, 25
Go Here for more information about Body Body Body classes
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Current Work Abroad
July 12 Multidisciplinary workshop with Katie Duck Caddaford Barn Studio Devon, England
For dancers, actors, musicians and performance artists
Saturday 14:00 to 18:00 / £40
Caddaford Farm Buckfastleigh Devon TQ11 0JT
Register by email: katieduckmail@gmail.com
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July 13 Sunday Performance Ashburton Arts Center Devon England
“Sky” is a film with an improvisation setting for multidisciplinary live art interactions.
Performers: movement and text
Andy Williamson: saxophones, bass clarinet, piano. Ben Roberts: cello
Ashburton Arts Centre 15 West Street, Ashburton, Devon, TQ13 7DT
Doors and bar open at 7pm / Book at: boxoffice@ashburtonarts.org.uk
wegottickets.com/event/662886/
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Further Work Abroad
Go to Agenda to find further workshops and performances abroad 2025
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Attic Studio Performances
The Attic Studio is a domestic space on the fourth floor of my apartment. I support casual performances by local artists, usually on a Sunday evening. Events are scheduled spontaneously. Go here for updates
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Mailing list
If you want to stay updated about my classes, workshops and performances in the Attic Studio Amsterdam, join my mailing list: katieduckmail@gmail.com