I am traveling through the great land of Poland. On bike. I began this adventure in hopes to discover the story of grandfather, Leonidas Dudarov Ossetynski, a great director, writer, actor, creator in the avant garde theater movement and deepen my connection to my Polish roots.I will perform street theater along the way and camp out under the stars. I will seek out the burning embers of Grotowski's theater and my family history.
On my bike I will bring two sets of clothing, one dress just in case, a mini accordion, various tools, camping supplies, peanut butter, a small DV camera to record the stories and adventures and some courage.I will travel from March 20th until the end of April and will see what I will see.Please contact me if you have connections in Poland, a floor to sleep on, a theater I should see, a story I should hear. My trip is flexible and open to the chance encounters along the way. I want to be seeped in the richness of Polish culture and be part of the celebration of Spring pouring out across the fields. Any and all help is appreciated.
My Interests
I'd like to meet:
Dadaists. Storytellers. Friends and family of Leonidas Dudarov Ossetynski. Gypsies. Experimental theater roustabouts.
My Blog
My preparation.
Three days to go til blast off. I attempt to be as grassroots about my preparation for this trip as possible. I will stay at anarchist squats, theater floors, official and unofficial campsites. Peo... Posted by on Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:50:00 GMT
Preparing for Poland
In one week I will leave for Poland. Little details of practicality bore me. Lets get on the plane and get this thing rollin!Please send along any Polish contacts. I want to meet any and all Pols p... Posted by on Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:30:00 GMT