Audition Notice: StoryBook Theatre

StoryBook Theatre is thrilled to announce the beginning of it's audition process for the first of their seven productions.  Although full teams have not been assembled we are laying the groundwork for a fantastic year and need to get going on man of our projects as our first show opens in less than two months!

AUDITION DATES:

MONDAY, JULY 29th- 7pm to 10pm

TUESDAY, JULY 30th - 7pm to 10pm

SATURDAY, AUG 3rd- 1pm to 5pm

MONDAY, AUG 5th-  7pm to 10pm

Those auditioning should come prepared with:

ONE SONG from Musical Theatre

ONE MONOLOGUE of your choosing no longer than 2 minutes

We are casting AGES 10 and UP between all three shows of the season.

NEW CANADIAN KID - Sept.20 to Oct.5

a one hour play directed by KAREN JOHNSON-DIAMOND

CAPTAIN LOUIE - Oct.18 to Nov. 2

a one hour musical written by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ of Pippin, Children of Eden, Godspell and Wicked fame

BIG THE MUSICAL - Dec.6 to 28

a two hour musical with parts for all ages directed by JP THIBODEAU

More information can be found on our website:

http://storybooktheatre.org/auditions

Summer Workshop & Intensive - Hurry only a few spaces available!

Company of Rogues has a few spaces available in our upcoming Acting for Film & Television workshop (July 27th - 28th) and our Meisner Intensive (August 12th - 16th). Call 403.228.5526 or email info@corogues.com to register.

Acting for Film and Television: Working From Within
July 27 - 28, 2013
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw
Description: This workshop is an introduction to the film acting process and the concept of “working from within” – the foundation of authentic performance. The fundamentals of on-camera technique are introduced through scene work and an exploration of the audition process- actors will work on a variety of scenes (sides) under “audition conditions”.
The instructor works individually with each actor, assisting them in crafting an authentic performance for the camera. The workshop culminates in a simulated audition, with the instructor taking on the role of casting director. The workshop also includes a discussion of the business of acting and the demands of the professional film audition.
This workshop is ideal for actors making the leap from theatre to film or for actors beginning their journey into the filmic medium.
Prereq: Essentials of Acting
Cost: $325 + GST

Meisner Intensive
August 12 - 16, 2013
Monday – Friday 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Instructor: Stacie Harrison
Description:  Whether you’re seeking an introduction to the Meisner Technique or a chance to brush up on your work, the Meisner Intensive will serve either of these purposes. Over the course of five consecutive evenings, students will participate in Meisner’s word repetition exercise and improv exercises, culling from the actor emotional authenticity by working truthfully off their partner, moment to unanticipated moment. A strong introduction for those thinking of taking the Meisner Technique class in the Fall and a great way to gain more experience for those who have already undertaken this training.
Level: Beginner - Advanced
Prereq: Essentials of Acting (or Equivalent)
Cost: $350 + GST

 

AUDITION NOTICE: FRONT ROW CENTRE PLAYERS

AUDITION NOTICE

My Fair Lady

Front Row Centre Players announces

auditions for its first show of the 25th Anniversary (2013/2014) season

- My Fair Lady.

Tuesday July 30th and Thursday August 1st from 7:00PM-10:00PM, and Sunday August 4th from 1:30PM to 5:30PM at the Beddington Heights Community Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Drive NW.

For more information or to book an audition please visit the Get Involved section of our website (http://www.frontrowcentre.ca/auditions).

Acting for Film and Television: Working from Within

There is still room in our Acting for Film and Television workshop taught by Joe-Norman Shaw! Call 403.228.5526 or email info@corogues.com for more information or to register.

Acting for Film and Television: Working From Within
July 27 - 28, 2013
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Instructor: Joe-Norman Shaw

Description: This workshop is an introduction to the film acting process and the concept of “working from within” – the foundation of authentic performance. The fundamentals of on-camera technique are introduced through scene work and an exploration of the audition process- actors will work on a variety of scenes (sides) under “audition conditions”.
The instructor works individually with each actor, assisting them in crafting an authentic performance for the camera. The workshop culminates in a simulated audition, with the instructor taking on the role of casting director. The workshop also includes a discussion of the business of acting and the demands of the professional film audition.
This workshop is ideal for actors making the leap from theatre to film or for actors beginning their journey into the filmic medium.
Prereq: Essentials of Acting
Cost: $325 + GST

Neutral Mask - taught by Aaron Coates

Neutral Mask

July 22 - August 7, 2013 (Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:30 pm)

Instructor: Aaron Coates

Would you like to make your performances more physically dynamic? Are you interested in playing characters far from your own type? In this workshop, students will use the Neutral Mask to discover greater freedom in performance, to learn what real presence is all about, and to use your body to its full potential as a storytelling tool. The work will begin with a discovery of the habits, unconscious mannerisms, and accidental movements that we often don’t recognize as we perform.  After discovering a “neutral state”, we will then examine how you create characters with clear and specific qualities. We will examine extreme movement and minute movement, making this class suitable for performance on stage or screen.

Aaron Coates is an actor, director, playwright, teacher, and the co-artistic director of Trepan Theatre.  He studied acting at Mount Royal College in Calgary and at Ecole Philippe Gaulier in Paris. With Trepan, a company known for outrageous physical comedy, he has created and performed in SHE, Matadora, The Cat Lady Show, and La Mexicaine de Perforation.  Aaron has worked for many theatre companies in Calgary including Cowtown Opera Company, Lunchbox Theatre, Theatre Calgary, Ghost River Theatre, Vertigo Theatre, Calgary Opera, Quest Theatre, and Downstage.   His plays include: The End of the Rope, which has toured throughout Alberta and was shortlisted for the Writers Guild of Alberta Award for Drama; Tin Soldier, an adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen story, created in collaboration with UK-based Aitherios Theatre and performed in an Off-West End Theatre in London; and numerous short plays and monologues which have been performed in Canada, Australia, and England.  He is also a faculty member of Company of Rogues Actors’ Studio and co-artistic director of Calgary’s long-running “improvised soap opera” Dirty Laundry.

For more information, or to register for this class please call Company of Rogues at 403.228.5526 or email info@corogues.com.

2013 Summer Performance Intensive: Rimers of Eldritch

Come join Company of Rogues at our 2013 Summer Performance Intensive at Evergreen Theatre!

June 20, 2013 - 7:30 pm
June 21, 2013 - 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Tickets: $15 adult/ $10 student/senior (CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR).

Rimers of Eldritch:
In the decaying Mid-Western town of Eldritch, dwell the ones who were left behind and those that made the choice to stay. These lost souls inhabit the landscape of Lanford Wilsons Bible Belt America, with its catchword morality ('virgin,'God-fearing') and the viciousness that lies beneath the pious surface. He senses the rhythm of its life and the cruelty it can impose. He understands the speech patterns of its loveless gossips, its sex-hungry boys, its compassionless preachers, its car-conscious youth, and the nasty little secrets that bubble beneath the quiet streets of Eldritch.

For more information please call 403.228.5526 or email info@corogues.com

Master Class Program

The Company of Rogues Actor's Studio Master Class Program is a one-year full-time acting program. The program is intended to provide the student actor with an intense level of training under the highest caliber of professional instruction. Master Class consists of four primary streams of study: Scene Study, Meisner Technique, Acting for Film &Television, and Voice & Movement for the Actor.

Located on Calgary’s funky and exciting 17th Avenue Strip, Company of Rogues is deeply immersed in the vibrant theatre and film communities in both, Calgary, Alberta and Vancouver, B.C. Our actors are sought after by local/regional casting directors, filmmakers and theatre companies alike. Furthermore, at Rogues all of our instructors are working professionals who offer the highest quality of instruction and mentorship; providing career counseling and guidance beyond the term of the program. Our Studio Directors, Christianne Hirt and Joe-Norman Shaw are available to provide you with more detailed information through a Master Class Interview.

Actors interested in applying for the Master Class Program should contact the Studio to arrange an interview and to set up an audition. Our full-time program runs from early September to the end of June. Students are accepted into the program through the interview/audition process during the previous spring and early summer months (May - July). However, if enrollment permits we occasionally admit students at a later date.

Please submit either a head shot and resume or a photo with an accompanying letter of interest (detailing any previous experience) via e-mail (info@corogues.com) - Please include the subject heading “Master Class Audition/Interview” or in person at the Studio (2nd floor 1232 17th Ave SW). Upon receipt of your application we will arrange for an audition and interview with one of our studio directors.

Master Class Interviews
The Master Class interview process is dedicated to creating a program that is right for each actor, taking into consideration individual scheduling needs and previous acting experience. We also offer a customized payment plan and our flexible scheduling allows students to remain employed during their training period- a feature unique to our program. Beyond the one-year full-time program, actors will find opportunities to continue to train with us on a course-by-course or session-by-session basis for as long as they choose to call Company of Rogues their creative home.

Master Class Auditions
For new students applying to the Master Class Program you are required to audition for one of our studio directors. Auditions consist of the presentation of one contemporary monologue of your choice, two minutes in duration. The half-hour audition will consist of the presentation of your selected piece and a working session with our director. Please bring in a hard copy of your head shot and resume or photo and letter on interest to the audition. 

We invite you to audit our classes and discover why Company of Rogues is the place to be.

Teen Sketch Comedy Workshop: Spaces Available!

This summer, Company of Rogues Actors’ Studio is offering a Teen Sketch Comedy workshop for ages 13 – 17 taking place Saturday, July 20^th and Sunday, July 21^st. More information about this workshop is listed below! If you or your child is interested in taking this workshop or looking for further information, please contact 403.228.5526 or email info@corogues.com.

Teen Sketch Comedy Workshop

July 20 & 21, 2013

Saturday –Sunday 10:00am - 3:00pm (Ages 13-17)

Instructor: Meaghan Sholdice-Farhall

Description:  A perfect opportunity for teens to learn more about sketch comedy.  Creating and gaining valuable experience through the process of improvisation for playmaking.  This exciting workshop helps teens develop their creative voice and play for truth with comedic material.  The workshop will culminate with a performance for a friends and family filled audience.

Level: Beginner - Advanced

Cost: $175 plus GST