FALL INTO THEATRE AT THE BERKELEY REP SCHOOL OF THEATRE 25 classes in the fall session include two thrilling new workshops on Stage Combat WHO: Theatre lovers of all ages and all levels WHAT: Fall classes at the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre WHERE: 2071 Addison Street @ Shattuck / Downtown Berkeley WHEN: Starting September 19, 2005 HOW MUCH: Varies by class / scholarships available for youth INFO: 510.647.2972 or berkeleyrep.org BERKELEY CA, AUGUST 10, 2005 Today Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced the autumn schedule for its School of Theatre, with classes for youth and adults starting on September 19—including two thrilling new workshops on stage combat taught by Dave Maier and Michael Storm. All activities are held next door to the Theatre in the Nevo Education Center at 2071 Addison Street in downtown Berkeley. “We are delighted to welcome Dave to our full-time staff and to have new teachers such as Michael working with us,” declared Rachel Fink, the school’s director. “Now in our fifth year, our School of Theatre offers an interactive environment where students immerse themselves in all aspects of the craft and artistry of theatre, learning the commitment and technique necessary for artistic excellence. For many, learning stage combat is an essential part of this training.” This fall, in addition to the beginning acting class for adults, Mr. Maier will teach a workshop entitled Stage Combat: Rapier and Dagger. This class on theatrical swordplay, for those 16 and older, will emphasize safely creating the illusion of violence on stage. An accomplished actor, director and fight choreographer, Mr. Maier is the new outreach coordinator at the School of Theatre. A graduate of New York University’s theatre school, he was certified as an Actor Combatant by the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD), has trained with Dueling Arts International and has worked with noted companies such as Intiman Theatre, Seattle Repertory Theatre and the Shotgun Players. Younger students can take the Stage Combat class with Mr. Storm, which is intended for youth in grades 6–8. Also a certified Actor Combatant with SAFD, Mr. Storm has taught and performed locally for 15 years. The fall session offers something for students of all ages and all levels, from beginners to professionals. All classes meet weekly for two to three hours with instructors who are nationally recognized teaching artists and theatre professionals. Class topics are as follows: • Classes for adults include Acting (beginning through advanced), Acting Shakespeare, Audition Intensive, Directing, Movement for Gazelles & Elephants, Movement for Performing Artists, Playwriting, Stage Combat: Rapier & Dagger, Voice for the Performing Artist and Voice for Business Professionals. Two unusual acting classes, Containing Multitudes and Theatre of Sweat, will be led by popular solo performer Ron Campbell. • Classes for youth (grades K–8) include Clown Club, Dance Sampler, Musical Theatre, Performance Workshop, Play Creation, PlayShop and Stage Combat. • Classes for teens include an Audition Lab and Villains & Victims, a performance lab using Shakespearean texts. A College-Prep Audition Workshop will also be offered specifically for high-school seniors. The Berkeley Rep School of Theatre also schedules one-on-one audition coaches for adults and private voice teachers for children and teens. The Berkeley Rep School of Theatre, housed in the Nevo Education Center, provides a wide array of programming for individuals of all ages. In addition to classes for youth and adults, the School offers the Hilde L. Mosse Programs for Education which include Target® Story Builders, a drama workshop for elementary-school classrooms; the Student Matinee Series for middle- and high-school students; the Playmaking Project for high-school students and incarcerated youth; in-school residencies; teacher training; and a variety of outreach activities that encourage lifelong learning. The School also houses the Teen Council, which allows youth to participate in all aspects of the dramatic process: on stage, backstage and in front of the stage. For complete details—including schedules, faculty bios, course descriptions and registration information—call 510.647.2972 or visit berkeleyrep.org. For photos, interviews, etc., contact: Terence Keane, Director of Public Relations 510.647.2917, tkeane@berkeleyrep.org BACK TO TOP