CPCC Drama Department seeks applicants for part-time teaching positions for Fall Semester 2007 to teach Theatre Appreciation. Successful applicants must have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Theatre. For more info contact me ASAP.
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Tom Hollis
Chair-Drama
Arts & Communication Division
Central Piedmont Community College
P.O. Box 35009
Charlotte, NC 28235
704-330-6835
Summer/Fall Acting Classes at Actors Theatre of Charlotte
taught by Martin Thompson
Registration is now open for the Summer/Fall Session of Adult Acting Classes, beginning August 12th, 2007 at Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte. Taught by professional actor/director Martin Thompson, these classes are appropriate for both aspiring actors and professionals who would like to improve their skills. Class registration is limited and will be accepted one week prior to the first class of each session. Call Actors Theatre at (704) 342-2251 for information and registration. Or register on the Web at http://www.actorstheatrecharlot
Basic Technique classes will be held Sunday afternoons from 5:00 to 7:00 pm for eight weeks: August 12th – September 30th, 2007. Cost: $175 per student.
Scene Study classes will be held on Sunday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 pm for eight weeks: August 12th - September 30th, 2007. Cost $175 per student. Continuing Scene Study students are eligible for a discount.
About the Classes:
Basic Technique: This class provides a very practical and easily accessible method of working for both beginning and experienced actors. Incorporating today’s best and most modern principles of acting, this distinctive Layering Technique has been developed by the instructor to provide a practical working foundation for the actor, and to serve as a solid framework on which to build more complex work. Here the actor will identify his unique responsibilities to the creative process, study the essential tools of his craft, and learn to properly apply those tools towards the creation of reality on the stage or in front of a camera.
Scene Study: For the more advanced actor, the emphasis of this class is on the practical and creative application of the actor’s technique through a variety of scene work. In this class we will explore the unique skills required to be a truly creative actor. Students will discover how to make strong and interesting choices, and how to unlock the pathways that propel a character into dynamic action. Other topics will also include: script and character analysis, audition techniques, rehearsal methods, and specific performance skills for both period and modern plays. Students must be prepared to spend time outside of class for rehearsal with their scene partners. Instructor’s permission is required for those who have not taken the Basic Technique class.
About the Instructor:
Martin Thompson (AEA-AFTRA-SAG) is a professional actor and director with extensive credits on the New York stage, as well as in regional theatres across the country. His motion picture credits include Spies, The Boneyard, Mr. Destiny, and Billy Bathgate with Dustin Hoffman. On television he has appeared on the popular daytime soaps The Guiding Light, The Edge of Night and in the recurring role of “Patrick†on All My Children.
Winner of the 2005 MTA Best Actor Award for his performance in Art for Charlotte Rep, Thompson also received the 2006 nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his appearance as “Eddie Lawrence” in Shear Madness (”The Longest Running Show in Charlotte Theatre History”) at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. This season he recently starred in The Foreigner at Cape Fear Regional Theatre, and will soon be seen in The Clean House at Actors Theatre. As a director, his credits include last year’s production of To Kill a Mockingbird for Theatre Charlotte, as well as numerous productions for Cape Fear Regional Theatre, Temple Theatre, Theatre in the Park, Raleigh Ensemble Players, and NC State University’s TheatreFest.
Thompson has developed a style of teaching that seeks not only to inform and instruct through the development of a strong technique, but also strives to inspire the student to unique and truthful behavior on the stage. He is well versed in the methods of Stanislavski, Meisner, Adler, Strasberg, and Lewis, as well as the techniques of Uta Hagen, with whom he studied at HB Studios in New York.
For over a decade, Thompson taught Adult Acting Classes in the Triangle, and has also taught Master Classes in Acting at North Carolina State University, served as Artist in Residence at Chowan College and participated in numerous residencies across North Carolina through the NC Arts Council’s Visiting Artists program.
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An epic story from Epic Arts…
By: Xavier G.N.
(Warning: to all who see this show, it starts at 7:30 pm. That being said, I missed the opening- and will not get another chance to see it again- which should invalidate the review altogether… but if you are interested please read on!)
Goddess & the Magdalene
Written and directed by Stan Peal
~Stan Peal begins his “Goddess and the Magdalene” nestled within the bosom of an astonishingly gorgeous set where an American student takes a wrong turn and encounters a woman possessed. Speaking tongues, Amanda Nicastro’s wide-eyed, innocent character imparts a tale of Mary, widow of Jesus. As the tales goes, Mary leaves her people and discovers a trio of enigmatic women: There’s the delightful and genuine Marilyn Carter as Gaia, the strong but distant Annette Saunders as Hilde, and finally- the graceful but softly played Kwan-Yin presented by Carrie Anne Hunt.
As the adventure with the women progresses, Mary’s character builds to a fever pitch allowing Laura Depta’s range of talents to break through for what evolves into a stellar performance. Peter, a role effectively played by the physically dominating Alan Nelson, is a leader obsessed with returning a ’subservient’ Mary to her people. (Of course for the, uh, good of the people…) Utilizing what powers he has, he sends forth Tom Ollis as a tortured and broken Barnabas, among others. This gives rise to one of the more touching ‘male’ scenes in this play of the Goddess. James- played by Chaz Pofahl, who exudes caring from every pore in the scene- asks if there is something going on with his friend (Barnabas) when money has gone missing.
Throughout the ensuing adventure, the relentless chase, and significant character breakthroughs are ensemble dances, chants and swordplay. Throw in giant puppets- and what I can only call the ‘dragon angel’- and what small problems exist (mainly persistent upstaging, some overbearing sound cues and overly dimmed lights) are instantly forgotten. I wanted to see more from the ensemble- more of giants and their puppetry work (with remarkable designs from Drew Nowlin). More of Lou Dalessandro and his amusing Adam. More of the childlike Eve from Amanda Liles and a Lillth so playful and fun that Barbi Van Schaick shines every time she slips into the role. Alas, we will have to live with the gems we have been given.
Myk Chamber’s costuming effectively takes us from the tale to check in on Paul, the American played by Glen Hutchinson. A point that reminds us we are not in 30 A.D. As the story comes full circle, you don’t want to say good bye to the world filled with women heroes- not even as the grace of the fading lines dims with the lights. What does it all add up to? A magnificent spectacle. A must see show. The kind of theatre that I only hope is the precursor of what is to come. From this show I carry away only one regret, (Besides coming late) and that is, that I was not part of this extremely talented team of artists.
Remember the show starts at 7:30 every night at Actor’s Theatre- It continues to run 19-22nd, 26-28th with a 2:30 mat on 7/22. Tickets are 20$. Check out more at www.epicarts.org or call 704-567.9964.
I think I’ve found a way to resurrect the Message Board feature while still keeping the porno spam off the boards. The new site is here - but now registrations have to be approved by an admin (currently me) before anyone can post. I won’t ban any real people, but the porn-bots can’t play. If you want to help create an open forum for discussion on our theatre scene, follow the link and sign up!
To make our reviews easier to find, as they sometimes get buried under the mountain of news and press releases, they will now be updated to a separate page - http://www.charlottetheatre.net/reviews. Original, huh?
Reviews will still be posted here as well, and you can always click on the masks at the top left corner of the page to go straight to the reviews.
For Immediate Release
Contact
           johnhartness@gmail.com
Shakespeare Carolina presents Hamlet at Theatre Charlotte.
Shakespeare Carolina,
Hamlet, often referred to as the greatest of Shakespeare’s plays, has been adapted countless times on stage and screen by such actors as Laurence Olivier, Richard Burton, Kenneth Branagh and Kevin Kline. The Shakespeare Carolina production features Nick Asa as Hamlet, Brian Willard as Claudius, Suzy Hart as Gertrude and Karen Surprise as Ophelia. This production is directed by
This production combines old and new, with a stripped-down, minimalist production style of the main Hamlet story combining with a spectacular Kabuki performance of the famed play-within-the-play. Kabuki direction is by James Cartee, and costumes are by Suzy Hartness. Lighting is by Tresa Cummins and Charles Holmes provides the fight choreography. Anna Montgomerie (stage manager) and Chris O’Neill (sound design) round out the production team.
Hartness, who directed this show once before as Managing Director of the Off-Tryon Theatre Company said, “This is a very different production from my first trip to
For more information about the show, visit the Shakespeare Carolina myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/Shakescar.
Pi Productions announces auditions for its Fall 2007 production
KILLING TIME, a new comedy.
Auditions will be held at Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Road at
the following times:
Sunday July 22, 7-9pm
Monday July 23, 7-8pm
Actors should bring a headshot and resume and be prepared to
read from the script.
KILLING TIME runs October 12-27 at The Actor’s Theatre of
Charlotte. Rehearsals begin late August and are generally
Sunday thru Thursday evenings.
Roles currently available for 8 men and 5 women,
various ethnicities, types and age ranges from late 20’s — 60’s.
Actors’ compensation: $500.
ALSO SEEKING STAGE MANAGERS FOR FALL AND SPRING PRODUCTIONS
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Pi Productions is a member of the Metrolina Theatre Association
and will be participating in the unified auditions on
Sunday July 15.
KILLING TIME was written by local playwrights Duke Ernsberger
and Virginia Cate, and will be directed by John Hartness.
For more information please check out our website:
www.piproductions.org.
Queen City Theatre Company
and Scott Lindsley - Urban Realty
Present for the first time in Charlotte
Have you ever thought you could die by tripping over your lover’s wooden legs?
Moreover, do you imagine your sister trying to quit smoking while your two daughters fight for your antique mink stole? Just add now your son, institutionalized for believing he is Tammy Wynette, your neighbor trying to take revenge on her cheating husband and your grandson coming our of the closet.
Yes, you are from the south! And this is Sordid Lives, a dark comedy about white trash, presented by Queen City Theatre Company and directed by Glenn T. Griffin.
This is the first show presented by Queen City Theatre Company and is the first time Sordid Lives, written by Del Shores, will be presented in the region.
Sordid Lives will be presented at the Duke Power Theatre at Spirit Square and opens August 9th in a three weekend run through August 25 th.
Tickets are on sale and are going fast! Advanced purchase is encouraged.
For tickets and information, visit: www.queencitytheatre.com or www.carolinatix.org
Do you want to be Brother Boy and see two QCTC shows for free?
Come to see the play dressed as Brother Boy!! Don’t be shy, we know you want to.
In order to receive the free tickets:
1)Â Â Â Â Â You must reserve your seat by emailing ImBrotherBoy@queencitytheatre
2)Â Â Â Â Â You need to take into account that only five Brother Boys per night will get free admission. So, if your night selection is full, make arrangements for another show.
3)     Come to the box office dressed as Brother Boy and the tickets will be waiting for you, including  free admission for QCTC next show “The Manuscript”
4)Â Â Â Â Â Without confirmation email from Queen City Theatre Company, tickets will not be released.
For more information, you can always reach us at: info@queencitytheatre.com
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR SORDID LIVES, A SHOW WHERE THE LAUGHTER IS LOUD AND THE HAIR EVEN HIGHER.
