Carmen-Taylor Raven, Matthew Cairns-photo-by-Duane-Tinkey
Quamino's Map-Curtis Bannister, Flora Hawk-Photo-by-Michael-Brosilow
Intimacy Direction
An Intimacy Director, often referred to as an ID, is a choreographer, a movement coach, an advocate for actors, and a liaison between actors and production for scenes that involve nudity/hyper-exposed work, simulated sex acts, and intimate physical contact in Live Performance.*description from IDC
Kat is a highly experienced professional, backed by a Certification from Columbia College Chicago for Intimacy Direction for Live Performance and Film. Kat has also received training from Theatrical Intimacy Educators, IDI, and Intimacy Directors and Choreographers.
Kat's artistry is not just about choreography; it’s transformative. Using consent-and resilience-based practices, Kat establishes clear boundaries and intentional communication among performers and the production team. By creating a Supportive Space, Kat empowers artists to do their bravest work while supporting the storyline and production team.
Every move and touch is orchestrated with precision and passion, resulting in a powerful and meaningful experience.
Consulting
What are the best practices for consent-based hiring and production management?
What can companies do to improve internal communications and communications with outside artists for each show produced in a Season?
Combining her 15+ years of experience in corporate finance and training with knowledge of production management, conflict resolution, and consent-forward communication practices, Kat will collaborate with your company to identify current gaps in consent-based practices, improve communication, and help cultivate cross-departmental collaboration.
This will include learning and implementing best practices for informed consent hiring practices, building ensembles during and outside rehearsals, and establishing communication guidelines from the start to the finish of every Season.
Hindsight-Lucas Bouk,Reuben Lillie-Photo-by-Chicago Fringe