Co-living Residence Training Lab 2

As part of the JANUS Project, Ana María Solís and Domingo Ferrandis from SOLIS SRLS conducted a series of workshops in Romania and Cyprus between October 23-27 and November 1-4, 2024. These visits strengthened the implementation of the Autobiographical Theatre (AT) methodology and fostered international collaboration among project partners. This innovative approach uses art as a tool to address youth vulnerability and mental health, preparing participants for the much-anticipated Janus Festival in June 2025.

 

Workshops in Romania 23-27 October 2024

The journey began in Târgu-Mureș, Romania, where the activities were coordinated by Universitatea de Arte din Târgu-Mureș (UAT) under the leadership of project coordinator Lia Contiu. For five days, Ana María and Domingo worked closely with the local team, including teachers Cristina Olar and Traian Penciuc, who contributed with their expertise to the creative and group dynamics. These sessions were not only about artistic development but also about building trust and emotional connections among participants.

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The workshops explored themes of invisibility and emotional transformation. Guided by Domingo and Cristina, participants reflected on what it feels like to be "invisible," identifying how these emotions manifest physically and mentally. Through a carefully structured process, they embraced and transformed these feelings, stepping into visibility and self-affirmation.

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Workshops in Cyprus 1-4 November 2024

Following the workshops in Romania, activities continued in Limassol, Cyprus, from November 1-4, 2024, organized d by ShipCon under the supervision of Patricia Jimeno Fernandez. Over four days, Domingo led intensive sessions with local beneficiaries, focusing on preparing a unique performance to be presented at the Janus Festival. These workshops adapted the JANUS methodology to the Cypriot cultural context, allowing participants to develop personal stories that resonate deeply with their experiences