Posted on November 10th, 2011 at 11:12 am
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2002 Symposium: Hal Prince
At its 2002 Symposium, Director of Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, Joe Miloscia, welcomed everyone to the symposium and introduced then Executive Director of SSDC Barbara Hauptman. Barbara introduced the two speakers: V.P. and Managing Director of The Fan Fox & Leslie R. Samuels Foundation Rob Marx who moderated a talk with accomplished director and producer Hal Prince. The conversation focused on Hal’s personal take on the making of new musicals and the fostering of new talent. Topics covered include the importance of mentorship, artistic process, how the relationship between producers and directors has changed, and what institutions are supporting the development of new musicals. This conversation with a true master gives incredible insight into the history and current innovation in musical theatre.
Originally recorded on – June 1, 2002.
Running time – 1:20:46.
For more information, to listen online, or to download the episode go to SDCF Masters of the Stage’s 2002 Symposium: Hal Prince program page.
You can also download directly the 2002 Symposium: Hal Prince program (mp3).
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Posted on October 27th, 2011 at 9:48 am
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2003 Symposium: Keynote by Scott Elliott
At its 2003 Symposium SDCF invited Scott Elliott, freelance director and Artistic Director of The New Group, to give a keynote speech on directing in multiple mediums, running a theatre company, and life as an artist. SDC Observer of Scott Elliott, Mark Robinson, moderated the talk. Topics include why Elliott shifted from performing to directing, how New Group got its start, the evolution of work done at New Group, what he looks for when hiring a director, working with independent vs. commercial producers, and process. This thought-provoking conversation covers the diverse aspects of artistic leadership.
Originally recorded on – June 1, 2003.
Running time – 1:09:50.
For more information, to listen online, or to download the episode go to SDCF Masters of the Stage’s 2003 Symposium: Keynote by Scott Elliott program page.
You can also download directly the 2003 Symposium: Keynote by Scott Elliott program (mp3).
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Posted on October 24th, 2011 at 10:58 am
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Behind The Curtain
Disney Theatrical President and Producer Thomas Schumacher takes us behind the curtain and gives us an up close and personal view of how things work backstage. We’ll meet the make up people from The Lion King, share secrets from a premiere Broadway wig designer, watch just how those quick changes happen in Mary Poppins, meet the man behind the puppets in The Lion King and hear one member of The Lion King orchestra as he demonstrates those signature sounds.
Original airdate – October 23, 2011.
Running time – 1:00:00.
For more information, to watch online, or to download the episode go to Working in the Theatre’s Behind The Curtain program page.
You can also download directly the Behind The Curtain program (mp4).
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Posted on October 13th, 2011 at 8:35 am
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2003 Symposium: Musical Theatre
SDCF hosted a Symposium on Musical Theatre in 2003 moderated by Daniella Topol, then the National Alliance Musical Theatre’s New Works Program Director. The panel featured Urinetown director John Rando, then Artistic Director of Musical Theatre Works Thomas Cott, then Artistic Director of North Shore Music Theatre Jon Kimbell, General Manager Nancy Gibbs, Choreographer of Zanna, Don’t! Devanand Janki, and Director Gabriel Barre. The panel discussed how new musicals are developed and ways institutions and artists can work together to foster the future of musical theatre. Each member provides a different perspective on new musicals and their life in New York to Regional and International stages. This dialogue sheds light on the current landscape of musical theatre.
Originally recorded on – June 1, 2003.
Running time – 56:54.
For more information, to listen online, or to download the episode go to SDCF Masters of the Stage’s 2003 Symposium: Musical Theatre program page.
You can also download directly the 2003 Symposium: Musical Theatre program (mp3).
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Posted on September 29th, 2011 at 8:41 am
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2010 DCN: Directors Programs Applications
At its October 2010 Director-Choreographer-Network, SDC Director of Member Services Barbara Wolkoff moderated a panel featuring SDCF’s Director of Foundation Ellen Rusconi, Theatre Communications Group’s Director of Artistic Programs Emilya Cachapero, and The Drama League’s Artistic Director Roger Danforth. Topics cover programs offered, what constitutes a successful candidate and application, interview tips, plus insider advice from previous program applicants who were awarded the opportunity. This conversation is an exciting and clear look into a successful application process.
Originally recorded on – October 26, 2010.
Running time – 1:22:21.
For more information, to listen online, or to download the episode go to SDCF Masters of the Stage’s 2010 DCN: Directors Programs Applications program page.
You can also download directly the 2010 DCN: Directors Programs Applications program (mp3).
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