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2nd Annual Centerstage workshop at IUPUI to focus on theater skills

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The Africana Repertory Theatre of IUPUI (ARTI) will sponsor its 2nd Annual “CENTERSTAGE: A Theater Workshop,” from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the Herron School of Art & Design, 735 West New York Street, Indianapolis IN 46202.

“CENTERSTAGE: A Theater Workshop” is designed to attract a broad range of theater enthusiasts, from the novice to those pursuing careers in onstage production.

ARTI Co-founder Dr. Khaula Murtadha said the event heightens the capacity for theater to be an effective means of conveying culture, issues and the complexity of life across the African Diaspora. “This is to support and build on the efforts of those who create important narratives that tell our stories on stage in our own voice. We are uniquely positioned to facilitate the merging of various key elements critical to successful theater production.”

The following are workshop sessions offered:

  1. THE SHOW. Playwriting and editing; directing; more effective and forceful acting. Methods for creating strong stories – conveyed with maximum impact on stage.
  1. THE BUSINESS. Production development and setting timelines, budgeting, auditions, venue/box office concerns, fundraising, grant opportunities and marketing.
  1. ACTING PLUS. Beyond conventional acting. Theatrical performances related to choreography, musical production and spoken word.
  1. THE TECH. Exploration of techniques, technology and opportunities in lighting and sound, as well as video technology and special effects.
  1. THE LOOK. The stage vision that accents the presentation. Artistic direction; set design and construction; props; make up and costuming.

Sessions will run concurrently and will be repeated, allowing each participant to attend two of the topic areas addressed.

CENTERSTAGE workshops will be led by a panel of experienced theater professionals, educators and practitioners who bring a wealth of diverse knowledge and skills. More information and workshop presenters will be announced soon! The Workshop will also feature the director of IUPUI’s Applied Theater program Emilio Robles as a session facilitator.

The event is free to the public, but pre-registration is required. For more information, go to onyxfest.com. Register for CENTERSTAGE at eventbrite.

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