Show Questions
BIG the Musical - Music for the Touring version
December 22, 2011
BIG the Musical - Music for the Touring version
Hi All, Was wondering if anyone can help me here, We are an amature society about to put on a production of BIG, however we are having trouble finding music at matches the actual score. We badly need it so the cheorographer can start working and we have something to rehearse with that is right. Can anyone point me in the right driection?Thanks in advanceJames
Theatre Class
July 27, 2011
Theatre Class
I am teaching a theatre class at our private high school this year. I am beginning from "scratch". Anyone have ideas on curriculum, projects, etc. I am looking forward to your input.
A Part of us
July 21, 2011
A Part of us
Currently doing a production of OOTI jr. It seems to me that the emotional weight of the song A Part of Us has been substantially lessened by the cuts from the original score, and it makes the staging less able to show it as well (The passing of Timoune amongst the gods in the original is kind of glossed over) Any suggestions as to how effectively stage the song and maintain the emotional as the jr show is written? ( The original song brings a lump to my throught every time I hear it!)
License and Contract
May 30, 2011
License and Contract
So, after reading all about the RENT ending being altered at Towson University and MTI's response to that I was wondering how exactly MTI keeps up with all the shows it licenses to make sure nothing is changed. I know I have seen several productions where I live that have cut music and lines, even changed endings. Obviously nothing has ever happened at these tiny little community theatres to discourage this. It just got me thinking about how MTI tries to keep up with these types of things. Any thoughts?
Aida with a mostly white cast?
May 11, 2011
Aida with a mostly white cast?
I am interested in doing Aida this year as I love the music and the story, however, our school and, even more, our theatre program is pretty much completely white.Has anyone done, or seen, Aida done with a primarily white cast? Does the story lose the impact?I am interested in hearing all of your thoughts.
Show Photography
March 28, 2011
Show Photography
I am a Pro Photographer and was taking photos at a high school show rehearsal and a MTI rep came in and said that we couldn't photograph any MTI licensed show. Is this correct? I can understand No video taping without a video license because of Screenplay and Music copyrights, but photography involves neither of those. Can you please provide clarification. Thanks
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Favorite JTF 2011 Moments?
January 24, 2011
Favorite JTF 2011 Moments?
I was just wondering what everyone's favorite moment or event was from this year's Junior Theatre Festival?My favorite moment occurred the first day during lunch break. Kids were starting to gather in their groups in the hall outside the main ballroom. I'm not quite sure how it started, but one group piped up singing showtunes and before long, three or four different groups had joined in (myself included) and were having this huge musical theatre jam session in the middle of the hall! It was during Seasons of Love (ironic, really) that I realized this was a great reminder that the theatre community is so much bigger than the company that you work with.
how does one become a pilot site?
January 24, 2011
how does one become a pilot site?
I would be very interested in becoming a pilot site for new works. How does one go about that process?
Wireless Headset Mics
January 20, 2011
Wireless Headset Mics
I direct a new school musical theater program--grades 4-8. We would like to start acquiring our own wireless headset mics, since they cost as much to rent as to buy. Any advice on what I should buy?
What's with all the MIC's
January 20, 2011
What's with all the MIC's
We all probably do it, peruse through the assorted YouTube offerings, while we begin our planning and prep-work for a show. On more than one occasion I find myself wondering..."Why do all these shows insist on using microphones?"Whether it's the hand held types being passed from cast member to cast member, those on stands at the front edge of the stages, or the assortment of lavaliers etc that cause the leads to "blare out" while the supporting characters aren't heard at all. It seems that near every school (that chooses to film and post their work) has some type of wireless MIC setup to "enhance" their productions. Are they really needed? Or is this simply a case of "trying to look like the pro's" gone a little too far? For me.. they tend to detract from the performances rather than enhance them. What's your take?