skidmore theater living newsletter
DNAWorks’ HaMapah and Questions of Identity
By Nina Slowinski ’19 It can be difficult to establish an identity, both for others and for oneself. It can be especially difficult when one comes from many diverse backgrounds— such as African American, Native American and Jewish cultures—that are not thought to “traditionally” go together. The question of identity concerns not only our current […]
Fall 2016 New Works Lab #1: “A More Perfect Union”
Staff writer Kallan Dana ’19 on the semester’s first New Works Lab A More Perfect Union and the power of love to conquer all.
Rebel Director: Ian Belton’s Nomadic Journey
BY: CAITY COOK ’18 Late afternoon in the JKB: Actors are running lines, electrics crew members are calling to each other from the catwalks in the Mainstage, and “wet paint” signs adorn doors everywhere. When I finally spot Ian Belton, he’s emerging from a huddle with his stage management team. Sporting a black t-shirt and jeans, ruffled […]
JKB Life: Columbinus
This week in JKB Life with the opening of Skidmore Theater’s third Studio Lab columbinus, we talk to the creative team about the challenges of representing an actual event and the benefits of playing Four Square at rehearsal everyday!
Senior Spotlight: Rigel Harris
BY: Nina Slowinski ’19 The opening psyches the audience out. When Bernadette (Rigel Harris ’16) enters, it seems like she’s just returning home from a long trip. Standing with her back to the audience, Bernadette takes in the set: an ornamental living room that feels only a tad outdated for 2016. The audience soon learns that […]
JKB Life: A More Perfect Union
Launching Skidmore Theater’s New Works Lab Program this week in the Tang Teaching Museum is Michael San Roman’s A MORE PERFECT UNION. The cast and crew discuss both their personal relationship to the show and its value in our greater societal context.
Michael Zegen ’01
Living Newsletter Editor Gabe Cohn ’16 goes backstage on Broadway to chat with Michael Zegen ’01 about A View From the Bridge.
JKB Life: The Secret in the Wings
This week in JKB Life we go behind the scenes of the second Studio Lab of Fall 2016, THE SECRET IN THE WINGS. Lab Director Rebecca Rovezzi ’18 discusses why she chose the play and the ensemble talk about working with a student driven team.
JKB Life: Who Will Carry the Word
Based on playwright Charlotte Delbo’s real experiences in the camps of Auschwitz WHO WILL CARRY THE WORD tells the tale of 23 French Resistance fighters who search for hope and strength in a quest for survival. In honor of our production’s opening night, watch the cast members discuss what they each admire the most about […]
Special Guest: Jon Bernthal
BY MIRANDA PARK ’17 It’s a typical Friday afternoon; Theater Company is in full swing. But as the minutes tick by, the theater begins to fill more and more with students new to the department. Together, they wait excitedly for the arrival of actor and Skidmore theater alumnus Jon Bernthal ’99. I greet Bernthal at […]
Behind the Scenes: Rehearsing “Who Will Carry the Word”
By Laura McCullagh ’17 For the final week of rehearsals before tech week, Rebecca Marzalek-Kelly, our wonderful director, requested that the cast wear all black. In previous rehearsals, I had enjoyed wearing leggings printed to look like space, a big blue corduroy shirt, or any of the colorful and very cozy scarves that anyone who […]
Life and Theater: A JKB Series with Lebo McKoena ’18
By A’ntonia Benson In Life and Theater: A JKB Series, blogger A’ntonia Benson ’18 randomly selects members of the Skidmore theater department to chat with about how and why they choose to be involved with theater at Skidmore. Today, A’ntonia sits down with Lebo McKoena ’18. AB: Can you please tell me your name, class […]
Faculty Spotlight: Sue Kessler
Theater Manager Sue Kessler talks to Staff Writer Zoe Dartley ’16 about her journey from being a Skidmore student to founding Brooklyn’s “Bushwick Starr,” and how she’s been drawn back to the Skidmore Theater.
Life and Theater: A JKB Series with Bean Chiodo ’20
By A’ntonia Benson ’18 In Life and Theater: A JKB Series, blogger A’ntonia Benson ‘18 randomly selects members of the Skidmore theater department to chat with about how and why they choose to be involved with theater at Skidmore. Today, A’ntonia sits down with Bean Chiodo ’20. AB: What’s your name and class year? BC: […]
Fall 2016 Studio Lab #1: “Stop Kiss”
Identity, Love, and Un-tucked Sheets By Kellina Moore ’18 There is always a certain element of intrusion that comes with theater. At its best, theater makes us feel like we are watching something we are not supposed to be watching, like we are in on some sort of secret. This is the feeling I get […]
JKB Life: Stop Kiss
Now that you’ve seen the first Studio Lab of the Fall 2016 semester, get a behind the scenes look into the rehearsal process. The cast and crew of Stop Kiss discuss surprises they encountered while working and what silly crimes they may commit.
Video Interview with “Macbeth” Puppet Designer Jessica Lorence ’08
Macbeth, directed by Holly L. Derr, runs through December 6th. Purchase tickets here: http://tiny.cc/8wwu5x Check out Jess’s puppet theater company, Little Did Productions, HERE. Filmed and Edited by Aaron Ardisson ’16 Produced by The Skidmore Theater Living Newsletter
Life and Theater: A JKB Series with Olivia Irby ’18
By A’ntonia Benson ’18 In Life and Theater: A JKB Series, blogger A’ntonia Benson ’18 randomly selects members of the Skidmore theater department to chat with about how and why they choose to be involved with theater at Skidmore. Today, A’ntonia sits down with Olivia Irby ’18. AB: what’s your name, your grade, and your […]
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