E-DRIVE [WORKSHOP DIGEST FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 12]

[CAEA e-drive]

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 SEPTEMBER 12
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1. BEST PRACTICES FIREARM TRAINING - RAPIER WIT - TORONTO, ON
2. INTRO TO MEISNER - FRASER STUDIOS - TORONTO, ON
3. JOHN BEALE - TORONTO, ON
4. SIRIUS THEATRICAL COMPANY - TORONTO, ON
5. DROP IN VOICE CLASS - TORONTO, ON
6. THEATRE ONTARIO - UNLEASHING YOUR INNER ENTREPRENEUR - TORONTO, ON
7. THEATRE ONTARIO - PROPOSAL WRITING - TORONTO, ON
8. THEATRE ONTARIO - FINANCIAL BASICS FOR ARTISTS - TORONTO, ON


1. BEST PRACTICES FIREARM TRAINING - RAPIER WIT - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Rapier Wit's PAL Firearm Stage and Screen Safety Workshop
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 10/18/2014
Deadline to submit: 10/13/2014
Email applications to: Daniel at rapierwit.com
Contact name: Daniel Levinson
Contact email: Daniel at rapierwit.com
Contact phone: 4165341947
Engager Website: www.rapierwit.com

Additional information:
This is a call to all stage managers and performers. Each year we receive dozens of calls from theatre companies working the Fringe, Summerworks, and Summer stock, who do not have anyone on staff with their PAL. You can help yourself and these companies. Get your PAL and learn best practices for stage.

Saturday October 18, Sunday 19   9-7
Sunday October 26 10 – 3

$419.50 for members
$530.75 non members

Only 5 spots left

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2. INTRO TO MEISNER - FRASER STUDIOS - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Studio Meisner Technique
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 10/07/2014
Audition date: 10/28/2014
Deadline to submit: 09/30/2014
Email applications to: jason.fraserstudios at gmail.com
Contact name: Jason Fraser
Contact email: jason.fraserstudios at gmail.com
Contact phone: 416-603-0538
Engager Website: www.fraserstudios.net

Additional information:
The STUDIO MEISNER TECHNIQUE PROGRAM has been bringing this traditional American technique, in a very authentic way, to Canadian actors, with our uniquely specialized Part-Time Program.

Course:  INTRO TO MEISNER 
Tuition: $150.00+hst /  $99+hst (Equity)            
Tuesday Nights, 6:00-9:00pm
Class Dates: Oct. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th

Description: Focus on the Repetition Exercise. Actors will learn to become spontaneous and to live truthfully with their partners. No pre-requisite Meisner work needed to take this course.

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3. JOHN BEALE - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Clown for Actors
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 10/18/2014
Audition date: 10/19/2014
Deadline to submit: 10/17/2014
Email applications to: John at johnbeale.net
Contact name: John Beale
Contact email: John at johnbeale.net
Contact phone: 416-892-4322
Engager Website: Www.johnbeale.net

Additional information:
October 18th-19th, 11am-5pm
Location:TBA
Cost $200 + HST
50% discount:  returning students
20% discount: ACTRA / EQUITY members
Scholarship positions available.
Pre-registration and payment is required.
Limited to 16 people.

Le Jeu and Clown work inspired by Philippe Gaulier. Formally titled "The Joy of Failure", this work helps us get unstuck. It teaches us to listen, to re-discover play, not to push too much or shy away but to let go and be attuned to the moment - to find our open, sensitive, vulnerable and human quality.

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4. SIRIUS THEATRICAL COMPANY - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: LINKLATER VOICE TRAINING
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 09/25/2014
Deadline to submit: 09/23/2014
Email applications to: info at siriustheatrical.com
Contact name: Heather Dick
Contact email: siriusco at sympatico.ca
Contact phone: 4162369011  Ext. 1
Engager Website: www.siriustheatrical.com

Additional information:
LINKLATER VOICE TRAINING

Introduction to the Linklater Voice Method.  Relax and free your resonant, natural voice.  Re-connect your voice to primary impulses and thoughts.

Session #1:   EVENINGS & WEEKENDS - Sept. 25 - Oct. 7, 2014
Session #2:   TUES. & THURS. Evenings - Oct. 9 - Nov. 13, 2014
Instructor:   Heather Dick, Designated Linklater Voice Teacher - ACTRA/CAEA
Cost:         $500   CAEA - $400

Maximum of 12
Information/Registration:  www.siriustheatrical.com/group_classes

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5. DROP IN VOICE CLASS - TORONTO, ON
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Deadline to submit: n/a
Contact name: Sarah Weatherwax
Contact email: sweatherwax at rogers.com
Contact phone: 416-466-5710
Engager Website: www.sarahweatherwax.com

Additional information:
Actor & Designated Linklater Voice Teacher Sarah Weatherwax re-starts her popular Drop In Voice Class.

This relaxed setting is a great way for new performers to develop their skills and experienced performers to re-connect with their passion. 

Cahoots Theatre Projects, 388 Queen Street East. (Enter from Trefann)

4th Monday of each month, Sept. to Dec., 2014.
First class: Sept. 22.
6:30 to 9PM.
$25 non-union. $20 CAEA/ACTRA. HST incl.
Bring water, yoga mat or blanket. No heels or restrictive clothing. First come basis.

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6. THEATRE ONTARIO - UNLEASHING YOUR INNER ENTREPRENEUR - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Unleashing Your Inner Entrepreneur
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 09/24/2014
Deadline to submit: 09/22/2014
Email applications to: outreach at theatreonatrio.org
Contact name: Ashleigh
Contact email: outreach at theatreontario.org
Contact phone: 416-408-4556
Engager Website: www.theatreontario.org

Additional information:
Unleashing Your Inner Entrepreneur
(a.k.a. Self-Producing: The Basics)
September 24 10am-12:30pm
Suite 350, 401 Richmond Street West
Equity Members $36.16 (plus a $5 materials fee)

If you want to do a show but have never produced professionally before this session is for you!  A practical seminar designed for individuals thinking of producing a show or starting a theatre company facilitated by Mairin Smit and Scott Dermody

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7. THEATRE ONTARIO - PROPOSAL WRITING - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Proposal Writing
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 09/29/2014
Deadline to submit: 09/26/2014
Email applications to: outreach at theatreontario.org
Contact name: Ashleigh
Contact email: outreach at theatreontario.org
Contact phone: 416-408-4556
Engager Website: www.theatreontario.org

Additional information:
Proposal Writing
September 29th 6 pm to 8 pm
Theatre Ontario Boardroom
Suite 350, 401 Richmond Street West
Equity Members $36.16

A workshop for individuals and theatre organizations applying for funding & sponsorships
Change the grant-writing nightmare to a positive creative experience by learning relevant tools and valuable information to improve your chances of success.

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8. THEATRE ONTARIO - FINANCIAL BASICS FOR ARTISTS - TORONTO, ON
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Production name: Financial Basics for Artists
Date production rehearsal/job starts: 09/23/2014
Deadline to submit: 09/19/2014
Email applications to: outreach at theatreontario.org
Contact name: Ashleigh
Contact email: outreach at theatreontario.org
Contact phone: 416-408-4556
Engager Website: www.theatreontario.org

Additional information:
Financial Basics for Artists
Sept 23rd 10am-2pm
Suite 350, 401 Richmond Street West
FREE (Participants must register)    

What Self-Employed Artists Should Know!
Artists are the creative backbone of our community, yet according to StatsCan they are among the lowest income earners in Canada. Learning some basic financial skills will enable you to take control of your finances and make the best possible money decisions for now and the future!

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