ætherplough: Roots
Founded in 2008 by Susann Suprenant and Thom Sibbitt, ætherplough was formed in response to a need to create context for contemporary performance in Omaha. The three-fold mission: create, produce, present is our invitation to Omaha area artists of all backgrounds and Artists from around the country to explore Omaha as a rich site for contemporary performance. Come Play.
Values*We cultivate contemporary
performance by providing tools & infrastructure to encourage risk taking & innovation. *We forge bridges to nurture a vigorous & lasting artistic dialogue. *We sustain the creative process by compensating the work of individual artists and using our resources wisely.  Katie F-S (photo by Chris Machian) |
Collaboration*clear purpose
share goals state objectives expect positive outcomes rotate leadership take charge when leading delegate/accept responsibilities recognize importance of process and product *open communication want to learn “sit in a circle” share knowledge show more than tell share decision-making say yes to offers of others use the critical response process make offers without response expectations embrace listening despite the fear that we may be altered *full presence focus “take shoes off” relish time together honor the work space be patient with your understanding acknowledge multiple ways of knowing recognize benefits and dangers of humor work toward knowing yourself without judgment work toward revealing yourself without competition *trust and risk encourage extremes move before you think – surprise yourself become adept at both soloing and supporting acknowledge your own and others’ boundaries take responsibility for the safety of oneself and others strive for freedom built from trust rather than security built to assuage fear recognize the many ways that commitment is shown |
