[Capdist-announce] Act 101 - Acting Workshops, Improv Workshops, Production Workshops and More! (Updated Schedule)

[Nathan Fullerton]

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Join us at the RPI Playhouse
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for
a series of workshops on acting, improvisation, and theatre production.

Act 101 is entering it's second week, with some amazing *acting *and *improv
classes*, an in depth look at *set building and design*, and hands on
lessons in *makeup*, *costuming*, *stage management *and *show production *from
experienced members of Alpha Psi Omega, the RPI Players, the Mop & Bucket
Company, and other local actors, directors and performers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to pick up new skills and meet and work
with people in the capital district theatre and improv community. It's
*free*, *fun*, and *open to all*!

FRIDAY 8/29
Hair and Make-up Presents: Blood FX!4:00 PM - 6:00PM

The RPI Players is putting on Dracula this Fall, and that means blood...
lots of blood. Have you always wanted to make bite wounds, stab wounds, and
any other wounds under the sun? Or see how to make blood spray out of a
coffin, soaking your actors in the process? Then prepare for an onslaught
of latex, fake blood, and some advanced make-up techniques from make-up
guru Emily Kosmaczewski.
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Snacks, Spolin Improv Games, and Story Theatre 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Grab some snacks, play some improv games, and learn about story theatre
from Spolin improvist Tom Brennan. Perfect for new actors, or experienced
actors looking to pick up some new tricks!
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All You've Ever Wanted to Know about the Set Department 6:00PM - 7:00PM

Ryan Kutler is an incredibly experienced set designer and carpenter, and
he's here to teach you the basics of Set! Perfect for getting started with
a set position, or brushing up on your skills.
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Basic Tool Uses and Construction Techniques 8:00PM - 9:00PM

You've heard the basics, now join Ryan Kutler backstage for a hands on demo
of RPI's set department. Who knows, you might even end up building
something yourself! Note: Hands on workshop, wear appropriate clothing.

SATURDAY 8/30Exploring Character through Dialogue - Sides from Film &
Television 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Want some acting practice that involves your favorite TV shows and films?
Local actor Simon Ellis has got you covered. Run through some cold readings
taken from the big screen in this a laid back acting exercise, perfect to
start off the day!
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A History of Advanced Projects in the Set Department 12:00PM - 2:00PM

Ryan Kutler: Master Carpenter extraordinaire is back to talk about some of
his best work. Sets that spin, sets that fly through the air, learn how he
made them work in this advanced set design discussion.
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Acting for Film 2:00PM - 5:00PM

The independent film movement in the capital district is booming, and
learning how to act in front of the camera is an invaluable skill. Join Tom
Brennan and a local director, play some more Spolin improv games, and
discuss what it's like to act for film.
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Stage Management in a Nutshell 3:00PM - 5:00PM

A crash course is Stage Management from start to finish from RPI's Conor
Sjogren. Find out the power of organization and steer your cast and crew
toward a successful production!
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Food and Free Time 5:00PM - 7:00PM

Relax, eat some pizza, meet new people, and play some card and board games
in the Playhouse lobby.
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Spolin Improv Games & Story Theatre 7:00PM - 9:00PM

Tom Brennan returns to guide you through more improv games and story
theatre exercises. Perfect for beginners, experts, and anyone in between!
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Rigging and Advanced Stage Construction Techniques 7:00PM - 9:00PM

Ryan Kutler returns with a hands on demo of an advanced rigging system.
Note: Hands on workshop, wear appropriate clothing.
 SUNDAY 8/31Acting through Movement 12:00PM - 1:30PM

One of the hardest aspects of acting to master is your body movement
throughout a scene. Luckily, Tom Brennan has got you covered! Learn and
practice body control and movement exercises, and top it of with more
Spolin improv games!
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Getting Dressed: Hard Mode 12:00PM - 1:00PM

Learn the basics of costume design from RPI's Emily DiMambro: how to go
from a script to a design to a completed production. If you've wanted to
try out costuming, or are just looking to brush up on some skills, this is
the place for you! Note: this is not a sewing workshop.
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Producing a Show: What does that even mean? 2:00PM - 4:00PM

>From planning auditions to the oft ignored post mortem, the producer of a
show has a lot of things to deal with. Lead by the producer of the RPI
Players' last musical, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, this workshop will go over
the production cycle of a typical show in the Playhouse and what the
producer does along the way. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of
your experience level; new folks will learn how we usually do things in a
production and those who have been around for a bit will be glad to finally
discover what a producer actually does. Note: Producers know that food is
the best motivator, so homemade cookies will be provided!
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Story Theatre Practice & Performance 2:00PM - 6:00PM

Tom Brennan returns for an afternoon of Spolin improv game warm ups, and
some story theatre rehearsals. Culminating in a semi-public performance at
5:30pm, this is the perfect way to end your weekend!
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Food and Free Time 6:00PM - 8:00PM

Relax, eat some pizza, meet new people, and play some card and board games
in the Playhouse lobby.

The RPI Playhouse is located on 15th Street in Troy, NY
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If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at officers at dx.ayw.org

We hope to see you there!

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