High School Theatre Day
We are pleased to offer this exciting opportunity for high school students to deepen their theatre training and explore the program at the University of Kentucky.
Participants will take part in theatre workshops led by UK Theatre & Dance faculty, attend a showcase of excerpts from Into the Woods, and participate in a Q&A with the student cast and production team. Students will also select from a range of master classes taught by UK faculty. The day includes a guided tour of the UK campus.
All participants will receive lunch at the Gatton Student Center’s Champions Kitchen!
SCHEDULE
9:30 -10am - Sign-in (Fine Arts Building Lobby, 465 Rose Street)
10:00 -11:30am- (Guignol Theatre)
11:30am -12:45pm - Complimentary Lunch (Champions Kitchen, Gatton Student Center)
1:00-2:15pm - Your choice of theatre workshop
2:15-3pm - Tour of Theatre & Dance Spaces
Theatre Workshops
Acting for the Future: A College Theater Experience
Are you passionate about acting and considering a future in theater? This session will provide a sneak peek into the skills and techniques you'll develop in a college-level theater course.
Acting for Camera
Step off the stage and in front of the lens! In this session, you'll learn how to slate for auditions and practice the foundational skills of on-camera acting.
Musical Theatre: The Great Gatsby
Step into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties! In this musical theatre session, you'll explore choreography inspired by The Great Gatsby.
Scenic Design
Explore how designers transform scripts into fully realized environments! In this hands-on session, you’ll learn the basics of scenic design for the stage.
Sew Ready: Hand & Button Sewing for Theatre
Ever had a costume emergency backstage? Learn the essential skills every theatre artist should know! Whether you’re an actor, designer, or techie, you’ll walk away with practical skills that can save the show!
