[e-drive][WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL16]
Chris Blanchenot
chris at caea.com
Fri Apr 16 11:17:04 EDT 2004
Please direct all responses and inquiries directly to the theatre or
association listed in the e-drive notice below.
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WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL16
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1. DASHING BLADES - VANCOUVER
2. SHAKESPEAREAN TEXT AND SCENE STUDY - VANCOUVER
3. ACTOR AND/OR PLAYWRIGHT TRAINING CAMP - TORONTO - HALIBURTON
4. STAGE COMBAT SAFETY WORKSHOP - TORONTO
5. BREAKING THE RULES - TORONTO
6. MASTER CLASS WITH HENRY WOOLF - HALIFAX
1. DASHING BLADES - VANCOUVER
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As actor we all know that the more desirable we make ourselves the more
roles we will get. We at Dashing Blades are here to help performers do
just that. We offer a wide array of training in weapons use for stage
and film acting. With the skills attained from Dashing Blades actors
can now move to the top of the selection list when competing against
someone without any training in the weapons or unarmed skills that are
needed for a film or play. We would like to ask if you would be able to
forward our flyers on to your members so we may help them advance even
further in this ever growing and competitive market.
More and more films and TV shows need the services of actors and special
abilities extras who can work with firearms safely. Gun Fu provides
actors and stunt people with these skills. It's also a crash course the
different ways in which police, S.W.A.T, and military personal work with
guns.
A large part of our courses are taught by F. Braun McAsh, who has taught
these skills to hundreds of actors over the years and was the Sword
Master for the T.V. series "Highlander".
$85 for each day-long workshop or $65 for Equity members
$150 for two one-day workshops or $120 for equity members.
For more information on this workshop, contact the Dashing Blades
Workshop Coordinator at workshops at dashingblades.com or call (604)
808-6877
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2. SHAKESPEAREAN TEXT AND SCENE STUDY - VANCOUVER
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ONGOING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING IN SHAKESPEAREAN TEXT AND SCENE STUDY
* comprehending the text
* finding the truth of the scene and communicating it through the
words
* marrying the words to compelling active choices
* exploring the differences between prose and verse
* iambic pentameter - what is it; when and why is it used
* using Shakespeare to grow as an actor
This course will demystify certain aspects of Shakespeare that tend to
intimidate actors, such as:
the antiquated language
the rhythm
the long soliloquies and speeches
the historical context of relationships
differentiating between the epic, the comic and the everyday
unearthing the hidden patterns that provide clues to finding your
character
bridging the gap between the character's truth and your truth
the use of passion versus detachment
discovering the path towards relating Shakespeare to contemporary
experience, resulting in audience accessibility
THE INSTRUCTOR
Donald Adams has been an actor and teacher for over twenty five years.
He has performed Shakespearean roles across Canada and the U.S. for the
Stratford Festival, The Canadian Stage, The Playhouse, The Citadel, The
Arts Club and Bard on the Beach. Donald has taught acting at The
Stratford Festival, The Maggie Bassett Studio, University of Waterloo
and Sir Wilfred Laurier University, as well as five seasons on the
faculty of The Young Shakespearean Training Program at Bard on the
Beach. He is a two time Jessie award winning actor who looks forward to
playing the title role in Bard's upcoming production of Macbeth.
WHO: EXPERIENCED ACTORS ONLY PLEASE - APPLICATIONS DUE BY APRIL 25 FOR
MAY SESSION AND SUBJECT TO INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL - 10 STUDENTS MAX PER
CLASS.
WHAT: TWO CLASSES AVAILABLE - BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED
WHEN: MONDAYS MAY 10, 17 24, 31. AND THURSDAYS, MAY 6, 13, 20, 27. 7PM -
11 PM
WHERE: 138 EAST CORDOVA/JUST WEST OF MAIN
HOW MUCH: - $250/MO - EQUITY/ACTRA/UBCP DISCOUNT $200/MO
NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $125 DUE UPON ACCEPTANCE INTO CLASS IN ORDER
TO HOLD SPACE - REMAINING BALANCE DUE FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS.
IN THE EVENT THAT A PARTICIPANT MUST CANCEL, DEPOSIT CAN BE APPLIED TO A
FUTURE CLASS.
CONTACT JO BATES AT 604-739-7829 OR jobates at excite.com FOR ENROLMENT
INFORMATION.
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3. ACTOR AND/OR PLAYWRIGHT TRAINING CAMP - TORONTO - HALIBURTON
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The Actor's Retreat is an exciting, newly established actor and/or
playwright training camp for professionals and instructors- hosting some
of Canada's most sought after instructors including Judith Thompson,
Paul Lampert and David Smukler.
It is an all-inclusive 5 day acting or playwrighting intensive designed
to be affordable to the artist! It departs from Toronto and runs from
Aug. 29th to Sept. 2nd at Camp White Pine in beautiful Haliburton,
Ontario
Total cost including travel, food and lodging is $599 ($479.20 for
equity members)Non-equity members can save $30 if application is
received before May 1st.
For all info and to register visit: www.theactorsretreat.com
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4. STAGE COMBAT SAFETY WORKSHOP - TORONTO
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Rapier Wit's
Stage Combat Safety Workshop
Sunday May 2
At the Rapier Wit Studio
11 am- 4:00 pm
$267.50*
$160.50* for students and members of Rapier Wit, ACTRA, Equity, IATSE
if paid in full before April 28th
*Space is limited. A $50 non-refundable deposit is needed to hold a
space.
The stage combat safety workshop is a one-day intensive class which
covers the foundations of stage combat and stage safety.
Class work covers:
a.. How to notate choreography
b.. What makes weapons 'stage safe'
c.. Safe storage and transportation of weapons
d.. Fight safety and aesthetics
e.. Techniques for safe rolls and falls
f.. General unarmed techniques
g.. Basic parries and footwork of the sword
This course is ideal for stage managers, fight captains and weapons
handlers, and those interested in working in these capacities. It's
also an excellent entry course for actors just starting out, and
directors who wish to build up their stage combat vocabulary. Join us
to play safe, look great and have fun!
Also
Rapier Wit's
Combat For Film Class
Taught by
John Stead
Take part in this exciting and seldom-offered workshop! This class will
focus on armed and unarmed combat for film. We will exam the angles,
timing, focus, and preparation that make a film fight scene safe and
effective. This is one of the best opportunities to learn the
fundamental differences between film and stage combat. Rapier Wit is
very fortunate to get John during one of his infrequent free moments. So
don't miss out on the chance to work with this very experienced director
and stunt master. Class size will be limited so every student will be
able to benefit from John's specific and immediate feedback throughout
the workshop.
Saturday May 15
Sunday May 16
At the Rapier Wit Studio
10:00 - 4:00
$474.50 (includes GST)*
$374.50 for Students, members of Rapier Wit, FDC, ACTRA, and Equity
If paid before May 10th
A $100 non-refundable deposit is needed to hold a space.
Times, and dates are subject to change.
For more information, or to book classes, please call
Daniel Levinson at (416) 534-1947
Or check out his web site at www.rapierwit.com Daniel at rapierwit.com
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5. BREAKING THE RULES - TORONTO
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*****BREAKING THE RULES*****
Actors, Writers, Directors, Producers, Musicians
~Are you still playing a small game?
~Do you know what your competitive edge is?
~Why doesn't the industry know you?
~Does financial instability get in the way?
~What fears are holding you back from realizing your dream?
A power packed weekend workshop led by entertainment/business coach and
author
BARBARA DEUTSCH.
"Barbara understands the artist's worst enemy is themselves. With her
gift
for crystal clear objectives and insight into the neurosis that plagues
all
artists, she is able to isolate an individual's block and move through
it
with laser-like precision."
-Peter Outerbridge, Actor - "Trudeau," "Men With Brooms," "Marine Life"
"Barbara is the queen of plain speak - simple, direct, and honest. She
has
way of taking a problem you've been struggling with, zeroing in, and
solving
it within minutes."
-Marilu Henner, Actress/Best-Selling Author
WHEN: June 5 and 6, 2004, 10am - 6pm
COST: CAEA and WIFT members: $250, non-members: $312
CONTACT: 416.275.8011 OR leighrfc at hotmail.com
*****LEARN MORE ABOUT BARBARA'S WORK AT www.bdapproach.com*****
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6. MASTER CLASS WITH HENRY WOOLF - HALIFAX
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Theatre Nova Scotia, Eastern Front Theatre and Canadian Actor's Equity
Association Present:
An Acting /Directing Master Class with Henry Woolf
This three day scene study intensive lead by acclaimed master class
teacher Henry Woolf is being planned for actors and directors in the
Atlantic region.
The workshop is scheduled to take place in Halifax on May 15, 16, and
17th 2004 and will consist of four groupings of one director and three
actors all working under the direction of Mr. Woolf.
Henry Woolf is a renowned actor, director, and master teacher. He is
presently the head of the University of Saskatchewan's Drama Department.
Some of the highlights of Mr. Woolf's extensive career include directing
a production of Harold Pinter's first play The Room at the University of
Bristol Drama Department in 1957, acting in Eugene Inoesco's Rhinoceros
with Sir Laurence Olivier directed by Orson Wells in 1960, appearing in
Peter Brook's Marat Sade in London and Broadway in 1963, as well as
appearing in numerous films such as The Lion in Winter and The Rocky
Horror Picture Show. Mr. Woolf is at Eastern Front's On The Waterfront
Festival performing his one man show Monologue written for him by
Harold Pinter.
There will be room for 16 participants, 13 positions for Canadian
Actor's Equity members and 3 positions for non-equity members.
The workshop costs $160 per person, $150 for Theatre Nova Scotia
members, $85 for equity members. Pre-payment and pre-registration is
required.
For more information or to register call Theatre Nova Scotia at 425-3876
or email theatrens at theatrens.ca
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