Tennessee Rep 2008-2009 Workshops
"Sundays with the Rep"
Tennessee Rep is thrilled to introduce 35 arts enrichment workshops to its 08-09 season. Workshop instructors are leading professionals in the Nashville area who offer a wide variety of artistic experience. Workshop categories include acting, auditions, combat, dialects, makeup, movement/dance, TV/film, technical theatre, voice, and other (playwriting, producing). Each class is designed for high school age and above. Workshops will take place on Sunday afternoons, October through May.
The workshop calendar, workshop descriptions, instructor bios and registration form can be found on our website:
http://tennesseerep.org/workshop_intro.php*November Workshops*MOVEMENT/DANCEViewpoints
Sunday, November 9; 1:00-4:00pm; maximum participants: 20
Instructor: Claire Syler
Viewpoints is a technique of improvisation that grew out of the postmodern dance world. It was first articulated by choreographer Mary Overlie who broke down the two dominant issues performers deal with—time and space—into six categories. She called her approach the Six Viewpoints. Since that time, Artistic Director Anne Bogart and SITI Company have expanded her notions and adapted them for actors. The Viewpoints allows a group of actors to function together spontaneously and intuitively and to generate bold, theatrical work quickly. It develops flexibility, articulation, and strength in movement and makes ensemble playing really possible. 3 hours.
Cost: $35
TECHWhat? I Have to Do Costumes, Too?
Sunday, November 16; 1:00-4:00pm; maximum participants: 15
Instructor: Trish Clark
This workshop will explore that frightening question of how to get organized for a big show on a small budget. Tennessee Rep Resident Costume Designer Trish Clark will discuss possibilities for making resources stretch as far as they will go to make a professional-quality production. Participants will learn about costume plots, organizing volunteers, conducting show-specific research, and costume rentals. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions to a resident costume designer and glean advice for their specific shows. The workshop will provide artists with the knowledge for making good design decisions. 3 hours.
Cost: $35
Stagecraft 101
Sunday, November 30; 1:00-5:00pm; maximum participants: 8
Instructor: Jonathan Hammel
This workshop will cover basic MIG welding, flat/platform construction, and other basic carpentry used when creating sets for theatrical productions. 4 hours.
Cost: $40
VOICEIntroduction to Voice & Diction for the Stage
Sunday, November 16; 1:00-5:00pm; maximum participants: 20
Instructor: David Alford
This workshop will present the basics on warming up, the mechanics of good vocal production, how everything works in there, tips for good vocal health, group exercises, stretches to physically "free the voice," etc. Another goal will be to identify individual problem areas and recommend what to seek help/work on. 4 hours.
Cost: $40
*December Workshops*
ACTING
Tableaux: Artful Specificity
Sunday, December 7; 1:00-4:00pm; maximum participants: 20
Instructors: Robert Kiefer, Carol Ponder
Tableaux are windows into the world of theatre. Relying mostly on body language and physical interpretations of events and emotions rather than words, they're often less intimidating than other types of improvisatory theatre work. They also allow actors—inexperienced or old hands—the opportunity to experience or remember what it feels like to make very specific choices about posture, breath, gesture, center-of-gravity placement, balance, focus, and intention: things that make the difference between a stellar and an adequate performance. Participants will be guided through several types of tableaux (single, sequential, moving, with and without words) starting from various stimuli (photographs, paintings, and abstract concepts). Actors will take away new habits of mind and body to help them create their next on-stage characters in vivid, revealing detail. 3 hours. Cost: $35
COMBAT
Broadsword: 14's a Crowd
Sunday, December 21; 1:00-5:00pm; maximum participants: 14
Instructor: David Wilkerson
This workshop will focus on the basics of broadsword combat: movement, parries, attacks, special moves, etc. In the second half, we'll focus on the unique skills required by the group fight. Ever dreamed of being Conan hacking through a horde of enemies? Well, now's your chance! 4 hours. Cost: $45
OTHER
Producing 101
Sunday, December 14; 1:00-5:00pm; maximum participants: 25
Instructor: David Alford
The basics of how to set up production companies, the realistic costs involved, the realistic time commitments involved, the ins and outs of finding a space, advertising, etc.—A primer for people who want to get their own vision out there and are tired of waiting. 4 hours. Cost: $35
TECH
Fun with Caulk
Sunday, December 7; 1:00-3:00pm; maximum participants: 12
Instructor: Gary C. Hoff
Is your set missing that extra bit of detail that would take it from just okay to great? Join us for a workshop in how to create dimensional decoration with everyday latex caulk. This simple technique can turn ordinary molding, furniture, and props into something really unique. With a standard tube of white latex caulk, a caulk gun, and some simple steps you can be on your way. 2 hours. Cost: $50 (includes a $20 materials fee)
Scene Painting Basics: Wood & Stone
Sunday, December 14; 1:00-4:00pm; maximum participants: 8
Instructor: Erica Edmondson
This hands-on workshop will begin with a complete introduction to the tools and materials common in theatrical scenic painting. An explanation of basic techniques will be given, and participants will use demonstrated skills to create four different samples to take home. Participants will also be given a basic brush set and printed handouts. 3 hours. Cost: $55 (includes a $20 materials fee)
TV/FILMAuditioning for the Camera
Sunday, December 14; 1:00-5:00pm; maximum participants: 16
Instructor: Holly Allen
This workshop will include a variety of topics including what casting directors look for, empowering yourself as an actor, calming your nerves, taking risks, analyzing a script, making strong choices, audition etiquette, working with a partner, image and type and how to book a job. In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to work on camera and receive direction in the takes and feedback in the review. Each participant will receive information to take home with tons of tips, advice, local acting websites, books to read, union info, and agency contact information. 4 hours. Cost: $50