The Workshops
School of the Arts Room Schedule (SOTA)
| THURSDAY - JUNE 25TH | |||||
| ROOM | 9:00 - 10:15 | 10:30 - 11:45 | 12:00 - 1:00 | ||
| Theatre | Not Available | Not Available | AACT State Meetings | ||
| Computer Lab | Green Theatre | Funny Thing On Way To Printer | |||
| Humanities Classroom (4th) | Chautauqua's - Solo Historical Performance | Chautauqua's - Solo Historical Performance | |||
| Instrumental Music Studio | Festival Readings/Overnight Festivals | Dodging Explosions | |||
| Humanities Classroom (2) | Spoken Word Performance | Jellybean Conspiracy | |||
| Club SOTA | New Resources Musical Theater-MTI | Child's Play -Running Summer T.Program | |||
| FRIDAY - JUNE 26TH | |||||
| ROOM | 9:00 - 10:15 | 10:30 - 11:45 | 12:00 - 1:00 | ||
| Theatre | Splash - Goes the Actor | Splash Goes the Actor (Repeat) | AACT ANNUAL MEETING | ||
| Computer Lab | Green Theatre (Repeat) | When You've Seen One Board | |||
| Humanities Classroom (4th) | Spoken Word Performance (Repeat) | A Blind Guy Walks into the Theatre | |||
| Instrumental Music Studio | New Resources Musical Theater-MTI (Repeat) | Even Stanislavski Liked a Good Song | |||
| Humanities Classroom (2) | Festival Readings/Overnight Festivals (Repeat) | Dodging Explosions (Repeat) | |||
| Club SOTA | How To Do Big Musicals/Small Spaces | How To Do Big Musicals/Small Spaces (Repeat) | |||
| SATURDAY - JUNE 27TH | |||||
| ROOM | 9:00 - 10:15 | 10:30 - 11:45 | 11:00 - 1:00 | ||
| Theatre | AACT Board Meeting | AACT Board Meeting | AACTFest Public Comment Meeting | ||
| Humanities Classroom (4th) | When You've Seen One Board (Repeat) | A Blind Guy Walks into the Theatre (Repeat) | |||
| Instrumental Music Studio | Stand By - Cue-Go | Stand By - Cue-Go (Repeat) | |||
| Humanities Classroom (2) | Jellybean Conspiracy (Repeat) | Funny Thing On Way To Printer | |||
| Club SOTA | Child's Play -Running Summer T.Program | Even Stanislavski Liked a Good Song (Repeat) | |||
| Dance Studio | Movement/Healing | ||||
| (Pantages Studio) | Costuming - Distressing Situation | Costuming - Distressing Situation (Repeat) | |||
| Admin | Artistic | Tech |
Adjudication Workshops (1)
The Adjudication Workshop
Facilitated by–Annette Procunier
World-renowned adjudication specialist Annette Procunier, from Ontario, Canada, will once again conduct the Adjudication Workshop during AACTFest ’09 in Tacoma, WA.
Workshop takes place in Broadway Center Rehearsal Hall
Administrative Workshops (3)
The Green Theater
Facilitated by Ian Garrett, MFA and Miranda Wright, MFA - Center for Sustainable Practices in the Arts (Valencia, CA)
In today’s world, going green has transitioned from being a commercial catch phrase into a necessity for smart business planning. The arts industries are no exception to the demand for environmentally conscious products. This workshop will discuss the environmental values and financial benefits of going green.
When you’ve Seen One Board… You’ve Seen One Board Setting
Facilitated by Melissa L. Ness - Connections Unlimited (Topeka, KS)
In an era of ever-increasing scrutiny on the functioning and effectiveness of non-profit boards, this is a workshop you won't want to miss. This workshop will cover everything from setting strategic direction, to understanding the board’s roles and legal responsibilities, to creating a perfect combination of board member skills.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the....Printer
Facilitated by Christi Thomas, Journalist (Sidney, OH)
Whether you’re editing a newsletter for 100 subscribers or 1500, here are some tips on "how to" and "how not to" make your newsletter fun and reader-friendly? Christi will suggest ideas for use of fonts, graphics, articles, and even the postage stamps you use to make your subscribers wait at their mailboxes.
Artistic Workshops (6)
Movement, Healing, Ritual, and Performance
Facilitated by Adam McKinney Co-Director of DNA Works ( New York, NY)
This workshop investigates the systematic and oppressive structures in which we live and the effects of these structures on our bodies’ systems. Participants explore the use of movement and group ritual to collectively generate a new methodology for performance. Come prepared to move!
Spoken Word Performance: expanding skills and creating alliances
Facilitated by Kimberly Dark, Performer and Educator (San Diego, CA)
This workshop will be based on brief performed examples and scenarios from Kimberly’s decade of work with community theatres as a touring artist. It will explore the compelling nature of spoken word performance in its current incarnation, its implications as a form of performance art, and its relevance to theatre communities.
How to do BIG musicals in small spaces
Facilitated by Troy Arnold Fisher of Capital Playhouse ( Olympia, WA)
Do you ever find yourself wanting to do Oklahoma! but only have the space for I Do, I Do? Learn how to tackle all aspects of a large musical in a small performance space. From the choice of show to the end of the run, learn those tricks of the trade.
"Splash" Goes the Actor
Facilitated by Mark Kuntz, Professor of Theatre - Western Washington University (Bellingham, WA)
Did you ever wonder why a crowd will attend 30 football games but only one production of the same play? See how one rehearsed play and three sets of actors that have never before seen each other perform a production with all the unknowns of a football game. The workshop audience will be fascinated, watching three productions of the same play, seeing first hand how each set of actors brings a unique element to the play. You will never again say, "I have already seen that play."
Even Stanislavski Liked a Good Song
Facilitated by Leischen C. Moore, BA/MFA –Certified Vocal Pedagogy (Tacoma, WA)
Do you ever feel as if you leave your character behind when the orchestra begins? With a little help from Stanislavski you can bridge the gap from presentation to character driven reality. Bring your own song and begin the journey to the fully incorporated singer/actor (or is it actor/singer?). This workshop teaches how to incorporate the techniques of Stanislavski into the musical theatre song. Learn how to find a realistic goal for a character, what is standing in the way of a character's goal, and how to achieve that goal. Learn how to incorporate Stanislavski techniques into your own art immediately. Singing participation is encouraged but not mandated.
Chautauqua’s – Solo Historical Performances ready for that Community Event
Facilitated by Karen Haas, Historian and Story Teller (Tacoma, WA)
How many times has your community theatre been asked to provide entertainment at a local community historical event? Living history teacher Karen Haas will show you how to develop a one-person presentation ready for that special event. Topics include developing a historic “persona”, conducting research, acquiring period attire and marketing.
Technical Workshops (3)
Everything New is Old Again or the Art of Costume Distressing
Facilitated by Stephanie Poire', MFA - Professional Theatre Technician
Have you ever wondered how to make a new costume look 100 years old? In this workshop you will learn what tools to use to add age, character and texture to your costumes. You will learn recipes for dirt, blood and sweat, use spray bottles, dyes and paints to give your costumes both shadows and highlights. (This workshop will be held in the Pantages Paint studio)
"Stand by Cue 1, and GO"
Facilitated by Traci Towle, Freelance Stage Manager (Snohomish, WA)
In this workshop, Traci will address the true role of a stage manager and offer techniques to maximize your production by using your state manager effectively.
New Resources for Musical Theatre & Licensing In’s-And-Out’s
Facilitated by Brian O’Sullivan and Michael Macaione of Music Theatre International
Representatives from Music Theatre International will provide you with candid, supportive answers to enable you to produce money-making musicals. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to lower your royalties, and make your interaction with your licensing house both pain-free and fun! Included is a demonstration of MTI’s new RehearScorePLUS, MTI’s innovative music enhancement system: OrchEXTRA, and an introduction to MTI’s newest resources: Virtual Stage Management online and TheatreTix4U – two revolutionary tools that will change the way you think about theatre production! Be sure to stick around for the RehearScore Challenge, where you can win valuable prizes, including a FREE standard rental on your next show, a FREE RehearScore and Original Cast Recordings!
Other Workshops (5)
Dodging Explosions: Play Selection Made Easier
Facilitated by Sean Walbeck, Playwright (Bellingham, WA)
Tired of coming out of the play selection committee meeting with everyone upset and mutinous? Aside from casting, play selection is the most political and divisive business decision a theatre makes. This workshop will show you some simple, easy steps to make choosing a season the fun, collective activity it should be. Give your volunteers and artists a push in the right direction to minimize dissension and get everybody behind your season.
Child's Play: Running A Summer Theatre Arts Program for Kids
Facilitated by Kathy Dorgan, Creative Theatre Experience (Olympia, WA)
CTE was founded in 1981 and has been a destination for youth in the Northwest to learn all aspects of the performing arts. The children of today are the actors and audience of tomorrow. This workshop will share ideas for forming a summer program that parents and children will love. Learn how a program can grow and thrive even through trying times.
The Jellybean Conspiracy: Breaking Barriers for Actors with DD
Facilitated by Jennifer VanBruggen, Ed. Director - Topeka Civic Theatre (Topeka, KS)
Learn about a perfect opportunity for people with Developmental Disabilities to share their unique gifts with their community and watch remarkable relationships form between disabled and non-disabled actors. This workshop will touch on our efforts to bring our special theater to a wide audience, including legislators and state-wide organizations that support people with DD.
A Blind Guy Walks Into Your Theatre
Facilitated by Jon Skaalen, Program Coordinator - Access to Performing Arts VSA Arts of Minnesota
Your organization’s Access Plan can set the bar for how open and accessible you are to the community, including people with disabilities. Why is it important for your theatre to be accessible? Can you avoid lawsuits? Learn how to truly welcome people with disabilities to your theatre facility, your plays and programs. This workshop addresses the rationale and tips for the essentials -- planning for ASL interpreters, developing an Access Plan, convening an Access Committee, following Universal Design principles, and complying with the law on issues including hiring, auditioning, web site design, and other “reasonable accommodations.”
Festivals, Readings, Overnight Play Festivals: Weaving New Works into Your Theater
Facilitated by Sean Walbeck, Playwright (Bellingham, WA)
Is your theatre only producing plays that remind people how good the movie was? Maybe your troupe should try something new - and not lose your theatre's hard-to-win money on risky unknown plays. Here are some low-impact events that can widen your theatre's palette and possibly, your audience's depth.
