Other Workshops

Check out these workshops in specialized areas of the performing arts.

Theatre is My Life … or Is It?

90 minutes | Recommended for Teens and College Students
Sometimes, it’s hard to keep your involvement with theatre in perspective with the rest of life. The arts are a consuming (and sometimes devouring) profession! But if you’re a serious artist–contemplating a career in media or performance–it’s still important to remember that theatre is only a part of your life. This workshop will help you consider how you can balance your craft with everything else.

Turning Your “Theatre Habit” Into a Business

90 minutes | Recommended for Teens and Adults
Once upon a time, George found himself out of a job. He soon located part-time work, but also decided to try out his longtime dream of freelancing. Six months later, he was able to transition his new business into a full-time source of income! Learn how to decide if a theatre-oriented business is right for you, and pick up some practical wisdom on making the leap from hobby to profession.

Interactive Drama

90 minutes | Recommended for Teens and Adults
From game shows to audience-participation drama, getting spectators involved in the action has become very popular–especially when you’re performing for children and teenagers. In this workshop, you’ll learn tips for crafting effective dramas that include the audience. You’ll also experience samples from successful works created in this format.

Finding Great Stories for Worship

60 minutes | Recommended for Church-Oriented Theatre Artists
A good story, well-told, can melt even the hardest heart. Learn how to use short storytelling segments effectively in church. We’ll go over the five essential parts of every story, then discuss ways to weave everything from testimonies to film clips into a worship gathering.

Writing Stories Adapted from Scripture

60 minutes | Recommended for Church-Oriented Theatre Artists
How many times have you heard the story of the Good Samaritan? What about the birth of Jesus or the Prodigal Son? Sometimes, it’s hard to hear what God is saying when the Bible story is familiar. But what if you could re-imagine the narrative, making it fresh again without compromising the essential message? This workshop will give you tools for making “stale” Bible stories come alive for your congregation.

Drama Ministry: The Next Generation

60 minutes | Recommended for Church-Oriented Theatre Artists
Around the nation, churches are struggling to connect with the 18-35 crowd—arguably, the least-churched generation in American history. How can church drama adapt to minister more effectively? We’ll look at practical and effective ways to put the Greatest Story Ever Told onstage—even for a “postmodern” audience.

The Organized Artist

60 minutes | Recommended for Teens and Adults
Can a theatre artist get organized and still be creative? George has discovered that at least for him, the answer is “yes”! Over the years, he’s gone from being a very messy person to a very neat one. Thanks to his trusty daytimer, he actually shows up for his commitments, too. If you want to spend less time digging through your “piling system” and more time getting creative, this seminar will help you organize your workspace, your time, your files … and maybe even your Prop Closet.

Drama and the Bible

60 minutes | Recommended for Church-Oriented Theatre Artists
If you’ve ever run across someone who thinks drama doesn’t belong in church (but you weren’t quite sure how to respond), this class is the place for you! It’s possible to make a strong Biblical case for using theatre to the glory of God.