Theatre in the Round offers free workshops and seminars with veteran designers, guest artists, and others as part of its mission to develop the theatre arts in the community.
Upcoming events will be offered in lighting, stage managing, sets, props, and more. Details on these events will be posted as they become available.
PLEASE NOTE: any registrant under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
For more information, call 612-333-2919 ext. 102 or email Toni@theatreintheround.org
All company members must review and agree to our policies on Anti-Discrimination and Non-Harassment, Code of Conduct, Minors and Child Protection.
ONGOING – Every other LAST Saturday of the month, 1-3pm
August 26, October 28, December 30, February 24, April 27, June 29
Are you looking for ways to keep your skills fresh between auditions? Are you new to acting and don’t know where to start? Are you a bit rusty and want to practice with other people? Do you want to connect with the theatre community?
Actor’s Workout is an informal, ongoing workshop for actors of ANY level of experience. Get feedback on a monologue, practice cold reads, or just observe and learn from others.
Attend one or attend all; bring a friend or come by yourself.
LIMIT OF 20 PARTICIPANTS. Must be 16+ to attend.
ONGOING – Every other 2nd Saturday of the month, 1-3pm
September 9, November 11, January 13, March 9, May 11, July 13
Join us for a series of Roundtable Discussions about topics related to directing. This is a time for local theatre directors to share ideas, get support, and build community in what is often a lonely job.
Attend one or attend all; bring a friend or come by yourself.
LIMIT OF 20 PARTICIPANTS. Must be 16+ to attend.
September 9 Topic: “I Thought I knew How to Do This”: Changes and Challenges in Directing”
What has changed in theatre-making since before the pandemic? How has your experience of directing changed in the past 5 years? What new challenges have emerged? Or old challenges that still have not been solved? What are you excited about? What is better? Share what you have learned, what is still frustrating, how you have adapted (or not), and what resources you have used (or still need).
Camille Holthaus
Veteran Designer
Saturday, September 23, 1-3pm
Learn the basics of lighting design, especially geared toward the technician wanting to design.
Carolann Winther
Costume Shop Supervisor and Veteran Designer
October 21, 1-3pm
| Putting sewing machine skills to work – In this follow-up to the introductory class, you’ll put your knowledge into action making a tote bag to take home. Each student will have their own machine and all supplies will be provided. PREREQUISITE: You must have attended our “Intro to the Sewing Machine” workshop. |
This workshop is free but registration is limited
LIMIT OF 4 PARTICIPANTS.
Sadie Ward
Veteran Designer
Saturday, November 4, 1-3pm
Listen to a library of podcasts on a variety of TRP theatre topics, including:
