[e-drive] E-DRIVE [WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 24]

Fri Jun 24 14:24:12 EDT 2005

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 JUNE 24
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1. APPLIED ARTS - CALGARY
2. EQUITY SHOWCASE WORKSHOPS - TORONTO
3. INTRODUCTION TO THE METHOD - TORONTO
4. MARTIAL MOVEMENT - TORONTO

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1. APPLIED ARTS - CALGARY
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Theatre of the Oppressed Training in Calgary:
Applied Arts is a five day workshop on the creative convergence of
community development, interactive drama, and direct social action. The
Applied Arts model is a participatory, performing arts-based,
anti-oppressive, community development practice that fosters
self-advocacy, community-based dialogue, and direct representation of
personal concerns and social issues.

The Applied Arts workshop offers theoretical exploration and practical
immersion in Theatre of the Oppressed techniques, focusing on the use of
Image and Forum Theatre to engage communities in critical discourse.
Dramatic team building, personal story-telling, anti-oppressive
analysis, improvisation, theatrical exploration, and creative problem
solving are all part of the Applied Arts process.

Applied Arts runs August 22 to 26, 2005, from 10:00am to 5:00pm each
day, at the University of Calgary. The cost is only $300 for the week
($200 for Equity members) and a sliding scale is offered, where needed.

For more information, contact:
Michele Decottignies, Artistic Director
Email:   michele at stage-left.org
Phone:  402.831.0455
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2. EQUITY SHOWCASE WORKSHOPS - TORONTO
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#1571 Musical Theatre Singing Workshop with Debora Joy
Mon 7- 10 pm 
July 4- Aug 15 (no class Aug 1) 
6 classes 
CAEA $240 Non-CAEA $300 
EXTENDED Deadline for application: Tues, June 28 

#1581 Beginner On- Camera with Ned Vukovic
Sun 6- 10 pm 
July 3- Aug 14 
(no class July 31) 
6 classes 
CAEA $310 Non-CAEA $390 
EXTENDED Deadline for application: Tues, June 28 

# 1582 Intermediate/ Advanced On- Camera with Ned Vukovic
Mon 6-10 pm 
July 4- Aug 15 
(no class Aug 1) 
6 classes 
CAEA $310 Non-CAEA $390 
EXTENDED Deadline for application: Tues, June 28 

#1584 Intro to Clown Intensive with Mike Kennard 
Fri 7- 10 pm, Sat 10 am- 6 pm & Sun 12- 5 pm
July 8- 10 
CAEA $240 Non-CAEA $300 
EXTENDED Deadline for application: Thurs, June 30 

# 1577 Character and Animation Voice Over Intensive with Roland
Parliament 
Sat & Sun 10 am-6 pm 
July 9-10 
CAEA $280 Non-CAEA $350 
EXTENDED Deadline for application: Thurs, June 30 

For instructor bios, more information and full course descriptions
please go to www.equityshowcase.ca or call Daphne at 416-533-6100 ext
21.
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3. INTRODUCTION TO THE METHOD - TORONTO
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Jane Moffat - professional actor, acting coach, teacher and former
student of Lee Strasberg, is offering an Introduction to the Method
class.  The class will be four hours in duration and consist of exercise
work and scene study. The class will also offer background information
on how "The Method" evolved and insight into why it is a highly
effective way of working, no matter what genre or medium. The class is
suitable for professional actors at all stages in their development, as
the work will be geared towards individual needs.  Whether you have
previous experience working this way or not, this class will inspire you
to go further in practicing and refining your art in an environment that
is safe and supportive.

Jane Moffat has been a professional actor for 27 years, working on
stage, in film and television (Othello, Monsieur D'eon is a Woman, The
Girl in the Goldfish Bowl, The Recruit, The Ref, The Gilda Radner Story,
Regenesis, Queer as Folk, The Eleventh Hour, This is Wonderland, Kevin
Hill, The Newsroom).  She trained with Lee Strasberg in Los Angeles, has
studied at The Banff School of Fine Arts and worked in the
Playwright/Directors' Unit at The Actors' Studio in N.Y.C.

WHEN:		July 5th-28th
WHERE:  	St. Vladimir Institute,620 Spadina Ave.
WHAT TIME:  Tuesday and Thursday Nights: 6-10 PM
COST:  	Equity: $220.00; Non-Equity: $275.00(GST not included)

CONTACT: 	Jane Moffat: 416 516-3427
		jane.moffat at sympatico.ca

Auditors are welcome.  $10.00 per class.
There are only a few spots left!  Book now!!
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4. MARTIAL MOVEMENT - TORONTO
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The Martial Movement and Choreography Workshop with Dean Vargas -
Toronto Monthly interactive fight choreography and informational drop-in

Tuesday, June 28, 7-9pm
Tarragon Theatre, 30 Bridgman Avenue, Toronto
Far Room

cost:  $8 equity/ $10 non-equity

This drop-in workshop is ideal for actors with beginner to novice
experience 
in martial arts. This is also suitable for anyone seeking an overview of

different martial styles for further study. Prior training in Stage
Combat 
is recommended.

Gain confidence in your martial movement skills.
Create choreographed sets of moves for auditions
Hone awareness of the different styles of martial movement. 
Identify and learn basic stances, defences and strikes from various
styles. 
Learn about weaponry from different styles of Western and Eastern
martial arts.
Get feedback on movement skill sets.
Meet others interested in refining their movement skills.

Dean Raphael Vargas is a mixed martial artist, film maker, actor, and
fight 
choreographer working in film, television, and stage.

for more information, contact Dean at 416-845-7713, email: 
martialmovement at hotmail.com
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