The Working Actor's Journey

🏁 In this session, highlights include: Discussing the importance of props  in Shakespearean plays and their role in storytelling Examining the arcs of Lear, Goneril, and Regan as they navigate power struggles Tracing the characters from the beginning of the play, looking at how their relationships evolve  and the consequences  of their choices We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughte...

🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the emotional relationship  of Lear and his daughters How punctuation in Shakespeare's text informs performance Discussing the importance of spontaneity  in portraying characters We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughters quarrel over what how much of an entourage he needs - Act 2, Scene 4. --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next...

We dive into the scene where Lear and his two daughters quarrel over what how much of an entourage he needs. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The intricate dynamics between Lear and his daughters, revealing the  complexities of love and power Delving into the emotional weight of familial relationships  and the impact of aging on identity Discussions on the nature of theater and its role in ...

It's our final session of 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The complexities of Septimus and Thomasina's relationship Exploring the nuances and humor  within Stoppard's text Discussing the  importance of collaboration and encouragement  in the rehearsal process Q&A with the cast about  their discoveries throughout the month --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next...

Welcome back to 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: The complex relationship between Septimus and Lady Croom Delving into the intimacy and tension of their exchanges Unpacking the themes of knowledge and deception as secrets unravel --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.c...

Welcome back to 2 scenes with Septimus! 🏁 In this session, highlights include: Exploring the dynamics between  Septimus and Jellaby Delving into the philosophical debates on free will and determinism Witnessing the intensity of Lady Croom's confrontation with Septimus Unpacking the symbolism of rice pudding and its deeper implications --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session...

Welcome to 2 scenes with Septimus! It's our first time diving into this brilliant and hilarious play, so let's get right to it... 🏁 In our first session, highlights include: Exploring the intellectual curiosity  and wonder this play The complex dynamics  between Septimus and the other characters Understanding the nuances of the relationships  and their implications Insights into the historical co...

🏁 In our third and final session, highlights include: Exploring the duality and transformation of Richard and Bolingbroke Delving into the emotional weight of kingship and its consequences Insights into the intimate versus public nature of Richard's deposition Plus, Q&A with the artists! --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss...

🏁 In our second session, highlights include: Richard's journey from power to vulnerability Bolingbroke's internal conflict  and familial ties Exploring Richard's private moments  with Bolingbroke --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/...

🏁 In our first session, highlights include: Exploring the intimacy and public display in Richard II's deposition scene The power of language and its ability to shift the room's energy Understanding the relationship dynamics between Richard and Bolingbroke Insights into historical context and its influence on performance --- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click tha...

🏁 In our final session, highlights include: The power of acting to explore forbidden emotions and thoughts Using a word's actual meaning vs.  personal interpretations Italian run-through  rehearsals - the purpose and expectations A Q&A with the artists! ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON...

🏁 In our third week, highlights include: Geoffrey's exercise to help actors connect Exploring the psychological aspects of jealousy Transitions from personal to royal plural pronouns ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/wajpodcast...

🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Deciding on the beats of the scene - what each is "called" Bringing Leontes back to sanity vs. punishing him Exploring the meaning of "I'll keep her in the stables" ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www...

🏁 In our first week, highlights include: the play as a tragic comedy  and its significance in Shakespeare's career Leontes sudden and irrational jealousy  towards his wife, Hermione. the importance of pacing and punctuation  in the text. ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsa...

🏁 In our fourth and final week, highlights include: The warrior character of Macbeth and comedic moments with Lady Macbeth Diving into the imagery of "spongy officers" Analyzing the power dynamics in relationships A Q&A with the artists! ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsa...

🏁 In our third week, highlights include: The use of  hypotheticals  and future tenses What  "the poor cat in the adage"  really means The  staccato delivery  in Lady Macbeth's lines Plus - could "Macbeth" become a Christmas play?? 🎄🤶 ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal...

From 2019, our interview with prolific director Robert Goldsby, on the aliveness of Molière, making clear transitions, and being blissfully happy. Bob took his final curtain call on October 27, 2024 at age 97. With a career spanning 60+ years, he accomplished so much and he'll be missed by all who knew him! Click here for full show notes and links.

🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Macbeth's soliloquy and chaotic dialogue Lady Macbeth's role  in the scenes Macbeth's influence on  Halloween and Harry Potter ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/wajpodcast   Get early ac...

🏁 In our first week, highlights include: speech transitions and symbolism exploring power, ambition, and moral sacrifice Shakespearean nuances ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON of The Rehearsal Room on Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/wajpodcast   Get early access to sessions (before t...

🏁 In our fourth and final week, highlights include: The Great Vowel Shift  and Shakespeare's pronunciation Exploring Mistress Ford's emotions and actions Q&A with the creative team ⭐️ And a special thank you to Juls Hoover for hosting this month! ⭐️ ----- 🛑 SUBSCRIBE to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 BECOME A PATRON o...

🏁 In our third week, highlights include: Focusing on the nuances of language, meaning, and dynamics How different approaches to lines could affect the overall humor and relationships Adjustments made to clarify character interactions ⭐️ And a special thank you to Juls Hoover for hosting this month! ⭐️ ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notifica...

🏁 In our second week, highlights include: Discussing lines like "kiln-hole," "loons," and "still swine eats all the draff," clarifying meanings and exploring delivery options Figuring out transitions, with characters entering and exiting, and experimented with different line delivery for comedic effect ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notificat...

🏁 In our first week, highlights include: Detailed analysis and debate of character motivations and intentions Several linguistic nuances and potential stage directions were clarified Discussion of whether certain actions were scripted or improvised ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an update! 🔔 🤗 Support The Rehearsa...

🏁 In our fourth and final session, highlights include: conveying the characters' emotions effectively bringing out the depth and complexity of the characters finding the humanity in the text Q&A with the creative team Session released from the Rehearsal Room ARCHIVE - August 2023. ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next rehearsal session! And click that BELL notification to never miss an u...

🏁 In our third week, highlights include: Looking at the Provost, his role as a guide and mediator, and his interactions with Angelo Comparing the Provost and Lucio, highlighting how they are foils for each other The actors question whether the Provost and Lucio could be played by women Session released from the Rehearsal Room ARCHIVE - August 2023. ----- 🛑 Subscribe to get notified of our next r...