Directors Workshop 

.Thespians! Dreamers! Creative Thinkers! Have you ever wanted to put on a play? Have you ever considered being part of a big -or small!- production? I have an offer you can refuse, but you may not want to! Playhouse 395 Is offering a “Orientation to Theatrical Production” class, that will run concurrently with our next production “Little Shop of Horrors” Taught by veteran Director and Actor Martha Reynolds This course will cover all aspects of production, to include:  Production Overview: roles and responsibilities of the production team Producer and associates, Director and associates Vocal Director Orchestra Conductor Choreographer Stage Manager/Engineer Props Manager House Management/ticket sales/usher coordinator Publicity Set carpenter Set designer Costume coordinator Participants will learn: How to pick a play Holding Auditions How to cast a play Conducting Drills on warm ups, basic acting, giving stage directions Ways and means of telling a coherent, enhanced story telling using creative staging, imaginative use of space, creating interest with lights and sound Staging essentials: Set design, use of props, costume acquisition Leadership essentials First meeting is at the audition workshop January 22, 2020, 6PM BUHS auditorium Attendance in one rehearsal a week is required, students will rotate through all aspects of production with production leaders Scheduling will be flexible to accommodate all participants Participation in all performances, assisting in all aspects of the performance. For more info, contact Martha at 760-873-8695 [email protected]

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