[e-drive][WORKSHOP DIGEST - FEBRUARY 6]

[Chris Blanchenot]

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 - FEBRUARY 6
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1. The ShakespearCentre - Vancouver
2. Theatre Hybrid-Toronto

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1. The Shakespear Centre - 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

"Instead of waiting for a rich TV job, you should get into the theatre
and work hard. Call it the Bard's blast furnace. Actors who tackle
Shakespeare will be steeled to handle every challenge they encounter.
Because if you can do Shakespeare, you can do any modern play they throw
at you. But if you do TV for years, you cannot necessarily do
Shakespeare" - celebrated actor John Neville

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 - all applications due by February
15 for March session and subject to instructor approval. 10 student max
per class
WHAT: two classes available - beginer/intermidiate and advanced
WHEN: Mondays, March 8,15,22,29 and Thursdays, March 4,11,18,25
(Thursdays still tentative depending on demand)- 7-11pm
WHERE: 291 East 2nd - back door - ground level #99
HOW MUCH: - $225.00 /month - $180.00 for Equity members

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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2. Theatre Hybrid-Toronto
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Playing Shakespeare 
This three day workshop is designed to strengthen an actors ability to
play classical repertoire, as well as providing skills that would be
useful in any situation. Participants will be paired up and given the
scenes that will form the basis of the work for the session. Starting
with movement and ending with scene work, this workshop will give you an
opportunity to explore Shakespeare in greater depth. 

The morning of day one will begin with a movement class to reconnect and
centre the actor physically in the space and in relation to what
surrounds them. This will be followed by work on vocal production and
reminders of what releases a powerful and free voice. The afternoon will
be spent at the table beginning to work on the scenes. 
The remainder of the workshop will be spent finding strategies for
releasing the depth and emotional intensity of the repertoire. Part of
the time will be spent at the table unlocking the language. Then we will
move into exploring the physical shape of the scenes and the beginnings
of emotional connection with the texts, working towards finishing the
journey in each scene. Each group will spend equal time working through
their scenes and observing other groups\' work. 

Class size - minimum 8, maximum 15 
Date - February 23 to 25, 2004 each day runs from 10am to 6pm, Location
to be confirmed. Instructor - Andrew Freund 
Cost - $150 for non-Equity, $120 for Equity and $90 to audit (price
includes lunch) 

To register for any of Theatre Hybrid's workshops, contact: 
Heather Lacey, Associate Producer
Education and Development
workshops at theatrehybrid.com 
416-435-8541.   
For more info on Theatre Hybrid, visit our website at
www.theatrehybrid.com
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