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Kari Margolis

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Kari Margolis is an American physical-theatre artist who co-founded Margolis Brown Adaptors Company in New York City in 1984. She developed an approach to actor training that integrates physical theatre, imagery, and ensemble improvisation. Margolis has taught and directed internationally, and her work has been documented in writings on physical theatre pedagogy.

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What is Kari Margolis known for in physical theatre?

Kari Margolis is known for actor training that combines physical action, imagery, voice, and ensemble improvisation. She developed the Margolis Method for performers who need to create theatre with the whole body, not only spoken text.

When did Kari Margolis co-found Margolis Brown Adaptors?

She co-founded Margolis Brown Adaptors with Tony Brown in New York City in 1984. The company became an international touring physical-theatre ensemble.

Where can someone study the Margolis Method?

The Margolis Method Training Center is now in Highland, New York, and the company also offers workshops and residencies. Margolis has taught at universities and theatre programs, including a long-running connection with the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.

What kind of work did Margolis Brown Adaptors create?

The company combines movement, poetic text, song, multimedia, and everyday objects rather than relying on a conventional literary script. Its early ensemble work included Autobahn, and later projects included site-specific events at the Brooklyn Museum and Coney Island.