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Workshops and Residencies
We are dedicated to creating programs that make use of the full educational
potential of theater as a subject of study, an instrument for the
development of life skills, and as a means of making other subjects
more accessible to students.
The art of theater is also an excellent method of teaching non-theatrical
subjects in a creative interactive and stimulating way. In addition
to the workshops below, we've worked with schools on their productions,
filling in roles such as Fight Choreographer, Dialect Coach and
even Director! We will partner with your school to develop a program
that specifically meets your needs.
Costs for workshops and residencies vary with each topic. Prices
range from $70 - $100 per session. Sessions are 45 minutes - 1
hour, adaptable to school schedules. All workshops are designed
for a classroom sized group of 10-30 students. Most workshops can
be performed in single visits or in a residency format with multiple
visits. To get the most out of the experience, we recommend a residency
of at least four visits to go in depth on any of the topics below.
Many topics fall into multiple catagories, so be sure to scroll
down through all offerings!
Programs for Theater Arts Standards
These workshops serve as introductions to aspects of the theatrical
art form. Let our teaching artists design a program tailored
to your students' interest and level of expertise.
Acting
Basics
So many members of the education artist staff love teaching basic
acting skills that this course can offer a number of approaches
to learning acting basics. Try a single approach or several,
you’re bound to love the learning too!
Recommended for 4th - 12th grades
Introduction to Improvisation
Okay. . . the audience suggests that a UFO has just abducted you and you’re
locked in a holding cell with a talking tree, two politicians and Bozo the Clown.
. .GO! Through this fast-paced class, students learn to take suggestions and
create lively scenes that leave the audience cheering.
Recommended for 4th - 12th grades
Playwriting
Participants will work collaboratively to create original monologues, scenes
and plays. Students will explore character development, conflict and plot structure.
Recommended for 6th - 12th grades
Auditioning Techniques
This practical workshop for students will explore how to audition,
including monologues and cold readings. Some focus will also
be placed on resume development and headshots. For high schoolaudiences,
the workshop will also include techniques for auditioning and
interviewing for college theater programs. Monologue selection
and coaching is also available.
Recommended for 8th - 12th grades
Introduction to Directing
This hands-on workshop will look at ways to read and analyze plays
as well as develop a concept for taking a play from page to stage.
Learn to translate your ideas into stage action as well as techniques
on working with actors.
Recommended for 9th - 12th grades
Intro to Shakespeare
A perfect opportunity to make sense out of Shakespeare! This class
will explore the language of Shakespeare and give students the
opportunity to truly understand The Bard!
Recommended for 9th - 12th grades
Stage Combat
Learn the basics of hand-to-hand and simple weapons combat for
the stage. With the focus on safety and the emphasis on fun,
this class can’t be “beat”. Large space with
mats is desirable.
Recommended for 9th - 12th grades
Programs for Language Arts and Reading Standards
The art of theater is an excellent method of teaching core subjects
in a creative, interactive and stimulating way. These workshops
make use of theatrical concepts as tools for educating students.
Reading Comprehension
Reading Residencies take place at the school with at least 8
one-hour long sessions (we are very flexible on the number
of visits). The residency is designed with the teacher in order
to create primary and secondary objectives based on the needs
of the students. Students will take an established text and
analyze it from both a literary and theatrical standpoint giving
them a well-rounded base of knowledge. The text is first read
for comprehension and then re-read (either fully or excerpts)
in order to analyze theme, author intent, character and plot
development. By using writing activities, improvisation and
other theater activities, students are able to comprehend reading
in a creative and exciting way!
Recommended for 4th - 12th
grades
Click here to learn more about our Reading Residencies
Programs for Teaching Life Skills
Although all of our programs help teach students life skills necessary
in tody's world including communication, teamwork, problem-solving
and listening, we also have specific workshops and residencies
geared towards the development of these skills.
Theater Residency - Life Skills Focus
We can create a program for your school-day or as part of your
after-school program, to teach students through the dynamic art
of theater, their importance as individuals and how to better
function in a community. Theater games and improvisation teach
skills in focus, teamwork, group problem-solving and communicating
positively with face, voice and body. Recommended minimum number
of visits: 6
Recommended for 4th - 12th grades
**CREATE YOUR OWN WORKSHOP**
Is there something you have in mind that you can’t find on
this list? Do you need assistance on your school's production?
The Rep’s Education Department has a wide range of talented
education artists who specialize in different areas. We can be
a resource to you!
Questions? Please contact Jenny Kostreva, Education
Director - jkostreva@milwaukeerep.com or
414-290-5370
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