Background and aims: Metka encourages expression through voice and theatre methods in her workshop which focuses on reflection on group dynamics and nurturing collaboration and cooperation. This exercise creates a starting point for connection between members of a group.
Step 1: All participants stand in one big circle. The mentor shows the participants a simple rhythm consisting of two claps, two chest beats and two foot strikes on the floor. Other rhythms can also be used.
Step 2: All participants play out the rhythm and, going round in a circle, each of them says their own name with the rhythm, in turn. After someone says their name, all the others repeat it in the same rhythm. Step 3: The facilitator encourages participants to find a new, different rhythm to pronounce their name, or to add a melody, or both. Going round in a circle again, each participant presents their idea and all the others repeat.
