SETC Convention News 2019

Convention News 2019 SOUTHEASTERN THEATRE CONFERENCE, INC.

Celebrate 70 Years of SETC

See You There!

Join thousands of theatre artists, students, educators and administrators in Knoxville, TN for the 70th annual SETC Convention.

Feb. 27 – Mar. 3, 2019 Knoxville Convention Center 701 Henley Street Knoxville, Tennessee

From 1949 to 2019. From a meeting of 55 individuals to a professionally run organization that now orchestrates a myriad of programs, events, publications, competitions, awards, scholarships, grants and consulting services that serve the entire nation. SETC’s members have come from all 50 U.S. states and beyond.

The annual convention now hosts more than 5,000 attendees.

By 1951, SETC’s annual gathering featured one show, four panels, and auditions for a single company.

Flash forward to 2019: The 70th convention will present 35+ shows,

Online Registration Deadline Jan. 22, 2019, Noon ET On-Site Registration & Check-In Wed. Feb. 27: Noon – 8 p.m.

Thurs. Feb. 28: 8 a.m. – 5 .p.m.

Fri. Mar. 1: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sat. Mar. 2: 8 a.m. – Noon ________________________________ Start Getting Social #SETC2019

300+ workshops, and 100+ theatres looking to hire talent.

SETC’s growth and longevity is a testament to the original purpose to support communication within the field and to the Southern hospitality that has made it possible.

As you scan this newspaper, you will find the original purpose of communication continues to thrive through opportunities and events not imagined by our founding members. Through organic and strategic growth, SETC has expanded beyond an annual convention.

Yet it remains our signature event.

See Five Original Works at the 16th Fringe Festival The 2019 SETC Fringe Festival will feature original and experimental pieces performed by one- and two-person casts.

Stay up late on Thurs., Feb. 28, to catch the 2019 Fringe Festival’s kick-off performance at midnight! Always a convention highlight, this year’s fringe lineup includes a theatrical take on an oral history project; a politicallycharged rallying cry for the planet; a minimalist piece of performance art; the premiere stripped-down acoustic version of a long-running outdoor musical; and a recounting of American history. Watch for full scheduling details at www.setc.org/fringe.

Convention registration gives you free access to watch shows at five theatre performance festivals throughout the week. See Page 5 for an overview of all convention festivals, venues and performance dates. Support your fellow theatre artists, and immerse yourself in live theatre.

9 Before IX | by Francene Kirk

Paper Houses | by Karow Wilson Performed through puppetry/ object theatre and devised theatre, this show tells the story of two people who get shipwrecked on an island and must build a house on this new land — built completely out of the application for immigration status. Performed in Italian.

Smoke | by David Alford

An example of an alternative way to present research and an example of “pedagogy in action,” this one-person “informance” combines information and performance that connects the text of interviews with nine women (60 and older) with information about gender.

This one-man musical highlights a largely forgotten historical event: The Black Patch Tobacco Wars.

Fought in north central Tennessee and south central Kentucky, it was the bloodiest conflict in the U.S. between the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement.

Man Cave | by Timothy Mooney

The Most Fine Actor | by Jonathan Mark Rogers

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With both humor and passion, this one-man science-fiction climate change tragicomedy depicts a very-near future with cataclysmic consequences, as the “last man on earth” sends a desperate message to whoever else might be out there listening.

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What makes a hero? What makes a villain? What makes an actor?

Relive the final fateful hours of the night Abraham Lincoln was assassinated, and explore the inner workings of a forgotten legend of the theatre: John Wilkes Booth.

Thanks to our Sponsors!

The 2019 SETC Convention would not be possible without the support of our sponsors. ________________________________ Newspaper Sponsor The University of Alabama ________________________________ Arts People Barbizon Lighting Company Broadway Media Distribution Disney Theatrical Group Dramatic Publishing Dramatists Play Service EmptySpace Technology ETC Friends of Props: Robert O’Leary & Doug Brown Hollins Exposition Services Institute of Outdoor Theatre InterAmerica Stage Lexington Children’s Theatre Middle Tennessee State U Norcostco Performer Stuff Point Source Audio Productions Unlimited, Inc. Reproductions The Rose Theater Samuel French Sculptural Arts Coating Serenbe Playhouse Shure Stage Rights Triad Stage Yeagerlabs 1st Street Music & Sound Co. 4Wall Entertainment Lighting 10 State Organizations of SETC: ACT, FTC, GTC, KTA, MTA, NCTC, SCTA, TTA, VTA and WVTA

Show Up Early for Professional Seminars Plan ahead and pre-register online by Jan. 22, 2019 to take advantage of these professional training opportunities at SETC.

OSHA Training Program

Arts Marketing Boot Camp

Tues. & Wed., Feb. 26 & 27, 2019 $30 includes OSHA card and training booklet

Using Your Own Data to Achieve Success Wed., Feb. 27, 2019, 1:30–5:30 p.m. | Free to pre-registered attendees

Are you and your colleagues up to date on workplace safety standards specific to the live entertainment industry? Get to Knoxville early for the training you need. This two-day, 10hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration outreach program led by Marshall University Theatre Technical Director Mike Murphy includes modules specially designed by members of the IATSE Craft Advancement Committee as a part of the OSHA/USITT/IATSE Alliance.

Learn more at www.setc.org/osha-training.

The key to successfully engaging your audience includes using data to deliver the right message to the right person at the right time.

Organizations that successfully cultivate a data-driven culture reap a multitude of benefits. With a focus on low-cost resources available to all levels of organizations and artists, this seminar will help attendees better understand the tools available and provide a user-friendly guide to data-driven communication techniques.

Specialists in digital technology and arts marketing, Ceci Dadisman (FORM) and Drew McManus (Venture Industries Online) team up for this in-depth four-hour session. Learn more at www.setc.org/bootcamp.

14th Annual Teachers Institute

Out With the Old, In With the New

Theatre for All Abilities | Presented by Tim Webb Wed., Feb. 27, 2019, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | $85 | Includes lunch

Get the inside scoop on SETC’s executive director transition.

Sat., Mar. 2, 2019, 12:00 – 12:50 p.m.

This year’s program will be led by Tim Webb, co-founder of Oily Cart in the United Kingdom, which makes “All Sorts of Theatre for All Sorts of Kids.” Whether you are a theatre teacher/director, mainstream classroom teacher, or teacher of special needs students, you will benefit from Tim Webb’s theatre techniques – taking home new tools to reach students on the autism spectrum, those with learning disabilities, and those who have nontraditional learning styles.

Expand your classroom toolkit by developing practical skills based on the multi-sensory and highly interactive tools that Oily Cart uses in developing theatre for young people. Learn techniques that have been used successfully in the classroom and in performance.

Learn more and register at www.setc.org/teachers-institute.

Join 20-year SETC Executive Director Betsey Horth (pictured left) as she introduces incoming Executive Director Susie Prueter (pictured right).

Theatre for Youth Invitational

Support the Art of Theatre

Tim Webb (Oily Cart) and Rhonda Wilson (Star Center Children’s Theatre) join us as festival respondents. More info on Pages 5 and 8.

We’re currently accepting item donations for the 2019 Silent Auction.

Jumping Jack Theater presents “Cityscape”

Photo by Friedman Wagner-Dobler

Jumping Jack Theater creates new works for the autism community in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. “Cityscape” invites the audience to participate in the action via creative movement, music and sensory play.

Lighthouse Theatre Company presents “Aladdin, Jr.”

Photo courtesy of Lighthouse Theatre Company

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world!”

Learn more about this year’s lineup at www.setc.org/theatre-for-youth.

Workshop Skill Levels Workshops are offered for varying levels of expertise.

Please use the following notations as a guide when considering attendance. ________________________________ G - General Broad appeal for all B - Basic Introduction and exploration of concepts I - Intermediate Building on basic skills and developing competency A - Advanced Fine tuning for artists and practitioners experienced with the concept *PDS - Professional Development Series* Designed for adult professionals.

Not intended for students.

Interest Areas Don’t limit yourself to your own discipline . . . you may find inspiration in surprising places! ________________________________ Interest Area . . . . . . . . . . . Page # Acting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Arts Admin & Producing . . . . . . . 3 Career Talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Design & Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Directing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion . . . . 5 Film & Television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 History/Theory/Lit/Crit . . . . . . . . 6 Mvmnt & Physical Theatre . . . 6, 7 Musical Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Pedagogy Across Disciplines . . . . 7 Playwriting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Religion & Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Stage Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Theatre for Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Voice & Speech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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Acting Expand your acting repertoire and enhance your craft. Dive into improv; find new ways to tackle Shakespeare; get insights on what casting directors want; and try a variety of approaches to building authentic characters. Be sure to look in the Career Talk, Directing, Film & Television, Movement & Physical Theatre, Musical Theatre: Song & Dance, and Voice & Speech sections for even more workshops for performers.

WEDNESDAY 4:00PM – 5:15PM Acting Interest Meeting Presider: David Haugen (SETC Acting Chair) This is a meeting of all SETC members interested in the field of acting.

7:00PM – 8:15PM Conquering Theatrical Style! Acting in the Classical Theatre Presenter: Timothy Mooney (Timothy Mooney Repertory Theatre) What makes you “the most powerful actor on the stage?” Tim Mooney bridges the gap between realism and theatrical convention, bringing classical performance alive! G Practical Aesthetics: The Atlantic Technique Presenter: Christopher Booth (Atlantic Acting School) This contemporary acting technique developed

by David Mamet and William H. Macy focuses on script analysis and moment-to-moment work, offering actors an accessible tool kit and a craftsman-like approach to the art of acting. G THURSDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Actor Warm-Up Presider: Bob Shryock (Accademia dell’Arte) A combined voice and movement warm-up for the actor. Connect to breath, enliven the resonators, and work articulators. Connect to your center and core to find balance and release muscular tension. G 9:00AM – 10:15AM Boost Your Shakespeare Monologue in Just One Session!

Presenter: Timothy Mooney (Timothy Mooney Repertory Theatre) Get expert feedback on your Shakespeare monologue before laying it all on the line. Flex your acting muscles and elevate your confidence – whatever the stakes. A

Prueter joins the SETC Central Office in January to shadow Horth through the 2019 SETC Convention. Join a special session on Sat., Mar. 2, to learn about the carefully planned transition and to welcome the next organizational leader of SETC as she prepares to officially take the reins later in March.

Each year at the annual SETC Convention, the Endowment Committee conducts a Silent Auction to generate funds to support many valuable theatre scholarships and awards SETC provides to students, teachers and professionals.

For the 2019 theme of “The Art of Theatre,” donation submissions can include items such as play posters, costume sketches, set renderings, magazine covers, books, masks, props, set and costume models, and related materials. Use your imagination to expand on the theme!

Please email clay@setc.org if you have an item you’d like to donate.

If you cannot make a donation at

this time but know of a colleague, school, theatre or other organization that might, please pass this information on to them. Any donations will be sincerely appreciated.

Meet Our New Mission Statement ________________________________

Connecting You to Opportunities in Theatre Nationwide

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What changed in our mission statement? Just one word.

“Nationwide” was added to SETC’s mission statement in 2018 to better reflect SETC’s growing national profile, as the number of members, professional companies and others who attend our convention and access SETC’s many programs and services from across the country continues to increase.

Our current active membership comes from 48 states (including Alaska & Hawaii), the District of Columbia, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Other Ways to Support SETC •

Visit https://store.setc.org and select “SETC 70th Anniversary” to make a tax-deductible donation of any amount.

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Stop by the Convention Gear booth on site near convention registration. A variety of SETC and theatre-related goods will be available for purchase, and all proceeds support the SETC Endowment Fund.

Find SETC’s mission, vision and advocacy statement online at www.setc.org/mission

Find more ways to give at www.setc.org/endowment.

10:30AM – 11:45AM Magic Tricks! Overview, Culture and Learning Presenter: George Younts (Charleston County School of the Arts) A magician is an actor playing the part of a magician! Come see and learn beginning magic tricks to challenge your performance skills! B Stanislavsky Says: Focus and Ensemble Exercises From Moscow Art Theatre School Presenter: Jennifer Goff (Centre College) Participants will be lead through exercises from the first year acting curriculum at the Moscow Art Theatre School designed to build ensemble and focus. G 12:00PM – 12:50PM Auditioning Literally A to Z: Tips for the Young Actor Presenter: Leland Blair (West Virginia U) For the high school or college actor, auditioning isn’t the daily event it can be for professionals.

How can you prep, focus and succeed with three, four or five auditions a year for productions, college interviews or summer stock gigs.

We’ll go A to Z and discuss and share auditioning info! B Meisner Acting: Living in the Moment Presenter: Gary Kingston (Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre) Participate in guided exercises designed to ignite your acting instincts and talent. This renowned acting technique is applicable across performance mediums – from film and TV to theatre and new media. I Oops, Where’d My Line Go? How Meditation Can Help You Find It Again Presenter: Seret Cole (M. T. Pockets Theatre Company) Have you forgotten your lines on stage or in an audition? Fallen victim to the dreaded stage fright? Meditation can help. Dress comfortably, and join us to find out how easy it is! G Shakespeare Monologue Jam Session: Bring 10 Lines!

Presenters: Doreen Bechtol, Matthew Davies (Mary Baldwin U, American Shakespeare Center) Get on your feet and learn the strategies you need to transform a Shakespeare monologue into a bold classical audition piece with one-onone coaching from Shakespeare professionals. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM Choosing and Performing Contemporary Monologues: A Workshop for Actors Presenters: Ryan Pointer, Courtney Kochuba (Samuel French) Looking for monologues by contemporary playwrights whose voices align with you as an artist?

Join us as we explore this question through discussion, recommendations and cold readings! I New Walk, New Talk Presenter: Paul Bawek (Florida Southern College) Using Michael Chekhov techniques as our inspiration, let’s explore imaginative and powerful ways to create, embody and express new characters. B

Building a Mindful Actor/Character Presenter: Dawn Souza (Independent Artist) The demands of acting can take a toll on our vocal, physical and mental well-being. Building a Mindful Actor/Character targets the actor who is having difficulty embodying a character because of emotional blocks and habitual tendencies throughout the body, mind and voice. I

4:00PM – 5:15PM Audition Q&A With a Disney Casting Director Presenter: Mark Catlett (Disney Parks Live Entertainment) Learn audition do’s and don’ts in a casual and conversational setting with a casting professional who hosts thousands of auditions each year and who can potentially shed some light on the mystery of how to book a gig. G

Using Michael Chekhov’s Psychological Gesture With Monologues Presenters: Mark Monday (Great Lakes Michael Chekhov Consortium), Susan Cato-Chapman (Appalachian State U) Michael Chekhov’s Psychological Gesture, when used properly, can propel monologues to great variety and power. Participants can bring monologues or other brief pieces of text, and we will methodically work through the pieces using chosen PGs. I

5:30PM – 6:45PM High School Audition Workshop: Former Teachers Give Feedback Presenters: James Chrismon (Illinois State U), Stephen Gundersheim (Winthrop U) Former high school teachers and directors turned university theatre education professors host an interactive workshop designed to discuss audition techniques and provide individualized feedback on your college audition and selection of material. B

FRIDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Actor Warm-Up Presider: Elyssa Mersdorf (Virginia Commonwealth U) A combined voice and movement warm-up for the actor. Connect to breath, enliven the resonators, and work articulators. Connect to your center and core to find balance and release muscular tension. G

SATURDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Exercising Both Hemispheres of the Brain to Promote Increased Focus Presenter: Kara Kindall (Middle Tennessee State U) In today’s digital environment, people are easily distracted and find it hard to focus. “Hemispheric brain balance” exercises help actors increase their ability to concentrate. B

9:00AM – 10:15AM Memorization: Traps, Tricks and Techniques Every Actor Should Know Presenter: Stuart Brown (Florida Southwestern State College) Many commonly used memorization techniques can actually damage your performance. Use the latest memory research to become a better actor and avoid being trapped by the three R’s of line memorization. B

9:00AM – 10:15AM Find Your Funny: Clown Intensive Presenter: Michael Funt (The Clown School) Give license to your spontaneous, fearless and playful self! We’ll explore performance methods that are ancient and modern at once. The clown is an iconic figure: silly, profound and eternally mischievous. G

Physicalizing Shakespeare’s Fools and Clowns Presenter: Kevin Kern (U of Mount Union), Jon Liebetrau (Wilkes U) Bring several clowns and fools to life by linking their physical life to Shakespeare’s text. After a warm-up using the work of Bogart and Laban, we’ll dive into some of the greatest comic characters ever to walk the stage. Come prepared to move! I The Playlist Project: An Innovative Tool for Student Actors Presenter: Michael Flowers (BirminghamSouthern College) Ever considered creating a music playlist for a character you’re playing? The Playlist Project explores the use of music as an additional tool for student actors as they develop the goals, obstacle, tactics and expectations for a character.

Bring your favorite music! I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Have You Lost Your Senses?! Unleashing Your Gifts Presenter: Susan McCain (Alabama School of Fine Arts) Through Sense Memory work developed by Lee Strasberg, we demonstrate the pathway to your uniquely expressive instrument. Sides provided, but bring a monologue if you like. G 4:30PM – 5:45PM Rubber Chicken Improv Festival Presenter: Tonya Hays (Lynn Meadows Discovery Center) Back by popular demand. Create random teams, play improv games, and adjudicate the teams!

This interactive and entertaining workshop will open your mind and imagination to creative possibilities. G 6:00PM – 8:00PM The Stella Adler Studio of Acting Workshop Presenters: Don Williams, Ryan Chittaphong, Johnny Yoder (Stella Adler Studio of Acting) Utilizing techniques of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York City, this hands-on seminar for actors focuses on the investigation of action, environment, given circumstances, relationship and need using the imagination through in-class scene work. G 6:00PM – 7:00PM Preparing for Your College Audition Presenter: Tim Evanicki (Tim Evanicki, Inc.) For high school students interested in pursuing a degree in theatre, this session covers everything you need to know about the daunting college audition process, including understanding the different theatre degrees, choosing your schools, preparing for the auditions, and more. B Shakespeare on Your Feet! Using His Words to Play the Bard Presenter: Herb Parker (East Tennessee State U) Acting Shakespeare is about playfully and fearlessly just doing it on your feet, using the best direction the Bard ever provided: those outrageous words themselves! Look for an updated date/time in the program and mobile app. B

10:30AM – 11:45AM Taking the Mystery Out of Auditioning Presenter: Jeremy Kent Jackson (Studio School) Clearly identify the differences between auditioning for theatre and film/TV/commercials.

We’ll conduct “mock auditions” in which you’ll play scenes as if you’re auditioning for a casting director. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Bringing the Past to Life Through Living History Performance Presenter: Karen Vuranch (Concord U) Using a combination of theatre, storytelling and research, you will learn how to create and perform a historical character. This unique performance style can offer alternative opportunities as a professional actor. B Improving Your Work Through Improvisation Presenter: Anthony McMurray (New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts) Try out improv exercises, and leave inspired to go out and use the principles to improve your listening and responding in your work on stage or screen, as well as in your everyday life. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM The Intense Tension Intensive: Play With Your Tensions Presenter: James Peck (Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theater) Discover how the physical actor plays with tension through a series of dynamic games and exercises. Wear clothing for movement. I What’s Haunting You? Confronting Your Character’s Ghosts Presenter: Jesse Graham (Troy U) Are you an intermediate or advanced actor ready to increase the stakes? Employ your imagination to take a deeper look at the psychological motivations of your character in your memorized monologue, and use partnering to confront your character’s ghosts. Not for the faint of heart! I 4:00PM – 5:15PM Accessing Shakespeare Through Laban’s Efforts Presenter: Paul Hurley (Kent State U) Gain access to the complexities of Shakespeare’s verse through Laban. Discover the infinite possibilities within a piece of text utilizing Laban’s Eight Efforts. I Monologues: The Compelling Storyteller Presenter: Sheryl Peterson (Shorter U) Having a great monologue is a mark of a professional actor. Learn how to turn paragraphs of text into a compelling story by using text analysis and story structure to develop a complete arc. There’s a difference between a speech and a monologue, and not all monologues are created equal. I Onstage Centered: Combating Performance Anxiety Presenter: Michael DeCoursey (Onstage Centered) Performance anxiety is an obstacle every actor faces in their career regardless of skill or ability.

Inspired by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy used to treat anxiety disorders, this workshop teaches innovative techniques to conquer stage fright and develop nerves of steel. G

WOR KSHOP S K I L L L E V E L S : G - General; B - Basic; I - Intermediate; A - Advanced; PDS - Professional Development Series

Arts Administration and Producing Theatre administration is constantly evolving to stay on top of (and set!) trends. This year’s sessions address issues in fundraising, budgeting, hiring, community partnerships, green theatre initiatives and more. Walk away with ideas and strategies you can implement in an academic, community theatre or professional environment.

WEDNESDAY 1:30PM – 5:30PM Boot Camp: Using Your Own Data To Achieve Success Presenters: Drew McManus (Venture Industries Online), Ceci Dadisman (FORM) This four-hour analytics seminar will help attendees better understand the tools available, provided an implementation friendly guide to data-driven communication techniques, and offer a path to successfully cultivating a datadriven organizational culture. Pre-registration required. No additional cost. See Page 1 for more details. G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Asking the Right Questions: Eliminating Bias When Conducting Interviews Presenter: Ryan Kirk (Propared) When conducting interviews, it’s really hard to identify if someone is a good fit for a job. Many standard questions aren’t actually helpful and introduce unintended bias. We’ll learn the pitfalls of conducting interviews and how to construct questions that provide useful information. A, PDS THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Fringe Marketing: Tools for Advertising You Presenters: Taylor Gruenloh (U of Missouri), Chris Rich (Lighting Designer) You’ve been inspired and made the decision to throw caution to the wind and produce your own show. Now you need to get butts in seats. Learn from others’ mistakes as you get a mini boot camp in advertising your theatrical art creatively, concisely and cost effectively. B, PDS 10:30AM – 11:45AM Arts Administration Interest Group Presider: Dominic Yeager (SETC Arts Administration Chair) Meeting for those interested in arts administration, management and producing.

12:00PM – 12:50PM Building Bridges and Audiences: Using Community Partnerships to Help You Grow Presenter: Jennifer Treadway (Blue Ridge CC) Learn how one small theatre department’s development of community partnerships led to tripling the size of their program, building their audience and increasing grass roots marketing, while providing enhanced learning opportunities for their students. G, PDS Creating Your Own Original Musical Presenters: Elizabeth Turner (92nd Street Y), Vincent Pelligrino (Co-Writer/Director) Have an idea for a musical but don’t know where to begin? Dive into the mechanics of producing, finding your collaborative team and audiences, and funding your reality! G Face Your Fundraising Fears: Tools and Tips for the Hesitant Fundraiser Presenter: Amanda Nelson (Virginia Tech) This workshop aims to take away the fear of fundraising, covering the “how to” of prospect identification and research, donor cultivation, “the ask,” and stewardship. B, PDS 1:00PM – 2:15PM Intro to Production Budgeting for Managers Presenters: Melissa Johnston, Ryan Kirk (Propared) How much is it going to cost? Learn a step-bystep process for building an accurate production budget, discuss strategies for keeping a budget up-to-date, and identify best practices for how to track money once it’s actually being spent. I, PDS Starting a Capital Campaign Presenter: Robert Thomas (Lakeshore Players Theatre) Is your organization ready to take that next step? Starting a capital campaign to acquire or build your own performance space is a difficult endeavor. We’ll discuss where an organization should be developmentally before beginning a capital campaign and the initial steps to take to start one. G, PDS

4:00PM – 5:15PM Fundraising Best Practices: It’s All About Building Relationships Presenter: Amanda Nelson (Virginia Tech) For theatre professionals, professors and students, this workshop explores approaches and methods for developing meaningful and impactful long-term relationships between donors and our organizations. I, PDS FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Building Greener Theatre: Reuse + Repurpose + Recycle = Saving Money!

Presenters: Thomas Fagerholm, Daniel Bennett (Southern Illinois U) Theatre organizations can alleviate the ever-rising cost of live performance using non-traditional materials, repurposed items and community resources. G SETC Theatre Consulting Network: On the Road 2018 Presenters: Michael Hardy, David Wohl, Brandon Smith, Betsey Horth (SETC, Outdoor Theatre) The road warriors of SETC’s new consulting program share completed and in-progress projects from this first year including work to: create a new theatre within a former church; revive a defunct 1,680 seat amphitheater; develop new plays based on local history. Learn how we might serve your organization. G 10:30AM – 11:45AM Legal Issues for the Theatre Presenter: Daniel Ellison (Duke U; Attorney at Law) An overview and update on numerous topics: copyright, contracts, 1st Amendment, discrimination (including disability discrimination), personal injury, sexual harassment, and more. Plenty of Q&A. Relevant for all people in the performing arts: talent, tech, staff, boards, etc. I, PDS You Want Me to Make What? Innovative Storytelling on a Tight Budget Presenter: Emma Denson (The Basket Cases Theatre Company) Don’t let your imagination be limited by your resources. Come learn how to stretch a dollar and still have professional quality! B 12:00PM – 12:50PM Surprise the Judges: Finding the Perfect (and New) Competition Piece Presenters: Courtney Kochuba, Ryan Pointer (Samuel French) Looking for the perfect competition piece? Join us for a discussion about how to approach cuttings with a new perspective, recommendations and more. I

1:00PM – 2:15PM Health Awareness: Grant-Funded Theatre Devised to Educate Audiences Presenters: Bill Adams, Mark Duncan, Dan Gelbmann (Nova Southeastern U) Creating compelling theatre can serve health and wellness missions. From the proposal to the production, take a close look at the process by which NSU’s Department of Performing and Visual Arts created a commissioned play about breast health.

A, PDS 4:30PM – 5:45PM Creative Approaches for College Theatre Season Selection and Marketing Presenters: Ashley Butler, Chase Bringardner (Auburn U) Select and market a college season around themes, events, cross-departmental collaborations, and mission-based calls-to-action. For chairs, selection committee members and marketing team members. G, PDS 6:00PM – 7:00PM Those Things Are Still Going Bump in the Night!

Presenter: Barbara Brock (Dogwood Dell Festival of Arts) An open opportunity to share stories and experiences (your theatre’s, your own or someone else’s!) centered around ghosts, legends or superstitions. G SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Navigating Change in Arts Organizations and Universities Presenters: Ryan Kirk, Melissa Johnston (Propared) Organizations must evolve in order to survive.

But change can be difficult, especially in large companies. We’ll discuss strategies for identifying areas of improvement and how to begin the process. We’ll also look at the impact that small changes can have on efficiency, culture and morale. A 12:00PM – 12:50PM Management and Leadership: A Public Display of Vulnerability Presenters: Sarah Chandler (Auburn U; Chautauqua Theater Company), Taylor Dyleski (Gogue Performing Arts Center), Elizabeth Haynes (Chautauqua Theater Company) Let’s be real: this sh*t is hard! With honesty and vulnerability, this panel will share how some of our failures and frustrations can be our greatest learning experiences. G

Board Meetings Please note: Meetings are open to SETC Convention attendees.

TUES., FEB. 26, 2019 2:00–4:00pm 4:00–6:00pm

Finance Committee Mtg Endowment Committee Mtg

WED., FEB. 27, 2019 9:00–10:15am 9:00–10:15am 9:00–10:15am 10:30–11:45am 1:00–2:15pm 1:00–2:15pm 1:00–2:15pm 2:30–4:30pm

7:00–8:20pm

THURS., FEB. 28, 2019 8:00–10:15am

9:00–10:15am Noon–12:50pm Noon–12:50pm

Southern Theatre Editorial Board / Publications Committee Mtg I KEAP Mtg I Past Presidents Committee Mtg Scholarship Procedures Committee Mtg Publications Committee Mtg State Executive Director Roundtable Screening Auditions Coordinator Mtg

4:00–5:15pm 4:00–5:15pm

5:30–7:00pm

FRI., MAR. 1, 2019 9:00–10:15am 10:30–11:45am

4:00–6:00pm

4:30–5:45pm

Trying to find work? Have more work than you can handle? The theatre workplace can be intimidating – from the outside as well as the inside.

Whether you’re striving to advance your career or you need strategies to avoid burnout in your current position, this cross-section of workshops is devoted to helping you succeed in the ways that matter to you. Look for more career-focused workshops within specific interest areas. And learn how your skills may transfer beyond the world of theatre altogether.

WEDNESDAY 5:30PM – 6:45PM Tap Into Your Fearlessness: Atlanta Theatre/ Film Tools for the Actor/Human Presenter: Cory Phelps (Serenbe Playhouse) College theatre artists and recent grads: Learn to beat your fears, prep for post-grad, learn career tools for the actor, and gain insight into the Atlanta arts scene! Leave with an eagerness (not an anxiety) to start your career. G 7:00PM – 9:30PM Theatre Job Fair: Production Resume Review Presider: Constance Smith (Chipola College) Candidates seeking technical theatre positions via Theatre Job Fair have an opportunity to get their resumes reviewed/critiqued by technical theatre professionals prior to interviewing.

7:00PM – 8:15PM Find Your Fit: How to Find the Right College Program for You Presenters: Marcus Lane, Michael Walker (U of Montevallo), Steven House (Western Illinois U), Jeremy Reynolds (Louisiana Tech U) Every student is different and so is every training program. Get strategies to help identify training programs that will suit your specific needs, goals and interests. B THURSDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Improving First Impression Tools: Business Card, Resume and Portfolio Presenters: Jane Childs (Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas), Brian Gale (NYX Design), Lindsey Kelley (U of Southern Mississippi), Jerry Archer (Bandit Lighting), Tracy Armagost (Sante Fe Opera) Get hands-on feedback to perfect the tools that will help you beat out the competition for your job. Bring your own business cards, resume, cover letter, portfolio and laptop. G

Life After College: Bridging the Gap Between Undergrad and the Profession Presenters: Sara Ross (University Resident Theatre Association), Lara Berich (Ohio U), Brian Smallwood (U of Nevada, Las Vegas), John Wolf (Wayne State U) Join URTA for this panel discussion about tools for success when transitioning from undergrad training and into the profession. The panel will include graduate faculty members in all areas of theatre, and participants are encouraged to bring their questions! G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Life After Graduation: How to Start Being a Working Actor Presenter: Edwin Alexander (Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre) From headshots and resumes to booking the job, learn the structure and discipline to start your professional career as an actor in the world of theatre, film and television. I Refilling the Reservoir: Self-Care for Theatre Arts Career Sustainability Presenter: Rowen Haigh Mahoney (Freelance Artist) Burning out is easy – taking care of yourself is hard. Join this presentation/discussion for strategies targeting career longevity and overall wellness. All disciplines, ages and levels welcome (Not just for actors!). G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Alternative Careers for Stage Managers: Beyond Rehearsal and Performance Spaces Presenter: Jerre Brisky (U of West Florida) Stage managers have a unique skill set that is marketable both within theatre and other job markets. Let’s explore these positions and how your knowledge, skills and abilities transfer.

For current students through early-career stage managers. I

Expanding Careers in Design and Technology Presenters: Sara Ross (University Resident Theatre Association), Lara Berich (Ohio U), Brian Smallwood (U of Nevada, Las Vegas), James Gage (U of Cincinnati), John Wolf (Wayne State U) URTA invites undergrad and early-career designers/technicians to join this discussion and Q&A about how to approach your career after college. Working professionals and faculty members from top MFA design/tech programs will share insights. B New York to L.A.: The Business of Acting on the Coasts Presenters: Johnny Yoder, Ryan Chittaphong, Don Williams (Stella Adler Studio of Acting) This Q&A workshop aims to give students an insight into the differences and similarities of the business and life of an actor in New York and Los Angeles. Led by the Stella Adler Studio (NYC) and Art of Acting Studio (L.A.), a bi-coastal actor’s community. G 5:30PM – 6:45PM Interview Stumpers and Stumbles for Stage Managers Presenters: Ken White (U of North Carolina Greensboro), Stacy Blackburn (Lindenwood U) Stage managers are renowned for not letting people see them sweat, but some interviews test this ability. Bring your toughest interview scenarios and questions as we explore how to maintain grace in the face of the unexpected. I Productivity Through Wellness: Avoiding Burnout With Management Presenter: Brian Smallwood (U of Nevada, Las Vegas) You’re not crazy. The world of theatre can be exhausting. This session will discuss how you can manage time, scope and health to increase your productivity and reduce the risk of burnout. G FRIDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Write for Southern Theatre Magazine Presiders: J.K. Curry (SETC Publications Chair), Deanna Thompson (SETC Editor) Get general information on Southern Theatre magazine, including types of stories sought, submission methods, and how to become an editorial board member for SETC’s year-round, quarterly publication. Bring your story ideas!

Open to all. G

Auditions and Design/Tech Interviews for Students Programs from all over the country recruit at the SETC convention. The following schools have already committed to attend Auditions (A) and/or Design/Tech Presentations and Interviews (DT) at SETC 2019. Watch the SETC website for updates as more schools register.

Undergraduate Schools | Thurs., Feb. 28, 2019

Graduate Schools | Fri., Mar. 1, 2019

Alma College (A, DT) AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts (A) American Academy of Dramatic Arts (A) Anderson U – South Carolina School of the Arts (A, DT) Arcadia U (A) Atlantic Acting School (A) Auburn U (A, DT) Auburn U Montgomery (A, DT) Austin Peay State U (A, DT) Averett U (A, DT) Belhaven U (A, DT) Belmont U (A, DT) California U of Pennsylvania (A, DT) Carnegie Mellon U (DT) Clemson U (A, DT) College of Charleston (A, DT) Columbia College Chicago (A, DT) East Tennessee State U (A, DT) Florida School of the Arts (A, DT) Florida Southern College (A) Furman U (A, DT) Gainesville Theatre Alliance (A, DT) George Mason U (A, DT) Georgia Southern U (A, DT) High Point U (A, DT) Hollins U (A, DT) Illinois Wesleyan U (A, DT) KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts (A) LaGrange College (A, DT) Lees-McRae College (A, DT)

AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts (A) American Academy of Dramatic Arts (A) Atlantic Acting School (A) Carnegie Mellon U (DT) Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre (A) Hollins U (A, DT) Long Island U/Post (A) Michael Howard Studios (A) Neighborhood Playhouse (A) New York Film Academy (A) Northern Illinois U (A, DT) Ohio State U, The (DT) Ohio U (A) Regent U (A) Savannah College of Art and Design (A, DT) Southern Illinois U at Carbondale (DT) Stella Adler Studio of Acting (A) Studio School (A, DT) Texas State U (DT) Texas Tech U (A, DT) U of Alabama, The (A, DT) U of North Carolina Greensboro (DT) U of North Carolina Chapel Hill (DT) Villanova U (A) Virginia Tech (DT) Wayne State U (A, DT) West Virginia U (DT) Western Illinois U (DT) York Theatre Company Musical Theatre Training Program, The (A)

Lee U (A, DT) Limestone College (A, DT) Lipscomb U (A, DT) Long Island U/Post (A) Marshall U (A, DT) Michael Howard Studios (A) Middle Tennessee State U (A, DT) Midwestern State U (A, DT) Milligan College (A) Mississippi State U (A) Mississippi U for Women, The (A, DT) Murray State U (A, DT) Neighborhood Playhouse (A) New York Film Academy (A) North Greenville U (A) Northern Illinois U Nova Southeastern U (A) Ohio U (A) Ohio State U, The (A, DT) Oklahoma City U (DT) Palm Beach Atlantic U (A) Radford U (A, DT) Randolph College (A, DT) Rollins College (A) Rowan U (A, DT) Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (DT) Samford U School of the Arts (A, DT) Savannah College of Art and Design (A, DT) Sewanee: U of the South (A, DT) Shorter U (A, DT) Southeast Missouri State U (A, DT) Southern Arkansas U (A, DT)

Southern Illinois U Carbondale (A, DT) Southern Methodist U (A) Southern Union State CC (A, DT) Stella Adler Studio of Acting (A, DT) Studio School (A, DT) Texas Tech U (A, DT) Theatre of Arts (A) Troy U (A, DT) U of Alabama, The (A, DT) U of Alabama Birmingham (A, DT) U of Alabama in Huntsville (A, DT) U of Central Florida (A, DT) U of Houston (A, DT) U of Kentucky (A, DT) U of Louisville (A, DT) U of Mississippi (A, DT) U of Mobile (A) U of Mount Union (A) U of North Carolina Chapel Hill (A) U of North Carolina Greensboro (A, DT) U of Southern Indiana (A, DT) U of Tennessee (A, DT) U of the Arts (DT) U of West Georgia (A, DT) Utah State U (A, DT) Virginia Tech (A, DT) Wake Forest U (A, DT) Wayne State U (A, DT) West Virginia U (A, DT) Western Carolina U (A, DT) Wilkes U (A, DT) Winthrop U (A, DT) York Theatre Company Musical Theatre Training Program, The (A)

9:00AM – 10:15AM Costumer Side Hustle: How Your Skill Set Works Outside the Theatre Presenters: Heather Hogg (U of Richmond), Freddy Clements (Jacksonville State U), Sharon Morgan, Amy Page (U of Alabama Birmingham) How do techniques of theatre costume-making translate outside of the shop? Theatre-trained presenters will share their experience working with clients who want custom-made garments. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM Going Pro: Transitioning From the Amateur to the Professional Theatre Presenter: Gregory Mach (WV Wesleyan College) How does an actor move from community and educational theatre to the professional stage? I 12:00PM – 12:50PM From Classroom to Colleague: Transitions From Grad School Presenters: Gabriel Vanover (Hanover College; Lees-McRae Summer Theatre), Ashley Meyer (Angelo State U), Rick Reeves (Oklahoma City U), Jamie Rogers (Austin CC), Kelsey FisherWaits (Illinois State U) This panel presents different methods and tips to make the transition from graduate student into adjunct, visiting, tenure and administrative positions at the university level. I Somebody Always Has Your Back: If Something Isn’t Right, Find Help!

Presenters: Jane Childs (Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas), Randy Lutz (Santa Fe Opera), Sara Ice (PCPA), Brian Martin (Alabama State U) Conversations about how you can get help when a situation does not seem right to you – in any way – in any circumstance. How do you handle getting help? Who can you turn to? Know that no one has the right to exert power over you, and you are actually helping others by protecting yourself. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Acting as a Profession: Kick-Start Your Acting Career Presenters: Gabrielle Berberich, Brett Goldstein, Greg Chwerchak (Michael Howard Studios) If you want to work professionally in film, television and theatre, get this insider’s guide to help kick-start your career. G 6:00PM – 7:00PM Prep for the Profession Presenter: Edwin Alexander (Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre) Learn what makes a successful actor successful! Understand the audition process, know what to expect from casting directors, and walk away empowered to build your brand and prepare for the profession. A

KEAP Mtg II State President, Representative & Executive Director Roundtable Southern Theatre Editorial Board / Publications Committee Mtg II All-State Mtg & Social

SAT., MAR. 2, 2019 9:00–10:15am 9:00–10:15am 1:00–2:15pm 3:30–4:00pm 4:00–5:15pm

SETC 2020 Planning KEAP Mtg III Strategic Planning Mtg SETC Annual Business Mtg Division Council Mtg

SUN., MARCH 3, 2019 8:00–9:00am 9:00–11:00am

Career Talk

Division Council Mtg State Council Mtg Strategic Planning Mtg Executive Committee Mtg Administration Council Mtg Finance Committee Mtg Services Council Mtg ExCom, Board & Advisory Council Mtg Auditions Committee Mtg

Personnel Mtg Board & Advisory Council Mtgs

Additional committee meetings are listed throughout the newspaper.

Slate of Officers SETC’s board and committee members keep our organization moving forward and connecting you to opportunities in theatre.

________________________________ The following slate of officers will be presented for vote by the membership at the Annual Business Meeting.

OFFICERS President: Jeff Gibson VP of Services: Lee Crouse VP of Administration: Maegan Azar VP of Finance: Jonathan R. Michaelsen Secretary: Rebecca Beasley Elected Past President: Jack Benjamin VP of States: Kris Rau McIntyre VP of Divisions: Tom Booth

________________________________ The Nominations Committee members, led by the Chair, identify, encourage and contact possible candidates for the next year’s offices. The committee meets during the Fall Business Meeting and presents a slate of officers to the membership during the convention.

NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE Tiza Garland (Chair) Paul B. Crook Lance Culpepper Marci Duncan Neno Russell

________________________________ Refer to the SETC website for bios: www.setc.org/slate-of-officers

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Arts & Sciences UA Theatre & Dance

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PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change. Check the convention program and Sched app for final scheduling and locations.

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Design and Technology Participate in an exciting array of demonstrations and discussions that celebrate the art, craft and methodologies behind our behind-the-scenes work. See Page 1 for an OSHA Outreach Training Program opportunity.

Seeing Beyond the Space: Designing in Small Spaces With Big Ideas Presenter: Randall Enlow (U of North Carolina Wilmington) Many performance spaces are less than ideal, yet meeting the challenge can be fun. We’ll examine and discuss staging big musicals in an 1851 historic theatre with a proscenium 9 feet high and 19 feet wide. Learn to find creative potential in unusual spaces and solve challenges. I

MEDIA LAB Presider: Kenton Yeager (Yeagerlabs) All technical and design disciplines are welcome to attend and have the opportunity to work on projects throughout the week in the 1-to-6 scale lab. G • INTEREST/PARTICIPANT MEETING Thurs., Feb 28 | 9:00AM – 10:15AM • WORK SESSION Thurs., Feb. 28 | 6:00PM – 11:00PM

SketchUp for Scenic Design Presenter: Delbert Hall (East Tennessee State U) Demonstration of how to use SketchUp software to create a scenic model for a play. B

• WORK SESSION Fri., Mar. 1 | 6:00PM – 11:00PM

The Job Market: Marketing Yourself for the Industry and Graduate Schools Presenter: Matthew Miller (Temple U) For young professionals and college seniors, this skill-driven workshop will focus on job search preparation, branding yourself as an artist, the resume and portfolio, and interviewing – all you need to attract employers and MFA programs. I

• SHOWCASE OF WORK Sat., Mar. 2 | 11:00AM – 1:00PM WEDNESDAY 4:00PM – 5:15PM Design/Tech Convention Planning Meeting Presiders: Neno Russell (SETC Design/Tech Chair), Matthew Leckenbusch, Emily Strickland (Vice Chairs), Justin Reed, Allison Steadman (Coordinators) Meeting to discuss design/tech events hosted by the committee during the convention. All design/ tech focused participants welcome.

Wireless Microphone Rigging for Theatre Presenter: Michael Smith (Elon U) Tips and techniques for rigging wireless microphones to performers. I 12:00PM – 2:15PM Design Portfolio Review Presiders: Neno Russell (SETC Design/Tech Chair), Matthew Leckenbusch, Emily Strickland (Vice Chairs), Justin Reed, Allison Steadman (Coordinators) Design and technology professionals will critique students’ design portfolios. G

5:30PM – 6:45PM Creating Worlds “Lord of the Rings” Style Presenter: Frank Marquette (Troy U) Create rock and stone set elements using techniques developed in the creation of the castles and natural environments in “The Lord of the Rings” films. Frank Marquette helped develop these techniques during the production of “The Fellowship of the Ring,” and shares how they can be used in theatre. I

12:00PM – 12:50PM Design South: Projection Design Presider: Joseph Payne (U of Tennessee) Designers present their work and answer questions related to typical problems encountered in projections and digital media for theatre. G

THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Beg, Borrow, Buy or Build: Costume Budgeting Presenter: Marie Quintero (Norcostco Atlanta Costume) Costuming large scale musical productions is no small task . . . or cost. Luckily, there are a variety of resources for acquiring the looks you need to bring your characters to life. G

Digital Design and Fabrication in the Scenic Shop Presenter: Frank Marquette (Troy U) A scene shop without a table saw? No measuring or cutting by hand? Could you build this way and still call yourself a craftsperson? Find out how one university has embraced CAD design and CNC milling to create entire sets. Digital design and fabrication are here – a new way to create. G

Blueprints for Brilliance! New Techniques for Improved Pattern Drafting Presenter: Kyla Kazuschyk (Louisiana State U) Love to make costumes? Want to make them more efficiently? This hands-on workshop offers a creative method for improving the process of creating patterns for theatrical costumes. I

Quick Digital Lighting Renderings Presenter: William Lowry (Lehigh U) Make quick renderings for your lighting design off of model shots or scenic renderings.

Attendees will learn the basic process and tips for illustrating a lighting composition with painting software. Perfect for students exploring how to communicate their work. B

Design South: Scenic Presider: Krista Franco (Endstation Theatre Company) Scenic designers gather to share selected work with artists and aspiring designers and answer questions related to their approach, process and aesthetic. G

The Devil Wore a Blue Dress . . . Wait, Why Is It Green?!

Presenters: Victoria Fisher (Barbizon Lighting), Amanda Edgerton (Freelance Costume Designer) Deep collaborations between lighting and costume designers have the potential to create wonderful storytelling tools, as well as solve unintended goofs. I

Sketching, Rendering and Model Making for the Theatre Presenters: Lauren Roark, Bill Black, Christopher Pickart (U of Tennessee), J. Theresa Bush (U of Southern Mississippi), Randall Enlow (U of North Carolina Wilmington), Jessica Gaffney (Cape Fear CC), Terry Jachimiak II (Alma College), Isaac Ramsey (Georgia College), Michael Riha (U of Arkansas), Tiffany Jordan (Florida School of the Arts), Jared Spears (U of Mississippi) Designers from the region will demonstrate techniques of drawing, painting and model making. Dive in to learn a new skill, or merely watch to see how a professional does it. I

Wardrobe Strategies for Student Crews Presenters: Elizabeth Aaron, Amber Williams (Clarence Brown Theatre) We have developed a system for training, maintaining and keeping student crews excited and interested in wardrobe opportunities. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Creative Costumes on a Tight Budget: Beauty and the Beast for $1,500!

Presenter: Cynthia Lohrmann (North Greenville U) Learn ways to make a human teapot and her child-sized cup using everyday materials.

How about a wardrobe dress? Costume problem-solving on a budget. I

10:30AM – 11:45AM Design South: Lighting Presenters: Darren Levin (Middle Tennessee State U), Victoria Fisher (Barbizon Lighting), Michael Barnett (U of Mississippi), Chris Haug (Southeast Missouri State U), Christian DeAngelis (Virginia Commonwealth U) Lighting designers present their work and answer questions related to typical problems encountered in theatre. G

Design South: Sound Presider: Nicholas Drashner (Kent State U) Sound designers from the region present recent work and answer questions related to their process and typical challenges encountered in technical theatre. G

Digital Textile Design: Creating Custom Fabrics for Theatrical Design Presenter: Amber Marisa Cook (Southeast Missouri State U) Explore how digitally designing your own textiles may elevate your costume/scenic/props design or solve production issues. Includes a basic tutorial for getting started. G

Design/Tech Portfolio Creation Presenter: Dale Pickard (Austin Peay State U) We’ll talk about the phases of creating a portfolio, material to include, layout, configuration, and what university programs are looking for. B Safe Scenery Through Foam: Building Structures and Sets With Foam Presenter: David Morgan (Mount Paran Christian School) Build your entire set out of rigid foam insulation!

Join us to see all the ways extruded polystyrene can be used not just for props or facing, but for structural elements as well. High schools and community theatres don’t want to miss these safe ways to build scenery. I

Keep It Clean! Sanitation and Hygiene Practices for Makeup Artists and Actors Presenter: Jason Estala (Florida State U) Keep a clean and sanitized makeup kit with these tips, tricks and techniques for makeup artists and actors. We’ll go over proper hygienic makeup application and useful products and supplies. B

4:00PM – 5:15PM Design South: Costume Technology and Props Presiders: Tracy Floyd (Freelance Artist), Logan Reagan (Missouri Southern State U) Join us to see what your colleagues in the fields of costume and props technology are working on! G Vectorworks: Generating 3D Build Plans for Scenic Shops Presenter: Camden Simon (Oak Ridge Playhouse) Discuss the overview of creating precise 3D models for use of developing build plans for scenic shops, including importing and manipulating designer files, Vectorworks tools to create precise 3D models, rendering models for verification, and sheets for shops. I 5:30PM – 6:45PM Design South: Costume Design Presider: Allison Steadman (Francis Marion U) Costume designers present their work, share their experiences, and answer questions relating to typical challenges encountered in costume design. G Projection Design: Using Digital Tools to Visualize Your Design Presenter: Jeremy Reynolds (Louisiana Tech U) Walk through a process of using Vectorworks and Photoshop to create design renderings for projection design. B Special Effects Makeup for the Stage Presenter: Gene Flaharty (Mehron Inc) Come discover the newest makeup products to give you the best special effects on stage. We’ll look at blood products, latex, flesh gel, collodion and more. The instructor will demonstrate on audience members, share his experience working with these products in shows, and answer questions. G 7:00PM – 10:00PM Design Keynotes Distinguished Designers: TBA SETC’s panel of distinguished designers show examples of their work, share stories from their design careers, and answer questions from the audience.

FRIDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM USITT Southeast Section Business Meeting Meeting of the Southeast Section of the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), the association of design, production and technology professionals in the performing arts and entertainment industry.

9:00AM – 10:15AM Brain Busters: Technical/Design Challenges Presenters: Dana White, Jr (Palm Beach Atlantic U), Yelena Babinskaya (Pepperdine U) Put your brain to the test! A technical/design challenge will be presented, and it’s up to you to find a solution. I Fitting a DIY CNC Machine in Your Shop Presenter: Jared Cole (Francis Marion U) Think a CNC machine is too big and too expensive to fit in your scene shop? This DIY approach can change all that! I Lighting Design Basics: How to Develop a Light Plot in 3½ Easy Steps Presenter: Brian Scruggs (Eastern Michigan U) Go step-by-step through a method of design using three forms of paperwork: The Color Key, The Magic Sheet, and The Light Plot. This process is organized, streamlined, and forgiving for changes that inevitably occur during the design process. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM A Stitch in Time Presenters: Jennie Ruhland (Roanoke College), Audrey Hamilton (Bethel U) Ever run wardrobe and panicked when a button popped off? Never fear! Beginning sewing enthusiasts will learn basic hand sewing skills necessary for costumes. B Age, Animals, Zombies: Theatrical Makeup Presenter: Stephen Davis (Centenary U) Learn the basics of old age makeup, adjustments to the human face to look like animals, and trauma simulation leading to zombie makeup. Step-by-step painted techniques will be discussed and explored. G Outside the Box Thinking in Theatre Production Presenter: Franklin deCelle (The U of Alabama) “Outside the Box” is a periodic column in Southern Theatre magazine where unique solutions to production problems are posed.

Examples of Outside the Box problem-solving will be presented. Feel free to bring problems you need solved; selected ones will be put up for discussion. B Programming Projections: A Beginner’s Guide to Watchout Presenter: Ruth Brandvik (Valdosta State U) Projections are quickly becoming – and some might argue already are – the newest and hottest tech in theatre and live entertainment.

From Broadway to community theatre, projections are being used more frequently.

Get an introduction to programming one of many projection systems. B Rigging Systems and Safety for the End User Presenter: Eric Stevie (Imagine Design & Production Services) For those who use or manage theatrical rigging systems and want to know more. We’ll cover the life cycle of a rigging system from installation through its safe use, maintenance and modernization. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Sink the Titanic Nightly? CRAZY! Serenbe Playhouse Tells Their Story Presenters: Jennifer Jenkins (Georgia State U Perimeter College), Joel Coady, Shelby Mays (Serenbe Playhouse) Summer of 2018, Serenbe Playhouse caught international attention with their production design for “Titanic” which ‘sank’ nightly. For several days it was the lead story on multiple theatre news outlets. See what it takes to sink a ship, and hear more wild outdoor theatre firsts. G

Distinguished Sound Designer Jane Shaw reviews 2018 Design Competition entries, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

Design Competition Undergraduate and Graduate Designers: Showcase your work at the annual Design Competition, where professional designers will see and critique displays, and sponsors will offer cash and experience awards to winning designers. You can compete in the following categories: Costume Crafts • Costume Design • Costume Technology Lighting Design • Projection Design • Properties Design & Construction Scenic Design • Sound Design • Technical Design & Construction Register and Apply by Jan. 22, 2019

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Storytelling Through Design: Tying Your Design to the Script Presenters: Therrin Eber (The U of Alabama), Andrea Boccanfuso (Brevard College) Make your design more than eye candy. This conversational presentation will offer strategies for how you can read the script and design to be part of the world. I Taste the DMX Rainbow: What Is a DMX Universe, and Why Is One Never Enough?

Presenter: Christopher Collins (Barbizon Charlotte) We have all heard of DMX universes. But do we understand what they are? Dive into a tasty explanation for how it works, and discuss ways to manage using fixtures with different channel counts in the same lighting rig. B The Audacity of It! Creating Soundscapes Presenter: Dale Pickard (Austin Peay State U) Learn the basic properties of the sound editing program Audacity while creating a haunted house soundscape. I

Directing These interactive sessions and conversations will shape how you think about casting, script analysis and collaboration as well as how to present violence and emotionally-charged scenes on stage. The Ready to Direct Competition returns, offering early-career directors an immersive mentorship opportunity and a chance to earn work at a professional company.

Application info available at www.setc.org/ready-to-direct.

WEDNESDAY 7:00PM – 9:00PM Ready to Direct Candidates “1st Rehearsal” Project Leads: Preston Lane (Triad Stage), Rick St. Peter (SETC Directing Chair), Alan Litsey (Birmingham-Southern College) Pre-registered candidates meet with project leaders and then disperse to work separately with two actors, beginning the rehearsal process for a pre-selected text. Professional, community and university theatre directors, and others are invited to move room to room to observe the candidates in process.

THURSDAY 10:15AM – 10:30AM Ready to Direct: Job Fair Offstage Showcase Presider: April J’C Marshall (SETC Professional Theatre Services) Pre-selected Ready to Direct Competition candidates are introduced with their portfolios to hiring theatre representatives from the Theatre Job Fair for a chance at discussion and interview.

10:30AM – 11:45PM Active Script Analysis for Directors: Reading Deep While on Your Feet Presenter: Annie Levy (The U of Alabama) Dig into a text without sitting around a table.

Participants will come away with new approaches to make “the discussion of the play” more active, engaging and physical. A 12:00PM – 12:50PM So Many Choices! How Do I Cast It? Presenter: Paul Crook (U of South Carolina Aiken) Monologues? Cold reads? Songs? Dance?

Help! How do you run an audition and make choices in casting? This workshop will offer tips and suggestions for directors. I

1:00PM – 2:15PM The Art of Hot Glue Casting and Molding Presenters: Terry Jachimiak (Alma College), Evelyn Thornhill (ThtrEvie Props) From high school and college to small regional theatres, reduced budgets are the norm. And hot glue is cheap. Using hot glue as our casting material, learn how to mold and cast body parts and other objects. There will be materials on hand to cast your thumb! G Turban Fashion in Jane Austin’s Regency Era Presenter: Donna Buckley (The U of Mississippi) Construct a Regency era turban on a wired buckram frame. I Turning Heads, No Strings Attached: Wireless Automation of Pneumatics Presenters: Thomas Fagerholm, Robert Anderson (Southern Illinois U) Arduino microcontrollers with pneumatic components offer an opportunity to create custom scenic automation without breaking the bank. This workshop will outline approaches to automation and pneumatics using examples from SIU research and productions. I Where Have All the TDs Gone? A Discussion of TDs in Today’s Theatre Presenters: Camden Simon (Oak Ridge Playhouse), Victoria Fisher (Barbizon Lighting), Erin Freeman (U of Illinois) Join this panel-led discussion on the cause of the apparent shortage of technical directors, the plethora of revolving job openings, and what a graduating TD candidate should look like.

Geared toward those in charge of managing/ hiring TDs, current and future TDs, and designers who interact with TDs. G You Built a Set Out of What? Ways to Save Money by Using Unusual Materials Presenter: Andy Bleiler (Lipscomb U) Discover a variety of unexpected and often overlooked materials for building scenery. These things are readily available and inexpensive (or even free). We’ll cover how you can shave money off your design costs, while stressing what things you should NEVER cut corners on. I 4:30PM – 5:45PM 3D Printing and Corsetry: Customizing Your Corset Presenters: Casey Watkins, Rob Berls (U of North Carolina Asheville), Kristin Grieneisen (Appalachian State U) 3D printing can help you build affordable, showspecific and customizable corsets and stays, especially pieces such as boning and busks. I Airbrush 101: Introduction to Airbrush Makeup Presenter: Meghan Bernstein (Norcostco) Get a comprehensive overview of product application, terminology, cleaning procedures, equipment and fundamental principles of airbrush makeup techniques. B Design South: Technical Direction Presider: Brian Smallwood Join seasoned technical directors as they present innovative solutions to common challenges.

Ask questions, be inspired, and engage with technical directors from across the country. I Knot Tying, Terminology and Practice Presenter: Aaron Mooney (Oklahoma City U) Walk away armed with terminology of knot tying, the ability to tie basic knots, and the knowledge of when to use certain knots. B Oh, What a Drag! Drag Makeup for Stage Presenters: Marie Quintero, Meghan Bernstein (Norcostco Atlanta Costume) Cross the line into drag queen diva using theatrical makeup techniques. This workshop covers building and amplifying feminine features to create a character. Basic concepts will include lash application, contouring, and eyebrow blocking. B 6:00PM – 7:00PM Integrating Lights, Sound and Projection Design Presenter: Joseph Payne (U of Tennessee) A detailed exploration of how these mediums work together to create a unified environment, including a practical examination of the collaborative process in technical rehearsals. Presented in the 1-to-6 scale media lab. I Leather Mask-Making Techniques and Tricks Presenter: Allison Steadman (Francis Marion U) Presenters will share techniques for designing, patterning and constructing leather masks for “The Bacchae.” The workshop will include lecture, discussions, media presentations and demonstrations. G

1:00PM – 2:15PM Staging Shakespeare: Discovering Movement in Language Presenter: Molly Claassen (Columbus State U) Directors and actors will explore how Shakespeare used language to dictate blocking and use it to create dynamic visual staging and active storytelling. I Tennessee Williams’s Plastic Theatre: A Call to Action Presenter: Tiza Garland (U of Florida) Investigating what is theatrical about theatre.

A call to position theatre as a vital part of our culture by advancing Tennessee Williams’s concepts of Plastic or Sculptural Theatre. I 4:00PM – 5:15PM Directing Interest Meeting Presider: Rick St. Peter (SETC Directing Chair) This is a meeting of all SETC participants interested in the field of directing.

5:30PM – 6:45PM Directing and Acting In-the-Round: An Exploration of Style and Its Rewards Presenters: Robert Parker, Kathleen Parker (Ashland U) Let’s illuminate and explore the art of theatre “in-the-round” – a.k.a. arena staging – and techniques of directing and acting. The style!

The intimacy! It is exciting! Have a scene and partner? Bring it to our workshop! I Physicalizing Table Work: On Your Feet the First Week Presenter: Christie Maturo (Midwestern State U) Learn to lead your cast through a dynamic analysis of the play using movement, sculpture, drawing and the imagination. Help them tap into their most creative realms and be fueled by inspirational images. I Continues on Page 5

To Scrim or Not to Scrim Presenter: Aaron Mooney (Oklahoma City U) Analyze the benefits and disadvantages of using sharkstooth scrim in plays, musicals, modern dance and ballet. B SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Boot-iful Additions: Techniques for Spats, Gaiters and Boot Tops Presenter: Emily Heilig (U of North Carolina Greensboro) Get a basic draft for gaiters, and learn how to make adjustments using specific measurements to fit anyone. We’ll focus on problem-solving techniques, structure, quick changes, application to shoes, and fabrics to use. All levels are welcome! G Design & Technology Committee and Interest Meeting Presiders: Neno Russell (SETC Design/Tech Chair), Matthew Leckenbusch, Emily Strickland (Vice Chairs), Justin Reed, Allison Steadman (Coordinators) Open to anyone interested in design and technical theatre.

Everything You Need to Know About Airbrushes Presenter: Brad Darvas (U of West Georgia) Proper airbrush use is a necessity for aspiring special effects makeup artists and is a great skill for all prop builders and scenic designers.

This interactive workshop will showcase multiple airbrush setups and answer all your questions for you to start painting today. B 10:30AM – 11:45AM Building Fantasy Weapons Presenter: Justin Walsh (Murray State U) An overview of some techniques for building non-standard weapons for use on a stage. G Foundational Practices in Drawing for Theatre Designers Presenter: Mark Guirguis (U of California San Diego) Learn exercises and practices of drawing that you can apply to both traditional and digital mediums. Conceptual approaches will also be discussed. B The Look for Less: Stage Makeup Swap Outs for Every Budget Presenter: Tiffany Jordan (Florida School of the Arts) The rising cost of theatrical stage makeup kits makes it difficult for students and artisans to afford the products needed to fulfill class and show obligations. Explore more affordable options that produce the same theatrical makeup looks. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Fast and Furious: Secrets for Quick Change Magic Presenter: Triffin Morris (U of North Carolina Chapel Hill) Ever wondered how those one-second costume changes happen? This workshop reveals the secrets! We’ll watch video clips and reveal how they were accomplished, and we’ll look at demo pieces that show the rigging. It will be fun for everyone, especially if you have knowledge of costume construction. G Multilayered Sound Design Presenter: Nicholas Drashner (Kent State U) Learn ways of constructing sound cues that are comprised of multiple isolated tracks – and instances when this multilayered approach is beneficial. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM Junkanoo to the Theatre Stage Presenter: Tim Matheny (Mississippi State U) Don’t throw that away! Explore Bahamian Junkanoo costuming’s history as well as practices for modern theatrical applications. I Period Corded Corsets and the Dancer in Music Theatre Presenter: Jack Smith (Elon U) Exploring construction techniques, flexibility of the corset, and the use of corded corsets to obtain period silhouettes while providing maximum movement for dancers in musical theatre performances. Feedback from performers and costume technicians involved in a production of “Sweeney Todd.” I 4:00PM – 5:15PM 3D Costume Design and Technology Presenter: Ashleigh Poteat (Centenary U) 3D printing, 3D pens and wearable technology can affordably be utilized for costuming from garments to crafts. B

WOR KSHOP S K I L L L E V E L S : G - General; B - Basic; I - Intermediate; A - Advanced; PDS - Professional Development Series

Directing Continued from Page 4 FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Directing Strategies and Techniques: Taking Chances, Getting Results Presenters: Bruce Speas (Longwood U), Rick St. Peter (Northwestern State U), David Alley (U of Tennessee) Join a discussion of directing strategies and techniques led by a panel of university and professional directors. Draw the best audition and performances out of your actors.

Directors, actors and theatre educators of all levels are welcome. Actors may bring a monologue. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Collaboration in Musical Theatre: The Director and Musical Director Presenters: Dr. Justin Cowan (The U of Alabama), Preston Lane (Triad Stage) Let’s illuminate the collaborative process between the Director and Musical Director when mounting a musical production.

Professional trends and practices will be identified, challenged, and explored. A, PDS 1:00PM – 2:15PM Play-Filled Devising: Buoyant and Daring Process and Product Presenter: Jess Pillmore (Creatively Independent) Play isn’t extra, it’s essential! This evolutionary tool – where curiosity’s king and the impossible’s possible – makes rehearsals playgrounds for actors and directors. G

What Rules You? A Director’s Rules for Success Presenter: Paul Crook (U of South Carolina Aiken) There’s no such thing as A + B + C = Directing, but there are a few basic rules you can learn to make yourself a more effective director. Come learn tips that will clarify your responsibilities and sharpen your efforts as a director. B 4:30PM – 5:45PM Collaboration in Musical Theatre: Coaching Dynamic Performances Presenters: Erin Speer, Dominick Amendum (U of North Carolina Greensboro) How can collaboration among the director, choreographer and music director be maximized to coach dynamic and exciting musical theatre performances? This workshop for directors, choreographers and music directors focuses on the seamless transition from the book into the musical number. I Our Violent Delights: Deconstructing the Combat Narrative Presenters: Jason Tate (Neutral Chaos, LLC), Robert Aronowitz (Society of American Fight Directors) Designed to provide actors, directors and choreographers with a quick way to create visually interesting, violent narrative without relying on extensive training in stage combat, this workshop aims to investigate, define and reclaim the theatricality of violence onstage. A

Taking the Patriarchy out of Directing: An Intersectional Feminist Directs Presenters: Rachel Blackburn, Molly Claassen (Columbus State U) This round-table discussion will focus on how the patriarchy is still present in directing and brainstorm ways to subvert this legacy in our practice as directors. I 5:30PM – 6:45PM Ready to Direct Discussion Dialogue Leader: Preston Lane (Triad Stage) Participants discuss directors’ choices and process and explore ideas of dramaturgy and dramatic action. Open to all convention attendees interested in directing.

SATURDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM I Write This and Leave It to Be Seen: Dracula and Immersive Theatre Presenters: R Cliff Thompson, Brandyn Graves (Freed-Hardeman U) The creative team behind FHU’s “The Dracula Project” explains how immersive theatre expanded the theatrical possibilities behind a time-worn horror novel – how the “metanarrative” shaped the experience of actors and audience, blurring the lines between stage fiction and reality. Q&A follows. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Consent and Creating Safe Theatrical Space Presenters: Sean McCarther (Westminster Choir College), Jacqueline Holloway (Society of American Fight Directors) Actors and production staff alike will explore how a consent culture can protect and empower artists in emotionally charged scenes. G

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Sign language interpretation at Chris Chalk’s high school masterclass at SETC 2018, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

Accessibility Compliance Individuals who require an auxiliary aid or service for effective communications or assistance to participate in an SETC program or activity should contact SETC with a specific request no later than one month prior to the start of the event. www.setc.org/accessibility

THURSDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Women’s Writing Case Study: From Initiation to Full Production and Beyond Presenter: Linda Nell Cooper (Liberty U) This is a follow-up presentation to last year’s workshop regarding writing for strong female characters with collegiate women (newcomers will be brought up to speed!).

Check in on findings from the case study beginning with the writing and continuing to the production as well as the future of the project. G 12:00PM – 12:50PM Inclusive Theatre: How to Make Your Production Entirely Sensory Friendly Presenter: Johannah Maynard Edwards (Women’s Theatre Festival) It’s easier than you think to craft an inclusive theatre experience for all audiences! Using our model production of “Little Women,” you’ll leave this session with a complete guide for creating a sensory friendly experience for adults and families. G, PDS 1:00PM – 2:15PM Allies in the Arts: Exploring Privilege in Theatre Panel Presenters: Esther Newell (Northwest Rankin HS), Annette Grevious (Claflin U), Kyla Kazuschyk (Louisiana State U), Will Lowry (Lehigh U), Jessika Cummins (Independent Artist), Christopher Moses (Alliance Theatre), Hakwon Hawkins (Clemson U), Yolanda Williams (Jackson State U) A dialogue in which people can investigate their own privilege and biases in order to become better allies and artists. G Theatrical Masks in Therapy Presenters: Dale Savidge (Applied Theatre Center), Doug Berky (Doug Berky Theatre, LLC) Learn the theory and practice behind the use of theatrical masks in drama therapy. See how masks are used in drama therapy work with juveniles in a detention center. A

Engage in open and thoughtful conversations about how we as theatre artists can push ourselves to serve more communities and amplify more voices. This collection of workshops brings together perspectives from a variety of SETC interest areas – from Applied Theatre, Cultural Diversity and Women in Theatre to Arts Administration, Design/Technology, Playwriting and more. All offer opportunities to come together and learn from one another as we aim to build a more inclusive theatre industry.

4:00PM – 5:15PM Cultural Diversity Interest Group Presider: Kyla Kazuschyk (SETC Cultural Diversity Chair) A meeting of all persons interested in cultural diversity.

Parent and Working Artist: Support for the Necessities of Childcare Presenters: Molly Claassen (Columbus State U), Johannah Edwards (Women’s Theatre Festival), Maegan Azar (Furman U), Brittany Bodley (Troy U), Rowen Mahoney (Freelance Artist), Brian Smallwood (U of Nevada, Las Vegas) There are practical solutions that theatres and universities can implement to actively support parents. Join this round-table discussion covering childcare needs of working theatre artists, managing long work hours, travel, breastfeeding accommodations, and tenure track demands. G FRIDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Access for the Blind: The Visual Made Verbal Through Audio Description Presenter: Joel Snyder (Audio Description Associates; American Council of the Blind) Audio description translates theatrical action and images to words. It provides access to theatre lovers who are blind or have low vision. G Women in Theatre Interest Group Presider: Rowen Haigh Mahoney (SETC Women in Theatre Chair) Come join us for the second official meeting of the newly formed SETC Women in Theatre Interest Group! Let’s discuss ways we can support women in theatre, expand opportunities for women in theatre, and to advocate for future generations of women in theatre.

12:00PM – 12:50PM Diversity in Costume Design: Rendering Representation Presenters: Allison Amidei, Kaja Dunn (U of North Carolina Charlotte) Explore methods to encourage diversity and representation in costume design renderings – both for educators and student designers. We’ll discuss our role in interpreting different cultures and the cultural impact our choices can make on stage. I 4:30PM – 5:45PM Applied Theatre Interest Group Presider: Tenika Dye Burgess (SETC Applied Theatre Chair) This group is to support current practitioners, to educate SETC members about Applied Theatre, to encourage collaboration between traditional and non-traditional theatre artists, and to motivate future generations to consider making Applied Theatre part of their career, craft, and art.

What to Do When Your Character Becomes Too Real?

Presenters: Jeff Swenskie, Emily Pritchard (Marshall U) Everyone is welcome here! You will be exposed to different ways you can reduce stigma with mental health – both on and off stage. G

6:00PM – 7:00PM Engaging Youth Through Queer Theatre for Young Audiences Presenter: Andrew Waldron (California State U, Fresno) Join a discussion on LGBTQ+ youth representation and queer content onstage. We will examine current artistic and pedagogic trends as well as share best practices. I SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Playback Theatre: Improv With a Purpose Presenter: Tenika Dye Burgess (Society for Stone Soup) Interactive introduction to Playback Theatre, which utilizes improvisation, storytelling and music to enact life stories from audience members resulting in laughter, tears, empathy and contemplation. G 10:30AM – 11:45AM Playback Theatre Demonstration: Audience Stories Come to Life!

Presenters: Terry Weber (U of Tennessee), Tenika Dye Burgess (Society for Stone Soup), Jeni Lamm, Melody Watts, Stavros Keritsis, Ethan Norman (The WordPlayers) The WordPlayers’ Playback Troupe presents a playback theatre demonstration, bringing to life the essence of stories from the audience. Playback is a form of improvisational theatre which honors the stories of individuals, thereby building community and empathy. G

1:00PM – 2:15PM Incarcerated Art: Applied Theatre in Prison Presenter: Lindsay Bytof (Georgia State U Perimeter College) In this collaborative session, explore applied theatre practices and techniques for theatre-making with people who are incarcerated or experiencing “othering.” G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Fire the Canon! Diversifying Academic Theatre Repertoire Presenters: Jennifer Luck, Ellen Peck (Jacksonville State U), Gaye Jeffers (U of Tennessee Chattanooga), Chalethia Williams (Miles College), Valerie Lemmons (Clay Chalkville HS), Amy Guerin (U of Alabama Huntsville) Academic theatre can support diversity and inclusion through production choices and classroom studies. Amplifying the voices of women, people of color, and those within the LGBTQ+ community starts here. G

Make plans to enjoy performances at five theatre festivals throughout the week. Convention attendees get in for free! Watch for full performance lineups and scheduling online at www.setc.org/festivals.

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TEN-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL Thurs., Feb. 28, 10:00PM One of SETC’s late night highlights!

Performances of 10-minute plays that have been conceived, written and rehearsed over the last 24 hours.

Response immediately follows.

Want to perform?

Call SETC or go online to join the fun and apply today!

Meet one-on-one with commercial exhibitors, colleges, universities and training programs as you explore the Exhibit Hall.

________________________________ Exhibit Hall Hours Thurs., Feb. 28: 10am - 7pm Fri., Mar. 1: 10am - 6pm Sat., Mar. 2: 10am - 1pm

2018 Commercial Exhibits, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

New

Tech Teaching Labs Lab spaces are planned for SETC Exhibitors who wish to share their technology with the professionals, professors and students attending the SETC Convention.

Are you an SETC Exhibitor who wants to present a lab? Email cadie@setc.org.

Ready to learn? Sign-up sheets will be posted in each lab space on the Exhibit Hall floor.

Commercial Exhibitors: 1st Street Music & Sound Company 4Wall Entertainment ACL Theatre Resources Arts People Barbizon Lighting Company Costume Holiday House, Inc. Doug Berky Masks Dramatic Publishing Company Dramatists Play Service ETC Field Template German Light Products US High End Systems

Imagine Design and Production InterAmerica Stage MAGNUM Mainstage Theatrical Supply Norcostco Atlanta Costume NuDelta Digital On The Stage/Actor Index Parlights Philips Entertainment Lighting Point Source Audio Robe Lighting Samuel French Sculptural Arts Coating

Select Travel Study Stage Rights Stagedoor Manor StageSpot Theatrical Intimacy Education Timothy Mooney Repertory Theatre TMB USITT Wenger Corp Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts XS Lighting & Sound

Lee U Limestone College Lipscomb U LAMDA Long Island U/Post Marshall U Michael Howard Studios Middle Tennessee State U Midwestern State U Milligan College Mississippi State U Mississippi U for Women, The Murray State U Neighborhood Playhouse New York Film Academy North Greenville U Northern Illinois U Nova Southeastern U Ohio State U Ohio U Oklahoma City U Palm Beach Atlantic U Radford U Randolph College Rollins College Rowan U Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Samford U School of the Arts Savannah College of Art and Design Sewanee: U of the South Shenandoah U Shorter U Southeast Missouri State U Southern Arkansas U Southern Illinois U Carbondale Southern Methodist U Southern Union State CC

Stagecraft Institute of Las Vegas Stella Adler Studio of Acting Studio School Texas State U Texas Tech U Theatre of Arts Troy U U of Alabama, The U of Alabama Birmingham U of Alabama in Huntsville U of Central Florida U of Houston U of Kentucky U of Louisville U of Mississippi U of Mobile U of Montevallo U of Mount Union U of North Carolina Chapel Hill U of North Carolina Greensboro U of Southern Indiana U of the Arts U of Tennessee U of West Georgia Utah State U Valdosta State U Villanova U Virginia Tech Wake Forest U Wayne State U West Virginia U Western Carolina U Western Illinois U Wilkes U William Carey U Winthrop U The York Theatre Company Musical Theatre Training Program

Education Expo: Accademia dell’Arte Alma College AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts American Academy of Dramatic Arts Anderson U - South Carolina School of the Arts Arcadia U Atlantic Acting School Auburn U Auburn U Montgomery Austin Peay State U Averett U Belhaven U Belmont U California U of Pennsylvania Carnegie Mellon U Chattanooga State U Clemson U College of Charleston Columbia College Chicago Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre East Tennessee State U Florida School of the Arts Florida Southern College Furman U Gainesville Theatre Alliance George Mason U Georgia Southern U High Point U Hollins U Illinois Wesleyan U KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts Kent State U LaGrange College Lees-McRae College

12:00PM – 12:50PM Mind the Gap: Gender Parity in Pay, Jobs and Career Length in the Southeast Presenters: Rowen Haigh Mahoney (Freelance Artist), Brittany Bodley (Troy U) Over the past six months, SETC Women in Theatre has been surveying SETC members to gather data on respondents’ gender, pay scale, professional discipline, and career length. Join us to hear our findings, discuss the reality of gender parity in the region, and identify action steps for future change. G

Festivals

COMMUNITY THEATRE FESTIVAL Venue: Austin-East Magnet School Thurs., Feb. 28 – Sat., Mar. 2 A multi-day performance festival featuring community theatres representing the southeast.

Two groups will advance to AACTFest.

Exhibit Hall

HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE FESTIVAL Venue: Knoxville Civic Auditorium Thurs., Feb. 28 – Fri., Mar. 1 High schools who have won state competitions perform at SETC for the regional title.

THEATRE FOR YOUTH FESTIVAL Thurs., Feb. 28 Local children join SETC attendees to watch shows targeted for youth audiences.

Find more info on Pages 2 and 8.

FRINGE FESTIVAL Fri., Mar. 1 – Sat., Mar. 2 In 2004, the Fringe Festival kicked-off to a standing-room-only audience. 16 year’s later, this festival is still going strong! See Page 1 for details on this year’s productions.

2017 Film & TV Workshop, Photo by Mark Mahan

Film and TV How can your stage training translate to the world of television and film?

Get professional insights into how to book on-screen work, shoot your own short film, self-tape auditions and more.

THURSDAY 1:00PM – 2:15PM Acting in Your Own Short Film Presenters: Greg Chwerchak, Gabrielle Berberich, Brett Goldstein (Michael Howard Studios) Take control of your career, and act in your own short film. Specially tailored to actors, learn how to shoot your own ideas from start to finish. G 5:30PM – 6:45PM Acting for the Camera: Making the Shift From Stage to Screen Presenter: James Leagre (U of Indianapolis) Learn techniques of utilizing stage acting tools in front of the camera. Experiencing actual equipment and observation, you will witness firsthand techniques to produce successful outcomes. I FRIDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Self-Tape Audition Like a Pro Presenter: Peter Stone (U of Kentucky) Take your self-taping to the professional level. Our focus will be on how to build an inexpensive home studio and the self-taping process. We’ll cover backdrops, lighting, sound, camera options, tripods, readers, and the differences in self-taping for theatre and TV. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM From Stage to Screen: Improv and Acting Presenter: Blake Babbitt (New York Film Academy) Through improv exercises, actors will learn specific on-camera techniques. Using a digital camera and television, participants and observers will have the opportunity to view on-camera performances live. A

Shakespeare for Beginner Filmmakers Presenter: Kyle Schnack (Palm Beach Atlantic U) Whether you enjoy displaced theatre, multimedia theatre, short films or features, interested participants will work to find the balance in simple film technique and playing Shakespeare’s words. I Your On-Camera Career: Take One, Action!

Presenter: Reis McCormick (KD Conservatory College of Film & Dramatic Arts) How can my theatre chops work for me in a camera audition? We’ll cover marketing, agents, and casting; offer handouts; and hold a mock audition! I 4:30PM – 5:45PM Auditioning on Camera: Booking Film & TV Presenters: Gabrielle Berberich, Brett Goldstein, Greg Chwerchak (Michael Howard Studios) Want to work in film and television? Industry experts will give you the secrets for success with tips to booking professional on-camera work. I SATURDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Acting With Myself: The Joy of Shooting the Self-Tape Presenter: Dustin Whitehead (Western Carolina U) Actors will be guided through the at-home professional audition experience. With simple tips about communication, preparation, camera placement, lighting, editing and performance, you’ll leave knowing how to make your audition stand out from the rest. G Motion Capture Performance Presenter: Andrew Ray (Society of American Fight Directors) Learn about a fast-growing industry and what to expect if you find yourself in a motion capture studio. This character-building workshop goes beyond stunts and stage combat. G

PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change. Check the convention program and Sched app for final scheduling and locations.

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History/Theory/Literature/Criticism Movement and Physical Theatre Take a closer look at North American indigenous drama, the life and work of Joseph Grimaldi, and the history of musical scenes on film; grapple with the paradox of fiction; make good use of antique textiles; examine theatre’s relationship to the law; get involved with Theatre Symposium; and support up-and-coming scholarly voices by attending this year’s SETC Young Scholars Award Panel Presentation.

Theatre Symposium Interest Meeting Presiders: Andy Gibb (Theatre Symposium Editor), E. Bert Wallace (Steering Chair) Interested in becoming involved with Theatre Symposium, the official journal of SETC? Join us as we plan for the upcoming conference. This year’s topic: Theatre and Citizenship. Everyone welcome.

Young Scholars Panel at SETC 2017

THURSDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Key Plays: Theatre and the Law Presenters: Sarah McCarroll (Georgia Southern U), Steven Burch (The U of Alabama), Becky Becker (Clemson U), Michael Howley, Timothy Pyles (U of South Dakota) Panelists examine key plays that explore theatre’s relationship to law. Trials! Juries! Lawyers and defendants! Everyone is invited to come and share your own favorites. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Theatre Through Non-Literature: Joseph Grimaldi Presenter: Michael Williams (Southern Union State CC) There have been many Joey’s, but the world of clown has had only one Joseph. This lecture/ discussion is focused on the life of Grimaldi and his place in the history of theatre. G 5:30PM – 6:45PM When Theatre Encounters the Paradox of Fiction Presenter: Jeff Day (Texas Tech U) Philosophers grapple with the Paradox of Fiction; it stipulates that our emotional responses to fictional worlds produce incoherence. Does the act of theatre court incoherence? B FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Antique Textiles as Teaching Tools Presenter: Jack Smith (Elon U) Let’s explore the use of antique garments and textiles as teaching tools for costume design and construction in university or professional settings.

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10:30AM – 11:45AM Highlights of Theatre Symposium 27: Theatre and Embodiment Presenters: Sarah McCarroll (Georgia Southern U), Tessa Carr (Auburn U), Kaja Dunn (U of North Carolina Charlotte), Timothy Pyles (U of South Dakota) Participants from the 27th annual Theatre Symposium share their papers on the theme “Theatre and Embodiment.” Those who are interested in learning more about Theatre Symposium are especially encouraged to attend. A 12:00PM – 12:50PM Musical Scene Study on Film Presenter: Tom Alsip (Oklahoma State U) Starting with old movie musicals and continuing all the way to modern works like “Crazy ExGirlfriend,” we’ll examine the history of musical scenes on film and develop a greater appreciation for successful methods of dealing with the stage-to-screen transition. G

Juggling, clowning, combat, mime, Suzuki and puppetry classes offer unique opportunities to expand your skill set. These active sessions will invite you to use movement as a means of devising, character building, self-care and more. Remember to bring comfortable clothes you can move in.

WEDNESDAY 5:30PM – 6:45PM Body Positive Burlesque Movement Presenter: Roula Roulette (Metropolitan Studios/ Atlanta School of Burlesque) Self-confidence begins with learning to love the skin you are in. Join Roula Roulette, co-owner of the Atlanta School of Burlesque, as she takes you on a movement journey focused on building confidence. You must be 18 years or older to attend. G THURSDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Immediate Access: The Expressive Actor Method by Michael Lugering Presenter: Marybeth Berry (U of South Carolina Lancaster) Using Michael Lugering’s Expressive Actor method, participants will be led in a movement workshop that uses the body as the vehicle for active expression. B 9:00AM – 10:15AM Actorbatics! Intro to Droznin Russian Movement Presenter: Carrigan O’Brian (National Theater Institute) Learn the movement technique taught at the world-renowned Moscow Art Theatre School!

Through a series of rigorous physical exercises, stretches and balance poses, students slowly unlock the body, freeing them up for the work they will need to do on stage. Wear comfortable clothing! B

4:30PM – 5:45PM Intro to North American Indigenous Drama and Performance Presenter: Elizabeth Kirkland (The U of Alabama) Unlearn what you think you may know about Indigenous drama, and gain a better understanding of this vital, living and growing dramatic art form. G

The Truths of Stage Combat Presenter: Caitlyn Herzlinger (U of Southern Mississippi) Created at the Central Illinois Stage Combat Workshop in summer of 2013, these rules are simple sayings that help keep your fight safe, but looking awesome. They are clearly stated and should be learned by every stage combatant no matter their level. B

SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM SETC Young Scholars Panel Presentation Presider: Sarah McCarroll (SETC Young Scholars Award Chair) SETC Young Scholars Award recipients present their winning papers. G

Viewpoints: Directing Physical Action Presenter: Geoffrey Reynolds (Valdosta State U) Discover practical ways to use Viewpoints techniques in a production, rehearsal or classroom setting. Perfect for directors, choreographers and actors who are looking for ways to create physical action and to build ensembles! I

1:00PM – 2:15PM History/Theory/Literature/Criticism Interest Group Presiders: Sarah McCarroll (SETC H/T/L/C Chair), Steve Burch (Vice Chair) This is a forum for those interested in theatre history, theory, criticism and/or literature. The first hour will function as a forum, with the last 15 minutes as our annual meeting.

Yoga Techniques for Teaching Innovation Presenter: Eric Abele (U of Maryland - Baltimore County) Yoga has long been used to quiet the mind and invigorate the body. This session will lead you through a vinyasa style practice and share how yoga overlaps with pedagogy – no matter what theatre discipline you teach. Don’t forget to pack your mat (but a towel is okay). I

Test your dance skills (from tap to West African/Caribbean styles), and get moving with a little help from the pros. Prepare for auditions with “Musical Theatre Coaching Sessions,” and find a variety of opportunities to brush up on your vocal performance. Be prepared with sheet music and/or dance attire!

5:30PM – 6:45PM Delivering Musical Theatre Lyrics Through the Chekhov Method Presenter: Linda Nell Cooper (Liberty U; Alluvion Stage Company) Hands-on workshop demonstrating the analysis and delivery of musical theatre lyrics through application of the Chekhov Method. Intended for high school and college musical theatre students. A 6:00PM – 8:00PM Musical Theatre Coaching Sessions Presiders: Valerie Accetta (SETC Musical Theatre Chair), Nancy Wolfgang (Vice Chair); Accompanist: Ian LeRoy (Creede Repertory Theatre) Professional and college auditionees can sign up for 10-minute slots to work on their audition materials one-on-one with a vocal coach and accompanist.

7:00PM – 8:15PM Choreography Creation for Those Who Think They Can’t Dance Presenter: Margaret Buckner (Independent Artist) Geared toward beginners, but useful to all, this workshop aims to build confidence and prove prowess in the self-proclaimed “non-dancer.” Using various tools from Laban Movement Analysis, you will be led through a unique creation process ending in devising an original work and movement choir. B 8:30PM – 9:45PM The Vocal Athlete: Discovering Personal Weaknesses Presenter: Nancy Wolfgang (U of Northern Colorado) Address the fundamentals of what it means to be a vocal athlete. Open to all levels, participants will discover personal physical weaknesses and get ideas on how to improve overall fitness for the rigorous demands on today’s performers. B THURSDAY 9:00AM – 2:15PM Musical Theatre Coaching Sessions Presiders: Valerie Accetta (SETC Musical Theatre Chair), Nancy Wolfgang (Vice Chair); Accompanist: Ian LeRoy (Creede Repertory Theatre) Professional and college auditionees can sign up for 10-minute slots to work on their audition materials one-on-one with a vocal coach and accompanist.

9:00AM – 10:15AM All About Attack: Contemporary/Commercial Dance Presenter: Roy Lightner (U of Alabama Birmingham) Start with a physical warm-up and technical instruction, and wrap up with a hard-hitting combination. Attack choreography and find your inner warrior with contemporary/commercial dance. I

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10:30AM – 11:45AM The Nerve-Proof Audition Workshop Presenter: Michael Unger (The York Theatre Company) For the serious musical theatre performer who wants to gain tools that they can apply to every audition they ever do. Bring sheet music. A 12:00PM – 12:50PM Vocal Relaxation: Let’s Make Singing Look and Feel Easy Presenter: Jennifer Wilson (Professional Actor Training Program at Chattanooga State) Warm-up and performance techniques to help lift pressure off of the voice and make singing feel more effortless. Everyone will participate, and some volunteer singers will perform and get feedback. Bring sheet music for your audition cut! G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Attack of the Actions: Using Doable Actions to Experience Your Song Presenter: Chelsea Nicholson (Samford U) To act means to do. Instead of attempting to conjure up emotions when you sing, delve into the world of action-based acting in order to live truthfully on stage. Bring a song and explore active verbs to bring specificity and honesty to your work. I 4:00PM – 5:15PM Acting the Song: A One-On-One Workshop for Performers With Q&A for Coaches Presenter: Lisa Wipperling (Louisiana State U) Performers: Bring a prepared musical theatre selection! Reinforce authenticity in your performance using provided resources based on the needs of each individual. Teachers: Participate, ask questions as we play, and take home new resources. I Create, Don’t Critique!

Presenter: Lori Guy (U of Mobile) We have one job as musical theatre performers: CREATE! But sometimes unstable technique, difficult passages and other distractions get in the way. Bring your audition book and get ready to work so you can submit to the character and create on stage! G 5:30PM – 6:45PM Why Does This Pianist Hate Me? Working With Audition Pianists Presenter: Ian LeRoy (Creede Repertory Theatre) Work with a professional pianist/music director to improve the way you mark your music, communicate with a pianist, and prepare for musical theatre auditions. G

Unarmed in the Round: Stage Combat Presenters: Andrew Ray (Society of American Fight Directors), Caitlyn Herzlinger (U of Southern Mississippi) Hide technique in plain sight, and trick the audience into seeing what you want them to see. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Big Choices: Audition Clowning!

Presenter: Matthew Crider (Murray State U) Come ready to move and play! Experiment with physical clowning techniques as a fun way to make big choices in auditions and performances. G Stage Combat Panel Presenter: Matthew R. Wilson (George Washington U) Learn about stage combat opportunities featuring Certified Teachers, Fight Directors and Fight Masters with the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD). SAFD is the largest stage fight society in the world and offers actor-training, networking, certification at all levels, and industry leadership for safe and effective stage combat.

Open to all. Come with questions! G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Contact Improv for Actors: Create a Deeper Connection to Scene Work Presenter: Casey Sams (U of Tennessee) Use beginning contact improv exercises to develop techniques an actor can use to connect to their surroundings, their scene partner, and their text. All are welcome, but be prepared to move! I 4:00PM – 5:15PM CrossFit Clown Presenter: Matthew Belopavlovich (Patel Conservatory @ Straz Center) Flex your funny bone during this crash course of clown techniques. Condition your character and strengthen your pantomime skills through fast-paced clown and cardio exercises. I

Unpacking the Bard with Laban Presenter: Margaret Buckner (Independent Artist) Using movement-based exercises, you will devise simple staging that is rooted in the text. Allow the body to portray meaning and discover your own personal patterns while playing with classical text. G

This One’s for the Boys: Belting for Males Presenter: Nancy Wolfgang (U of Northern Colorado) Tired of the girls getting all the vocal help? It’s your turn! This class will focus on the musical theatre belt for males. Several attendees will be selected to present songs. Bring sheet music and get ready to work! I 10:30AM – 12:50PM Dance Prep: Preparation, Presentation and Career Planning Presenter: Stephanie Swant (SETC Choreographer) This workshop will demonstrate the dance audition format given at SETC with focus on dancing and career opportunities. I

The Slap and the Fall: Common Sites of Injury in Staged Violence Presenters: Adam Miller-Batteau (U of Texas), Robert Aronowitz (Society of American Fight Directors) Many actors hurt themselves during stage slaps and falls because they seem easy. Having an understanding of the dangers of these actions, actors can advocated for their own well-being.

We’ll take a look at techniques to keep the actor safe. B

How to Fight a Bear: Creating Choreography With Character Presenters: Paul Pharris (Northwestern State U of Louisiana), Andrew Ray (Society of American Fight Directors), Caitlyn Herzlinger (U of Southern Mississippi) Beginner/intermediate stage combatants will focus on creating character before worrying solely about choreography. We’ll look at using defined character traits to help create basic physical stories. B

Musical Theatre: Song and Dance

WEDNESDAY 4:00PM – 5:15PM Sing the Authentic You: Creating a Strong Story in Your Audition Cuts Presenter: Jay White (Kent State U) Bring your audition cuts; by engaging in subtle enhancements to what is provided in the score, explore their strengths in revealing an authentic “you” through the character you’re portraying. G

10:30AM – 11:45AM Partner Characterization: A Text-Free Approach to Building Character Presenter: Bob Shryock (Accademia dell’Arte) Bring a friend or make a new one here! Work through exercises demonstrating that character (and other important dramatic info) doesn’t always come from the script. We’ll also illuminate the creativity of the actor and the value of collaboration. Be prepared to move and play! B

5:30PM – 6:45PM Chekhov’s Imaginary Body and Laban/Bartenieff Principles Presenter: Jennifer Mizenko (The U of Mississippi) We’ll explore Chekhov’s concept of the Imaginary Body and support the physicality of the posture with principles from Laban Movement Analysis. With this support, the actor will be able to bring more life to the chosen Imaginary Body and connect more fully to the physicality. I

Embodying Character Transformation Presenter: Charles Daniel (Dalton State College) Using an outside-in approach to character development, we’ll examine how the body affects mental perspective. Our work will explore several different approaches to this concept including Laban’s Eight Efforts, Lecoq’s 20 Movements and Meyerhold’s Etudes. I The Silent (and Not-So-Silent) Art of Mime Presenter: Bill Bowers (Independent Artist) Get a professional mime’s secrets to creating imaginary objects and telling stories with your whole body. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Dress comfortably, and be prepared to have a blast! G FRIDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Breath, Story and Combat: Activating the Breath in Scenes of Violence Presenters: Adam Miller-Batteau (U of Texas), Bart Williams (Southeast Missouri State U) Actors can employ sound breathing techniques to keep them engaged and relaxed in the action of the scene. Students will learn a simple piece of choreography as we explore how breath can help tell the story of the fight. B 9:00AM – 10:15AM Joining Forces: Contact Improvisation for Everyone Presenters: Todd Fisher (City Arts Drama Center), Christine Fisher (Dance Education By Design) This movement form is based around transferring energy through physical touch and presence. Focus on partnering skills, and increase your physical awareness through guided exercises in a safe, fun atmosphere.

Bring movement clothes! G 10:30AM – 11:45AM Expressive Action: Make Your Performance Come Alive!

Presenters: Kristi Shamburger (Middle Tennessee State U), David Shamburger (Belmont U) Join us as we explore the basic properties of the Expressive Actor Technique developed by Michael Lugering. Come dressed to move! G Harnessing the Power of Effective Suzuki Principles Presenter: Keone Fuqua (William Carey U) Apply basic principles of Suzuki techniques in a “fast food,” express style, geared toward conditioning and harnessing the actor’s emotional and physical power while heightening awareness, focus and strength. G Juggling for Everyone! An Actor’s Juggling Primer Presenter: Sam Wallace (Auburn U at Montgomery) Participants will experience a hands-on introduction to three-ball juggling with equipment provided for all. No experience necessary! G 12:00PM – 12:50PM Movement and Physical Theatre Interest Group Presider: Matthew R. Wilson (SETC Movement & Physical Theatre Chair) An open meet and greet for anyone interested in movement for performers. Come connect with like-minded individuals, learn about new training opportunities, and discuss possibilities for movement workshops at SETC. 1:00PM – 2:15PM All About the Other: Discovering Deeper Connections Presenter: Amy Dunlap (North Greenville U) Focused on monologues, actors can lose sight of where the true magic of theatre happens: truthful connections between two or more human beings. Reconnect with your other in this handson workshop! I Building a Physical Character Presenter: Nathan Allen (Campbellsville U) In this practical and slightly physical workshop, you’ll learn terminology and build upon everyday movements in order to achieve characters that are capable of storytelling without a script. B Continues on Page 7

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FRIDAY 9:00AM – 2:15PM Musical Theatre Coaching Sessions Presiders: Valerie Accetta (SETC Musical Theatre Chair), Nancy Wolfgang (Vice Chair); Accompanist: Ian LeRoy (Creede Repertory Theatre) Professional and college auditionees can sign up for 10-minute slots to work on their audition materials one-on-one with a vocal coach and accompanist.

9:00AM – 10:15AM Broadway Musical Theatre Workshop Presenter: Kristy Cates (New York Film Academy) This Broadway musical theatre workshop will focus on: acting your song while incorporating audition technique; vocal exercises; and how to approach a song as both storyteller and proficient vocalist. Please bring backing tracks on your phone, and be prepared to sing. A Text Yourself: Building Character Through Song Lyric Study Presenters: Carol Dusdieker, Stephen Svoboda (Heidelberg U) Words have POWER. Learn to embrace a depth of character through studying your song lyrics without music. Embrace creativity when facing repetition. Explore dramatic truth when your text and your music don’t agree. Discover the power of punctuation. Bring your enthusiasm and just your lyrics. I 10:30AM – 12:50PM Dance Prep: Preparation, Presentation and Career Planning Presenter: Stephanie Swant (SETC Choreographer) This workshop will demonstrate the dance audition format given at SETC with focus on dancing and career opportunities. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM Simply Sondheim: Navigating the Complexities of a Sondheim Audition Presenter: David Sollish (Belhaven U) Focus on Sondheim-specific auditions and how to deal with the complex literature, both musical and lyrical. I Singing With Style in Musical Theatre Presenter: Edrie Means (Independent Artist; Shenandoah U) Bring your audition book, and volunteer to participate in this workshop for singers who want to learn or fine-tune their singing styles in musical theatre. I

12:00PM – 12:50PM Connecting the Singer and the Actor Presenters: Edrie Means (Independent Artist; Shenandoah U), Susie Pike (Professional Actor) Bring your audition book to work with two professional actors teaming together to provide hands-on and skill-building strategies for song authenticity and connecting the singing voice and acting to enhance your audition and performance. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Musical Theatre Committee Meeting Presiders: Valerie Accetta (SETC Musical Theatre Chair), Nancy Wolfgang (Vice Chair) For all SETC participants who wish to be a part of the SETC Musical Theatre Committee. Bring your ideas and enthusiasm.

4:30PM – 5:45PM Musical Improvisation Presenters: Rex Knowles, Sherry Landrum (Professional Actor Training Program at Chattanooga State) Improvise songs on the spot. Join us for a funfilled workshop exploring song structure and how to express feelings and ideas musically. G 6:00PM – 7:00PM Belting: Effective Technique and Commanding Characters Presenters: Maryann Kyle (U of Mobile), Rachel Black (Emory & Henry College) Singers will explore sensations of effective belting technique, creating one seamless voice top to bottom to eliminate “gear shifts.” Students will integrate those sensations into the everchanging fabric of the character’s emotional journey. A SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Tap Into Rhythmic Play: Percussive Dance Skills Presenter: Annalee Tull (Emory and Henry College) Tap dance is a useful skill to harness for musical theatre. We’ll work our way through basic rhythm skills and learn a short combination. G 10:30AM – 11:45AM African Diasporic Dance Styles of Broadway Presenter: Madia Cooper-Ashirifi (Brenau U) Engage in an exhilarating workshop introducing movement vocabulary showcased in Broadway productions that include “Fela!” and “Once on This Island.” Learn West African/Caribbean dances to garner a deeper understanding of body articulation/expressiveness through the call-and-response narrative. G

Brand Your Talent: Polish the Look, Book the Gig Presenter: Stacy Gaudioso (IT Talent; Matt Davenport Productions; Live On Stage) Get the edge on auditions by fine tuning your image with a professional and polished look.

This interactive workshop is ideal for college students and professionals breaking into the biz! Get professional makeup tips with a live demo and discuss attire, headshots and branding tips. G #TempoTalk: Your Book, Your Cuts and the Audition Accompanist Presenter: Beth Burrier (Baldwin Wallace U) Get ideas on how to set up an audition book, mark cuts, and talk to an audition accompanist.

Bring your book to get feedback on your cuts and practice working with an experienced accompanist. For everyone interested in music theatre auditions. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Fasten Your SeatBELT: The Basics of Belting Presenter: Justin Moniz (Millikin U) Fasten your seatBELT for this high intensity exploration of the fundamentals of healthy belting within the contemporary musical theatre and pop/rock styles. G Shadowbox Live Information Session and Rock Vocal Workshop Presenter: Stacie Boord (Shadowbox Live) Learn more about Shadowbox Live and the rock vocal genre; prepare a verse/chorus of a rock song for a vocal masterclass opportunity. G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Song Spotting: Lyric Writing for Musical Theater Presenter: Violet Saylor (National Theater Institute) Through a series of writer’s sprints and song analyses, students learn how to spot a song within given text – and within themselves.

Join this beginning class to create new work for musical theater and write a song by the end of class! G

Musical Theatre Coaching Sessions Look throughout the schedule for multiple opportunities to sign up for a 10-minute slot to fine-tune your prepared audition piece.

WOR KSHOP S K I L L L E V E L S : G - General; B - Basic; I - Intermediate; A - Advanced; PDS - Professional Development Series

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Pedagogy Across Disciplines

FRIDAY CONTINUED 4:30PM – 5:45PM Freedom and Inspired Connection: Linking Breath and Movement Presenters: Roxanne Wellington (Southeast Missouri State U), Lynnae Lehfeldt (Oakland U) Based on the work of Trish Arnold, this movement-based exploration focuses on using stretches and swings to free the body and breath as well as connecting breath to movement. Wear clothes you can move in, and come play! B

Calling educators across all levels and disciplines! This collection of workshops offers invaluable tools for educators and, ultimately, their students.

Remember to take advantage of SETC as an opportunity to receive Continuing Education Units or professional development credits. Contact your local education agency or fine arts coordinator in your county to find out what you need to qualify, and reach out to the SETC Central Office if you have questions. See Page 2 for our 14th Annual Teachers Institute.

Movement & Physical Theatre

6:00PM – 7:00PM Connections and Intersections of Laban and M. Chekhov Presenter: Tiza Garland (U of Florida) An exploration of the connections and intersections of Michael Chekhov work and Laban Movement Analysis. For movement coaches and acting teachers. A, PDS SATURDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM Yoga, Meditation and Self-Care to Shed Character Presenter: J. Ariadne Calvano (U of Louisville) Self-care approaches such as meditation and yoga can shed character energy, help you exit the world of the play, and provide a process for release after strenuous actor-training sessions. I 9:00AM – 10:15AM Do Less! Acting and the Alexander Technique Presenter: Laura Matthews (Virginia Commonwealth U) Come learn how acting and the Alexander Technique go hand in hand! This workshop will explore how thought influences the body, and how to say no to unnecessary tension and actor quirks. The result is a natural actor, ready to perform. Bring a yoga mat for more comfort. B

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Exploring Elements: Qualities of Movement and Neutral Mask Presenter: Lynnae Lehfeldt (Oakland U) Participants will explore Michael Chekhov’s qualities of movement (molding, flowing, flying and radiating). After finding a deep individual connection with their bodies and the elements, small groups of actors will explore the elements (earth, water, air and fire) using neutral mask.

Dress to move. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM Enhance Your Performance With Locomotion Presenter: Cody Willets (Lake Norman Charter) Performers, directors and coaches of all levels are invited to explore the idea that a compelling performance event is created through precise choices about movement through space. Dress to move. G

WEDNESDAY 4:00PM – 5:15PM Movement Playground: Teachers Teaching Teachers (and Everyone Else!)

Presenter: Matthew R. Wilson (SETC Movement & Physical Theatre Chair) Open to all, this is an opportunity to play with diverse approaches to teaching movement for performers. Come prepared to learn, interact and – if you like – share. Come play! G 7:00PM – 8:15PM How to Prepare the Audition: A Conversation With the Professional Division Presenters: Mark Catlett (Disney Parks Live Entertainment), Matt Davenport (Matt Davenport Productions), Ginger Poole (Mill Mountain Theatre) High school- and U-level educators are invited to ask questions and hear industry trends about the current audition circuit and job market. Hosted by SETC’s Professional Division. G THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM KCACTF Region 4 Revealed: Structure, Operations and Opportunities Presenter: Joel Williams (KCACTF Region 4, Appalachian State U) The Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival continues to evolve and provide opportunities for faculty and students in all aspects of theatre production and performance. Come explore the possibilities and new programs that the festival has to offer. I

10:30AM – 11:45AM Evoking Character: The Walks of the Suzuki Method of Actor Training Presenter: Matt Saltzberg (Salisbury U) Get to know the “walks” – one of the forms of the Suzuki Method, a physically rigorous training developed by Japanese director Tadashi Suzuki.

Come ready to work in socks or in bare feet, and be prepared to sweat! B

Juggling 101: Juglito Ergo Sum, the Revenge Presenter: Michael Williams (Southern Union State CC) For the fourth year at SETC! This workshop is intended for those who want to learn the foundation to this art: the three ball cascade.

Equipment is provided, but space is limited due to falling objects. Juglito ergo sum: I juggle, therefore I am. B

Foreign Language/Movement: Exploration in Language and Physical Response Presenter: Catherine Webster (Texas Tech U) Have you ever wondered how to keep your performances fresh? Through practice-based research, we will investigate the body’s capacity for spontaneous and impulse-driven movement as a result of texts, both familiar and unfamiliar.

All ages and abilities are welcome. G

No Nose Knows Shows: Casual Clowning in Standard Performance Presenter: Aaron Gotlieb (Georgia State U Perimeter College) Use basic clowning techniques to enhance auditions, cold reads and standard performances. Come ready to move. No nose needed. B

1:00PM – 2:15PM From College to Career: Mentoring Through the Transition Presenter: Carolyn Conn (Stephen F. Austin State U) Challenge students to be vigilant about career prep throughout the college (or high school) experience. This will highlight the creation of a digital database made available to students to work towards career preparation on their own time. I

Using Intent and Imagery to Explore Contemporary Non-Realism Presenter: Slade Billew (Stephen F. Austin State U) Using exercises derived from Chinese Martial Arts, the Suzuki Method and Butoh, we’ll explore how actors can apply imagery and intent work to engage with and perform contemporary nonrealist texts. I

4:00PM – 5:15PM Teaching Production Management Presenters: Melissa Johnston, Ryan Kirk (Propared) Production management is more important than ever as shows grow in complexity, and students are clamoring for this education. This round-table discussion is for faculty who are interested in discussing education for PMs in universities and better supporting career-minded students. A

12:00PM – 12:50PM Discovering Character Through Energy Centers Presenter: Paul Hurley (Kent State U) All human behavior is contained in one of three categories: the mental, the feeling and the vital.

Learn to create dynamic characters through the exploration of these energy centers. B

Playwriting Whether you’re looking for generative exercises to jumpstart a new script or you’re ready take the next steps to produce and publish your work, playwrights of all levels will find helpful workshops here. Don’t forget your notebook! And don’t miss the chance to see and support new work by playwrights from around the region in “Playwright’s Corner” and the staged readings of this year’s Getchell New Play Contest and Ready to Publish Award winners.

THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Artist as Entrepreneur: How to Produce Your Own Work Presenter: Emily Emerson (High Point U) This workshop is designed to take playwrights and producers through the steps of producing your own work, from crowdfunding to contracts.

We’ll discuss how to best connect with your fundraising audience, market your play and create interest. A Playwriting Interest Group Presiders: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair), Joe Frost (Vice Chair) Annual meeting of playwrights and others interested in creating, producing and performing new plays.

10:30AM – 11:45AM Writing Adaptations: An Easy Workshop on Gaining Perspective Presenter: Elizabeth Kirkland (The U of Alabama) Sometimes all we need is a little perspective.

In this small-group story sharing workshop, we’ll explore an easy way to write an adaptation. B 1:00PM – 2:15PM The Farm Theater College Collaboration: Students and New Play Development Presenters: Jennifer Goff, Matthew Hallock (Centre College), David Charles (Rollins College), Padraic Lillis (The Farm Theater), Maegan Azar (Furman U) Representatives from The Farm Theater and this year’s three collaborating colleges will reflect on the process of developing Kimberly Belflower’s new play. G Write a Play Right Away Presenter: Marty Lynch (Eureka College) A commedia dell’arte scenario will be used to prompt participants to create a script which will be read aloud. Be prepared to witness the most important script ever written. Useful for introducing playwriting to students and fun for anyone interested in playwriting. G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Playwriting Aerobics: Focused Writing Exercises Presenter: Doug Grissom (U of Virginia) Use spontaneous writing to unlock creativity, discover new ways of working, and generate ideas for further development. B 4:30PM – 6:00PM Ready to Publish Reading: “Anthropology Lesson” by J. Harvey Stone Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair) Enjoy a reading of SETC and Stage Right’s 2018 Ready to Publish Award winner.

Synopsis: While the streets outside the Stonewall Inn are set ablaze, a small Appalachian mining town goes through its own quieter turmoil. “Anthropology Lesson” explores the lives of “roommates” Thomas and Douglas during the summer of 1969. As the play unfolds, the two mens’ lives are turned upside down while a principal, a mother, and a student all come to terms with their own sets of truths.

7:00PM – 10:00PM Getchell New Play Open Rehearsal Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair) Join us for an open rehearsal for the reading of “The Other Half” by Mark Cornell, winner of SETC’s 2019 Charles M. Getchell New Play Contest.

FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Playwriting With the Bard: Avoiding Sentimentality Through “King Lear” Presenter: David Schwingle (Bob Jones U) Together, we’ll examine how Shakespeare resisted the popular trend of sentimental and too-easy reconciliation in his masterpiece “King Lear.” This creative workshop will explore Shakespeare’s own creative process and give writers a jump-start toward completing their own new and powerful play. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Tips for Aspiring Screenwriters Presenter: Charles Pogue (Independent Artist) Want to create a professional, tight, nuanced script? Discuss various tips and tricks of the trade with a professional screenwriter of over 35 years whose major motion picture credits include “The Fly,” “Dragonheart,” “Psycho III,” “D.O.A” and several Sherlock Holmes films. G Tips for Submitting Your Plays Presenter: Nancy Gall-Clayton (Playwright) Get 14 concrete tips for maximizing a playwright’s chance for success when sending a script to a theatre or contest. G Writing the Impossible Presenter: Tom DeTitta (World Communities Theater) Of his 11 commissions, most were unlikely plays. Tom DeTitta made the story of a suicidal poet into the state play of Georgia. He wrote about Andersonville Prison and won a fellowship.

This workshop finds art in the impossible. B 1:00PM – 2:15PM Playwright’s Corner Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair) The Playwriting Interest Group will be presenting staged readings of short works by playwright from around the region.

4:30PM – 5:45PM Making a Small Musical: From Page to Stage Presenters: Roger Bean (Stage Rights), Gayla Morgan (A Dog Story, The Musical), Michael Roberts, Charlie Schulman (Goldstein: A Musical About Family), Jonathan Brielle (Himself and Nora) Writers of intimate Off-Broadway musicals share their creative processes and offer firsthand experience of how they took their ideas from the page to the stage. Q&A session included. G Workshopping Plays With Authors on the Spectrum Presenters: Dillon Rouse, DayDay Robinson (Texas Tech U) Employ neutral communication techniques from a workshop used in Texas Tech Theatre & Dance’s WildWind Performance Lab to help give proper feedback to playwrights who are on the spectrum. B

4:30PM – 6:00PM Ready to Publish Reading: 2019 Winner Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair) Enjoy a reading of SETC and Stage Right’s 2019 Ready to Publish Award winner.

The winning play and playwright will be announced soon. See the 10 finalists at www.setc.org/ready-to-publish.

7:00PM – 10:00PM Getchell New Play Reading: “The Other Half” by Mark Cornell Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair); Respondent: Craig Pospisil (Dramatists Play Service) Enjoy the staged reading of “The Other Half”

by Mark Cornell, winner of SETC’s 2019 Charles M. Getchell New Play Contest. An in-depth response session and critique immediately follows.

Synopsis: “The Other Half” is a love story. It centers around Michelle, a tough but damaged young woman, and her relationship to identical twins, one of whom she falls in love with. Set in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains in Placerville, California, the play tells its story jumping backwards and forwards over a six-year period.

Learn more at www.setc.org/getchell SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM The __________ Monologues: Fill in the Blank and Write Your Own Hit Play Presenter: Stuart Stelly (Penn State York) This workshop provides writers and performers with instruction and practice in creating a full-length play of linked monologues. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM Ten-Minute Plays: It’s a Small World After All Presenters: David Beach (Radford U), Laura King (Gordon State College), Kimberly Patterson (Oxbridge Academy), Lauren Ellis (Hollins U) Ten-minute plays give us glimpses into complex worlds and can also bring new people to the theatre tribe. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM I Wrote a Play! So Now What?

Presenter: Roger Bean (Stage Rights) Learn practical ways to give legs to your play.

What happens after closing night? Get to know the ins and outs of touring, publishing and licensing. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM Playwright’s Corner Presider: Darren Michael (SETC Playwriting Chair) The Playwriting Interest Group will be presenting staged readings of short works by playwright from around the region.

4:00PM – 5:15PM Collaborative Playwriting Presenter: Josh Hartwell (Curious Theatre Company; BETC; Denver Center) A laid-back conversation about writing collaboratively will lead into helpful hands-on writing exercises. I 2018 Exhibit Hall, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

5:30PM – 6:45PM KCACTF Respondent Training: Speaking to Young Artists (Part 1) Presenter: Joel Williams (KCACTF Region 4 Chair, Appalachian State U) The heart of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival is the production response. Learn to speak openly and honestly with young artists; combine truth with tact. I One New Play a Season: A Forum on Guest Artist Programs Presenter: Tom DeTitta (World Communities Theater) This session provides a model for guest artist programs that create new plays and leave a lasting footprint at the school and in the community, while providing students unique opportunities.

Departments who have had guest artists and residency programs are encouraged to attend and contribute. I FRIDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Reinventing the Curriculum Wheel: Changing Times and Students Presenters: Casey Watkins, Rob Berls (U of North Carolina Asheville) A round-table discussion of designing a theatre department’s curriculum in an ever-changing and budget-crunched world. G, PDS 12:00PM – 12:50PM Associated Colleges of the South Meet and Greet Presider: Jennifer Matthews (Sewanee: U of the South) A meet and greet for college educators and program chairs who are member schools in the Associated Colleges of the South. Brainstorm collaborations, and to get to know each other. A Small Theatre Support Group Presider: Kim Miller (SETC Small Theatre Program Chair) Small theatre programs of three or fewer faculty encounter unique challenges that larger programs may not face. Share your experiences and solutions with those who face problems similar to your own. Discover that you are NOT ALONE! G 1:00PM – 2:15PM 9 Before IX: Women’s Voices as One-Person “Informance” Presenter: Francene Kirk (Fairmont State U) This session illustrates how a women’s oral history project became a performance that is part personal journey, part character monologues, and part applied pedagogy. Don’t miss seeing the show in SETC’s Fringe Festival (Page 1)! I Painting and Light: Examining Light Interpretation in Fine Art Presenter: Bridget Williams (Interlochen Center for the Arts) Geared toward educators who wish to help guide their students through the design previsualization process. Examine the ways in which fine artists use light in their work, and start to see how this can influence a lighting design and aid in the communication process with other collaborators. A, PDS 6:00PM – 7:00PM Advances in Pedagogical Approaches to Character Development Presenters: Lesley-Ann Timlick (Florida International U), Kim Shively (Elon U), Kevin Otos (Elon U), Lionel Walsh (U of Windsor) This session explores the integration of master teachers’ pedagogical approaches to character development and will illuminate fresh perspectives through exercises and robust discussion. G SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Secondary School Interest Group Presiders: Elaine Malone (SETC Secondary School Division Chair), Cody Willets (Vice Chair) Annual meeting for anyone interested in the field of secondary school teaching.

Scholarships ________________________________

Free Money for Students SETC is proud to help those pursuing an education in theatre.

Applications are now open for the following scholarships: For Graduate Study: Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship Leighton M. Ballew Directing Scholarship Marian A. Smith Costume Scholarship Robert Porterfield Scholarship William E. Wilson Scholarship For Undergraduate Study: Polly Holliday Scholarship Secondary School Scholarship

For detailed information and more award opportunities, visit www.setc.org/scholarships-awards.

12:00PM – 12:50PM Let’s Talk! Share Ideas and Strategies for Successful Musical Programs Presenter: Susan Pike (Independent Artist & Educator) Explore how the musical can enrich and refine your students’ understanding of theatrical style.

See samples of forms and procedures for the educator that will aid the student in the “how to” tools for successful musical presentations. A, PDS Teaching Stage Management Presenters: Stacy Blackburn (Lindenwood U), Jen Lane (Samford U), Patricia Crotty (Florida School of the Arts), Cherrie Sciro (Louisiana Tech U), Karen Baker (U of Alabama Huntsville) This round-table discussion will offer ideas on how and what to teach budding stage managers in a high school or college classroom setting. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM Developing Voice and Speech Curricula Presenters: Erica Hughes, Taylor Bosta (Virginia Commonwealth U), Rebecca Covey (Florida International U), Stacey Cabaj (Loyola Marymount U) This moderated panel discussion with Q&A on developing a voice and speech curriculum is great for university and high school instructors, as well as professionals. A, PDS KCACTF Respondent Training: Speaking to Young Artists (Part 2) Presenter: Joel Williams (KCACTF Region 4, Appalachian State U) After attending Part 1 (Thursday, 5:30PM) and a Community Theatre Festival production, let’s discuss your perceptions and practice a response or two within the group. I Staging Intimacy in Education Presenters: Laura Rikard (U of Miami), Kate Busselle (U of Missouri-Mizzou), Chelsea Pace (U of Maryland Baltimore) Founders of Theatre Intimacy Education will discuss practices, methodologies and guidelines for dealing with scenes of intimacy, nudity and sexual violence in the academic arena. Panelists will offer pedagogical practices for classroom scene work, rehearsal guidelines, and tips for choreography. G Strange Bed Fellows: Theatrical Ideal vs. Industry Reality Presenters: Darren Michael, Talon Beeson (Austin Peay State U) Training theatre artists – is that what we really do? There is no denying the industry is changing.

You can fight it or embrace it. This is an honest discussion of what theatre instructors and practitioners do to prepare themselves and their students for an ever-changing entertainment landscape. B Teaching Stagecraft and Design to Grades 5–12 Presenters: Mike Morin, Owen-Beyer Raven (Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School), Liz Whalen (The Galloway School) A panel discussion that addresses teaching elements of design such as scenic, lighting, sound and costume as well as stagecraft, sewing and carpentry to students ranging from fifth grade to high school seniors. B

Religion and Theatre Delve into the many ways faith and religion intersect with theatre scholarship, artistry, storytelling approaches, acting methodologies and more.

THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Theatrical Imagination in the Bible: Acting Before the Greeks Presenter: R. Cliff Thompson (FreedHardeman U) Before Aeschylus, there was Ezekiel. The Old and New Testaments contain multiple examples that resemble many western theatre forms. What can these examples of “dramatic imitation” teach us today? How might these examples inspire the believer artist? Discussion and performance featured. B FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Jesus Christ . . . Superstar? Broadway Musicals Through a Christian Worldview Presenter: David Sollish (Belhaven U) Do Christians and, moreover, Christianity have a place in the contemporary world of the Broadway musical? Let’s discuss. G 10:30AM – 11:45AM Islam and Theatre: The Dynamic Expression of a Rich Culture and Faith Presenter: Tim Matheny (Mississippi State U) Let’s discuss the history, creativity and unique coexistence of theatre in Islamic cultures around the world. We’ll examine conservative Islamic opposition to traditional theatre expression and how some cultures adapted theatre practices to an acceptable form. B 12:00PM – 12:50PM Actor’s Identity: How to Be Genuine in a World Full of Fakes Presenter: Amy Dunlap (North Greenville U) What is our true identity in Christ? Actors have a bad rap – the word “hypocrite” comes from the Greek word for actor! But integrity is important, both in work and faith. Join in an open discussion about the pitfalls of this profession and learn strategies for remaining true to yourself. G

1:00PM – 2:15PM Theatre Creation: Genesis as a Model in the Devising Process of “Ezekiel” Presenter: Joe Frost (Belhaven U) This workshop will present the Biblical model of creation from Genesis as the format for creating a new work in a devised theatre process, using as an example the development of the show “Ezekiel” presented at Belhaven U in 2018. G 6:00PM – 7:00PM Empowering Theatre Artists as Faith-Filled Servants Presenter: Tenika Dye Burgess (Volunteer State CC) It’s possible to merge your passion for theatre with religious faith! Learn applied theatre techniques that will inspire you to serve communities you care about. G 7:15PM – 8:30PM Christians in Theatre Arts (CITA) Networking Session Presider: Joe Frost (Belhaven U) This annual gathering of CITA is an opportunity for Christians at SETC to meet and network.

SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Hell Houses, Judgment Houses and More: Non-Traditional Religious Theatre Presenter: Sam Wallace (Auburn U at Montgomery) We’ll explore the fastest growing segment of religious theatre in the nation, namely Scaremare, Hell Houses and Judgment Houses. This AV presentation will introduce the non-traditional means of converting non-believers and non-churchgoers through the magic of theatre. B 12:00PM – 12:50PM Religion & Theatre Interest Group Presider: Scott Hayes (SETC Religion & Theatre Chair) Calling all students, educators and professionals who are interested in the intersection of faith and theatre. This is our opportunity to discuss potential topics of interest for future conventions.

PLEASE NOTE: Dates and times are subject to change. Check the convention program and Sched app for final scheduling and locations.

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Special Events

Stage Management

Celebrate, network and socialize. Some events require tickets; be sure to pre-reserve when you register for the convention.

Stage managers will encounter creative solutions and helpful technology for getting the many facets of your job done. Explore the unique challenges involved with stage managing new works and immersive theatre. Learn how to take your skills abroad, outdoors or to Broadway. And don’t forget to join in the fun at the annual Stage Management Games.

WEDNESDAY 4:30PM – 5:15PM SETC Orientation: Navigate Next 3½ Days Get an overview of the events that make up the 2019 SETC Convention and receive personal guidance on how to get the most of the programming based on YOUR interests.

5:30PM – 7:00PM Disney Cocktail Reception for Professional Theatre Reps & Convention Presenters Special reception for presenters and professional company reps. Invite only.

Sponsored by Disney Theatrical Group 8:00PM – 9:30PM Design/Tech Mixer All techies and designers who work or study in any aspect of technical theatre or design are welcome. Snacks and cash bar.

Sponsored by InterAmerica Stage, Point Source Audio, 1st Street Music & Sound and 4Wall Entertainment Lighting THURSDAY 4:30PM – 7:00PM Beer Break Stroll the Exhibit Hall while enjoying a refreshment. Sponsored by Philips Entertainment Lighting FRIDAY 12:30PM – 2:00PM Friday Lunch Join us for lunch! Lunch includes door prizes and reserved seating for the Friday keynote.

Pre-reserved ticket required ($20 each).

Sponsored by the 10 state organizations of SETC 3:45PM – 4:30PM Commercial Exhibitor Showcase Stroll the aisles and visit the Exhibitors! Gather expertise, ideas and inspiration; check out the newest products and services in the industry.

Sponsored by Hollins Exposition Services 4:30PM – 5:45PM All-State Meeting and Social Get together with members of your home state and of the other nine Southeastern states for a combined meeting and social gathering. Cash bar.

6:00PM – 7:00PM College and University Interest Meeting/Mixer Meet and network with others who understand the day-to-day challenges of making college theatre programs happen. Snacks and cash bar.

Sponsored by Barbizon Lighting Company 7:15PM – 8:30PM National Meeting Alpha Psi Omega/Delta Psi Omega Annual business meeting of the National Theatre Honor Societies APO and DPO. Members from all chapters and faculty sponsors are encouraged to attend and network.

8:00PM – 9:30PM Design/Tech Awards Ceremony Presiders: Neno Russell (SETC Design/Tech Chair), Matthew Leckenbusch, Emily Strickland (Vice Chairs), Justin Reed, Allison Steadman (Coordinators) Join the design/technical community to celebrate the achievements of all Design Competition award winners. Open to all. Cash bar.

SATURDAY 6:30PM – 7:30PM High School Theatre Festival Recognition Ceremony Awards start here!

7:00PM – 8:00PM Community Theatre Division Meeting and Recognition Ceremony Presider: Tom Booth (SETC Community Theatre Division Chair), Lynn Nelson (Vice Chair) Awards sponsored by Dramatists Play Service and SETC. President’s Reception Everyone is welcome! SETC President Jeff Gibson hosts the annual pre-banquet cocktail hour. Cash bar.

8:00PM – 10:00PM Banquet Gala: 70th Annual Award Ceremony An evening of comradery, dinner, celebration and awards! Pre-reserved ticket required ($32 each).

10:00PM – 12:00AM Banquet Afterparty Dance Dance the night away immediately following the banquet with music provided by DJ “Ya Boi Boi” Robert Lewis. A favorite of convention attendees.

2018 Design/Tech Mixer, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

Theatre for Young Audiences This year, we’re pleased to welcome Tim Webb, co-founder of Oily Cart which is widely acclaimed for innovative approaches to creating theatre for the very young, young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities, young people on the autism spectrum, and young people who are deaf/blind. In addition to leading the Teachers Institute (Page 2) and presenting a masterclass (see below), Webb joins Star Center Children’s Theatre’s Rhonda Wilson as a festival respondent. Don’t miss hearing their insights in Thursday’s Festival Critique and Saturday’s Theatre for Youth Forecast. See Page 2 for information on this year’s festival performances.

WEDNESDAY 4:00PM – 5:00PM Theatre for Youth Festival Orientation Presiders: Laura Byland (Festival Chair); Production Manager: Chad McDonald (Cookeville Performing Arts Center) Meeting for all Theatre for Youth Festival participants.

5:30PM – 6:45PM Producing a TYA Adaptation: From Page to Stage in Nine Months Presenter: Kody Jones (Florida Repertory Theatre) This workshop chronicles Florida Repertory Theatre’s recent TYA premiere of “Refugee” by Eric Coble – explaining a tricky process that includes choosing the text and creative team, working with the author and adapter, and setting up contracts to casting and marketing an original TYA adaptation. I THURSDAY 4:00PM – 5:15PM Theatre for Youth Festival Critique Presider: Laura Byland (Festival Chair); Respondents: Tim Webb (Oily Cart), Rhonda Wilson (Star Center Children’s Theatre) Response session for this year’s festival performances.

7:30PM – 9:30PM Theatre for Youth Reception Presider: Riley Braem (SETC Theatre for Youth Division Chair) If your focus is theatre for youth, please plan to attend. Sponsored by Dramatic Publishing FRIDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Writing Plays for Young People: Know Your Market Presenter: Laura King (Gordon State College) This session for playwrights who are considering writing for young audiences will cover types of theatre for young audiences, the characteristics of youth plays, practical considerations when writing for this demographic, and youth play submission opportunities. B

2018 Stage Management Games Winners Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

THURSDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM New Technology for Stage Managers Presenter: Shawn Paul Evans (Washington and Lee U) A discussion and demonstration of some of the latest technology available that makes it easier to do your job as a stage manager – from hardware and equipment to software and web applications. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM Basics of Stage Management: What Beginners Need to Know Presenter: Russell Luke (Freelance Stage Manager/Director) Discuss the basic characteristics that make for good stage managers and assistant stage managers. B 12:00PM – 12:50PM Cue Calling in a Modern World Presenter: Jeffery Cochran (Oklahoma City U) A stage manager can organize productions in various notations. We’ll discuss calling options including scores, counts, time and movement.

In addition, we’ll evaluate the evolution of stage management books in digital media. I 1:00PM – 2:15PM Stage Managing Outdoor Theatre Presenters: Jen Lane (U of Montevallo), Shawn Paul Evans (Washington and Lee U), Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager) All stage managers know anticipation and organization are the keys to a successful production.

But what happens when you take the usual challenges and add lightning, rain, insects, critters and extreme temperatures? Come discuss the fun of stage managing in the great outdoors! B

Voice and Speech Presenters offer tips and practices to help you connect voice to movement, speak with confidence, and discover the joys of dialect work.

Look for multiple opportunities to learn about the voice-over industry, energize your vocal performance, and have fun with Shakespeare.

THURSDAY 12:00PM – 12:50PM Go, Make You Ready: Voice, Text and Presence for the Actor Presenter: David Schwingle (Bob Jones U) This up-on-your-feet workout serves as a brief introduction to Patsy Rodenburg’s core training for actors and speakers. We’ll explore how body, breath and presence make the actor ready to truly connect with a text and an audience. I

2017 SETC Theatre for Youth Festival, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, Jr., Little Aggies Theatre

4:30PM – 5:45PM Theatre for Youth Divisional Meeting Presider: Riley Braem (SETC Theatre for Youth Division Chair) Annual meeting of SETC’s Theatre for Youth Division. This meeting, discussion and planning session is open to all individuals connected with high schools, youth theatre or training programs.

SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Theatre for Youth Forecast Presider: Riley Braem (SETC Theatre for Youth Division Chair); Respondents: Tim Webb (Oily Cart), Rhonda Wilson (Star Center Children’s Theatre) Respondents discuss innovations and interesting issues in the field of theatre for young audiences. G 10:30AM – 12:50PM Masterclass With Tim Webb: The Oily Cart’s Multi-Sensory and Interactive Theatre for the Very Young and for People With Complex Disabilities Attendees must pre-register online. The first 20 registrants will be chosen to actively participate.

Please visit www.setc.org/multi-sensory for more information.

1:00PM – 2:15PM Speaking With Skill: Intro to Knight-Thompson Speechwork (KTS) Presenters: Ryan Long (Mount Vernon Nazarene U), Terry Tocantins (U of Louisville) Learn about KTS, a skills-based approach to speech and accent training for actors that emphasizes developing the speaker’s detailed awareness of and engagement with the precise actions that make up speech. B 4:00PM – 5:15PM Dialects: An Inroad to Character and Connection!

Presenter: Linda Brennan (American Academy of Dramatic Arts) Dialects help realize our characters. Get tricks of the trade to connect with character dialect dialogue quickly, accurately and joyfully! G 5:30PM – 6:45PM Authentic Voice: The Work of Patsy Rodenburg Presenter: Arielle Haller-Silverstone (Michael Howard Studios) Learn more about Patsy Rodenburg’s fundamental voice and speech work, tailored specifically for actors to empower their authentic voices for theatre, film and television. G

7:00PM – 11:00PM Stage Management Games Presiders: Shawn Paul Evans (Washington and Lee U), Patricia Crotty (Florida School of the Arts at St. Johns River State College) In this friendly and fun competition, stage managers compete in a round-robin set of timed, high-speed events that include: writing cues, recording blocking, taking line notes, taping a plan and checking presets.

The top three competitors will advance to a finalist round of calling cues from a prepared script. Members who want to compete will need to report to the Games at 6:30PM to sign up on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsored by EmptySpace Technology FRIDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Stage Managers and the Five Elements of Budgeting Presenter: Matthew Miller (Temple U) Everything stage managers do to get productions from the page to the stage intertwines with the five elements of budgeting. Learn how to anticipate, plan, adapt and balance the logistics of a show. That includes: communications, reports, schedules, venues and people. I Stage Manager’s Guide to Floor Taping Presenters: Anne Carncross, Elana Deutch, Emma Cook, Nathanael Tria, Amiee Greco, Rebecca Nelson, Noelle Horldt, Julie McCracken, Joseph Herrera (Florida Gulf Coast U) Beginner stage managers will learn how to read a ground plan in order to tape out the scenery for rehearsals. Participants will use scale rulers, learn how to take measurements, plot points, and put tape on the floor to create accurate rehearsal references. I 10:30AM – 11:45AM Stage Managing on Broadway Presenter: Claudia Lynch (U of Central Florida) This presentation and Q&A session is focused on students, faculty and early-career stage managers who are interested in working on Broadway. We’ll share stories, examples and materials (paperwork, call scripts, etc.) from Broadway musical productions. I

Voice and Speech Interest Group Presiders: Stacey Cabaj (SETC Voice & Speech Chair), Rebecca Covey (Vice Chair) Annual meeting for anyone interested in voice and speech to discuss topics of interest to the membership.

FRIDAY 8:00AM – 8:50AM The Thousand O’s of Shakespeare: An Exploration in Sound Presenter: Ian Andersen (Valdosta State U) Focusing on Shakespeare’s ubiquitous use of ecphonesis, students will explore sound in order to unlock a stronger connection to character and intention – demystifying Shakespeare through personal and immediate connection. I 9:00AM – 10:15AM Flying Scots Boot Camp: A Whole Body Approach to Dialect Acquisition Presenter: Bart Williams (Southeast Missouri State U) A Scots dialect is more than copying the guy on the original Star Trek. Most contemporary plays out of the U.K. are increasingly calling for regional U.K. dialects. How can you better harness your Scot and create unique characters without fearing dialectic inconsistency? G 10:30AM – 11:45AM Applying Linklater to Shakespeare: Breath, Thought and Imagery Presenters: Derek Gagnier (Appalachian State U), Mia Self (NC State U) Bring along your favorite Shakespeare monologue, or use one of ours. We’ll help you with those long phrases where you run out of breath! I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Chakra Vocal Work and Meditation: Warming Up While Zenning Out Presenter: Matthew Ferrell (Winthrop U) Unwind while learning how chakras can help in voice work, character building, show warm ups, and overall stress reduction. Come prepared to make sound, and stay for a guided chakra meditation. G 1:00PM – 2:15PM The 10 Hellos: An Approach to Beginning Blank Verse Presenter: Christopher Marino (U of North Carolina Wilmington) Discover a process for introducing variation in what is a seemingly dogmatic iambic form.

This process tricks students into playing with variation and handling the dreaded “O” in Shakespeare. B

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2018 Theatre Job Fair, Photo by Porfirio Solorzano

1:00PM – 2:15PM QLab for Stage Managers Presenter: Shawn Paul Evans (Washington and Lee U) Learn how to leverage and control QLab sequencing software as a stage manager in rehearsals and in performance. QLab can control audio, video, lighting and many other elements through midi and network control. I 4:30PM – 5:45PM Putting Together the Big Puzzle: Stage Management Paperwork Presenter: Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager) The stage management team’s paperwork can inform many departments. I 6:00PM – 7:00PM Creative Solutions for Stage Managers Presenters: Stacy Blackburn (Lindenwood U), Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager), George Hamrah (Orlando Shakespeare), Jen Lane (Samford U), Cherrie Sciro (Louisiana Tech U), Karen Baker (U of Alabama Huntsville) Have a question about something happening in rehearsals or performances? Need help with a tricky personality? Come ask an Equity stage manager for advice! A 7:15PM – 8:30PM Stage Management Across the Pond Presenters: Karen Baker (U of Alabama Huntsville), Ian Evans (Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama) Two stage managers – one from the U.S. and one from the U.K. – discuss the similarities and differences one might encounter when working abroad. I SATURDAY 10:30AM – 11:45AM Giving the Go: An Introduction to Getting Cues From Page to Stage Presenters: Katie Goodwin, Darren Levin (Middle Tennessee State U) Bring a pencil to practice both recording a designer’s cues in a stage manager’s script and verbalizing cues in a sample script. Best for beginning stage managers and lighting/sound/video designers. B Stage Management: There’s an App for That!

Presenters: Ken White (U of North Carolina Greensboro), Shawn Paul Evans (Washington and Lee U), Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager) A panel discussion and demonstration of our favorite apps and web solutions for use in theatre with a particular emphasis on affordable solutions for the stage management team. B 1:00PM – 2:15PM Stage Management Committee Meeting Presider: Stacy Blackburn (SETC Stage Management Chair), Karen Baker (Vice Chair) All SETC members interested in stage management are welcome.

4:00PM – 5:15PM Stage Managing New Works Presenters: Jen Lane (U of Montevallo), Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager), Jerre Brisky (U of West Florida) Explore the unique needs of a new play or musical from the point of view of the stage manager. Learn how to organize and communicate rewrites, work with playwrights, contribute to the new play production process, and more. I

4:30PM – 5:45PM Put Your Acting Into Animation and Beyond Presenter: Deborah Stone (Silverstone Productions, LLC) Ever think about what it takes to be a voice-over character in a film or animated series? Then this workshop is for you! B 6:00PM – 7:00PM Vocal Gesture: It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It Presenters: Jesse Graham (Troy U), Roxanne Wellington (Southeast Missouri State U) This nontraditional warm-up is a fun way to awaken body, voice and sense of play that will challenge your communication skills. Inspired by the teachings of Grotowski, KTS and Michael Chekhov. G SATURDAY 9:00AM – 10:15AM Unlocking Character: Exploration of the Vocal Resonators Presenter: Lynnae Lehfeldt (Oakland U) After a thorough Linklater warm-up, we’ll explore Shakespearean text in each resonator allowing the connection of that part of the voice to influence the delivery – finding greater truth and variety. One-minute memorized Shakespearean monologue required. I 12:00PM – 12:50PM Speak Easy: Releasing With Ease and Expression Presenter: Kimberly Willard (U of Pikeville; Jenny Wiley Theatre) This session will employ Linklater voice work and Alexander relaxation technique to identify and eliminate the tensions and obstacles common to those who speak publicly – actors, presenters, educators . . . anyone who must express thought clearly, passionately and freely. G 4:00PM – 5:15PM Introduction to Voice-Over Performance Presenter: Tom Alsip (Oklahoma State U) Learn about this growing field, and gain handson experience performing voice-over copy. B

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71st Annual SETC Convention

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4:00PM – 5:15PM What Does It Mean to Be an Assistant Stage Manager?

Presenter: Jeffery Cochran (Oklahoma City U) You’re now an assistant stage manager. What next? This is an in-depth look at the expectations of a professional assistant. If you are a stage manager, you will gain confidence as to how to use an ASM effectively in the support of your production. I

12:00PM – 12:50PM Immersive Theatre: The Rehearsal Process Presenters: Julie Richardson (Freelance Director & AEA Stage Manager), Jerre Brisky (U of West Florida), Molly Donahue (SETC Auditions Stage Manager) Artists across forms are making work that provides a unique and immersive experience to their audiences. With these expanded audience relationships come new stage management techniques and challenges. Let’s discuss. A

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