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Updates, reminders, new information, all the news that's fit to blog....

DR. FLOYD GAFFNEY PLAYWRITING COMPETITION

1/31/2017

 
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DO YOU LIKE HAMILTON THE MUSICAL??

1/31/2017

 
DO YOU LIKE HAMILTON THE MUSICAL?? 

Message: 
From your friend, Sarah Mitchel, at Broadway Cares!
Win a HAMILTON poster autographed by the Broadway Cast!! Follow the link below and join the Broadway Cares Student Facebook community to find out how. 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BCEFAPledge/

KENNEDY CENTER SEEKING ARTISTS FOR V.S.A. PROGRAMS

1/31/2017

 
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We're Looking for Contractors to Deliver VSA Programs

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is seeking contract proposals from eligible and qualified nonprofit arts, education, and cultural organizations to perform the VSA programs listed below that provide arts education experiences to students with disabilities. View the Requests for Contract Proposals (RFPs) for specific program details.
Please feel free to circulate this announcement to other arts, education, or cultural organizations that may be interested.

 
The deadline to submit proposals is 
Wednesday, March 15, 2017, 11:59 PM EDT

1. VSA Arts Connect All – Professional Development Program
Implement professional development opportunities of 5 or more hours for educators teaching the arts to students with disabilities, ages 3 to 22, pre-kindergarten–grade 12. Serve 50 or more educators of students with disabilities. $3,000–$20,000.
2. VSA Arts Connect All – Workshop/Residency Program
Implement school or community arts education workshops and/or residencies of 5 or more instructional hours for students with disabilities, ages 3 to 22, pre-kindergarten–grade 12. Serve 75 or more students with disabilities. $3,000 to $20,000.
3. VSA Children’s Visual Art Discovery Program
Implement visual art education classes or workshops of 5 or more instructional hours for students with disabilities, ages 3 to 22, pre-kindergarten–grade 12. Use at least 2 activities from the VSA Teacher Resource Guide. Serve 75 or more students with disabilities. $3,000 to $20,000.
4. VSA Playwright Discovery Program
Implement writing for performance classes or workshops for students with disabilities, in middle and high school, grades 6-12, ages 11-22. Explore the theme of the disability experience in 5 or more instructional hours per student. Serve 75 or more students with disabilities. $3,000 to $20,000.
5. VSA TiLT Digital Storytelling Program
Implement digital storytelling classes or workshops for students with disabilities, middle and high school, grades 6-12, ages 11-22. Explore the theme of the disability experience. Provide 5 or more instructional hours per student. Serve 75 or more students with disabilities.
6. VSA Museum Access for Kids Program
Implement accessible arts experiences with related educational programming for students with disabilities, ages 3 to 22, pre-kindergarten–grade 12. Serve 100 or more students with disabilities. $3,000 to $15,000.
7. VSA Performing Arts Access for Kids Program
Implement accessible performing arts experiences with related educational programming for students with disabilities, ages 3 to 22, pre-kindergarten–grade 12. Serve 100 or more students with disabilities. Must be a nonprofit performing arts venue to apply. $3,000 to $15,000.
8. Rosemary Kennedy Initiative
Implement transition opportunities for youth with disabilities, ages 15 to 22, in creative careers, arts, arts education, or arts management internships, apprenticeships, or pre-professional training programs of 40 or more hours. Serve 5 or more students with disabilities. $3,000 to $15,000.

 
How to Apply:  Eligible and qualified organizations are required to submit contract proposals online at the link specified in each RFP. The Kennedy Center will accept one contract proposal per organization for each RFP. Before applying, read RFPs thoroughly as updates have been made for the 2017-2018 contract cycle.
Proposal Submission Deadline:  March 15, 2017 at 11:59 pm (Eastern Daylight Time)

Notification:  Selected recipients will be notified on a rolling basis or by June 30, 2017.
For questions and information, please contact Stephanie Litvak, sslitvak@kennedy-center.org
To request an accommodation or receive materials in an alternative format, contact Stephanie Litvak, sslitvak@kennedy-center.org, at least two weeks prior to the submission deadline.

 
education.kennedy-center.org/education/vsa/programs/requests_for_proposals.cfm​
​Jean Kennedy Smith Arts and Disability Programs

Funding for Access and Accommodation Programs at the Kennedy Center is provided by
Mike and Julie Connors and the U.S. Department of Education.

The content of this program may have been developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and does not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education. You should not assume endorsement by the federal government.​
The Kennedy Center
Office of VSA & Accessibility
Washington, DC 20566
vsainfo@kennedy-center.org
Tel: 202-416-8898

JOURNALISTS KEEP WRITING!

1/31/2017

 
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New articles on the ITJA Blog, including more reviews of Exit 27 and Othello, and a feature on Region 5 Chair, Brad Dell ("Regional Chair and KCACTF Enthusiast")

This and more at:  
http://www.kcactf5.org/itja-blog​
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"THIS JUST IN!" reviews, previews, interviews by Fest 49 journalists.

1/27/2017

 
Please be aware that a whole bunch of nifty verbiage is waiting for you to read on the ITJA (Journalists/Critics) BLOG PAGE.
AMONG OTHER THINGS:
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Production Reviews: Amahl...; Good Kids; Exit 27; Othello.
Preview Articles for same shows.
Interview Articles with featured Festival 49 guests, including Cory Johnson (Gold Medallion) and Michael Morain (Professional Journalist/Critic)
www.kcactf5.org/itja-blog.html
​

IRENE RYAN FINALS ORDER-OF-PRESENTATION (tonight)

1/27/2017

 
IRENE RYAN FINALS

ACT I

Kitty Corum, Truman State University
Partner: M. Williams
MacBeth
The Big Meal
Cock


Christa Gesicki, University of South Dakota
Partner: Joe VanBuskirk
Danny and the Deep Blue Sea
Lungs
Stop


Cody Anderson, Winona State University
Partner: Sam Scherrer
Little Details
The Nether
Corybungus


Jennie Pardoe, University of Missouri
Partner: Samuel Demuria
Beyond Therapy
The Crucible
Henry VI, Part III


Jill Zmolek, Creighton University
Partner: Ben Adams
Boom
Romeo and Juliet
Gruesome Playground Injuries


Jessica Staples, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Partner: Mitchell Evans
Wheels or a Dream
A Raisin in the Sun
Easy as Life


Hannah Kulus, Concordia College
Partner: Nick Brandt
You Got Older
More Than Just A Friend
The London Merchant


Christopher Knutson, University of Minnesota, Moorhead
Partner: Kali Klimek
Two Across
It's Hard to Speak My Heart
Out the Window


ACT II

Nathan Short, Emporia State University
Partner: Mollie McClanahan
The Shape of Things
The Realistic Joneses
Barefoot in the Park


Trey Martinez, University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Partner: Ciara Hergott
The Philanderer
Boom
Love and Information


Jordan McGinnis, St. Ambrose University
Partner: Jessica Karolczak
Almost, Maine
The Last Days of Judas Iscariot


Jordan Webster- Moore, St. Ambrose University
Partner: Megan Clarke
The Tempest
The Shape of Things
The Nether


Rebekah Meyer, University of Minnesota, Duluth
Partner: Luke Harger
The Moon, Please
Because of You
Henry VI, Part I


Ahafia Jurkiewicz-Miles, University of Central Missouri
Partner: Jordan Malone
Fortinbras
The Tempest
Hir


Kayla Peters, University of Minnesota, Duluth
Partner: Luke Harger
Lines
Beautiful
All For Love


Andrew Anderson, University of Minnesota, Mankato
Partner: Amanda Mai
Housewares Employee
Dog Sees God

MTI Final Showcase; Revisited

1/27/2017

 
More information below about Thursday night's MTI Final Showcase:
Watch portions of the event in Facebook Streaming format at KCACTF V FaBo page--rough cut for now (Videos.) Please note--some portions do not appear due to royalty/permission matters, and some sections are a bit mangled due to a "Weak Signal Notice" that came in and out at the venue.
MTI Final PROGRAM:
2017 KCACTF Music Theatre Intensive Cabaret 
 
MTI Coordinator:  Linda Starkey
MTI Dance Coordinator:  Amy Baker Schwiethale
MTI Assistant Coordinator:  Dr. C.D. Adamson
Guest Artists: Jeff Whiting & Sarah Mitchel
Accompanist for Singing:  Francine Griffith 
Music Director for Dance:  Adam Yankowy  
Accompanist for Dance:  Katy Merriman 
Stage Managers: Katy Case & Branden Evans
 
Opening Number: “I Hope I Get It” from A Chorus Line
MTI Dancers
Nick Akins-Paul
Olivia Berglund
Reese Britts-Zack
Emmy Cuvelier-Tricia
Mitchell Evans
Braeden Garrett
Alylska Krull
Emily Magera
Brianna Melroy
Josh Palmquist
Allie Petrovich
Caleb Reich
Emily Scinto
Akira Wantanabe
 
MTI SINGERS
Claire Clauson - “Life of the Party” from Andrew Lippa’s The Wild Party
Austin Ragusin - “In Love With You” from First Date
Kendall Ward – “Expectations of a Man” from Thirteen Stories Down
Amanda Mai – “Screw Loose” from Cry Baby
Nathan Short - “She Loves Me” from She Loves Me              
Brooklyn Schwiesow, Braden Paulsen – “Seventeen” from Heathers
Kayla Williams-Schwarze – “Nothing Short of Wonderful” from Dogfight 
Naaman Williams – “’Ol Man River” from Show Boat
Sarah Smeltzer, Gabriel Heffernan – “Follow Your Heart” from Urinetown
Jaden Lux – “Santa Fe” from Newsies
Joe Picardi,  Karter Dolan – “You’re Nothing Without Me” from City of Angels
*Accompanist: Keith Teepen
Nathan Chester – “Sarah” from The Civil War
Maddie Olsem - “Gorgeous” from The Apple Tree
Keaton Richey – “Finishing the Hat” from Sunday in the Park with George
Roni Shelley Perez – “Breathe” from In the Heights
Hewleek McKoy – “I Miss the Music” from Curtains              
Emily Kennebeck – “Beautiful” from It Shoulda Been You
Bree Patterson – “Easy As Life” from Aida
Christa Gesicki – “Lying There” from Edges
Amanda Huehl-Phillips – “Perfect” from Edges 
Cam Pederson - “I Don’t Care Much” from Cabaret
Marcel Daly with Full Company – “Make Them Hear You” from Ragtime    
                    

The Gary Garrison Ten-Minute Festival--TODAY, 12:30

1/27/2017

 
The Gary Garrison Ten-Minute Festival - KCACTF Region V Festival 49
Friday, January 27, 2017 12:30 in the Temple Theatre, Des Moines, IA
Student playwrights, dramaturgs, directors, stage managers and actors develop the work into a concert reading at festival.

Truth or Dare written by Candace Nelson, University of Nebraska Lincoln
Director Blair Lawrence Yates, University of Kansas
Dramaturg, Rachel Bland, University  of Central Missouri    
Stage manager, Matthew Gilbertson, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Faculty mentor, Deidre Mattox, Hutchinson Community College
Cast
Alice: Katherine Moore - Stephens College
Ellie: Rebecca Borchardt - Winona State University
Stage Directions: Steven Holkesvik - Luther College

Eisheth written by Anna Acklen, Truman State University
Director, Lyndal Doherty, Southwest Baptist University
Dramaturg, Erin Nelson, University of Missouri
Stage manager, Mariah Michaelis, Hutchinson Community College
Faculty mentor, Jimmy Bickerstaff, St. Mary's University of Minnesota
Cast:
Elise: Eva Carole Planthold
Henry: Nicholas Prior
Staged Directions: Abilene Olson

Adorned written by Chelsea Smet, University of Missouri Kansas City
Director, Sam Jones , St. Ambrose University
Dramaturg, Jillian Jensen, Northern State University
Stage Manager - Sarah Ringdahl, University of North Dakota
Faculty mentor, Heather Tinker , MidAmerica Nazarene University
Cast
Nolan: Jacob Casselman – Johnson County Community College
Emmy: Abby Sexton – Missouri Western State University
Stage Direction: Bethany Elliott – Avila University

Nah-Zhee by Aaron Scully, University of Missouri - Regional Selection for Planet Earth Play Contest
Director, Marcela Rodriguez-Gonzalez   University of Central Missouri
Dramaturg, Jillian Jensen, Northern State University
Stage manager, Ashley Bietz, South Dakota State University   
Faculty mentor, Penelope Weiner, Washburn University
Cast
Serena- Jazmine Huertas, University of Nebraska Lincoln
Logan- Jerry Mañan, Avila University
Stage Directions - Brock Bourek, Morningside College

Florence of Arabia written by Minuette Layer, Stephens College      
Director, Sarah Smeltzer, Benedictine College
Dramaturg, Erin Nelson, University of Missouri
Stage manager,  Elise Marshal, University of Central Missouri
Faculty mentor, Jay Cranford, Kansas State University
Cast
Sarah- Lydia Kanz University of South Dakota
Lisa-Brittney McClendon from South Dakota State University
Charlie-M. Williams Truman State University
Stage Directions-Jeremy Pettis Anoka-Ramsey Community College


Antlers written Kyle Marks, Augustana University
Director, Allison Rae Kantack, South Dakota State University
Dramaturg, Carrie Winship, University of Missouri   
Faculty mentor,   Laura Lippman,  Peru State College
Stage Manager, Carly Willoughby, Bismark State University
Cast
Anne: Natalie Hansen, Truman State University
Artuino: Elizabeth Davis, Mid-American Nazarene University
John: Drake Zuschlag, University of South Dakota
James: Eukariah Tabaka, Normandale Community College
Stage Directions: Kalen Riley, St. Louis Community College Meramec

Enough written by Samatha Christmman, Minot State University
Director, Dalton Pittenger, University of Central Missouri
Dramaturg, Carrie Winship, University of Missouri
Stage manager, Katherine Adams, Mount Marty College
Faculty mentor, Jim Wood, South Dakota State University
Cast
Alex: Catherine McMahan, Truman State University
Voice: Kayla O’Neal, Black Hills State University
Disorder: Maddie Chambers, Truman State University
Loved Ones: Ivy Banks, Doane University
Exes: Joshua Heintzeiman, Johnson County Community College
Doctors: Parker Johnson, Central Methodist University
Society: Alex Garcia, South Dakota State University
Stage Directions: Terrence Mickens II, Missouri Valley College

Region V Selected One-Act 2016 - Region V Festival 49
Student playwright and Professional VIP Director develop the work into a concert reading at festival
Doctor Scott by Aaron Scully, University of Central Missouri

Director: Rob Urbinati, Professional Director/Playwright
Stage Manager: Amanda Keesling, Iowa State University
Cast
Dr. Scott - Marcel Daly, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Mrs. Alaya Scott - Jacquelyn Price, University of Central Missouri
Priscilla Scott - Brianna Frison, University of Central Missouri
Charity Brown - Daisha Jackson, University of Central Missouri
Dr. Buck Tallinger - John (Jack) Warring, Southwestern College
Sheriff Huey Price - Brandon Osero, Anoka - Ramsey Community College
Stage Directions - Jane Franklin, Hutchinson Community College

Respondents:

Gary Garrison, Former Executive Director of Creative Affairs for the Dramatists Guild of America, Professional Playwright
Donna Latham, Professional Playwright
Georgia McGill, Past National NPP Chair, Queensborough Community College
Todd Ristau, Region 4 NPP Chair, Hollins University

​The plays were selected through a blinded screening process led by Todd Ristau, NPP Playwriting Chair of Region IV. We thank them for their service to our region.

Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow Nominations

1/27/2017

 
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Photo Links to Nomination Form
Do you know a Citizen Artist in your community? Nominate them to be a 2017/2018 Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow!
 
The Kennedy Center, a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, honors our 35th President everyday by uplifting ideals from his legacy (service, justice, freedom, courage, and gratitude) that live through the arts. As part of this celebration of legacy, the Kennedy Center launched the “Citizen Artist Fellow Recognition” in 2016, which recognizes emerging artists across the country who utilize their art form for positive impact on communities. The recognized Citizen Artists Fellows will be mentored by Yo-Yo Ma, Kennedy Center Artistic Advisor at Large, among other Kennedy Center artistic partners. Additionally, they will receive national attention for their impact in their local communities and opportunities to showcase their voice and work on stage, through exhibition, and at national convenings. The recognized Citizen Artist Fellows are a signature component of our annual spring Arts Summit, a national platform for shining a spotlight on stories of Citizen Artists who live up to President Kennedy's ideals. The recognized Citizen Artist Fellows represent the overall diversity of the national audience the Kennedy Center strives to reflect and serve. 
 
Click on the link below or photo above to nominate an artist, teaching artist, social entrepreneur or other individual who embodies community connection, impact and at least of the ideals attributed to the work and life of John F. Kennedy (service, justice, freedom, courage and gratitude).
 
Nominations due February 3, 2017 at 11:59 PM EST.
​

Nomination Link: https://apply.submit.kennedy-center.org/submit/74240/nomination-for-the-kennedy-center-citizen-artist-fellow-recognition-2017-2018

MTI SHOWCASE LIVE STREAMING!

1/26/2017

 

Due to immense popular demand, we will be LIVE streaming the musical theatre intensive (MTI) showcase on Facebook Streaming. Tune in around 10:00 tonight!

Thursday Late Night Events--UPDATES, REMINDERS

1/26/2017

 
Thursday Late Night Events 


A reminder that we have 3 events occurring at 10:00 pm tonight.  All of them have limited seating.

Devised Theatre Showcase at the Stoner Theater  (Ticketed Event)

A Conversation with Gary Garrison - Salon D, Marriott - Gary Garrison, immediate past Executive Director of the Dramatist Guild of America wasn’t able to be here for Monday’s keynote address, but you can join him tonight for a discussion about contemporary theatre and playwriting.

Musical Theatre Intensive Cabaret - Temple Theater.  (Ticketed Event)  We are expecting a completely full house for this event.  There will be a very limited number of VIP (Green Dot) seats available.  There likely will not be many walk up seats available for those without tickets.

COLLEGE FAIR! -- Open for business until 4:00 PM today

1/26/2017

 
STUDENTS CURIOUS ABOUT YOUR ACADEMIC FUTURE....
Make sure you check out the Region 5 College Fair, open until 4:00 today in Marriott Salon D!
Some of the schools participating include:

 

College

Rep Name

Iowa State University

Amanda Petefish-Schrag

Grand View University

Kristin Larson

National Theatre Institute

Violet Saylor

University of Nebraska at Kearney

Darin Himmerich

University of Minnesota Duluth

Mark Harvey

University of South Dakota

Raimondo Genna

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Paul Hustoles

Missouri Baptist University

Joy Powell

Sterling Kennedy

Samantha Kennedy

Minot State University

Aili Smith

Missouri Western State University

Holly Breuer

 

WORKSHOPS--ADDED SECTIONS OF SOME POPULAR ONES!

1/26/2017

 
Due to the immense interest in two workshops at their first presentation time, we are thrilled to announce that additional offerings have been added on FRIDAY.

Play Readings: A Workshop for Directors, Actors and Playwrights, Rob Urbinati
Added Session for Friday, 9:30-10:45



NYC for You and Me, Dan Matisa
Added Session for Friday, 9:30-12:00


FOR ALL THE DETAILS, VISIT:

Website-
 http://www.kcactf5.org/fest-workshops.html ("W'shop-A/D" Tab)

and/or

Guidebook-https://guidebook.com/guide/86803/schedule/#date/01-27-2017

SDC DIRECTING AUDITION FINALISTS

1/26/2017

 
Congratulations to the following finalists:
SDC Finalists

​Vivian Cook

Seth Honerman
Jordan Malone
Taylor Millar
Max Moline
Ashley Reynolds
Finalists--Please meet the Marriot – Cedar Rapids room at 8:30 AM tomorrow (Thursday).  Also, please make sure to have knowledge of any and ALL conflicts for you and your actors for Thursday and for Friday.

BLOG 2--THE 2017 INSTITUTE OF THEATRE JOURNALISM AND ADVOCACY (ITJA)

1/25/2017

 
Our resident festival arts journalists have been working away, and their excellent writing starts emerging tonight on the "other" ITJA blog.  Read the two current posts listed below, and look for upcoming articles, production reviews, interviews and other Festival 49 NEWS!

ITJA Blog Main Page:  www.kcactf5.org/ITJA-blog.html

THE 2017 INSTITUTE OF THEATRE JOURNALISM AND ADVOCACY BIOS
Meet the bloggers from KCACTF5 for Festival 49.  These are the writers enrolled in this year’s institute whose previews, profiles and reviews will be shared on the Festival blog...
http://www.kcactf5.org/itja-blog/itja-participants-bios​
“Good Kids” Makes a Difference, a preview/interview article for the production.
http://www.kcactf5.org/itja-blog/good-kids-preview-article
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