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  • Directing Controversy

    When I first chose to direct A Raisin in the Sun I wanted to put the show on because I had the right students to make it happen. The demographics of the school supported an all black cast of actors, and I thought it a wonderful opportunity to put on a timely show. Lorraine Hansberry’s script…

  • The Audition Process – One View

    An audition might well land a student on stage. Too often when looking for a part in a play, a student might focus far too much on the role and not the director’s prerogative. Any director would be willing to say their goal is always to cast someone. In fact, there is a truth that…

  • Planting Seeds in a Theater

    As a theatre teacher I have always been fortunate to work with such talent that would often leave me humbled by the opportunities I experienced. I am of the school of finding yourself on stage. On countless occasion I would hear myself tell my students it matters little the set you have behind you, it…

  • To Sir With Love

    Oh, if I might dream the scenes of Sidney Poitier in moments as a child. His, a beautiful grace, a magical sojourn for the eyes anyone a witness. I was actually on my couch having a nap when the news came across my phone. I closed my eyes for a moment and recognized that beautiful…

  • An Actor Suggests

    Walk on stage Speak a couple of lines Audience is alerted Walk off stage ~ Audience waits Music begins Heads turn to empty regions of the Bare stage Audience listens ~ A prop Walk on stage with a wooden stool Audience focus Left hand grips a rung Places it down left center A prop ~…

  • A Writer’s Lives

    Lives, That’s what the actor said When asked What profession he chose to play You see he said In an eloquent tone Writing is how I release my energy So walking across a stage Allows my muse to step forward Play a role Satisfy a need Imagine a scenario Create a new identity In a…

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