Capturing the art of extravagance and the sinister relics of the Brothers Grimm, “Rose and the Rime” is no ordinary fairytale. For one thing, it takes place in the “magical” state of Michigan, in a fictional town that hasn’t seen the likes of a beach barbeque in years due to the curse of the Rime … More Once Upon a Time…
“For most actors, characterization means chiefly what their characters won’t do. As soon as an actor puts such a limitation on his work, he’s being less than himself, imprisoned in a straightjacket of don’ts… make choices that give you the maximum possible involvement. If there’s a possibility, however unlikely, however remote, that you might love … More a straightjacket of don’ts
We know auditions are usually an actor’s least favorite activity (Second only to Tech rehearsals that run past midnight). There’s so much pressure; so much anticipation. Fear. Confidence. Doubt! Excitement! Terror!! Ego!!! And that’s just your first 10 seconds in the ensemble room… We want you to enjoy the audition process as much as is … More Casting …
Sometimes, when I see photos like this, I can’t wrap my mind around how people can focus on giving natural, nuanced performances while surrounded by people pointing screens and cameras at them. Film acting is such a different world than stage acting. I can’t imagine the mindset necessary to stop and start from various places … More Film acting
To my Dearest Theatre, I met you so long ago on a detour through my friendship with dance, and I must say that it’s been a wonderful friendship. We have laughed a lot through the years, I mean remember when you made me dress up as Daddy Warbucks in a bald cap and everything? Or … More Letter to a Friend
The Hobbit will run Oct. 18-20 in Homestead’s James Barr Auditorium, 5000 West Mequon Road, Mequon WI, with Friday and Saturday performances at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $7 for students, $8 for adults, and those who donate money or needed items for the rescue mission will receive $1 … More The Hobbit Trailer
…but I keep it on the inside. How often does this happen to you guys?
Written By: Katie Bandurski Tissue paper flowers litter the stage, bolts of fabric clutter the costume room, actors gather in the Black Box Theatre, adamantly performing warm ups. Production for Homestead High School’s version of The Hobbit is in full swing. Focusing on the adventures of Bilbo Baggins as he unwillingly accompanies a band of … More Theatre for Social Justice: The Hobbit
Why this theme for the season? Why not? Theatre has been used for centuries to bring to light to social issues, to protest, to uplift and to teach. At Homestead, we feel that we should use theatre to shed light on some social issues that seem to fall through the cracks. We are not here … More Theatre For Social Justice: The Hobbit
“My parents certainly didn’t have anything to do with the theatre. I’m some kind of accident.” – Alan Rickman
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