Latest Shape collaboration: Shape Arts supported Xan in 2021 during the release of their recent work STIMMING.

Artist Statement: Xan (they/them) works between the fields of theatre, dance, and film, exploring how movement and the body are encountered both live, and digitally. Being dyspraxic and dyslexic, Xan is developing a practice that is built on movement as a field for individuality and play, making work through exploring the creative potential of neurodivergence and difference. 

Since completing a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in MOVEMENT: DIRECTING AND TEACHING at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, they have developed their professional experience as a facilitator with organisations such as Candoco Dance Company, Bush Theatre, Access all Areas and Turtle Key Arts. 

Curious about developing an approach to dance that is guided by the senses, Xan is exploring habitual movement patterns and how the body self regulates through movement. This research has been awarded funding by Arts Council England, and is supported through residencies at The Place, Wellcome Collection, and Siobhan Davies Studios.

Image credit: Manon Ouimet

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Banner image description: Photo of a person in mid movement, stood on both feet and leaning their head to one side so that their face is visible. They are slim, white and in their mid twenties, and have short brown hair. They are wearing a yellow top and yellow shorts. The photo has a subtle pink filter, which softens it and adds warmth.