MUSICAL THEATER STORYTELLING
Schedule: Mondays, October 7 - November 11, 2024, 7:00-9:00pm
Location: Brick House, 504 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Class fee: $275 for 6 2-hour class sessions (12 hours total)
Instructor: James Carrington, Associate Director of Engagement at Milwaukee Rep
Develop the art of the musical monologue and cultivate techniques to ACT a song. In this 6-week course you will work with Associate Director of Engagement and professional actor, James Carrington, to learn and perform a full musical theater piece. Analyze text, rhythm, and phrasing to bring the song to life; explore the history and perform different styles of musical theater. Participants will work on different prepared musical theater songs each week with an in-house accompanist. You will also have the opportunity to perform and record your final song for use in future reels!
REGISTER HERE
https://tickets.milwaukeerep.com/63461/63463
Acting ClassesMilwaukee Rep Education & Engagement offers a variety of programming for students of all ages, interests and backgrounds, including adults. Adult Acting classes at Milwaukee Rep are designed for adults ages 18+ who are interested in learning more about acting and stagecraft. Whether you are a total beginner looking to try something new, or a seasoned performer looking to sharpen your skills, we offer classes to fit your needs! Class sizes are limited to ensure one-on-one feedback for each student. Check back in at the Milwaukee Rep website often as we continue to update our class schedule throughout the season!
THE BUSINESS OF ACTING
Schedule: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: Brick House, 504 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Class fee: $150 for one 4-hour session
Instructor: Jonathan Hetler, Milwaukee Rep Artistic Producer
Forging a career path in the performance world is hard! Best practices and skill requirements change at a breakneck pace. How does one keep up with the evolving industry and distinguish themselves from the crowd in a positive way? Join Milwaukee Rep’s Artistic Producer (Casting and Special Events), Jonathan Hetler, for a deep dive into the business of acting in 2024. Participants will peak behind the curtain of the casting process for an inside look into headshots and resumes, energy and social presence in the audition room, and ever-growing technical demands, including virtual auditions, self-taping, and reel development. Experienced performers and newcomers are welcome! Registrants will be asked to submit a headshot and resume ahead of class.
REGISTER HERE
https://tickets.milwaukeerep.com/63450/63453
Specialty Workshops & IntensivesThroughout the year, Milwaukee Repertory Theater hosts specialty classes and one-day intensives. These classes are in-depth explorations of specific topics and performance techniques. Specialty course offerings vary from season to season depending on availability and student interest. Previous classes have included: Dialects, Voiceover Work, Audition Technique, Vocal Technique and more.
INTRO TO PUPPETRY
Schedule: Saturday, November 2, 2024, 10:00am-2:00pm
Location: Brick House, 504 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Class fee: $150 for one 4-hour session
Instructors: Zach Woods, Milwaukee Rep Associate Director of Education;
Nikki Kulas, First Stage Props Master
Since the dawn of time, humans have shared stories…and they’ve used puppets to tell them for almost as long! Whether manipulated by string, hand, rod, body, or shadow, puppets invite audiences to open their imaginations and enter a world outside the ordinary. Participants will explore the development process of a puppet from ideation to performance with specific emphasis on design, construction, and character creation. Experiment with a professionally built puppet or one of your own making to tell your story! Experienced performers and newcomers are welcome.
REGISTER HERE
https://tickets.milwaukeerep.com/63450/63454
Specialty Workshops & IntensivesThroughout the year, Milwaukee Repertory Theater hosts specialty classes and one-day intensives. These classes are in-depth explorations of specific topics and performance techniques. Specialty course offerings vary from season to season depending on availability and student interest. Previous classes have included: Dialects, Voiceover Work, Audition Technique, Vocal Technique and more.
