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Fifteen talented local actors (aged 10 to 17) are bringing the
Bard to life with a rollicking romp through the life, times and
works of William Shakespeare in Driftwood Theatre School’s (DTS)
upcoming All the World’s a Stage.
“Our young actors have accomplished the impossible,” raves instructor/director Ingrid Bilton. “They have not only mastered a new language, they have learned to speak ‘trippingly on the tongue’ – a lost art, to be sure. I am so impressed by the courage and tenacity of our students in tackling these iconic roles from Shakespeare’s greatest plays. I am truly amazed at the outstanding quality of their work.” The sumptuous sets (built Doug Ives and painted by Mudito and Bodhi Drope), along with costumes from Carol Thompson and the Driftwood Players’ Costume Shoppe, make this production a feast for the eyes. But stage manager Sandi McGinnis notes it is the young actors who really make the production sparkle. “We thought we hit the pinnacle with last years Alice in Wonderland, but our current production of All the World’s a Stage has raised the bar for theatrical and ensemble work.” The general public are invited to the two public performances Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets ($15 adult and $8 youth) are available at the Blackberry Shop, Laedeli, giggle ’n bloom, and at the door. For info go to www.driftwoodplayers.ca/dts.htm. DTS will take All the World’s a Stage on the road in May, offering free performances at schools across the Sunshine Coast. The tour is made possible with the financial support of the Sunshine Coast Community Foundation and the Sunshine Coast Regional District, who are helping to bring the magic of live theatre to local youth. – Submitted by JoAnne Bennison - See more at: http://www.coastreporter.net/entertainment/arts-entertainment/nothing-stuffy-about-this-shakespeare-1.2231778#sthash.fLMCcidz.dpuf
Fifteen talented local actors (aged 10 to 17) are bringing the
Bard to life with a rollicking romp through the life, times and
works of William Shakespeare in Driftwood Theatre School’s (DTS)
upcoming All the World’s a Stage.
“Our young actors have accomplished the impossible,” raves instructor/director Ingrid Bilton. “They have not only mastered a new language, they have learned to speak ‘trippingly on the tongue’ – a lost art, to be sure. I am so impressed by the courage and tenacity of our students in tackling these iconic roles from Shakespeare’s greatest plays. I am truly amazed at the outstanding quality of their work.” The sumptuous sets (built Doug Ives and painted by Mudito and Bodhi Drope), along with costumes from Carol Thompson and the Driftwood Players’ Costume Shoppe, make this production a feast for the eyes. But stage manager Sandi McGinnis notes it is the young actors who really make the production sparkle. “We thought we hit the pinnacle with last years Alice in Wonderland, but our current production of All the World’s a Stage has raised the bar for theatrical and ensemble work.” The general public are invited to the two public performances Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets ($15 adult and $8 youth) are available at the Blackberry Shop, Laedeli, giggle ’n bloom, and at the door. For info go to www.driftwoodplayers.ca/dts.htm. DTS will take All the World’s a Stage on the road in May, offering free performances at schools across the Sunshine Coast. The tour is made possible with the financial support of the Sunshine Coast Community Foundation and the Sunshine Coast Regional District, who are helping to bring the magic of live theatre to local youth. – Submitted by JoAnne Bennison - See more at: http://www.coastreporter.net/entertainment/arts-entertainment/nothing-stuffy-about-this-shakespeare-1.2231778#sthash.fLMCcidz.dpuf
Fifteen talented local actors (aged 10 to 17) are bringing the
Bard to life with a rollicking romp through the life, times and
works of William Shakespeare in Driftwood Theatre School’s (DTS)
upcoming All the World’s a Stage.
“Our young actors have accomplished the impossible,” raves instructor/director Ingrid Bilton. “They have not only mastered a new language, they have learned to speak ‘trippingly on the tongue’ – a lost art, to be sure. I am so impressed by the courage and tenacity of our students in tackling these iconic roles from Shakespeare’s greatest plays. I am truly amazed at the outstanding quality of their work.” The sumptuous sets (built Doug Ives and painted by Mudito and Bodhi Drope), along with costumes from Carol Thompson and the Driftwood Players’ Costume Shoppe, make this production a feast for the eyes. But stage manager Sandi McGinnis notes it is the young actors who really make the production sparkle. “We thought we hit the pinnacle with last years Alice in Wonderland, but our current production of All the World’s a Stage has raised the bar for theatrical and ensemble work.” The general public are invited to the two public performances Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets ($15 adult and $8 youth) are available at the Blackberry Shop, Laedeli, giggle ’n bloom, and at the door. For info go to www.driftwoodplayers.ca/dts.htm. DTS will take All the World’s a Stage on the road in May, offering free performances at schools across the Sunshine Coast. The tour is made possible with the financial support of the Sunshine Coast Community Foundation and the Sunshine Coast Regional District, who are helping to bring the magic of live theatre to local youth. – Submitted by JoAnne Bennison - See more at: http://www.coastreporter.net/entertainment/arts-entertainment/nothing-stuffy-about-this-shakespeare-1.2231778#sthash.fLMCcidz.dpuf
Fifteen talented local actors (aged 10 to 17) are bringing the
Bard to life with a rollicking romp through the life, times and
works of William Shakespeare in Driftwood Theatre School’s (DTS)
upcoming All the World’s a Stage.
“Our young actors have accomplished the impossible,” raves instructor/director Ingrid Bilton. “They have not only mastered a new language, they have learned to speak ‘trippingly on the tongue’ – a lost art, to be sure. I am so impressed by the courage and tenacity of our students in tackling these iconic roles from Shakespeare’s greatest plays. I am truly amazed at the outstanding quality of their work.” The sumptuous sets (built Doug Ives and painted by Mudito and Bodhi Drope), along with costumes from Carol Thompson and the Driftwood Players’ Costume Shoppe, make this production a feast for the eyes. But stage manager Sandi McGinnis notes it is the young actors who really make the production sparkle. “We thought we hit the pinnacle with last years Alice in Wonderland, but our current production of All the World’s a Stage has raised the bar for theatrical and ensemble work.” The general public are invited to the two public performances Saturday, April 30 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets ($15 adult and $8 youth) are available at the Blackberry Shop, Laedeli, giggle ’n bloom, and at the door. For info go to www.driftwoodplayers.ca/dts.htm. DTS will take All the World’s a Stage on the road in May, offering free performances at schools across the Sunshine Coast. The tour is made possible with the financial support of the Sunshine Coast Community Foundation and the Sunshine Coast Regional District, who are helping to bring the magic of live theatre to local youth. – Submitted by JoAnne Bennison - See more at: http://www.coastreporter.net/entertainment/arts-entertainment/nothing-stuffy-about-this-shakespeare-1.2231778#sthash.fLMCcidz.dpuf
Alice in Wonderland
"Alice in Wonderland" May 8 - 10
Tickets available at: "Driftwood Theatre School is a Coast Treasure" reports the LOCAL. Read Here "Alice is fresh and funny!" says Coast Reporter. Click here for the full story. Click here to purchase tickets
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Driftwood Theatre School is thrilled with the FABULOUS PERFORMANCES of all our FUNTASTIC students at the Spring 2013 SHOWCASE. The students and their teachers worked hard to perfect each piece and that work showed in the high caliber of each performance. CONGRATULATIONS to everyone. We look forward to seeing you in our New Term which begins mid September. Registration on September 7th, Noon - 2:00pm, St.Bart's Hall. Pre-registration after August 15th by contacting Sandi at 604-886-0143 or registrar.dts@uniserve.com In our New Term we're focusing on MUSICAL THEATRE with a possible PRODUCTION in the SPRING of 2014. We're looking forward to another exciting season of engaging, dynamic theatre FUNdamentals with a Musical Theatre focus. Tell your friends and we'll see you there.
Driftwood Theatre School presents:
March 2 ..... 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bob Hunt and Ingrid Bilton, both respected Theatre Arts instructors and accomplished directors, have fashioned a beginner’s workshop that focuses on the ABC’s of Directing. “We want to take the mystery out of directing,” Bilton says, “and to instill enthusiasm and confidence.” Bob Hunt wants everyone to know that this is an activity-based workshop: “Students will be participating in a wide variety of valuable directing exercises while learning some fundamental and utterly practical routines.” Topics covered include: Factors to Consider in Selecting a Play, Creating a Director’s Script, Establishing a Team Atmosphere, the Director’s Role: Dictator or Collaborator, the Director/Stage Manager Relationship, Approaches to the Audition, Blocking the Play, the Director’s Toolkit: Creating Strong Performances, Troubleshooting, Managing a Tech Rehearsal, Almost Home: The Dress Rehearsal, The Run Has Begun: Now What?! Following the initial weekend, students will have the opportunity on Sunday, March 10 to work “hands-on” as a director under the mentorship of our two instructors. Those who participate in the March 10th session will be asked to bring: a scene of their own choosing, sufficient copies of the scene for actors, and a carefully selected cast of actors. (Some local actors will be on hand if casting is not complete at the outset of the final day’s activities). A showcase of these directing projects will cap off the afternoon. Admission to the “Directing for Dummies” workshop is by donation, (although a minimum of $35/person is needed to cover the cost of the Hall rental) For further information, contact Sandi McGinnis at (604) 886-0143, or E-mail registrar.dts@uniserve.com
Driftwood Theatre School "Teaching and performing theatre for me is a passion. I eat, live and breath performing my art!" says John Conway, the newest addition to the Driftwood Theatre School teaching staff. "If it's not fun, it's not worth doing!"
Registrar Sandi McGinnis is thrilled to welcome someone of John's talent and stature to the Driftwood Theatre School. He has studied theatre with the Second City Fire Hall, University of Victoria, VVC Studio 58, Tuba Theatre Vancouver, Douglas College Theatre Program, UCLA Musical Theatre Program and graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in California. Ingrid Bilton, a three-year instructor with DTS, is equally enthusiastic: "John was able to substitute teach for us in the Teen Drama class last semester, and students are still excited about the experience! We are already getting calls from local actors asking about John's program." The Driftwood Theatre School's upcoming classes (held at St. Bart's Hall in Gibsons) include Adult Drama with John Conway, Creative Drama for 8 - 10 year olds and Teen Drama with Instructor Tracy Lloyd, and Discovering Theatre (10 - 13 years) with Ingrid Bilton. Register Sat. Jan 12 from 11 AM to 1 PM at St. Bart's Hall in Gibsons or contact Registrar Sandi McGinnis at 604-886-0143 or registrar.dts@uniserve.com.
Junior Class Sparkles!
Driftwood Theatre School
Creative Drama: for 8 - 10 years
($135)
Teen Drama: 13 – 18 years
($205)
Discovering Theatre: 10 -
13 years ($190)
Exploring Drama: Just For
the Fun of It! (Adults) ($150)
For Info or to register please contact Registrar Sandi
McGinnis
DTS Students Delight Story Theatre Crowd
Candid Shots from Driftwood Theatre School's 2011 Classes
The Senior Drama Class amazed the AGM audience with
their powerful, polished presentation of "You're Quoting
Shakespeare". How fortunate we are to have students with this
calibre of talent and this degree of enthusiasm!
Hana Ingram (left) and Tyler Perry performed a
poignant scene from "Afternoon of the Elves" at the Driftwood AGM on
Thursday evening. The audience was amazed at the maturity and power
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The
renowned actor, director and producer (last seen as Drosselmeyer
in the sold-out run of The Nutcracker) brings decades of
experience, coupled with an infectious energy and love of
performing that is sure to inspire students. " I am committed to
being 100% present every class," he says, "with high octane
intensity to ignite the fire in your heart for the art. I find
it helps to break down concepts into their simplest terms, so
that all drama skills become achievable. Above all else, I make
the course practical to the industry, so if the desire is there,
a path is established for students to successfully live out
their dreams."
