Program 16 for web - Missouri State Thespians

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CONFERENCE OVERVIEW
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6
6-9:30pm Early Registration at Marriott ! Marriott Tower ! 12th Street Meeting Room
7pm ✰ Closed Campus Begins ✰ Delegates CANNOT leave conference site
8-10pm Nighttime Activity: Improv with Ed Reggi ! Marriott Tower ! 12th Street Meeting Room
11:15pm On your floor
11:30pm Curfew
THURSDAY, JANUARY 7
8am-6pm
8-10:30am
8am-6pm
Mainstage Set-Up
Registration
Luggage Storage
9-10:15am
All-State Performance Auditions
10:30-11:45am
General Session 1
11:45am-1:15pm
1) LUNCH
2) Page-to-Stage Auditions
1-5:30pm
IEs – Technical
1:30-5:30pm
1:30-2:45pm
3-4:15pm
1) IEs – Performance
2) All-State Performance
Auditions
1) Long Form Workshop 1
2) Sponsor Meeting
2) One-Act: Everyman
Parkway South HS
4:30-5:30
1) Short Form Workshop 1
2) One-Act: Dr. Faustus
Parkway South HS
5:30-7pm
DINNER
7pm
✰ Closed Campus Begins ✰
7-7:15pm
General Session 2
FRIDAY, JANUARY 8
8am-6pm
Mainstage Set-Up
8:30-11:45am
All-State Tech Interviews
9-10am
2) Theatre for Life Scholarship
Interviews
(Tear down by 10:15am)
9am-12pm
1) Performance Scholarship Auditions
2) Theatre Education Scholarship
Interviews
11:45am-1:15pm
2) Tech Scholarship Set-Up
LUNCH
1-3pm
Tech Scholarship Interviews
1:30-2:45pm
Long Form Workshop 4
1:30-4pm
2) One-Act: A Roz by Any Other Name
10:15-11:30am
3-4:15pm
Kirkwood HS
4:15-5:30pm
All-State Callbacks
4:30-5:30pm
2) One-Act: A Roz by Any Other Name
7:20pm
Hamlet
Webster Groves HS
Following
mainstage
1) Late Night Activities
2) Theatre for Life Set-Up
3) Improv Olympix Session 1
11:45pm
12am
On your floor
Curfew
1
5:30-7pm
7pm
7-7:15pm
7:20pm
Following
mainstage
11:45pm
12am
8-8:30am
Scholarship Callbacks Room
Available for Arrival
8:30-10am
Breakfast Scholarship Callbacks
9-11:45am
1) Improv Olympix
2) Tech Challenge
9:30-10:10am
1) Page-to-Stage Performance
1
2) Mini-Workshop 1
3) 6 in 60 Group 1
Harrisonville HS, MICDS HS,
Parkway Central HS, Raytown HS
10:15-10:55am
1) Page-to-Stage Performance
2
2) Mini-Workshop 2
3) 6 in 60 Group 2
Holt HS, Parkview HS, Union HS
1) Mini-Workshop 3
2) One-Act: The Bully Plays
11-11:40am
Lee’s Summit North HS
3) 6 in 60 Group 1
Harrisonville HS, MICDS HS,
Parkway Central HS, Raytown HS
3) Tech Scholarship Viewing
(tear down by 4:30pm)
Kirkwood HS
Mainstage Show
SATURDAY, JANUARY 9
11:45am1:15pm
LUNCH
1:30-2:10pm
1) Mini-Workshop 4
2) 6 in 60 Group 2
DINNER
General Session 3
Mainstage Show
Much Ado About Nothing
Raymore-Peculiar HS
1) Dance - Magical Midnight
2) Late Night Activities
On your floor
Curfew
2:30-4:30pm
General Session 4 &
IE Showcase
Return Home
THURSDAY, JANUARY 7
CC=Convention Center ! Marriot Tower ! Muehlebach Tower
ACTIVITY
TIME
8-10:30am
Registration
9-10:15am
10:30-11:45am
General Session 1
LUNCH
SESSION 1: 11:45am-12:30pm SESSION 2: 12:30-1:15pm
Page-to-Stage Auditions
IEs – Technical
11:45am-1:15pm
1-5:30pm
IEs – Performance
1:30-5:30pm
1:30-2:45pm
3-4:15pm
Sponsor Meeting
One-Act: Everyman – Parkway South HS
Short Form Workshop 1
4:30-5:30
5:30-7pm
7pm
7-7:15pm
7:15pm
Following
Mainstage
11:45pm
12am
One-Act: Dr. Faustus – Parkway South HS
DINNER
SESSION 1: 5:30-6:15pm SESSION 2: 6:15-7pm
LOCATION
CC ! 2206
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Salon 7 Roosevelt
Waiting area in Salon 5 Nixon.
Music Hall ! Auditorium
Muehlebach ! Lower Level ! Royal Exhibit Hall
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Salon 1 Kennedy
Marriott ! Level 3 ! Jay McShann A & Lester Young AB
Marriott ! Level 3 ! Andy Kirk, Julia Lee, Bennie Moten,
Mary Lou Williams, & Big Joe Turner A
See workshop descriptions
Muehlebach ! Lower Level ! Barney Allis Lobby
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Imperial Ballroom
Get sticker to attend from Registration CC ! 2206.
✰ Closed Campus Begins ✰ Delegates CANNOT leave conference site
General Session 2
Mainstage Show: Hamlet Webster Groves HS
Late Night Activity: Elliot the Entertainer - Circus Show
CC ! 2204
Theatre for Life Set-Up
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Salon 4 Hoover
Improv Olympix Session 1
CC ! 2215 A/C
On your floor
Hotel
Curfew
Hotel Room
NO HOST SPONSOR MEET & GREET AREA ALL DAY Muehlebach ! Lower Level ! Barney Allis Lobby
2
FRIDAY, JANUARY 8
ACTIVITY
TIME
8:30-11:45am
9-10am
Theatre for Life Scholarship Interviews (Tear down by 10:15am)
9am-12pm
Performance Scholarship Auditions
1-3pm
1:30-2:45pm
Theatre Education Scholarship Interviews
Tech Scholarship Set-Up
LUNCH
Tech Scholarship Interviews
1:30-4pm
10:15-11:30am
11:45am-1:15pm
3-4:15pm
One-Act: A Roz by Any Other Name – Kirkwood HS
Tech Scholarship Viewing (tear down by 4:30pm)
4:30-5:30
5:30-7pm
7pm
7-7:15pm
7:15pm
Following
Mainstage
11:45pm
12am
One-Act: A Roz by Any Other Name – Kirkwood HS
DINNER
SESSION 1: 5:30-6:15pm SESSION 2: 6:15-7pm
LOCATION
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Salon 4 Hoover
Waiting area in Salon 3 Wilson.
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Salon 2 Taft
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Colonial Ballroom
General Session 3
Mainstage Show: Much Ado About Nothing Raymore-Peculiar HS
Dance
CC ! 2215 A/B/C
Late Night Activity
Prairie Home Stanky Leg with Ben Swoboda & Steven Vance
On your floor
Hotel
Curfew
Hotel Room
NO HOST SPONSOR MEET & GREET AREA ALL DAY Muehlebach ! Lower Level ! Barney Allis Lobby
LATE NIGHT ACTIVITY: PRAIRIE HOME STANKY LEG
You will be the star of this late night activity. Following a format vaguely like the beloved “Companion” show, your show may have the tendency to
drift from time to time into other genres, like dance-offs or other surprises. Be ready to volunteer, keep an open mind, and enjoy the ride.
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 9
TIME
8:30-10am
9-11:45am
9:30-10:10am
10:15-10:55am
11-11:40am
11:45am-1:15pm
1:30-2:10pm
2:30-4:30pm
ACTIVITY
Breakfast Scholarship Callbacks
Improv Olympix
Tech Challenge
Page-to-Stage Performance 1
Mini-Workshop 1
6 in 60 Group 1
Harrisonville HS, MICDS HS, Parkway Central HS, Raytown HS
Page-to-Stage Performance 2
Mini-Workshop 2
6 in 60 Group 2
Mini-Workshop 3
One-Act: The Bully Plays – Lee’s Summit North HS
6 in 60 Group 1
LUNCH
Mini-Workshop 4
6 in 60 Group 1
General Session 4 & IE Showcase
LOCATION
CC ! 2211, 2214, 2215 A/B/C
CC ! Lower Level ! Exhibition Hall
Enter through lobby off 14th Street or from Auditorium
Plaza Garage.
Muehlebach ! Main Level ! Truman AB
RETURN HOME
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2016 CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
MISSOURI THESPIAN TROUPES AT CONFERENCE
Honor Troupe ★
Affton HS #1734 ★
Battle HS #8043
Belton HS #1158 ★
Branson HS #3482
Camdenton HS #5461
Cape Central HS #1508
Carthage HS #208
Center HS #4949
Chaminade College Prep #1496
Clayton HS #322
De Soto HS #5087
Eureka HS #423
Forsyth HS #7625
Fort Zumwalt East HS #7417 ★
Fort Zumwalt North HS #5140 ★
Fort Zumwalt South HS #5026 ★
Fort Zumwalt West #5929 ★
Francis Howell Central #5743 ★
Francis Howell HS #1917 ★
Francis Howell North HS #4956
Fulton HS #4565 ★
Grandview HS #2906
Harrisonville HS #1341 ★
Hazelwood Central HS #3300 ★
Hazelwood East HS #1220
Hazelwood West HS #786 ★
Hermann HS #2910
Hickman HS #5568
Hillsboro HS #5336
Holt HS #4334 ★
Joplin HS #3239
Kickapoo HS #1151
Kirkwood HS #748
Ladue Horton Watkins HS #1109 ★
Lafayette HS #5236
Lebanon HS #4108
Lee's Summit HS #1885 ★
Lee's Summit North HS #6258 ★
Lee's Summit West HS #6761 ★
Liberty HS #5082
Liberty HS #8211
Liberty North HS #8021
Lindbergh HS #2533 ★
Lutheran HS – St. Charles #5500
Macomb HS #465
Maplewood Richmond Heights HS #3189
Marquette HS #5424 ★
Mehlville Senior HS #5022 ★
MICDS #2958
Neosho HS #1770
Nerinx Hall #747
Nevada HS #2623
Nixa HS #3833
North Kansas City HS #2191
Oak Park HS #2758
Owensville HS #6828 ★
Parkview HS #5067 ★
Parkway Central HS #1876 ★
Parkway North HS #4551 ★
Parkway South HS #3168
Parkway West HS #4797
Pattonville HS #1934 ★Platte County HS
#1372
Raymore-Peculiar HS #3964 ★
Raytown HS #3616
Raytown South #3200
Ritenour HS #5095
Rock Bridge HS #644
Rockwood Summit HS #6313
Rolla HS #7826
Ruskin HS #3732 ★
Smith-Cotton HS #4261
St. Francis Borgia Regional HS #2787 ★
St. Joseph Central HS #5224
Staley HS #7378
Strafford HS #5247 ★
Summit Christian Academy #7225
Timberland HS #6430 ★
Troy Buchanan HS #6223
Union HS #5406 ★
Villa Duchesne Oak Hill School #4095
Visitation Academy #7280
Warrenton HS #4166
Washington HS #4233
Waynesville HS #1669
Webster Groves HS #191
Whitfield School #5436
Windsor C-1 Senior HS #3388
Winnetonka HS #422
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES AT CONFERENCE
Avila University
Baker University
Central Methodist University
Drury University
Hannibal-LaGrange University
Highland Community College
Lindenwood University
Missouri State University
Missouri Valley College
Missouri Western State University
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
Northwest Missouri State University
Rockford University
St. Louis University
Southeast Missouri State University
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Southwest Baptist University
State Fair Community College
Stephens College
Truman State University
University of Central Missouri
University of Missouri
Waldorf College
Webster University
William Jewell College
William Woods University
VENDORS AT CONFERENCE
Associated Theatrical Contractors
Best Chocolate Fundraisers
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COCA
Costume Holiday House
Mehron
Missouri Alliance for Arts Education
XS Lighting & Sound
MISSOURI STATE THESPIAN BOARD
Chapter Director: Jennifer Forrest-James, Parkway South High School (August 2017)
Tabatha Babcock – Belton High School (2017)
Debbie Corbin - Retired*
Mikelle Cortez – Fulton High School (2018)
Lara Corvera- Pattonville High School - (2017)
Ken Franke - Hazelwood East High School*
Amie Gossett – Parkway West High School (2016)
Angie Hetz – Parkway Southwest Middle School (2017)
Chad Little – Parkway North High School (2019)
Andrea Martin – Rockwood Summit High School (2019)
Nona Miller - Owensville High School (2017)
Theresa Nigus – Fort Zumwalt North High School (2018)
Lorie O’Leary – Fort Zumwalt North High School (2019)
Brad Rackers – Lee’s Summit West High School (2018)
Ryan VanDyke – St. Joseph Central High School (2019)
Jessica Winingham – Lindbergh High School (2018)
Ben Martin – Missouri Alliance for Arts Education (Ex Officio)
*Appointed – non-voting member
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EDUCATIONAL STANDARDS
SHOW-ME STANDARDS
PERFORMANCE GOALS
Goal 1: Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to gather, analyze and apply information and ideas.
Goal 2: Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively within and beyond the
classroom.
Goal 3: Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to recognize and solve problems.
Goal 4: Students in Missouri public schools will acquire the knowledge and skills to make decisions and act as responsible members of
society.
KNOWLEDGE STANDARDS: FINE ARTS
In Fine Arts, students in Missouri public schools will acquire a solid foundation which includes knowledge of:
1. process and techniques for the production, exhibition or performance of one or more of the visual or performed arts
2. the principles and elements of different art forms
3. the vocabulary to explain perceptions about and evaluations of works in dance, music, theater and visual arts
4. interrelationships of visual and performing arts and the relationships of the arts to other disciplines
5. visual and performing arts in historical and cultural contexts
GRADE-LEVEL EXPECTATIONS: THEATRE
PRODUCT/
ELEMENTS AND
ARTISTIC
INTERDISCIPLINARY CONNECTIONS
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL
PERFORMANCE
PRINCIPLES
PERCEPTIONS
CONTEXTS
1. Develop and
1. Select and
1. Develop and 1. Develop and apply skills
1. Develop and apply skills
apply skills to
apply theatrical apply skills to
necessary to make connections
necessary to understand the role of
communicate ideas elements to
explain
between theatre and other arts
theatre in past and present cultures
A. Interrelationships
through theatrical
communicate
perceptions
throughout the world
of
the
Arts
A. Research
performances.
ideas through
about and
B.
Technology
in
B. Theatre in Life
A. Script Writing
the creation of
evaluations of
the
Arts
B. Acting
theatre
theatre and
C. Design and
A. Script
theatrical
necessary
to
make
connections
necessary to understand cultural
Technical
Writing
performance
Theatre
between
theatre
and
other
non-arts
diversity and heritage as they relate
B. Acting
A. Analysis
D. Directing
disciplines
to theatre
C. Design and
& Evaluation
E. Audience
Etiquette
F. Performing
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Technical
Theatre
D. Directing
B. Personal
Preferences
A. Integration into Core Subjects
A. Cultural Diversity and Heritage
B. Careers
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
ACTING
'HOT' SHAKESPEARE presented by Tee Quillen, Missouri Western State University
A fantastic romp through the world of Shakespearean Scansion and text analysis "the olde-fashioned waye" with a slight new twist! Designed to help
actors impress members of the opposite (or same) gender with their impressive knowledge of Shakespeare and/or understand the "why" of Iambic
Pentameter from a character development perspective. Then, learn what it means to have done all that work with those little marks that cover your
script! Both hands-on activities and lecture for Beginners
10 TIPS FOR A WINNING IE presented by James Van Leishout, Voices Unlimited
What makes a competitive IE? Here are ten tips that will make your piece(s) a winner. The tips include: know your strengths and use your limitations,
select the right piece, connect and commit, start well and finish strong. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
ACTING FOR THE CAMERA presented by Kurt Gerard Heinlein, Missouri State University
This practical workshop will give students a foundational approach into the world of acting on camera. It will cover core on-camera techniques as well
as relevant industry logistics and professional training opportunities. Ample time will provided for Q&A. Both hands-on activities and lecture for
Students at All Levels
ACTING ON CAMERA: HOW DO YOU COME ACROSS? presented by Elaine Bromka, Tea for Three, LLC
With one-on-one coaching, explore your persona on camera, discover nuances of intention, body language, voice, even the colors you wear.
Invaluable for both students and teachers - learn ease and spontaneity in front of the camera while having a blast! Hands-on activities for Students at
All Levels
COLD READING: DON’T PANIC! presented by Elaine Bromka, Tea for Three, LLC
Whether it’s a primetime scene or commercial copy you’re handed, you have to jump into making strong choices. So how do you size up material
quickly--what hooks do you look for -- and how can you have fun? Come find out. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
CREATING CHARACTER THROUGH PHYSICALITY presented by Robert Foulk, Avila University
We often change our physicality to fit the situation and the expectations of the people we are around. This workshop will use Laban's, elements and
body centers to explore the ways we deal with both internal and external situations. The changing of our physicality can help create how we view our
character and the world around us from a holistic point of view. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
DOS AND DON'TS IN THE AUDITION ROOM presented by Matt Redmond, Oklahoma City University
This workshop will focus in the technical aspects of what to do you when you get in that audition room. Everything from when you walk in the door to
when you walk out. Please prepare a a one minute monologue, and have your song book available as well. We will discuss the slate, how to handle
the audition panel, and will also address what material to choose. Your job isn't acting, it's auditioning; so, come learn the dos and dont's that they
don't tell you before you walk into the room! Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
IMPROV FOR ACTORS presented by Harold Hynick, Missouri Valley College
This hands on workshop will challenge you to explore ways to use improvisation techniques in the acting process in order to strengthen collaborative
skills and create fresh performances that are always "in the moment." Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
MAKING YOUR MONOLOGUE HOT! presented by Elaine Bromka, Tea for Three, LLC
Want to breathe more of the unexpected into your monologue? With individual coaching, find those trigger moments that allow you to be completely
“present” in your work. Bring memorized material and explore how to uncover the choices that will make your two minutes riveting! Hands-on
activities for Students at All Levels
MIME IS PHYSICAL ACTING presented by Michael Lee, Opus Mime
Mime is physical theatre. Move!...fast!...slow...stand still...then just a little...turn the head...light up the eyes...wait. We’ll use our bodies to evoke
tears, laughter, even anger or disgust in an audience, and hold them on the edge of their seats, make ‘em giggle and touch their hearts. Both handson activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
RASABOXES: A PRACTICAL CLASSROOM APPLICATION presented by Kate Wilkinson, Fort Zumwalt East
Rasaboxes are an acting activity, designed to help actors connect with emotions in a measurable way. During this activity, actors will experience a
variety of emotions at different levels of intensity. The original Rasabox methods have been “boiled down” into something that is easy understand,
and can be executed in in a 45 - 90 minute class period. Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
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RASALOGUES presented by Kate Wilkinson, Fort Zumwalt East
Expanding upon the original Rasabox workshop, Rasalogues will help students apply the concepts of Rasa to a current monologue on which they
are working. Students must have already taken the Rasabox workshop in the 2015 or 2016 conference. Students must come prepared with a
monologue memorized. Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
SEVEN SECRETS OF THE WORKING ACTOR presented by Sean David Johnson, New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
Do you want to become a professional actor? This workshop is for those looking for answers to the biggest industry questions. Learn the mindset
and business insight that successful, working actors know. Learn how to handle the challenges of pursuing a career that some see as "crazy". Some
of the topics we may cover include: Do I join the union? Do I need an agent or a manager? Or both? I want to audition but WHERE do I find them?
Where do I find an agent? How do I GET an agent? Do I move to Los Angeles, New York, or can I stay near home? How do I remain myself in an
ever-challenging environment? How brave can I be in confronting my own issues and challenges? Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students
at All Levels
SHAKESPEARE BASICS presented by Matt Rapport, Heart of America Shakespeare Festival
Students will learn the basics of Shakespearean acting including history, speech and meter, text analysis and period movement. Both hands-on
activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
SUPERCHARGE YOUR CHARACTER'S MOVEMENT: LABAN presented by Michael McIntosh , Southeast Missouri State University
Give your characters a rich physical life! This hands-on, fun, and safe workshop will explore the movement work of Rudolf von Laban to create
exciting physical characters. Participants will work through the eight actions from which all conscious movement is derived. This can be helpful for
actors looking to create layered and complex characters. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
THE TRIPLE THREAT EXPERIENCE presented by Phyllis Balagna
Versatility is everything, and participants will experience singing, dancing, and acting in this fast-paced, action-packed class. Wear comfortable
clothing, as you will be put through a mock-audition in dance, voice, and in short scenes from several musicals. Discussion will consist of the
importance of appearance, preparation, and delivery during an audition. This is a must for those interested in auditioning for major musical theatre
schools, for theme parks, and just about anything that will require you to be versatile. This class is open to any and all, regardless of dance, vocal,
or acting training. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
YOUR [NAKED] BODY AS A COSTUME presented by Jason Thomas Mayfield, Comedian
Not your normal acting class. Learn the crazy reason why people stand, walk, move, and carry themselves the way they do. What does the way you
walk say about you? Analyze yourself and your friends. Come prepared to move around. Sorry no one actually gets naked. Hands-on activities for
AUDITIONS
AUDITION WORKSHOP presented by Andrew Kuhlman, STAGES St. Louis
The best way to prepare a monologue is to perform it in front of another person. Do you have a piece that you’ve been working on that you would like
people to see? Do you have a monologue that you’d like to use for auditions, but you want to push it a little further? Let’s work on it together!
Students should bring a copy of the text of the monologue (paper or electronic). Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
AUDITIONING FOR THE THEATRE presented by Robert Westenberg, Drury University
This class will explore techniques for approaching and presenting successful theatre auditions.~ Students should have at least one prepared
monologue of American realism. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
BROADWAY MOCK AUDITION MASTER CLASS SINGING & READING presented by Jessica Patty
Experience what it's like to audition for a Broadway show. Learn how to be your best self when you walk into the audition room. Both hands-on
HEADSHOTS, RESUMES, & AUDITION TECHNIQUES FOR STAGE & FILM presented by Roderick Duplissie
TBA
LANDING THE ROLE: FROM HOMETOWN TO HOLLYWOOD presented by Sean David Johnson, New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
In this dynamic on-your-feet workshop we explore the keys to having a successful audition from the perspectives of the actor versus the casting
professional. Whether you want the lead in the school play, to get accepted to the college of your dreams, or book the lead in a feature film, this is
the insider information you need to know. Taught by a professional actor who has worked for stage and the camera, this is the chance to see what
successful actors know about landing the role! Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
MONOLOGUE PREPARATION FOR COLLEGE AUDITIONS presented by Kenneth L. Stilson, Southeast Missouri State University
This is a participatory master class for seniors and juniors, who are auditioning for admission and scholarships into universities and colleges at this
year's convention. It is also intended for underclassmen who will be auditioning in the following years. Discussion of the selection and rehearsal
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process for monologue auditions will be followed by presentations and working of prepared material. Open to all students who plan to major in
theatre in college. Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
MUSICAL THEATER AUDITION INTENSIVE presented by Brian Cross
Coming with two prepared audition pieces (one 64 measure up tempo and one 32 measure ballad) and a resume the students will review how to
enter a space, speak with the accompanist in a timely manner, slate themselves, act a song, speak with casting directors, and exit the space. Also
discussed: picking appropriate material, typing out, resume review, audition clothing, just to name a few. An audition accompanist (Danny Baker) will
be on hand to discuss what an accompanist needs to see and hear from the auditioner to make the audition a success. Both hands-on activities and
lecture for Students at All Levels
SHAKESPEARE PREP presented by Andrew Kuhlman, STAGES St. Louis
William Shakespeare...an actor’s best friend or worst enemy. In this class you will learn several simple steps that make a Shakespearean monologue
easier to for you to both understand and perform. We’ll work on identifying words to emphasize, playing with punctuation, and creating a modern
translation of several popular pieces. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
COLLEGE & CAREER
AMAZEBALLS ALUMNI presented by Andrea Martin, Missouri State Thespian Alumni
Come hear Missouri State Thespian Alumni talk about college theatre programs and how to choose the right theatrical path for your future. Lecture
for Students at All Levels
BROADWAY 101 presented by Jessica Patty
What does it take to have a career in theatre? How do I know what to wear to an audition? What's it like to be on Broadway? This is an opportunity to
get your questions about the industry and auditioning answered. Jessica will also share essentail shortcuts to a successful career on Broadway.
Bring your headshot & resume if you have them. Open discussion/ Q&A format. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
HOW TO PRESENT YOURSELF AT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS presented by Robert Holcombe
TBA
I CAN GET PAID FOR THAT?! presented by Victoria Depew, University of Central Missouri
This workshop explores different career tracks in technical theatre. The workshop will include a breakdown of the numerous positions available in
technical theatre and a visual presentation of some of the incredible art and collaboration that takes place. For anyone that loves theatre, art, and
collaboration there is a place in this amazing industry for you! Lecture for Students at All Levels
OPTIONS IN THE WORLD OF THEATRE Presented by Andrew Kuhlman, STAGES St. Louis
Have you ever thought...What other jobs are available in the theatre? It sometimes seems like there are only two options: onstage (acting) and
backstage (crew, designer, director, etc.). Well I’m here to tell you that you have many more options to choose from! In this class we will explore
what it takes to run a theatre company. We will learn about the many different parts of a theatre company’s administrative team including marketing,
development, box office, education, etc. We will also look at the necessary steps to start your own theatre company. Lecture for Students at All
Levels
TAKING YOUR DEGREE BEYOND THE STAGE. presented by Adam Flores, Fontbonne University
This workshop will model the new forms in Applied Theatre as ways to take a student's passion and talent beyond just performing in plays. These
exercises will help make any student universally marketable. Perfect for students of all grade levels. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students
at All Levels
THE TIME IS NOW…CAREER READINESS IN THE PERFORMING ARTS presented by Phyllis Balagna
This is the time where most students start to think about a career in the performing arts. Discussion will be centered around what to do to start
preparing for high school and college auditions, training needed, and how to make it happen! A short dance combination will be taught, several
songs will be introduced, and some basic acting tips will be touched upon. Goal of the class is to encourage students to be engaged and inspired to
reach their dreams of one day performing on stage. Lecture for Students at All Levels
WHAT'S NEXT? presented by Phyllis Balagna
This session will focus on opportunities post high-school for students interested in a career in the performing arts. Discussions will include training
and audition preparations for a professional career in stage, cruise ships, television, theme parks, NFL dance teams, and more. College auditions
will also be a topic, and a question and answer session will take place. Besides Phyllis Balagna, there will also be some special “guests” who will be
available for questions. Lecture for Students at All Levels
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DANCE
ADVANCED MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE CLASS presented by Jessica Patty
This advanced class focuses on style and telling a story. Through her work with Tony Award winning choreographers and directors (Andy
Blankenbuehler, Rob Ashford, Casey Nicholaw...) Jessica brings a fun, athletic, story based style of dance to this class. Hands-on activities for
Advanced Students
BROADWAY CHOREGRAPHY MASTER CLASS presented by Jessica Patty
Learn original choreography from a Broadway show. Rep will include pieces from the original Broadway productions of A Chorus Line (Advanced
during Long Form 5), Fosse (All Levels during Long Form 5), and The Addams Family (Intermediate to Advanced during Long Form 2). The class
focuses on the style of that particular show and the story that is being told. Please wear dance clothes that are form fitting, jazz shoes and bring a
headshot & resume. Ladies also bring your heels. Be ready to dance. Intermediate to Advanced. Hands-on activities for A Chorus Line – Advanced
Students, Addams Family – Students at All Levels, Fosse - Intermediate to Advanced Students
COFFEE BREAK presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
Learn some fun choreography from the musical, H2$. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHY presented by Christina Burton, Choreographer
Int/adv choreography in the style of the contemporary show, utilizing jazz, hip hop and contemporary techniques. Hands-on activities for Intermediate
Students
DANCE IMPROVISATION presented by Janie Morgan, Missouri Valley College
This class will focus on the integration of vocals while doing dance improvisation, which can help the actor inform their kinesthetic movement
choices. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
DANCE IN CONTEMPORARY MUSICALS presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
Explore contemporary dance styles with material from 21st century musicals such as Spring Awakening, Billy Elliot, Once. Hands-on activities for
Intermediate Students
FAKE IT ‘TIL YOU MAKE IT presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
TBA
HIP HOP presented by Casee Hagan, Hazelwood Central High School
This class will be a dance class in which you learn a hip hop dance to a popular song. Bring clothes you can move in. We will warm up, learn
choreography, and cool down. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
MUSICAL THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHY presented by Christina Burton, Choreographer
int musical theatre choreography Hands-on activities for Intermediate Students
MUSICAL THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHY presented by Ashley Miller, University of Central Missouri
Come and learn choreography from some of your favorite dance musicals. Wear clothing you can move in! Dancers of all abilities welcome!
Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
MUSICAL THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHY FOR THE NON-DANCER ACTOR presented by Christina Burton, Choreographer
beg choreography for the actor who moves well. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE presented by Kenny Personett, Choreographer
This musical theatre dance class will focus on learning proper technique while exploring the various dance styles used in Broadway shows. Class
curriculum is based on jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, and a combination. Emphasis will also be placed on learning
performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance. This class combination will be of a classical nature to
music from West Side Story. Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE presented by Kenny Personett, Choreographer
This musical theatre dance class will focus on learning proper technique while exploring the various dance styles used in Broadway shows. Class
curriculum is based on jazz movement and includes a proper warm-up, stretches, and a combination. Emphasis will also be placed on learning
performance skills such as connecting with the audience and telling a story through dance. This class combination will be of a contemporary nature
to music from Hamilton. Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
MUSICAL THEATRE JAZZ WORKSHOP presented by Phyllis Balagna
Dancers: get out the dancewear, and take this full-on dance class geared to the student whose interest is in Musical Theatre. Warm-up, stretch and
several combinations from award-winning musicals will be presented. The class requirements: participants must have some form of dance training
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and experience, as this will be an intermediate/advanced level class. Fundamentals in ballet, jazz, and contemporary is a must for success in this
class. Ability to leap, turn, learn quickly, perform with style is important. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
NAILING THE CATTLE CALL AUDITION presented by Christina Burton, Choreographer
int/adv You’ll be lead through a mock cattle call dance audition and given feedback and tips to nailing your next audition. Hands-on activities for
Intermediate Students
SALSA FOR THE STAGE presented by Casee Hagan, Hazelwood Central High School
This class will be a dance class in which you learn a Salsa dance to a popular song. Partners are not necessary but you will be partnered up in
class. Bring clothes you can move in. We will warm up, learn choreography, and cool down. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
SWING DANCE presented by Jason Thomas Mayfield, Comedian
Jump. Jive. Wail. Swing Dance! Not choreography, learn how to actually do this. No experience necessary. Just come ready to dance! Hands-on
activities for Students at All Levels
TRADITION MUSICAL THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHY presented by Christina Burton, Choreographer
Int/Adv choreography in the style of the traditional show, unitizing jazz and ballet techniques. Hands-on activities for Intermediate Students
WAKE UP CALL presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
A morning movement class designed to invigorate, refresh and bring positivity to your body and mind. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
WHEN YOU'RE AN ADDAMS presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
Learn some fun choreography from Addams Family, the Musical! Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
WON'T YOU CHARLESTON WITH ME? presented by Ellen Isom, Visitation Academy
Learn the Iconic dance from the 1920's which you've seen in musicals like Thoroughly Modern Millie, Good News, The Boyfriend, and Urinetown.
Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
IMPROV
BEST FRENEMIES AND OTHER RELATIONSHIPS presented by Ben Swoboda, CORE Improv
Four famous exchanges: 1) So, we meet again! 2) You had me at hello. 3) Do me a favor. Pull your lip over your head and swallow. 4) __________!
(What will happen when your character locks eyes with their perfect __________? We'll fill in the blanks and explore what it takes to make a
relationship crackle.) Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
CLIFFDIVER IMPROV: FREEDOM FROM FEAR presented by Ben Swoboda, CORE Improv
Vertigo is a sensation of loss of balance, associated with looking down from a great height. Freefall is the sensation of moving without restriction in
the direction an unseen pull. We’ll get you out of improv vertigo into improv freefall. Will there be a net? Who cares!? If you do not suffer from fear,
don’t come to this workshop. If you do, this workshop is for you. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
FINDING CHARACTER AT THE SPEED OF IMPROV presented by Steven Vance, CORE improv
Discover and build stronger characters in your improv. Hands-on activities for Beginners
IMPROV A PLAY presented by Ed Reggi, Paper Slip Theatre
Perform like Key and Peele or Nichols and May! Learn how to improvise an original two-person play in front of an audience. Discover techniques for
telling a story without telling jokes, and more to challenge both the novice and master improv actor. For students and teachers; all levels. Hands-on
activities for Intermediate Students
IMPROV FOR BEGINNERS presented by Harold Hynick, Missouri Valley College
Step outside your comfort zone and into the world of improv as you explore the basics in this introductory level workshop. Hands-on activities for
Beginners
IMPROV OLYMPIX OVERVIEW presented by Ben & Mimi Swoboda, CORE Improv
Learn about the Improv Olympix!
KITCHEN SINK ARTS INTEGRATION presented by Tom Tobias, Dept. of Elem. and Secondary Ed.
Theatre teachers are no strangers to collaboration within the arts. A stage production might enlist the help and support of the music, dance and the
visual art program in a school, along with many others. My teaching background is in the visual arts, so it’s doubtful that I can teach a theatre
teacher much if anything about theatre. Or can I? I’m convinced that a theatre teacher could potentially teach me about the visual arts, or at least
awaken my sensibilities to something that may have been staring me in the face and I simply had not seen. As arts teachers we are by definition
collaborators and engagers. We collaborate in helping students along the path to self-discovery and understanding, and we keep them engaged.
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In our workshop, we will be collaborating on ways to articulate exactly what kinds of understandings we are universally striving to achieve with our
students. In keeping with my role as our state director of arts collaboration (officially arts education director) we will touch on integrating all of the arts
and a little science too during our hour and a half, with emphasis on making drums, beating on the drums we make, and using them in an
improvisation. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
LONG FORM IMPROVISATION presented by Harold Hynick, Missouri Valley College
Learn how to turn your improv skills into long Form Improv performances, we will explore, group mind, scene work and edits. Hands-on activities for
Advanced Students
TBA presented by Mimi Swoboda, CORE Improv
TBA
THE BEGINNING OF THE END: STARTING WHEN IT MATTERS presented by Steven Vance, CORE improv
Help your scenes hit the ground running full speed. We'll work on finding key moments, taking the slack out of our scenes, and starting with
something on the line. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
WOMEN IN IMPROV presented by Mimi Swoboda, CORE Improv
Woman have a unique style of thinking, which, when used on stage, can lead to scenes that are not only funny, but multi-layered. In this workshop
we will explore the female mind and how to utilize its unique style to create a stage environment of success for women. Women are funny! Both
hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
MUSICAL THEATRE
ACTING FOR SINGERS: WHAT?S BEHIND THAT SONG? presented by Elaine Bromka, Tea for Three, LLC
Bring a song or part of a song - and make it land more vividly by exploring the impulses behind the words. Discover what the song is really about in
a way that’s uniquely yours. Learn to make maximum impact! Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
IMPROV A MUSICAL presented by Ed Reggi, Paper Slip Theatre
Did you know musicals like [title of show], Urinetown, and Forbidden Broadway were originally improvised? Learn how to make up your own show on
the fly-a terrific opportunity for singers and non-singers alike. For students and teachers; intermediate to advanced levels. Hands-on activities for
PLAYWRIGHTING
GROUP WRITING presented by Mick Sokol, Drury University
Students will write a few short scenes as a group. Bring a pencil or pen. Hands-on activities for Beginners
PAGE-TO-STAGE PLAYWRIGHT WORKSHOP presented by Mick Sokol, Drury University
Winner of the Page-to-Stage workshops play to ready for a staged reading.
PAGE-TO-STAGE REHEARSAL presented by Mick Sokol, Drury University
Playwright, stage manager, and actors prepare Page-to-Stage script for a staged reading.
TAPPING INTO THE HIDDEN IMPULSES IN YOUR WRITING presented by Elaine Bromka, Tea for Three, LLC
How do you unearth those telling details that make your writing come alive? By getting out of your head! An unorthodox approach to writing - fun
even for those who have never written before. Bring pen and paper - and park your self-judgment at the door! Hands-on activities for Students at All
Levels
THE GIFT OF PLAYWRIGHTING presented by Greg Owen, Central Methodist University
It does not matter if you have been produced on Broadway or are working on your first play, you have a gift. This introductory workshop will explore
a fun way to develop that gift and give you some tips for getting your next project off the ground. Hands-on activities for Beginners
WRITING A DIALOGUE presented by Mick Sokol, Drury University
Students will write a short scene between two people. Bring pencil and paper or your computer device. Both hands-on activities and lecture for
Beginners
WRITING A MONOLOGUE presented by Mick Sokol, Drury University
Students will write a monologue. Bring pencil and paper or your computer device. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Beginners
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SPECIAL TOPICS
AGING MADE EASY presented by Gene Flaharty, Mehron Inc
One great thing about acting in high school theatre is that you can play any age - which means you’d better look any age! This demonstration will
cover the different stages of aging and show how to accomplish the look on an actor of any age, on any stage. The workshop is minutes long, but
you could walk out fifty years older! For students and teachers, all levels. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
BREAKOUEDU!- DR. JOHNSON AND ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE PRESENTED by Nick Cusumano, Fort Zumwalt South High School
In this session you will experience a Breakout game! Those in attendance will have 45 minutes to complete a series of challenges, reveal clues, and
unlock mysteries in order to win the game. The game is followed by a debriefing session which includes insights into the game as well as
suggestions for use in your school or theatre program. Dr. Johnson has plans to unleash a deadly airborne virus that will transform anyone who
comes in contact into a zombie. Do you have what it takes to save the world? Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
BREAKOUTEDU! UNLOCKING SHAKESPEARE presented by Nick Cusumano, Fort Zumwalt South High School
suggestions for use in your school and theatre program. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
CIRCUS SKILLS presented by Elliot Pearsall, Circus Kaput
Interested in the circus? This workshop is designed to give a glimpse behind the curtain of life in the circus. Also participants will have the
opportunity to learn juggling, basic stilt walking, spinning plates, balancing skills and much more. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Beginners
THE DIRECTOR’S TOOLBOX presented by James Van Leishout, Voices Unlimited
The director interprets the script, and finds a unifying vision that brings a complete and quality production to the stage. He/she guides the actors
through the process in which he places his/her imprimatur on the theatrical work of art. The Director has six basic tools to accomplish this, i.e.: Self,
Script, Actors, Space/Rehearsal, Design, Evaluation and Self-Assessment. Lecture for Students at All Levels
HOW NOT TO LITERALLY DIE ON STAGE presented by Brian Cross
Initially presented at ITF this workshop is geared toward Stage Managers, Educators and anyone with the desire to know more about medical and
traumatic emergencies that can occur in the theater. It will educate you on how to recognize them and the basics of how to treat them. From Asthma,
extremity injuries, electrocution, diabetic emergencies, to stroke and cardiac arrest this lecture and hands on CPR demonstration will help prepare
you for the worst. American Heart Association’s new Hands-Only CPR will be demonstrated with the opportunity to go hands on. Both hands-on
HOW TO KNOCK ON OPPORTUNITY'S DOOR presented by Carly Radebaugh, ITO
Opportunity will knock on your door, a phrase we've all heard before. Well what if you don't want wait for opportunity to come knocking? In this
workshop learn what it means to take initiative along with the leadership skills you'll need to get to where you want to be. There's nothing stopping
from opening opportunity's door, all you have to do is knock!
KEEPING YOUR HAIR ON presented by Gene Flaharty, Mehron Inc
Will demonstrate choosing a good wig, proper hair prep and securing the wig, including a quick release method for changes. Will demo applying
facial lace pieces and crepe hair. Will discuss water proof adhesives. Will share experiences and tricks of the trade from working on national tours.
Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
LOVE SHOULDN’T HURT: UTILIZING INTERACTIVE THEATRE TO PROMOTE HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS presented by Mark Kelty, Central Methodist
University
This workshop will demonstrate how Central Methodist University has been using a student-created script to bring the important topic of Healthy
Relationships to the high school classroom. During the workshop, Central's Interactors will perform the script, then work with volunteers to help
perform exercises from Augusto Boal’s Rainbow of Desire technique to analyze the dynamics of teen relationships. The InterActors will then facilitate
a discussion on healthy relationships. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
MARKETING TRENDS, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND FNNDRAISING FOR HS PROGRAMS presented by Roderick Duplissie
TBA
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL RELAXATION TECHNIQUES presented by Michael Lee, Opus Mime
Are you really ready to approach your next role? Clear in your mind? Using many different techniques, we’ll discover methods of muscle tension
and release, breathing skills and guided imagery to explore ways to imagine and discover characters in a whole new way. Not nap time; you’ll leave
wide awake and ready! Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
NAPS presented by Carly Radebaugh, ITO
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Have you ever considered how NAPS can change your life? In this workshop you ll learn about how powerful a NAP can actually be. NAPS can help
you improve your fundraising efforts, gain more audience members, or even attain administrative support for your theatre
program. Learn how to make your NAPS even more powerful at…
NEW ISSUES IN ARTS ADVOCACY presented by Ben Martin, Missouri Alliance for Arts Education
How will the new national education act (Every Student Succeeds Act-ESSA) affect theatre and other arts education programs. What is happening
in Missouri that we need to be aware of and what actions can we take to advance the cause of the arts in education? (Suggested for teachers and
student leaders) Both hands-on activities and lecture for Advanced Students
SENIOR THEATRE - DRAMA THERAPY presented by Debra Campbell, Kansas City Senior Theatre
This experiential workshop provides students with an overview of current trends and expanding opportunities in senior theatre, drama therapy,
creative arts and aging and drama programming that has an intergenerational focus. Students participate in meaningful and fun improvisational
theatre processes while learning techniques that are integral to self-revelatory theatre, socio-drama, playback theatre, reminiscence theatre, life story
theatre, and verbatim theatre. The workshop demonstrates how the power of drama to enhance and enrich quality of life for diverse populations; frail
older adults, persons with special needs, women experiencing domestic violence, cancer survivors, and more. Both hands-on activities and lecture
for Students at All Levels
SHOW YOUR ART! presented by Mikelle & Robert Cortez, Missouri Alliance for Arts Education
Mikelle Cortez is our representative on the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education for Missouri representatives, while Robert Cortez is the adult leader
of Show Me Arts. Learn how to begin a Show Me Arts group on your campus and how to advocate for Theatre Arts at the state level and even in
Washington DC Lecture for Students at All Levels
SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKEUP FOR THE STAGE presented by Gene Flaharty, Mehron Inc
Come discover the newest makeup products to give you the best special effects on stage. We’ll look at blood products, latex, flesh gel, collodion,
and more. The instructor will demonstrate on audience memebers and share his experience working with these products in shows and answer
questions about your productions and characters. For students and teacher: all levels. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All
Levels
STAGE MAKEUP presented by Matt Stevens, Associated Theatrical contractors
Stage makeup at its finest. Bring suggestions of what you would like to see and we will do "As you wish..." Both hands-on activities and lecture for
STAGE MANAGEMENT presented by Jessica Emmanus, Truman State University
Jessica will walk participants through the Stage Manager's job, from initial concept production meetings through the strike of the show. Special
emphasis will be placed on expectations of SMs at university and professional theatres, including document generation, line notes, Actors Equity
rules, and other duties. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
STAND UP COMEDY AND WHY WE LAUGH presented by Jason Thomas Mayfield, Comedian
NYC Comedian, Jason Thomas Mayfield, shares his thoughts on stand-up, comedy, laughter, joke writing, how it works, why it works, how to do it,
tricks of the trade, why we laugh, and also how to write a workshop description in one long, run-on sentence, and also he’ll perform a little bit too.
Lecture for Students at All Levels
TAKING IT TO THE STREETS presented by Ben Martin, Missouri Alliance for Arts Education
Participate in an innovative street theatre workshop that you can take back to your hometowns or schools. Cellular 'Cenes frees your actors from a
formal theatre setting and lets them interact with the audience in a whole new way. (For all students and teachers--Be prepared--we will be moving
around and you will need your cellular device on its loudest and most obnoxious ringtone!) Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
TBA presented by Kyle Dean Massey
TBA
THE ART OF STAGE LIGHTING presented by Harty Blackert, Independence Community College
How to make your actors look their best in any production. This workshop will focus on basic area, key, and fill lighting concepts, and discuss angle,
color, and gobo choices that will add pizazz to your show. The definition and creative application of top, side, back, and front lighting will be covered;
as well as how to effectively utilize conventional, LED, and smart lights to inspire look(s) that really “highlight” your production. Both hands-on
activities and lecture for Intermediate Students
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STAGE COMBAT
A SHORT FILM FIGHT presented by Brian Peters, 6th Floor Cinema
Students will be challenged to work together to create a short 1 page film in just 60 minutes...from writing the scripted page, rehearsing, filming the
action and then piecing the whole thing together. The goal is to have the film finished and ready to view by the end of the hour. Do you think we'll
make it? Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
BROADSWORD FOR THE STAGE presented by Brian Peters, 6th Floor Cinema
Students will learn the basics of using the broadsword onstage. This class will be limited to the number of swords available, so early arrival is highly
suggested. A sign up sheet will be present. This class is recommended for students who have taken a previous swordplay class at conference
before. Hands-on activities for Intermediate Students
STAGE COMBAT presented by Joe Potter, William Woods University
A workshop designed to teach actors the fundamentals of stage combat, fighting, and choreography. A heavy emphasis on safety will be stressed in
all engagements and situations. Hands-on activities for Beginners
STAGE COMBAT presented by Matt Rapport, Heart of America Shakespeare Festival
Students will learn the basics of stage combat. Including cueing, simple hand to hand combat and beginning sword technique. Emphasis will be on
safe and effective methods to enhance theatrical storytelling. Hands-on activities for Students at All Levels
UNARMED STAGE COMBAT presented by Brian Peters, 6th Floor Cinema
Students will learn the basic principles of performing violence on stage. Students should come to the workshop ready to move. Hands-on activities
for Beginners
TEACHERS ONLY
BREAKOUTEDU- TEACHERS ONLY presented by Nick Cusumano, Fort Zumwalt South High School
suggestions for use in the classroom and an introduction to the BreakoutEDU online community. Learn more at http://BreakoutEDU.com. Hands-on
activities for Beginners
CELEBRATING THE LEGACY presented by Deborah McArdle, English Speaking Union
The workshop will include performances and explanatory information regarding the annual Shakespeare Competitions hosted by both the St. Louis
and Kansas City chapters of the English Speaking Union. Equally exciting information will be presented regarding the June activities as Kansas City
hosts Shakespeare's First Folio document. In conjunction, all Missouri teachers will have the opportunity to attend a one day professional learning
session with a Master Teacher from the Folger National Teacher Corps. This workshop will clarify and answer any questions about the annual
competition or the summer workshop. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
DECODING SPOLIN’S THEATRE GAMES FOR THE CLASSROOM presented by Ed Reggi, Paper Slip Theatre
Viola Spolin’s writings and philosophy influenced not only American theatre, television, and film, but the American theatre classroom. But few
educators understand how to decode her theatre games. In this workshop, participants will decode the key principles behind Spolin?s theatre games
and the critical role the side-coach plays in teaching theatre. Experiencing Yes...And, Give and Take, Emerging Who, and other Spolin theatre
games, participants become better acquainted with the most overlooked parts of Spolin’s pedagogy. Both hands-on activities and lecture for
KITCHEN SINK ARTS INTEGRATION presented by Tom Tobias, Dept. of Elem. and Secondary Ed.
Theatre teachers are no strangers to collaboration within the arts. A stage production might enlist the help and support of the music, dance and the
visual art program in a school, along with many others. My teaching background is in the visual arts, so it’s doubtful that I can teach a theatre
teacher much if anything about theatre. Or can I? I’m convinced that a theatre teacher could potentially teach me about the visual arts, or at least
awaken my sensibilities to something that may have been staring me in the face and I simply had not seen. As arts teachers we are by definition
collaborators and engagers. We collaborate in helping students along the path to self-discovery and understanding, and we keep them engaged.
In our workshop, we will be collaborating on ways to articulate exactly what kinds of understandings we are universally striving to achieve with our
students. In keeping with my role as our state director of arts collaboration (officially arts education director) we will touch on integrating all of the arts
and a little science too during our hour and a half, with emphasis on making drums, beating on the drums we make, and using them in an
improvisation. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
PROMOTING THE BENEFITS OF IMPROV: HOW TO SAY "YES, AND . . ." TO LIFE! presented by Harold Hynick, Missouri Valley College
This workshop will focus on how embracing the philosophy of "yes, and . . ." in the classroom, on the stage, and in life. Both hands-on activities and
lecture for Students at All Levels
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TECHNICAL THEATRE
ADVANCED PROPS SPECIAL TOPICS : SPECIAL EFFECTS/BLOOD, GUTS, GORE presented by Eric Barnes
In this class learn about all sorts of different styles of home made stage blood and other materials and techniques for all of those messy show needs.
Learn everything from common stage blood recipes and which styles work best for which show, to ways to make things appear messy Lecture for
Advanced Students
ADVANCED PROPS SPECIAL TOPICS: SILICONE AND PLASTIC MOLDING/CASTING presented by Eric Barnes
In this class learn about silicone mold making as a way to reproduce items that you need multiple copies of onstage. Learn the ways that you can
transform a sculpted clay piece or found objects into a plastic object, learn about other types of molds and learn about effects and treatments you
can use to make your plastic piece look as if it is metal or glass. And about treatments you can use to make your plastic piece look as if it is metal or
glass. Lecture for Advanced Students
COLOR PERCEPTION presented by Rick McConnell, XS Lighting
LED fixtures, with so many color possibilities, are being used in the theatre today. We will explore the pros and cons of lighting the stage with LEDs.
Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
COSTUME COORDINATION FUNDAMENTALS presented by Jamie Brown, Freelance Costumer
Most of us don’t have the time, budget or resources to design and build our costumes from scratch. This course is created, specifically with high
school theatre in mind, to provide you the foundation for creating a cohesively costumed show. Whether you are a teacher, student, or parent
volunteer, I have tips and tricks to help you elevate the overall look of your show while staying within your budget and time limitations. Lecture for
COSTUME QUICK CHANGE TECHNIQUES presented by Jamie Brown, Freelance Costumer
Learn tips and tricks on how to change costumes faster and more efficiently. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
EXPLORING NEW MATERIALS TO CREATE AMAZING HAND PROPS presented by Eric Barnes
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn some fun and simple materials to create custom hand props. We will focus on materials to sculpt and create
detailed and intricate hand prop items. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Intermediate Students
FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD- FAKING FOOD presented by Eric Barnes
Food is one of the most common things faked for stage shows; in this class learn about ideas and techniques to help create more realistic stage food
and easy ways to create delicious pieces that will fool any audience. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Intermediate Students
GOLD LEAFING TECHNIQUES presented by Eric Barnes
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the techniques of how to gold/silver leaf surfaces; turning even the simplest props into gilt masterpieces.
Hands-on activities for Advanced Students
HISTORY OF DÉCOR presented by Eric Barnes
In this overview lecture we will discuss the history of both architectural styles and décor to help you create more accurate and interesting sets. A 45minute overview of the history of Décor as it has evolved throughout the ages. Lecture for Students at All Levels
HISTORY OF SILHOUETTE presented by Eric Barnes
In this overview lecture we will discuss the history of fashion trends, styles and the silhouette they have, to help you create more accurate and
interesting costumes. A 45-minute overview of the history of Silhouette as it has evolved throughout the ages. Lecture for Students at All Levels
HOW TO HELP TECH STUDENTS presented by Robert Holcombe
TBA
HOW TO IMPLEMENT LEDS IN SCENERY presented by Joe Novak Stages St. Louis
TBA
MAKEUP MYSTERIES REVEALED presented by Warren Holz
You will learn techniques from makeup essentials and skin care to specialty makeup that will dazzle the socks off of any audience. This workshop
will teach you the skills to confidently attack any makeup job from basic to amazing. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
OH! THE THINGS YOU CAN DO WITH A BALD CAP: presented by Warren Holz
The proper bald cap skills can set you apart from the rest. Las Vegas Prosthetic Makeup Artist Warren Holz will teach you the ins and outs of
successfully applying a bald cap for whatever the occasion may require. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at All Levels
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SKETCHUP FOR MODEL MAKING/PRESENTATIONS presented by Joe Novak Stages St. Louis
TBA
SKETCHUP FOR SCENIC CONSTRUCTION presented by Joe Novak Stages St. Louis
TBA
SKETCHUP GETTING STARTED presented by Joe Novak Stages St. Louis
TBA
STAGE LIGHTING 101 presented by Rick McConnell, XS Lighting
We will explore basic stage lighting, including fixture placement, focus and simple lighting design. Both hands-on activities and lecture for Students at
All Levels
STOCK SCENERY presented by Robert Holcombe
TBA
WHO/WHAT/WHERE/WHEN OF PROPS presented by Eric Barnes,
In this workshop, you?ll learn what being a Props Master is, how they organize they create props for productions, and tips and tricks for creating the
best props possible for your production. Lecture for Beginners
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WIGGING OUT? WIGS MADE EASY presented by Warren Holz
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Phyllis Balagna: Committed to Kids and Dance is what Phyllis Balagna is all about! With a background that includes formal training and experience
in ballet, jazz, tap, and musical theatre, she has developed a performing arts business that is respected throughout the entire country. “Ms. Phyllis”
has been an educator for over 33 years, and is proud to be celebrating 27 years as the owner of Steppin’ Out. Phyllis has a BS in Education from
UCM, previously taught high school theatre, and has students working professionally on Broadway stages, touring companies, TV and Film, cruise
ships, and on NFL Dance Teams.
Eric Barnes is the Props Master for the Central City Opera and the Tulsa Opera and also works as a freelance Props Artisan for the Repertory
Theater of St. Louis, Actors Theater of Louisville, the L.A. Opera and various other professional theater and opera companies across the U.S.
Harty Blackert (Independence Community College) As the Technical Director for the William Inge Theater, Harty Blackert brings 25 years of
experience in business management and technical theater to ICC. He designs the scenic, sound and lighting elements of all ICC productions, and
many William Inge Festival tributes and productions. His extensive knowledge on how skills learned in the theater can translate into “real life” and
“day-time” job application comes from first-hand experience, leadership, and success in business.
Elaine Bromka (Tea for Three, LLC) Film, TV, Bway, Off-Bway, regional theater - from Much Ado's Beatrice to Shirley Valentine. Girls, The
Sopranos, Sex & the City, E.R., Dharma & Greg, all the Law and Order shows, Providence, Playing for Time with Vanessa Redgrave and Catch a
Rainbow, for which Ms. Bromka won an Emmy. Cindy, the Uncle Buck mom, and the crazed Stella in Days of our Lives. Her Off-Broadway solo
show, “TEA FOR THREE: Lady Bird, Pat & Betty,” tours nationwide. Smith College phi beta kappa, guest artist at over 100 schools.
http://teaforthree.com/
Jamie Brown (Freelance Costumer) is an Entertainment Costumer based in Los Angeles, California. A proud member of IATSE local 768, Jamie
enjoys collaborating with other artists on all sorts of projects for theatre, television, film and digital media. She is an advocate for educational theatre,
volunteering as the Production Coordinator for the California State Thespians and is a professional member of the Educational Theatre Association.
Christina Burton (Choreographer) holds a BFA in Dance and Musical Theatre and is member of Actors Equity Association. Regional musical
theatre credits include: Judy Barbara Liza, Tin Pan Alley, Mary Poppins, Everyday Rapture, Cinderella, 1776, Kiss Me Kate. Her choreography
credits include: Hands on a Hard Body, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Aladdin at the Kauffman Center, AMC’s Wanda Gala in Beijing, Vegas
Baby! A Christmas Spectacular. She is faculty at the Kansas City Ballet.
Debra Campbell (Kansas City Senior Theatre) is Founder and Executive Director of Kansas City Senior Theatre. She has over 30 years
experience as a theatre educator, entrepreneur and social gerontologist, combined with five years working as a drama therapist. Deb is a member
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of the National Storytelling Network, National Center for Creative Aging, Generation Exchange, and KC Regional Storytellers. She designs and
directs self-revelatory performances such as Seven Stages-Seven Stories, an original play that received Best of Show in the 2015 KC Fringe
Festival.
Mikelle & Robert Cortez (Missouri Alliance for Arts Education) Robert Cortez is the band director at Mexico, Missouri. He is the adult board
member for the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education. Mikelle Cortez is the theatre director at Fulton High School and is on the state board for
Missouri Thespians. She is also the Missouri Represenative for Missouri Alliance for Arts Education.
Brian Cross received a BFA in Musical Theater from Missouri State University. As an Equity actor he has performed in Kansas City, regionally, and
internationally. In the Kansas City area he continues to present Musical Theater workshops for high school students, musically directs and performs
in various venues in the Kansas City area. For EdTA he was recently seen in “A Night With”, the opening show for ITF and presented several
workshops having mixed his theatrical work with his new career as a firefighter and paramedic.
Nick Cusumano (Fort Zumwalt South High School) is in his 21st year of teaching Theatre & Film in St. Peters, Missouri. Nick is a Google for
Education Certified Innovator, Trainer, Educator Level 1 and 2 and Google Certified Administrator. He was named a 2014 Midwest Education
Technology Conference Spotlight Educator. He co-hosts the TheatreCast podcast at theatrecast.org and in his blog edtech4theatre.com he
showcases, creates, and curates content focused on educational technology resources for Theatre and Film teachers.
Victoria Depew (University of Central Missouri) is the Professor of Costume Design and Technology at the University of Central Missouri. She
has designed for theatre and opera all over the country. She holds an MFA from Rutgers University.
Jessica Emmanus (Truman State University) is a senior Theatre major at Truman State University with both academic and professional State
Management experience. She is currently SMing TSU's production of THE NETHER by Jennifer Haley, the university premiere of this new play.
She has a wide range of experience in other areas of theatre, including acting; she starred in TSU's recent production of SHE KILLS MONSTERS, &
studied production management & fine arts management under Janet Albanese, Production & Site Coordinator at the Des Moines Performing Arts
Center.
Gene Flaharty (Mehron Inc), Makeup Artist/Instructor, has been doing professional makeup for TV, Film, print, and theatre for over 34 years. He
enjoys teaching at a local college and doing makeup on celebrities like Martin Short, Dee Wallace Stone and David Ogden Stiers. He has designed
over 200 different theater productions. He enjoys makeup education as he does lecture/demonstrations across the country in his full time position as
Sales Manager/Makeup Artist for Mehron Inc. in New York.
Adam Flores (Fontbonne University) is Assistant Professor of Theatre at Fontbonne University in St. Louis Missouri. He is a founding member of
the Mustard Seed Theatre. He holds a MFA in Directing from Baylor Unviersity. He has worked as an actor with more than ten professional
companies in the St. Louis region alone. Most recently he worked with the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the One-Minute Play Festival.
Robert Foulk (Avila University) is the Director of Performance Studies at Avila University in Kansas City, MO. He has worked as a Director,
Assistant Director, Stage Manager, Assistant Stage Manager and Actor in 90 Actor's Equity Assn. productions with over 4,000 performances in those
shows. Robert received his MFA from Florida State University and has studied over 500 hours at Shakespeare in Lenox, Mass.
Casee Hagan (Hazelwood Central High School) is a theater and dance teacher at Hazelwood Central High School. She received her Theater and
Dance Education Degree from Southeast Missouri State University. Casee currently teaches a dance class that covers styles from Ballet to Hip Hop
and everything in between.
Kurt Gerard Heinlein (Missouri State University) is currently the Head of Acting at the Missouri State University Professional Actor Training
Program. He is working member of AEA and SAG-AFTRA. He is also an active member of ATME, SAFD, and FDC. Kurt has worked extensively
since completing his MFA in Acting from the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM). Union performance credits include Broadway, national
tours, regional theatre, daytime drama, film, commercial print, and over 25 national television spots. His union movement, stunt, and combat work
have been seen in film & tel
Warren Holz is a Las Vegas makeup artist. He applied prosthetics for “Phantom: the Las Vegas Spectacular”. Currently, at the new Smith Center for
the Performing Arts, Warren works with all of the Broadway Touring Companies. including the world Premiere of Teller And Tom Waits “Tempest”
and the tour “kick off” of Kinky Boots.
Harold Hynick (Missouri Valley College) is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Missouri Valley College. He has served as Missouri State Chair
for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. His professional experience includes work at The Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre, The
Black Hills Playhouse, The Penobscot Theatre Company, and Stages Repertory Theatre in Houston.
Ellen Isom’s (Visitation Academy) varied career includes performing and choreographing professionally as well as educating theatre/dance
students. She's worked across the Midwest and around the world aboard Royal Viking Cruise Lines. Recent projects include: INTO THE WOODS,
ADDAMS FAMILY, SPRING AWAKENING, DOGFIGHT, MARY POPPINS, and ANYTHING GOES. A member of Actors' Equity Assoc., she's also
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on faculty at Webster University, Visitation Academy and the resident choreographer for the Midwest Theatre Auditions. Ellen choreographed the
MO-All-State show, VIOLET.
Sean David Johnson (New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts) is an industry professional with more than 15 years of professional experience
acting, directing, making film, coaching actors, and photographing headshots. He has trained with some of the most sought-after acting and
business of acting coaches from NYC to LA and has attended more than 100 industry seminars with casting directors, producers, talent agents,
managers, union leaders, headshot photographers, and more. Among his clients and collaborators have been award-winning actors and coaches
for TV, film, and Broadway.
Mark Kelty (Central Methodist University), Associate Professor and Director of Theatre at Central Methodist University, previously brought
interactive theatre to high school classrooms as the Artistic Director of InterAct Teen-to-Teen Theatre. That work encompassed such teen issues as
healthy relationships, eating disorders, diversity issues, and self-image. Dr. Kelty was also the founder and Artistic Director of the Loose Change
Players at the University of Missouri, where he earned his Ph.D. in theatre.
Andrew Kuhlman (STAGES St. Louis) works as an actor in St. Louis and as the Producing Associate at STAGES St. Louis. He has worked at
STAGES for almost four years. In 2015 Andrew enjoyed worked as an actor, director, and teaching artist with a number of great STL theatre
companies. He is a Francis Howell High School graduate, Troupe 1917!
Michael Lee (Opus Mime) is an actor, director and movement coach. Two of his mime plays, Lascaux...Dawn of Art and This, Uh, Body, were
selected and performed at the International Thespian Festival. Currently he teaches physical acting and coaches for world-class ice dancers,
including gold- and silver-medal winners at the 2010 and 2014 Olympics. Michael was one of the last and most advanced students of the late
Marcel Marceau, who critiqued his work and said, “You have a distinct drama and strength...the calibre of my own company.”
Andrea Martin with Missouri State Thespian Alumni who are currently enrolled in Theatre Programs around the United States.
Ben Martin (Missouri Alliance for Arts Education) taught and directed theatre for 34 years before retiring in the spring of 2010. He won the
annual Outstanding Teacher Award from Missouri State Thespians in 2007 and is a former Board Member of Missouri State Thespians. Martin
continues to be an active arts advocate by serving as Executive Director for the Missouri Alliance for Arts Education.
Jason Thomas Mayfield (Comedian) is a comedian, actor, and storyteller living in Brooklyn. His long and varied performance career includes
musical theatre in Dallas, TX; modern dance in Prague, Cz; Children's Theatre in Charlotte, NC; a magician in Baltimore, MD; a residency in
Nagaoka, Jp; and a nation-wide tour with his hilarious one-man-show “Everybody Lied to Me.” He performs and teaches all over the country. His
podcast “Still Grounded with Jason Thomas Mayfield” is available on iTunes. He was also a thespian in high school.
www.JasonThomasMayfield.com
Deborah McArdle (English Speaking Union) As a retired Triple Diamond NFL coach, Mrs. McArdle continues to enjoy interacting via speech
events with both teachers and students. The English Speaking Union's Shakespeare competition was and still is a most enjoyable event for her in
particular. Mrs. McArdle coached many Shakespeare competitors with several placing as finalists and with one winning Kansas City's competition.
As a retired teacher, Mrs. McArdle is now enthused about promoting the competition by recruiting teachers and helping in coachng potential
competitors.
Rick McConnell (XS Lighting) founded XS Lighting in 1981. In his thirty plus years in the industry he has been a Master Electrician at several
venues along with designing lighting for live music, theatre, trade shows, corporate events and galas. He has served on the KC Fringe Festival
Board and committees for other not for profit events.
Michael McIntosh (Southeast Missouri State University) An internationally-recognized artist, Michael has directed and acted throughout the
world. Michael’s award-winning work has been seen Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons and The York Theatre, among other venues. Michael
made his home base New York City for 17 years. From there, he worked on productions in Missouri, Ohio, Florida, Pennsylvania, California, New
York, Chicago, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Beirut, Lebanon. Michael is a proud member of SAG-AFTRA, the Society of Directors and
Choreographers, and Actors? Equity Association.
Ashley Miller (University of Central Missouri) is an Associate Professor of Dance at the University of Central Missouri. She received her Bachelor
of Arts with a Dance Emphasis from Iowa State University and an MFA in Dance Performance and Choreography from the University of New Mexico.
Since arriving at UCM, Ashley has been instrumental in establishing the BFA Musical Theatre program and dance minor. Ashley also holds teaching
certifications in beginning levels of ballroom dance and YogaFit. She is an active member of the NDEO and American College Dance Association.
Janie Morgan (Missouri Valley College) is an Associate Professor of Dance and Artistic Director of Repertory Dance Ensemble at Missouri Valley
College in Marshall, MO. She received her MFA in Dance from Arizona State University and her BFA in Related Arts/Dance from Kutztown
University of Pennsylvania. She has had the privilege of working with many choreographers, including Nora Chipaumire, Liz Lerman, Columbine
Macher, Carley Conder and Michael Baxter. Janie has trained, taught, choreographed and performed throughout TX, PA, NY, AZ, MO, London and
Namibia, Africa.
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Gregory J. Owen (Central Methodist University) is an Assistant Professor of Theatre and Communications at Central Methodist University where
he serves as scenic & lighting designer and production manager. Greg is a playwright and member of the Dramatists Guild of America. Greg’s tenminute play, 20 Oz of Crazy, won second place in the Center of the World Festival?s 2011 Ecodrama Contest and his ten-minute play, Next!, was
selected for production by the Academy of International Educators Ten Minute Play Buffet XIII. He may one day take over the world.
Elliot Pearsall (Circus Kaput) Elliot the Entertainer is one of the best loved local performers in the Greater St. Louis Area. Building on his mastery
of amazing movement technique, Elliot began learning the variety arts a few years ago and soon became one of the most sought after entertainers in
the Circus Kaput Troupe. Gradually he got into magic and doing shows for kids. All the while, he is one of Circus Kaput's featured performers for
stilt walking, juggling, unicycling and fire. He has taught workshops nationally in circus and flow arts.
Kenny Personett’ (Choreographer) credits include the Los Angeles Choreographers Carnival, Debbie Reynolds Dance Showcase, Carnival Cruise
Lines, Princess Cruise Lines, Busch Gardens Tampa, Action in "West Side Story" for Spinning Tree Theatre, and more. Next up Kenny will be
choreographing "13" for Spinning Tree Theatre.
Brian Peters (6th Floor Cinema) is a professional actor and stuntman with the Midwest Stunts Association. He is a director, producer and
independent film maker, as well. His credits include The Dark Knight; Chicago Fire; Chicago PD; Chicago Med; Empire, and Shameless.
Joe Potter (William Woods University) is Artistic Director of Theatre and has been a full-time WWU theatre professor for 33 years. He earned his
BA in Theatre from Drury University and his MA in Theatre Arts from Cal State University, Los Angeles. Before coming to WWU, he worked in
professional theatre, television and film. His professional theatre credits include four seasons with Starlight Theatre in Kansas City, MO. His
television and movie credits include such productions as Star Trek: The Movie, 1941, Blade Runner, Superman, The Waltons, and Dukes of
Hazzard.
Tee Quillen (Missouri Western State University) is a classically trained professional actor & Assistant Professor of Theatre & Cinema. He holds
his Bachelors of Arts in Theatre from the University of Alabama and his Masters of Fine Arts in Acting from the Meadows School for the Arts at
Southern Methodist University. Tee started out by working his way through his undergraduate program as on-air talent for several professional and
public radio stations. During his time at the University of Alabama, he co-founded Guerilla Theatre, an evening of scenes, monologues, and one-act
plays.
Matt Rapport (Heart of America Shakespeare Festival) is the director of Education for the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival as well as a
Teaching Artist and actor with over twenty years of experience. The mission of the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival is to make Shakespeare’s
works accessible to a diverse audience through professional theater and educational programs. Matt is delighted to return to the conference this year
and share his love of acting and Shakespeare.
Matt Redmond (Oklahoma City University) is currently a senior at Oklahoma City University, pursuing a degree in Acting and Directing. An alumni
of Missouri Thespians, Matt has worked professionally as an actor, director, and assistant in Oklahoma City, St. Louis, and New York. He recently
worked on his first broadway production, Penn and Teller on Broadway as well as worked for Feinstein’s/54 Below assisting artists such as Jeremy
Jordan, Laura Osnes, Michele Lee, and more.
Ed Reggi (Paper Slip Theatre) performs and coaches improv internationally. He got his start studying with The Second City's founder Paul Sills.
Taking a class with Reggi will change your entire experience around improv acting!
Dr. Mick Sokol (Drury University) works at Drury University in Springfield, Missouri, as a Professor of Theatre specializing in playwriting.
Matt Stevens (Associated Theatrical contractors) Keith Rennaker has been a wonderful asset for the staff and customers of Associated
Theatrical Contractors for 9 years. He's been doing costumes & makeup professionally for almost 20 years. He has a degree in Visual
Communication from the Colorado Institute of Art. He is one of ATC's 3 resident Makeup Artists and Instructors for our Professional Makeup
Classes
Kenneth L. Stilson (Southeast Missouri State University) is best known as the author of the classic text, Acting is Believing. He is Chair of
Theatre & Dance in the Holland School at Southeast Missouri State University. A professional director and acting coach, Kenn specializes in acting
technique and auditioning. He is also a professional playwright and screenwriter, and he is a member of AEA and SDC, the professional actors and
directors unions.
Ben Swoboda (CORE Improv) CORE Improv (Ben Swoboda, Mimi Swoboda, & Steven Vance) has been providing improv coaching to St.Louis’s
High School and University students since 1999. Members have trained and performed with institutions such as iO Theater, The Annoyance, Second
City, The Improv Shop, Comedy Sportz, and CITY Improv.
Mimi Swoboda (CORE Improv) Mimi is one of the CORE coaches presenting at the conference this year. CORE Improv has been providing improv
coaching to St.Louis’s High School and University students since 1999. Members have trained and performed with institutions such as iO Theater,
The Annoyance, Second City, The Improv Shop, Comedy Sportz, and CITY Improv.
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Tom Tobias (Dept. of Elem. and Secondary Ed.) was born in 1954 and grew up St. Louis Missouri. In 1976 he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Degree from Southwest Missouri State University (Missouri State University) with an emphasis in printmaking and drawing. In 1982, he graduated
with a Master of Fine Arts Degree and teaching certification from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. Almost all of his 33 year teaching
career was spent as an art teacher, K-12 at various schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools, the last ten at Metro High School.
James Van Leishout (Voices Unlimited) has been a professional director and producer for four decades, including 14 years as the Artistic Director
of the Washington Shakespeare Festival. James has taught at South Puget Sound Community College, University of Illinois: Edwardsville, Brigham
Young University, and as a Master Teacher at the Vancouver Film School (Canada). James has given workshops at the Northwest Drama
Conference, Washington State's Arts Time, the International Thespian Festival, the Educational Theatre Association Conference and numerous state
Thespian conferences. He has been an adjudicator for Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, ITF and several state Thespian festivals.
Steven Vance (CORE improv) CORE Improv (Ben Swoboda, Mimi Swoboda, & Steven Vance) has been providing improv coaching to St.Louis’s
High School and University students since 1999. Members have trained and performed with institutions such as iO Theater, The Annoyance, Second
City, The Improv Shop, Comedy Sportz, and CITY Improv.
Robert Westenberg (Drury University) joined the Drury University Theatre faculty after a lengthy commercial career that included work on
Broadway and Off-Broadway, in regional theatres, national tours, television and film. He is perhaps best remembered for his roles in the original
Broadway casts of Into the Woods as the Wolf and the Prince, for which he received a Tony nomination and Drama Desk Award, Secret Garden as
Neville Craven, and Sunday in the Park with George, replacing Mandy Patinkin in the title role. Other Broadway credits include Javert in Les Miz.
Kate Wilkinson (Fort Zumwalt East) is the theater teacher at Fort Zumwalt East School. She is not an expert or certified in Rasabox training. She
was interested in the concept and adapted the original practices to make it appropriate for an advanced classroom. She hopes to share this activity
with aspiring actors and teachers who want a new activity to take back to their individual troupes.
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CAMPUS
Level 1: 12th Street Meeting Room
Level 2: Basie Ballroom &
Elevated Walkway to Muehlebach
Level 3: Jazz Musician Named Rooms
Main Level: Salons, Truman,
Colonial, Imperial
Lower Level: Barney Allis Lobby,
Royal Ehxibit Hall (meals)
Trianon Level: Burgundy,
Lido, Trianon
General Sessions & Shows
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2200 Rooms
Exhibitors
MAPS
MARRIOTT TOWER
MUEHLEBACH TOWER
Marriott Tower
Muehlebach Tower
MARY LOU
WILLIAMS
B
BENNIE
MOTEN
A
BENNIE
MOTEN
B
JULIA
LEE
A
JULIA
LEE
B
WOMEN
11th
SERVICE
ELEVATOR
EXECUTIVE
BOARD ROOM
PHONES
ANDY
KIRK
A
FOYER
MEN
2
3
4
5
6
7
LOBBY BAR
GROUP REGISTRATION
& COAT CHECK
MARY LOU
WILLIAMS
A
MEN
1
12th STREET
ANDY
KIRK
B
THIRD LEVEL
PREFUNCTION AREA
ESCALATOR
JAY
McSHANN
B
SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON
BALTIMORE
JAY
McSHANN
A
CENTRAL
LESTER
YOUNG B
WYANDOTTE
LESTER
YOUNG A
STAIR
NO.3
BIG JOE
TURNER B
WOMEN
GUEST ELEVATOR
13th
WYANDOTTE
STORAGE
SERVICE
ELEVATOR
MAIN
KITCHEN
LOBBY
STAIR
NO.4
BIG JOE
TURNER A
12th STREET
ELEVATED WALKWAY TO MARRIOTT TOWER
TRUMAN ROOM
B
A
COLONIAL BALLROOM
SERVICE AREA
COUNT BASIE
BALLROOM
C
MEN
STORAGE
C1
B1
SERVICE
CORRIDOR
GUEST ELEVATOR
A1
IMPERIAL BALLROOM
WOMEN
OPEN ATRIUM
TO LOBBY LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
PHONES
COAT
STORAGE
YARDBIRD
A
STAIR
NO.3
SERVICE
ELEVATOR
BALLROOM FOYER
ESCALATORS
TO LOBBY
LEVEL
BALTIMORE STREET
B
YARDBIRD
B
PAMPAM
RESTAURANT
SECOND LEVEL
ELEVATED WALKW
TO MUEHLEBACH TOWER
ESCALATOR RENDEZVOUS
ROOM
A
BARNEY ALLIS
CONCIERGE LOUNGE
BARCENTRAL
GUEST ELEVATOR
12TH STREET
MEETING ROOM
COFFEECENTRAL
GIFT
SHOP
CONCIERGE
DESK
ESCALATORS
TO SECOND
LEVEL
MetropolitanKC
ROYAL EXHIBIT HALL
FRONT DESK
Muehlebach Tower
12th STREET
THIRD LEVEL
MEN
WOMEN
ELEVATED WALKWAY TO MARRIOTT TOWER
11th
LOWER LEVEL
SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON SALON
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
BALTIMORE
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
LOBBY
WYANDOTTE
13th
TRUMAN ROOM
B
A
COLONIAL BALLROOM
TRIANON
LOWER LEVEL
D
ESCALATOR
WYANDOTTE
CENTRAL
PREFUNCTION AREA
SECOND LEVEL
LIDO
M W
GROUP REGISTRATION
& COAT CHECK
STAIR
NO.3
LOBBY BAR
12th STREET
BURGUNDY
12th STREET
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
W
TEA ROOM
TRIANON LEVEL
C
B
A
E
TRIANON LEVEL
CONVENTION CENTER
BALTIMORE STREET
IMPERIAL BALLROOM
STAIR
NO.3
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
ESCALATOR RENDEZVOUS
ROOM
PAMPAM
RESTAURANT
ELEVATED WALKW
TO MUEHLEBACH TOWER
BARNEY ALLIS
W
TEA ROOM
C
ROYAL EXHIBIT HALL
BURGUNDY
LOWER LEVEL
MAIN LEVEL LOBBY
LIDO
M W
TRIANON
LOWER LEVEL
D
TRIANON LEVEL
TRIANON LEVEL
C
B
A
E
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