Theatre Arts Series

2008

Auditioning Workshop

Learn the ins and outs of auditioning. How to prepare. What directors are looking for. Get a sample of different "types" of auditions. A good place to start for all those who've always wanted to get into acting.

• Register here.
• Price: $15 (Member: $10)
• Date: July 19, 2008
• Time: 1-4pm

Touch/No Easy Answers Seminar

Working in correlation with Victim Services, RCT provides volunteers for one of the longest continuously-running programs on sexual abuse awareness and prevention. Touch and No Easy Answers are performed to area school children throughout the school year. This seminar is to introduce the community and educators to the program, providing an opportunity to view condensed versions of each show, talk to past volunteers and members of Victim Services, and learn more about how to get more involved.

• Date: Aug. 19, 2008
• Time: 7pm

Rochester Arts Roundtable: Session 1

The first in a series of open discussions on the state of the Arts in Rochester and surrounding areas. Regional Arts leaders will share their perspective views on the current and future position of the World of Arts in our community. If interested in attending, please register by September 5th.

• Date: Sept. 8, 2008
• Time: 7pm

Tennessee Williams "Book" Club

An opportunity to explore the works of playwright Tennessee Williams. This group will read several of Williams' plays and discuss their impact on the world of literature and theatre. A post-play discussion of RCT's production of Williams' Streetcar Named Desire will be included.

• Register here.
• Price: $45 (Member: $40) includes a ticket to the show
• Dates: Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, 2008
• Time: 7-9pm

Storybook Theatre Workshop

During this three-part workshop, participants will develop theatrical performances from popular children's literature. Presentations will take place between performances of RCT's production of Honk!, a musical interpretation of Hans Christian Anderson's Ugly Duckling.

• Register here.
• Price: $20 (Member: $15)
• Dates & times:Nov. 15, 2008 (4-6pm), Nov. 22 & 29, 2008 (4:30-5:30pm)

Holiday Caroling

Christmas caroling has been an age-old holiday tradition for generations. RCT is bringing it back for the 2009 Holiday season. Carolers will bring their holiday spirit to downtown Rochester before heading over to the theatre for some pre-show entertainment and hot chocolate.

• Dates: Dec. 13 & 20, 2008
• Time: 6pm

2009

Auditioning for Musical Theatre Workshop

Learn the ins and outs of auditioning for a musical. Rehearse a song to sing, and learn a few basic dance steps. Feedback and guidance provided by a professional music director and a professional choreographer. Learn what directors are looking for and how to properly prepare yourself for a musical audition.

• Register here.
• Price: $25 (Member: $20)
• Date: Jan. 10, 2009
• Time: 1-6pm

Fairy Tales and the Future

A panel discussion of literary experts will debate the significance of fairy tales in the modern world. Do fairy tales hold any relevance today? Are they dying out? How have fairy tales changed from generation to generation? What is the future of the fairy tale? If interested in being part of our panel, please register by February 6th.

• Price: $5 (Free with purchase of ticket to Cinderella)
• Date: Feb. 14, 2009
• Time: 5pm

Arts and Spirituality Roundtable

An open discussion on the impact of the Spiritual/Religious on the Arts. Regional spiritual leaders will be attending to share their views on the World of Arts and how it can enhance or hinder that of Religion/Spirituality. If interested in attending, please register by March 20th.

• Date: March 23, 2009
• Time: 7pm

All-School Speech Invitational

Young talent from area speech teams will present their speeches in an evening of vocal oration. Area high school students will perform the same speeches they enter into area competitions. To register a student, please contact Education Director Denise Ruemping at (507) 282-8481 (ext 18) or e-mail at denise@rochestercivictheatre.org by March 27th.

• Price: $5 (Member: Free)
• Date: April 6, 2009
• Time: 7pm

Woody Allen "Book" Club

A chance to explore the works of playwright and filmmaker Woody Allen. This group will read several of Allen's plays, watch a few of his films, and discuss their impact on the world of theatre and motion pictures. A post-play discussion of RCT's production of Allen's Don't Drink the Water will be included.

• Register here.
• Price: $45 (Member: $40) (includes a ticket to the show)
• Date: April 27, May 11, & June 1, 2009
• Time: 7-9pm

Musical of Musicals Sampler

RCT's production of Musical of Musicals: the Musical is a parody salute to some of the greatest musical composers of our time. This two part workshop offers participants a chance to sample music and dance styles associated with these composers.

• Part 1: Rogers & Hammerstein/Stephen Sondheim
• Register here.
• Price: $20 (Member: $18) Both parts: $30
• Date: June 27, 2009
• Time: 1-5pm

• Part 2: Jerry Herman/Andrew Lloyd Webber/Kander & Ebb
• Register here.
• Price: $20 (Member: $18) Both parts: $30
• Date: July 11, 2009
• Time: 1-5pm

Registration/Reservation

If an on-line registration option is not available, you can also register or reserve a spot in any of our Theatre Arts Series workshops by contacting our Box Office at 507-282-8481.