Rehearsal for “Carousel Waltz”
January 3, 2014
Teenaged actors and closeness…
January 2, 2014
It had been awhile since I’d seen good theatre, not that what I’ve seen lately wasn’t good per say, but this was just a whole different level. This past weekend I spent most of my time in a Broadway theatre house of some sort, watching actors sing, dance and perform classics. Yes, they were amazing, … More Teenaged actors and closeness…
Six Wicked Cool Skills I Got From Being a Theatre Kid
December 28, 2013
Better bloggers than I have praised the triumph and bemoaned the heartbreak of being a theatre major. While getting my BFA has certainly had its perks, many of my most valuable skills came from the six years I spent in junior high and high school as part of a youth acting troupe. Whether in a … More Six Wicked Cool Skills I Got From Being a Theatre Kid
You know you’re wearing shop jeans when…
December 17, 2013
You know all the stories from the various tears and holes, but can’t for the life of you figure out if that stain is food, paint or blood.
Backstage
December 16, 2013
Ever since I joined Theatre, I’ve been fascinated with the backstage areas of theatres – to me, it’s where the real magic happens. It’s where ordinary people become that which is other than themselves. It’s where humans become beasties, and shop assistants become princesses. It’s where through the application of make-up, a person transforms. I’ve … More Backstage
Where the devil are my slippers?
December 14, 2013
I had an epiphany the other night. Many classic musicals have a not-so-hidden subtext about gender roles and power. Consider the three most popular shows by Rodgers & Hammerstein: “The King and I”: Lower-status woman falls for a higher-status wealthy older man. “The Sound of Music”: Lower-status woman falls for a higher-status wealthy older man. … More Where the devil are my slippers?
When I leave rehearsal and remember I have to write a paper
December 12, 2013
Design a Carousel Horse!
December 11, 2013
This February, Homestead High School presents the musical “Carousel.” This Rogers and Hammerstein classic was voted best 20th century musical by Time Magazine. But in order for this musical to happen, we need your help! We have Carousel horses to paint, but no ideas! So, send us your completed colored horse and you could win … More Design a Carousel Horse!
Weight Room time: Carousel
December 11, 2013
So, I thought it time to write about our new thing during rehearsals for the musical… Weight Room training! I hope I don’t jinx it! It all started last Thursday when I was working with my Carnival Dancers. I tried to teach them two very hard lifts, that we decided we all could do if … More Weight Room time: Carousel
One Act Amuses Me
December 6, 2013
As I sit here in a new trimester, with no One Act class I smile. No, it’s not because I’m happy I don’t have those kids anymore, I smile because it’s 2nd hour and I’ve already seen most of them already. They just can’t stay away! As I look back at the trimester and read … More One Act Amuses Me
Act Out 