Theatre games are a great way to get rehearsals off to a fun start. Kids love playing games, and if you're clever, you can have them play games that also teach skills! Hidden learning -- sneaky AND fun! One of the most popular games I use is called Fruit Basket. It's high energy, great for …
Those who know me well know that I enjoy nothing better than getting roughed up with some stage combat. It's fun, it's a great workout, and when done well, looks spectacular onstage. It can create incredibly visceral reactions from audience members. The flip side is when stage combat goes bad and audience members are more …
I am absolutely thrilled to announce that my one-act play, Inspector Noble and the Figure in Black, is available to purchase! If you have been looking for a fun play to produce with your classroom, camp, or youth theatre group, this one is for you! INSPECTOR NOBLE and the FIGURE IN BLACK 40 minutes, 1 …
One of the greatest aspects of theatre is not just the wonderful stories, the gorgeous songs, the thrill of live performances (although all those things are amazing!); it's the friendships that are made throughout the process; the camaraderie that grows during show week; and the sense of pride in working together with a group of …
True story: I remember working as an assistant stage manager on a show in university, and overhearing the following statement from one of the actresses: "I don't know why anyone would want to be an ASM. They do all the hard work and we get all the glory." I kind of wanted to hit that …
Kerry Hishon 