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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Tips For a Mixed-Level Drama Classroom by Kevan Dunkelberg

The drama classroom can be a beautiful hodgepodge of students with a variety of experience and knowledge. Discover how to successfully manage a mixed-level classroom!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 12:29PM
Tuesday, September 24, 2024

10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Plays You Should Know by Kevan Dunkelberg

Yes, we adore the classics. But here's a look at 10 quirky plays you probably won’t see on Broadway that are definitely worth knowing about!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 08:02PM
Monday, September 2, 2024

Explore the Rise of Immersive Theatre by Kevan Dunkelberg

Immersive theatre can take on many forms and showcases the power of live performance in increasingly innovative ways. Let's take a look at a few examples!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 09:02AM
Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Iconic Theatre Moments in History: A Retrospective by Kevan Dunkelberg

From groundbreaking shows to Broadway shutdowns, let’s look back at some of the iconic moments that helped shape and define theatre history.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 03:17PM
Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Theatre & Social Change: How Do Plays Influence Society? by Kevan Dunkelberg

From exploring some of history’s biggest moments to tackling important issues, let's take a look at some plays that have impacted society beyond Broadway.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 02:16PM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Transfer Your Theatre Skills to Non-Theatre Jobs by Kevan Dunkelberg

Being a theatre person gives you a host of diverse skills! Discover just some of the non-theatrical career paths for anyone with a theatrical skill set.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 05:50PM
Friday, March 8, 2024

Discover the Art of Silence by Kevan Dunkelberg

Silence in various forms has a long history in theatre. Discover the roots of silence and the different ways theatre artists use it to great effect.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 08:12AM
Friday, February 2, 2024

How to Rehearse a Monologue by Kevan Dunkelberg

You’ve found the perfect audition monologue. It’s everything you need to land the starring role. Now what? Discover how best to rehearse a monologue and secure a stand-out audition.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 09:09AM
Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Playing with Actions – Using Actions & Tactics by Kevan Dunkelberg

If you’ve taken an acting class, you’ve probably heard about actions or tactics. But what are they and how do they enhance a performance? Let's find out!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:52AM
Wednesday, November 29, 2023

When Should Teenagers NOT Play Teenagers? by Kevan Dunkelberg

There are plenty of great teenage roles out there, but when are they appropriate for teenagers to play them and when do questions need to be raised? Let's explore!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 04:39PM
Monday, October 30, 2023

Improv Tips for the Terrified Actor by Kevan Dunkelberg

Improv can put the fear into an actor, but it doesn't have to be scary! Let's discuss some tips on how to embrace it as a valuable acting tool.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 09:35AM
Thursday, October 5, 2023

How Do You Cast School Plays? by Kevan Dunkelberg

Casting a school production throws up a host of tricky questions and issues that can be hard to navigate. How do you support your students, make it fair, and achieve the best possible produc…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:42AM
Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Help! Time Management for the Tired Theatre Teacher by Kevan Dunkelberg

Your days are filled with teaching and evenings are filled with rehearsals. And not to mention grading. So how do you balance the workload? Check out our top tips on time management!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:36AM
Saturday, August 5, 2023

Michael Chekhov: A Crash Course in Psycho-Physical Acting by Kevan Dunkelberg

You probably know his uncle, but how familiar are you with the actor and practitioner Michael Chekhov? Find out more about Chekhov and psycho-physical acting.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:15AM
Tuesday, July 4, 2023

My Child Wants To Do Theatre…Now What? by Kevan Dunkelberg

Congratulations, you have a theatre kid! But how do you nurture your child’s aptitude for theatre if you have no idea where to begin? Don't panic, we have some great advice to start you of…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 09:14AM
Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Navigating Tough Conversations in the Drama Classroom by Kevan Dunkelberg

Drama classrooms are a place of learning and community, where education and vulnerability collide. Challenging conversations often arise, but how do we deal with them effectively?

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 12:27PM
Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Self-Care for the College Theatre Student by Kevan Dunkelberg

Being a theatre student can be a grueling, exhausting experience. It’s a tough lifestyle but we have some self-care tips to stay physically and mentally fit.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:12AM
Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Three Decades of Angels: Looking Back as Angels in America Turns 30 by Kevan Dunkelberg

It's 30 years since Angels in America, an epic examination of HIV & homosexuality in the USA, first hit the stage. We explore why it's still so relevant today.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:26AM
Monday, February 27, 2023

How to Use Social Media Inside and Outside the Drama Classroom by Kevan Dunkelberg

Social media + a drama program?! Where do you start? Let's look at using social media as a tool to grow your drama program both outside and inside the classroom

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 04:52AM
Monday, January 30, 2023

Where Should I Go For Acting Training? The 4 C’s of Conservatory vs College by Kevan Dunkelberg

The approach of spring means it’s officially audition season for drama schools and high school seniors are dusting off their Shakespeare monologues on the quest to earn a spot in…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:13AM
Tuesday, November 8, 2022

How We Look at How We Look: Identity-Conscious Casting in Theatre by Kevan Dunkelberg

We're in the midst of an important shift in the discussions had in the rehearsal and audition room around identity-conscious casting. Let's discuss!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 07:44AM
Wednesday, September 7, 2022

On The Road: The Power of A Community-Based Drama Curriculum by Kevan Dunkelberg

We tend to think school theatre belongs in a confined place. But it's also a valuable tool for communities beyond the walls of a theatre or drama classroom!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:45AM
Monday, August 1, 2022

Minding all Minds: Designing the Neurodivergent-Friendly Drama Classroom by Kevan Dunkelberg

As the school year starts you're likely thinking about your drama classroom set up. How do we make sure that neurodivergent students also feel comfortable?

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 03:49PM
Wednesday, February 9, 2022

A Guide to Summer Training Programs by Kevan Dunkelberg

Oh, those heady summer days. The sun may be shining and the beaches might be calling, but it's also a great time to reap the benefits of an acting program! Let's look at what you can get out…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:56AM
Monday, January 3, 2022

Much Ado About the Assistant Director by Kevan Dunkelberg

Define the role of the assistant director. Regular coffee bringer or another pair of expert eyes? In our latest blog post, we explore this tricky role on the production team.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 10:45AM
Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Pandemic Drama: Tales of a First-Year Drama Teacher in a COVID World by Kevan Dunkelberg

We're all in the midst of a semi-post-pandemic-but-not-really world, but what's it like to start your teaching career in this uncertainty? New drama teacher Kevan Dunkelberg gives us the low…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:58AM
Monday, October 18, 2021

Clowning Around! (What I Learned in Clown Class) by Kevan Dunkelberg

You’re trapped in the middle of a circle. And the only one way out is to make every single person around you laugh. EVERY. SINGLE. ONE. Welcome to the world of clown! Read on to discover w…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:33AM
Friday, September 24, 2021

The Gist of Gister by Kevan Dunkelberg

There's not shortage of acting techniques out there, but today we're exploring the work of an often-overlooked pioneer in acting training, Earle Gister. Let's take a look at his method and h…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:06AM
Monday, August 23, 2021

A Beast of a Time: How I Directed Disney in a Pandemic by Kevan Dunkelberg

Let's take you on a journey! In our latest blog post, we discover the highs and lows of directing Beauty and the Beast during a global pandemic.

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 04:21AM
Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Shining the Spotlight on Great Contemporary Female Playwrights by Kevan Dunkelberg

We continue to commemorate Women’s History Month with a celebration of some brilliant contemporary female playwrights! Who else would you add to this list?

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 08:01AM
Friday, February 26, 2021

Anna Deveare Smith & Verbatim Theatre by Kevan Dunkelberg

As we come to the end of Black History Month and celebrate the diverse artists who have helped shape the theatre, we take you on a quick journey through verbatim theatre and explore the powe…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 10:18AM

All that Chat

2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic