Beyond Acting: The Value of Other Art Forms in Theater Class
Beyond Acting: The Value of Other Art Forms in Theater Class When I was a young girl, I studied piano and played it for ten years (you’d never know it to hear me now, however). I wanted to perform in theater, but it was discouraged by my parents until they realized I was serious about […]
Ten Steps in a Play Rehearsal in Youth Theater
Ten Steps in a Play Rehearsal in Youth Theater is one of those subjects you figure anyone who has acted at least once will know. Not so. This is a two part post. Next time, I’ll give you the rest of it, ok? Lately, I’ve read several posts from newbie teachers with no idea about […]
Critical Steps in Producing a Play or Musical: Set Design
Critical Steps in Producing a Play or Musical: Set Design Let’s talk about critical steps in producing a play or musical, shall we? I think a powerful, creative, unique set design is vital to a production. Depending upon the production budget (there’s that word again-it’s going to come up […]
Double Casting a Show? Here’s Advice
Double Casting a Show? Here’s Advice Are you double casting a show? Here’s advice. This is a subject near and dear to my heart. Willy Wonka, Jr. I have gobs of experience on this subject having directed mostly successful musicals and plays with adults and children for over thirty-eight years. Trust me when I say, […]