Director’s Notes

The end of the semester is here and I am excited to see what you have learned in THE 100 this semester.

Your final Creative Projects are due Sunday 5/16 by 12 midnight.

Creative Project: FINAL What is Theatre? Please share your Creative Projects. Remember this is for you and the class, that is your audience so integrate your personality, style, and culture into your piece.

Review images, videos, and other examples you can use to support your presentation and bring the information alive for your audience.

DB 14: Creative Project FINAL

(15 Points)

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

If you are behind and need to catch up, not to worry, I can give you until Friday 5/20 at 12Midnight to submit your work. That is the FINAL DEADLINE, NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

Let’s finish the semester with a BANG! If you need support to help get you caught up, please reach out and we will make a plan.

Be well,

Prof. Christina

We are nearing the end of the semester and I am excited to see what you have learned in THE 100 this semester.

Your final Creative Projects are due Sunday 5/16.

Creative Project: FINAL What is Theatre? Please share your Creative Projects. Remember this is for you and the class, that is your audience so integrate your personality, style, and culture into your piece.

Review images, videos, and other examples you can use to support your presentation and bring the information alive for your audience.

DB 14: Creative Project FINAL

(15 Points)

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

If you are behind and need to catch up, not to worry, I can give you until Friday 5/20 at 12Midnight to submit your work. That is the FINAL DEADLINE, NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

Let’s finish the semester with a BANG! If you need support to help get you caught up, please reach out and we will make a plan.

Be well,

Prof. Christina

Week 13

Mon 5/3-Sun 5/9

Creative Project: FINAL What is Theatre? DRAFT Please share your Creative Projects in progress. Remember this is for you and the class, that is your audience so integrate your personality, style, and culture into your piece. Offer references and examples to support your views. Be sure to incorporate feedback so your Final Version is your best effort.

Review images, videos, and other examples you can use to support your presentation and bring the information alive for your audience.

DB 13: Creative Project FINAL part 2 DRAFT

(10 Points)

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

Looking forward to your reflections and creations.

Be well,

Prof. Christina

I have really enjoyed your devised pieces. I look forward to receiving submissions from those of you who are a little behind with your work. I will share your class piece next week, so please submit your pieces ASAP so they can be included. Here is last semesters piece to give you some inspiration.

Moving forward, we are preparing for your FINAL, Creative Projects. Now is a great time to get caught up if you are behind. I would recommend taking look at how many points each assignment is worth and make yourself a plan to get done what you can, so you can earn the best grade possible with the time you have to give. We are all juggling multiple responsibilities and time management can be a challenge. Do not let perfection prevent your progress. If you need further support please let me know. I’m happy to schedule a Zoom call or phone chat to help get you back on track. 

For next week,

Week 12 Creative Project FINAL, part 1

Please Read/Watch

Review the readings/videos from the semester to refresh your focus and make sure you incorporate details into your Creative Project.

DB 12: Creative Project FINAL part 1

(10 Points)

Creative Project: FINAL What is Theatre? Now that you have explored some of the basic elements of theatre and performance revisit your original introduction video where you responded to the prompt “What is Theatre” you shared one thing you knew and one thing you were curious about. How have your thoughts changed, stayed the same or evolved? If you had to create a 2-3 minute or 2-3-page written piece explaining “What is Theatre” What would it include? Look like? How would you address acting, directing, lights, set, costumes, sound, world theatre, devised theatre, genre… Would you make a short film segment, podcast, slide show, newspaper article…How would you outline the piece so you could cover each topic and offer examples, stories or anecdotes that your audience/community would respond well to? Share your idea and how you would organize your presentation/piece. Be specific, Be detailed and Be Thorough. This is in preparation for your FINAL, so do the necessary research and planning. 

Here is a sample outline you can use.

Sample Speech Outline.pdf 

Take a look at the samples on OpenLab so you are clear on the level of detail and reflection expected.

Student Showcase

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

Have a great week,

Prof. Christina 

Happy Monday,

I am really enjoying the Devised pieces I have received so far. I think we are going to have a powerful class piece. Remember, the subject of your creation should center around Identity and what that means to you. There is no right or wrong, just be open, honest and authentic. You can create music, a poem, dialog to perform, movement… the limit is your creativity. Be sure you send your pieces in mp3 or mp4 format so I can download them to make the class piece. If that will not work you can share them with me via Google Drive at arts.integrator@gmail.com. I need these no later than Friday, April 23rd by 12n EST in order to include then in the Class piece.

For those of you a little behind, we are at the midpoint so I suggest making your self a schedule/plan to get caught up in the next couple of weeks. If you need help or further support please let me know. 

For next week,

Week 11  Genres

Please Read

Chapter 7 Genres 

Please Watch

Please Complete

QUIZ 10 Via BB

Discussion Board 11 Genres (10 Points)

Which genre interests you the most? Scares you? Speaks to you? Why? Once you have chosen a preferred genre find a play (No musicals, as we have already explored those) that you can stream that falls into that category.

http://filmedonstage.com/news/76-free-musicals-and-plays-you-can-now-stream-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak-updating-daily

https://www.broadwayhd.com/categories/musicals (Free 7-day trial)

Watch the play. Create a response to the play that

• summarizes the plot
• time period
• action
• why the chosen genre does or does not best support the story and why

Be sure you share the plays title, author, and publication date. You may choose how you present, video, slide show, article…just be sure you include the details outlined above and offer us images/references to support.

Have fun and be creative. 

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

Have a great week,

Prof. Christina 

Happy Monday,

I am really enjoying the World Theatre part 2 sharing’s. That said, if you are behind in submitting your weekly assignments now is a great time to get caught up as your midterm is next week. I would suggest looking at a calendar and planning realistically what you can get done each day and plan your time to make sure you get yourself back on track. All PHASE 1,2, & 3 Assignments must be completed by SUNDAY 4/18. That means Quizzes 1-9 and Discussion Boards 1-11.

Also, take the time to read the assigned chapters, or at the very least watch the corresponding videos so you have a solid frame of reference for answering the quiz questions with detail, examples and reference to text as well as integrating that knowledge into your weekly assignments. 

For next week,

Week 10  Devised Theatre MIDTERM

Please Read

What is ‘Devised Theatre’? 

Please Watch

DB 10: Devised Theatre MIDTERM (20 Points)

 Identity, the fact of being who or what a person or thing is. Thinking of Identity and what that means to you write, create, and record a contribution for the class devised piece. Please integrate the elements of theatre and performance we have been exploring, acting, directing, lighting, costume, set… how can they be used to support your message? Perform a poem, a monologue, a song, record a podcast or create a visual piece of art or sculpture. Keep the segments powerful, but between 30 and 45 seconds. Please post as mp3, wav files or pic files rather than links so I can download and put the pieces together into one fluid class “Devised” piece.  

Don’t forget to view and respond to at least 2 of your classmates posts. This analysis, dialog, and feedback is an important part of the learning process and is part of your grade.

Take Care,

Prof. Christina

Happy Monday,

I am really enjoying your sharing’s about the theatre and performance traditions of your cultures and communities. So much wonderful music, dance and stories. Be sure to read and watch your classmates posts as it is fascinating to see the variety of expression from around the world within our little class community. 

Keep in mind, this week is the final assignment in PHASE 2, this means ALL PHASE 2 Assignments must be submitted by Sunday 4/11 at 12 midnight in order to earn a grade. That means Quizzes 1-8 and Discussion Boards 1-9. 

For next week,

Week 9 World Theatre Part 2

Please Read

Research for your World Theatre Part 2 Assignment

Please Complete

Be sure you have submitted Quizzes 1-8 by Sunday 4/11.

Discussion Board 9 World Theatre Part 2:

 INDIA – JAPAN – CHINA – MIDDLE EAST AFRICA – LATIN AMERICA

Choose a location of interest to you and give a brief history of the region and their theatre. Choose the top 3 techniques or styles associated with the region, explain, and give examples/details.

Who were the characters’?

What were the stories?

Costume Traditions

Set, Lighting, Sound, Staging traditions

Who performed and who made up the audience?

How have the traditions changed or remained the same in modern times? Why?

How can you include some of the techniques and traditions within the presentation? Use the style to communicate the information?

You may choose how you present, video, slide show, article…just be sure you include the details outlined above and offer us images to support. 

Have fun and be creative. 

(10 Points)

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for) This is part of your grade!!!

If you are unsure on how to complete the assignment within the requirements please take advantage of the “Student Showcase” on OpenLab which has quality examples of every assignment to help guide you.

Have a great week,

Prof. Christina

I hope you are able to enjoy some rest and relaxation so you we can finish out the semester with positive energy and effort.

There are no new assignments this week so its a great time to get caught up. All Pre Spring Break assignments must be submitted by 12 midnight Sunday 4/4 to be counted. This means Quizzes 1-7 and Discussion Board Assignments 1-8

Please be sure you are taking your time with your work. The grade you earn will reflect your effort and I know you have the skills.

There are samples for every assignment on OpenLab, please use the resources I am providing so you can do your best.

Student Showcase

Take Care,

Prof. Christina

Happy Monday,

I’m really enjoying the costume designs. The creativity and attention to detail is great. For those of you that have yet to submit, be sure you include a visual along with your written explanation, it can be a picture of a sketch, magazine cut outs, use SIMs, there are templates for you on BB that you can use as a starting point. Be sure you take a look at the examples on BB and the OpenLab, there are also examples in the Costume Design Video for this week.

Next week we will begin exploring World Theatre, including traditions in your own community. Be sure to watch the following check in video and let me know if you have questions or concerns as we move forward. We are getting close to the mid term so now is a great time to get caught up if you are a little behind on assignments.

For next week, 

Week 8   World Theatre Part 1

Please Read

Chapter 10 World Theatre

“A step toward justice: The pandemic is opening the theatre to BIPOC audiences”

https://fortune.com/2020/06/20/covid-19-theater-bipoc-audiences-coronavirus/

Please Watch

Above Check In Video

Please Complete

QUIZ 8 Via BB

Discussion Board 8

World Theatre Part 1 (10 Points)

World Theatre Part 1: Theatre comes from all over and in a variety of formats depending on the location, culture, and traditions. Be sure you read the assigned article.  https://fortune.com/2020/06/20/covid-19-theater-bipoc-audiences-coronavirus/

Please offer 3 examples of theatre (or performance) that comes from your background, community, or culture. Examples can be links to videos, articles, or descriptions of performance-based traditions. Share your culture with us. 

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate…  and one I wonder… 

Take Care,

Prof. Christina 

Happy Monday,

I am enjoying your musical reviews. It sounds like you all have been able to access a variety of wonderful pieces virtually.

For next week,

Week 7  Costume & Lighting

Please Read:

Chapter 5 & 6 Costume & Lighting Design

Please Watch:

Costume & Lighting  Sorry, some of the images are a little blurry, but you will get the idea 🙂

Please Complete:

QUIZ 7 Via BB

DB 7: Costume Designs 

Costume Designs: Choose a song from the musical you watched to write your review. Print the lyrics and analyze the piece. Break down the meaning, what is its purpose in the show, how does it forward the story, share emotion, could it stand alone as a monologue…? Keeping those details in mind, how would you design the costume of one of the characters performing the song?

What colors match the tone, what style is right for the time period, hair, shoes, accessories…If the character is moving or dancing how will the costume help them or prevent them from moving fluidly. Can they breathe well to support the song? How will the lighting effect the color/texture? All these considerations and more go into a costume design. You may free draw, use magazine cut outs or create your design using the computer. Design templates are available on BB as well. Explain your choices in the body of the post. Once completed take a pic and post to DB 7.

Take a look at the samples on The Open Lab in “Student Showcase” 

(10 Points)

Please review and respond to at least 2 of your ensemble members posts. Please offer one I appreciate… (something that worked well) and one I wonder… (something that is not clear or that you have a helpful hint for)

We are close to the mid term, if you are behind on assignments now is a great time to get caught up. Please let me know how I can best support you.

Be well,

Prof. Christina