The invitation is authenticity and presence. Artistic and personal freedom.
Our residency supports artists in reconnecting with their authenticity and essence—releasing limiting conditioning in both body and mind. The goal is to nourish their unique artistry in whatever they do, whether applied to a role in a project or their own creative work.
Designed with actors in mind—this residency offers a focused, distraction-free environment to dive deep into your area of focus.
Typically structured as a week-long immersive experience, the residency can be adapted to fit your rehearsal schedule, shoot dates, or creative process.
FLEXIBLE
DATES
3+ DAYS
Some participants stay a full week while others come for just 3 days. Choose what works best for you.
CHOOSE YOUR
ACCOMMODATION
STAY LOCAL
Accommodation is available for an additional fee, or you're welcome to arrange your own stay nearby.
HOURS OF
TARGETED TRAINING
15+ HOURS
Working sessions with Yorgos will be limited to 4–5 hours per day, not including any additional specialized sessions.
PRIVATE TIME
FOR REFLECTION
INTEGRATE
You’ll also have time to explore the island and process the work as personal reflection is essential for growth.
PERSONALISED COACHING
TO SUIT YOUR ARTISTRY
Personally tailored by Physical Lab founder and director Yorgos Karamalegos to meet your unique artistic and professional goals, the Private Residency offers a rare opportunity to reconnect with your creative instinct in a uniquely inspiring environment.
The uniquely tailored residency integrates the following core elements:
The format is fully adapted to fit your priorities, which will be predefined in a call with Yorgos prior to the retreat—selecting only the most impactful chapters from the programme, as well as creating new ones to suit your needs and current goals.
Everything is designed to support your growth and evolution as a performer.
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ACTING & EMBODIMENT TRAINING
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ROLE PREPARATION
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CAREER COACHING & STRATEGY
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
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EXPLORATION OF EMOTIONAL BLOCKS
WHAT TO EXPECT
Pre-Retreat Preparation
Before the retreat, you'll engage in a creative dialogue with Yorgos to clarify your focus and unique needs. You may also be asked to prepare multiple scenes to support deeper exploration aligned with your goals.
Visit to Aptera Theatre
One of your sessions will take place at the ancient theatre of Aptera; an unforgettable experience that combines the energy of the space with the powerful acoustics and history of the site.
Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Upon arrival, Yorgos will host a welcome dinner at a select restaurant where you can connect, unwind, and begin exploring where you are in your research, consciousness work, and retreat preparation.
Inspiration Discovery
Based on your goals, Yorgos will curate a special session to reignite your creative inspiration. This may include a film viewing, theater outing, or another experience designed to nourish your artistic process.
Coaching & Embodiment
Across several days, you’ll engage in focused 3- to 4-hour sessions that combine various dedicated coaching and embodiment practices to deepen and support your creative journey.
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Ready to take the next step and apply for the Physical Lab Private Residency? Please complete the form below with all the required details.
If you have a general idea of when you'd like to attend, use the designated field to indicate your preferred dates. Please note that final residency dates are subject to availability and must align with the schedules of both Physical Lab and the instructor.
"Beyond the originality and the exotic character of a retreat in Crete for the creation of my performance, I found a sense of serenity and depth that allowed me to bring a new dimension to my work. The island’s effect on me [was] powerful. Its nature, its sea, and above all its unique energy helped me refocus on what truly matters: myself and the artistic process. Everything superficial naturally fades away in this context—and that’s a blessing.
Yorgos’ work is in perfect continuity with what Crete awakens in me: a deeper anchoring in the body, access to buried emotions, the courage to take risks, and the pursuit of a sincerity that can only enrich the creative process.
More than an artistic approach, it is a true journey into the depths of the soul — one that seeks to serve art in its most authentic form."
RODA FAWAZ
Putain, Les Pas Perdus, Alter Ego, 1985
Three-time Private Residency Attendee
"Working with Yorgos for 10 days in Crete, preparing for a TV part was an amazing experience! Even in moments of self-doubt and fatigue, when you face your own wall, he was always there fully present with me, both with great care and rigour! I have been working with Yorgos for about 8 years, and he always gives me strength and tools to keep going forward."
CYRIL GUEÏ
Hitman, Meeting With Pol Pot, Zénithal,
More than Strangers, Little Ones