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Scene Study: A Practical Guide for Actors

Scene study, the preparation of a scene from a play or other acting medium, is an extremely common and effective part of an actor’s training.  You may encounter it in high school (or summer theatre camp if you are so lucky), but if you are a theatre major in college, you will certainly spend a lot of time on scene work.  Your teacher may assign a scene to you, or you may be allowed to choose for yourself and your partner. Today we’re going to talk about the real nuts and bolts of putting your scene together.
Directing Les Misérables
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Tips for First-Time Directors: Managing the Production

Congratulations! You’re directing your first show and are probably feeling a little overwhelmed right now — which is totally normal. Whether you are directing at a school or with a community theater, all directors have the same starting point: choosing the show. Selecting the show requires considering many factors, including people, time frame, budget. And then, after the show is chosen, you now have many things to consider before auditions even start, and all of these things can be broken down into two categories: aesthetics and logistics.
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Stage Ready, School Smart: Sora’s Innovative and Flexible Online School

Have you ever watched a Broadway show and marveled at how those young stars manage to juggle school and the spotlight? Or maybe your child is gearing up for a string of professional auditions, but traditional school schedules just don’t make room for their big dreams. Meet Sora—the fully accredited online school that lets students design an education as unique as their passions. With Sora, they really can have it all: a top-notch education, time for their craft, and a future that shines as bright as the stage lights!

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