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For two weeks twenty-two students from all walks of life gathered at Milwaukee Repertory Theater for a Summer Theater Conservatory (STC). Participants came from all over the state of Wisconsin as well as other states to join us for this program. Students of all ages worked in tandem studying Shakespeare under the guidance of Resident Company Members Lee E. Ernst and Deborah Staples. In a short two weeks, students dived into vigorous training in character development, movement, vocal production, Shakespeare text and scansion, culminating in a Showcase performance of scenes and monologues. In the past, STC was a program merely for high school students. The material studied is accessible for any age group and we decided this year to expand the program to include college students and theater educators. Students and teachers both enhanced their skills as performers through this class and teachers are able to bring some of the lessons back to their own high school and college courses.
The Rep has maintained a partnership with Ten Chimneys and University of Wisconsin – Parkside during STC. Students spent a day at Ten Chimneys, the home of Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne, where they toured the estate in the morning and engaged in scene study in the afternoon. This is the third year we brought STC participants to Ten Chimneys. It is an inspiring place for students to learn and grow as theater artists. UW-Parkside Theater Department arranged a summer internship for STC students to receive college credit for their participation. The new format for STC this summer, provided us with a dynamic group that worked side by side, “cheek by jowl”, to discover and learn about acting and Shakespeare. Each student brought something different to the table which, in turn, enhanced the program even more. It was thrilling for the students to work with professional actors that each of them have seen on stage at The Rep or American Players Theater. We are so happy to have offered this unique and exciting program to aspiring actors and educators. "This
was one of the best educational experiences I have ever had.
(And at my age, I've had many.) Deb and Lee created
a very professional working atmosphere but also made the class
a great deal of fun. I was very impressed with the fact that
they treated teenagers as if they were professional actors.
Not surprisingly, the kids responded likeprofessionals. And
watching their growth was a delight."
"I didn’t
know going into this how professional everyone would be and how
I would be treated as a real actor. - Student Participant from STC 2009
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you are interested in joining us for Summer Theater Conservatory 2010 please
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