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WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 18
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1. EQUITY SHOWCASE WORKSHOPS - TORONTO
2. MUSIC THEATRE AUDITION WORKSHOP - TORONTO
3. ADULT TAP CLASSES - TORONTO
4. NEW YORK JAZZ WORKSHOP - TORONTO


1. EQUITY SHOWCASE WORKSHOPS - TORONTO
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# 1508 The Modern Monologue with Rod Ceballos
Tues & Thurs 2- 5 pm
Mar 8- 24
6 classes
CAEA $280  Non-CAEA $360
Deadline for application: Feb 24

Int/Adv

Students will be expected to have a memorized monologue for the first
class.  

This class will focus on the exploration and presentation of modern
monologues. This exploration will move from the workshop into the
audition setting to enable the actor to establish a visceral connection
to the playwright's material, and work on how to keep the "live"
connection resonating and fresh from one audition to the next. Language
and punctuation will also be examined as a key to learning the
playwright's intentions and to unlocking the emotions of the actor and
the emotional life of the character.  Other areas to be investigated:
finding the physical, emotional, and verbal freedom to make choices in
the presentation of the monologue; courage, boldness, directness; the
importance of total preparation; the audition itself and SIMPLICITY.
This class will best serve those who have a desire to grow as artists
through risk and failure.  Disciplined rehearsal outside of class is
essential.   

Instructor: Rod Ceballos

# 1526 Advanced Scene Study with RH Thomson 
Tues  & Thurs 1- 4 pm
Mar 8- 31
8 classes
CAEA $330  Non-CAEA $420
Deadline for application: Feb 24
Advanced

Renowned actor and director, RH Thomson brings his unique approach to
acting, using scene work from the contemporary and classical repertoire.
Participants will be expected to do a considerable amount of rehearsing
outside of class time.  This is not a class for beginner actors.
Significant training and professional experience is required. 

Instructor: RH Thomson

A few spots left in 

-# 1531 Tax Time with Brian Borts (Monday, Feb 21 7-10 pm)- ONLY $10 for
Equity Members 

-#1529 Producer Works (Sat, Feb 19 1- 7 pm)- ONLY $30 for Equity Members

Please call the office to FAST-TRACK your application!!! More info at
www.equityshowcase.ca
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2. MUSIC THEATRE AUDITION WORKSHOP - TORONTO
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Music Theatre Audition Workshop 
Saturday, March 5, 2005
10:00am-4:00pm
Queen Street East Presbyterian Church
947 Queen Street East (Queen/Carlaw)
Cost-$90.00 ($75.00 for Equity members)

Director Elizabeth Beeler and choreographer David W. Smith present a one
day audition intensive.  Participants will run through a mock audition
process and be given specific feedback about how to improve their odds
of landing a role.

Part 1:  The Dance Call
Step your way through a dance/movement audition.  Learn how to play up
your strengths and compensate for flaws with useful tips for both
dancers and non-dancers.  Participants should wear comfortable clothing
and appropriate footwear for this section.

Part 2:  Individual Audition
Participants will present a mock audition. They should prepare one
musical theatre song, and one short monologue of no more than 2 minutes.
Participants must bring sheet music in the correct key, and be very
familiar with their selections to facilitate coaching. As in a real
audition, they may be cut off, asked for their monologue, or asked to do
a cold reading. Tips will be given on selecting material, and acting
while singing.

Part 3:  Second Chance
Participants will have a second chance to present ONE of their pieces,
allowing them the opportunity to implement the tips and advice from the
instructors.

Space is limited.  For more information, or to reserve a spot, please
email mads at sympatico.ca Or call (416) 579-2470
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3. ADULT TAP CLASSES - TORONTO
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Back by popular demand! Another round of Adult Tap Classes will begin
March 1, 2005. 
A great chance to learn in a safe and fun environment!
Six week session held Tuesday evenings, March 1-April 5, 2005

3 levels: Absolute Beginner (Tap shoes suggested but not required)
Advanced Beginner (2-3 years of Tap/great for people that tapped in
school or shows but are rusty)
Intermediate (4 years+ of intense Tap training, accelerates quickly)

$110(includes gst) for all six classes ($88 for Equity members)

Classes will be held at the Cabbagetown Community Arts Centre (454
Parliament)
Pre-registration required. No drop-ins please. 
Please contact Allison at 
416-487-4927 or 
allison_plamondon at hotmail.com for more info or to register.

Allison Plamondon is a Toronto based teacher/choreographer/performer.
Her 
own Tap work has been showcased in fFIDA, 2004 (Urban Matinee series), 
"Twelfth Night: the Coming of a New Don" (Equity Showcase),"Heart
Sapphire" 
(River Run Centre, Guelph), the Maud Whitmore Benefit Concert
(Confederation 
Centre for the Arts, Charlottetown), and most recently the "Cabaret at
the 
Great Hall" (a benefit for diabetes). Highlights in Tap training include
The 
Tradition in Tap/ Four Step Brothers Workshop (Jazz Tap Center, New
York) 
and the Manhattan Tap Rhythm Tap Intensive (New York). Allison also
teaches 
Tap at Sheridan College and Randolph Academy
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4. NEW YORK JAZZ WORKSHOP - TORONTO
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New York Jazz classes with Leigh Torlage

New York Jazz is Fosse style, theatre jazz dance that is perfect for the
dancer, actor and/or singer.  Classes are technically based with the
emphasis on individual style and performance quality.  Classes are
professional, fast-paced, energetic, challenging, inspiring and FUN!
Dance from an acting perspective.

LEIGH TORLAGE has been teaching New York Jazz since 1996 at Harbour
Dance Centre (Vancouver), University of BC (Vancouver), Studio Bizz
(Montreal) and most recently Sheridan College (Oakville.)  Students say,
"inspiring! wicked! awesome! so much fun! thank you! finally! love it!" 

LEVEL:		INTERMEDIATE AND UP (a basic dance foundation required)

WHEN:		SATURDAYS 2:30PM-4:00PM 

WHERE:		MADDISON DANCE & THEATRE STUDIOS, 190 Richmond St. East,
2nd Floor

HOW MUCH:	$13	DROP IN/$10	EQUITY RATE (with card)

For more details, please visit: www.nyjazzco.com or email Leigh directly
at leigh at nyjazzco.com
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