TCWs-Updated information!!!

Dear Friends,

I wanted to connect with you about the upcoming production of TCWs.   

I am very confident that this show will be a wonderful experience for all those who are part of the production.  TCWs will challenge our acting ability as we recreate multiple characters.  It is a show filled with many areas for the actor’s input as well as connecting with the audience (breaking down that fourth wall).

I am happy to announce that we will be having several workshops lead by:  J Hernandez, who has worked at venues such as: The Philadelphia Artists Collective, The New City Stage Company and The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theater.  These workshops will be geared towards: “making the language accessible.   Reminding students that Shakespeare didn't write in a foreign language.   Taking them through various exercises, a few scenes, make them play around with the language, put it in their own words, then perform for each other and take a look at what it is they're working on themselves”.  J is a wonderful performer and well versed in improvisation and Shakespeare.

I look forward to working with everyone on this project.  I will see you Monday night.  If you would prefer to have some written material from the show instead of creating your own for the audition, please let me know.

Many thanks!

Lys

Welcome to the JHS Theater Arts 2015 Spring Production of. . . .

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (A) is a play written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield that parodies the plays of William Shakespeare with all of them being performed-originally, (in comically shortened or amalgamated form), by only three actors. Typically, the actors use their real names and play themselves rather than certain characters.  The fourth wall is nonexistent in the performance with the actors speaking directly to the audience during much of the play, and some scenes involve audience participation. 

This play can have as little as 3 and as many as 20 actors.

The TCWS was chosen with the full support of Ms. Hackett, who believes it to be an incredibly positive motivational tool for her 7/8^th grade Shakespeare Festival that occurs in the spring.  With her encouragement and support, TCWS will be the JHS Spring Drama.

The original version of this play, in 1987, used only three actors.  The JHS production will use at least 15 actors, however, the same actor throughout the entire production will portray the role of “Jess”.

There will be some cuts to the script as well as additions to make the material more relevant to the culture in which we live.  Your input is essential to the production.  That being said, we must remember to work as a community, and to listen and learn from one another.

TCWS is about creativity, improvisation, the breaking of the fourth wall, about going out on a limb and about playing each character to it’s fullest.  It is a physical play and requires the actor to think outside the “box”..................way outside!!!!

Please review the rehearsal requirements as well as the audition preparation details listed below.

Thank you for being part of this venture.

 Rehearsal Schedule:

Rehearsals will begin on January 6^th starting at 7:15 p.m.

All weekday rehearsal will start at 7:15 p.m. and run until 9:15 p.m.

All weekend rehearsal will start at 11:30 p.m. and run until 3:30 p.m.

As we get closer to the performance: dates and times will be adjusted to accommodate our needs to insure a successful performance.

If you are not able to attend 98% of these rehearsals, you may want to reconsider being part of this production.

Auditions will be on December 22

Starting at 6:45 p.m. in the high school auditorium.

ALL interested actors please arrive at that time.

Audition Requirements:

Please prepare one of the four (4) scenes for the 21^st.

You will need to work with others who are also auditioning. Please fell free to choose your partners (or groups).  Males may play females and females may portray males.  It is actually preferred.

A.        Prepare (in your own words) a shortened and lively retelling of Romeo and Juliet.

B.        Prepare an entertaining biography of William Shakespeare.

C.        Prepare a “rap” about the plot of Othello.

D.        Prepare a quick, short and entertaining retelling of Hamlet.

William Shakespeare

http://www.william-shakespeare.info

Romeo and Juliet

https://www.playshakespeare.com/romeo-and-juliet/synopsis

Othello

http://www.shakespearetheatre.org/_pdf/first_folio/folio_othello_about.pdf

Money Due. . . .

Hello Folks,

So...I need scripts or money by the end of the week.  I also need t-shirt money from a few folks.  I'd rather not post names-please bring in the money tomorrow.

Thanks everyone.

Lys

Note. . . .

Hello Cast/Crew,

All scripts are due Monday (tomorrow)...or you owe $20.

There were a few items missing from costumes:

Ali's bandana, Julia's black belt and  Alette's apron.

I will let you know the cost.

Also....T-Shirt money is due as well.

Thank you.

Lys

A note from Shuler Hensley

Dear Friends,

Here is a note from Shuler Hensley who played the Monster on the Broadway stage in "Young Frankenstein".

Enjoy!!!

A few reminders. . . . .

Hello All,

Last night was fantastic.  Very professional...not over the top.  Thank you to those who stayed for clean-up duty.

Tonight is a bit different.  All personal items must be removed from school-or out they go.

When you are done using your black capes and lab coats-put them away to take home.

ALL costumes must be covered with a bag that you will receive this evening-ALL costumes must be checked by Miss Ann, Mrs. McGeehan or myself.

ALL prop items must be organized and stored in the choral room.

NO ONE can leave until all is put away........halls are cleaned, as well as the back stage area and the choral and art room.

One more note:

Mr. Roller is coming this evening.  You all must remain as professional as possible.   DO NOT add anything.......the innuendo must remain innuendo.

Respect his wishes and requests.

Cool?

Cool!

Enjoy the day.

You guys have made me very proud.

Thank you!!!!!!!

Lys

Call Tonight:

ALL CAST and CREW on stage at 6:00 p.m.
Includes Lights/Sound.
 

Clean-up Crew

Friday Night Clean-up Group:
Choral Room:
Henry and J.J.

Art Room:
Siobhan and Bella

Ladies Bathroom:
Ali and Yusra

Saturday Night Clean-up Group:
Choral Room:
Ryan and Charlie

Art Room:
Laura, Julia, Sabrina and Maria 

Ladies Bathroom:
Kayleigh and Mimi

Notes

Friends,

Last night was a great show. Wonderful energy and singing.

Not to mention dancing.
 
That being said...many of you left school with your costumes on the floor, make-up left in the art room and brushes everywhere.

We are not here to clean up after you. Evan, Kiara and Sophie and a few other folks stayed last night to clean.

There will now be a "clean-up" group that will need to stay and wait for the "ok" before they leave the building. 

Also, please thank your crew-they were spectacular!!!!

Update

Hello Everyone,

Great work this week.  You have a fabulous show........enjoy  the moments because they are truly beautiful.

Just a few reminders:
1.  Bring good hangers for your costumes tomorrow-they look like they have not be taken care of: pant hangers for guys-skirt hangers for girls.

2. Double A batteries-we need tons!  If you could bring some in-that would be terrific.

3.  I will be at school by 5:30 p.m. tomorrow-come and be ready for notes by 5:45 p.m.

4.  Make-up: remember to reapply during intermission.

5. NO NOISE off stage-NO CANE NOISE-NO TALKING!!!!

6.  SMILE!  Have fun.

7.  Do your homework.

8. YOU MUST COME TO SCHOOL ON TIME!!!!!! NO LATE FOLKS FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!

You are the people who can do it all-be responsible.

YOU MUST HAVE YOUR NAME TAGS WITH YOUR COSTUME.

I wonder which cast member does not have their tag with their costume?  Hm...perhaps the tag is now hanging in the choral room?

For costume items missing, the fee for replacement will be the responsibility of the cast member.

Get rest-eat well.

Be happy!

I am very proud of you all.

Lys

ES Preview

Happiest Town

Together Again-Ryan and Dan

Family Business-Charlie

Scene: Monster Wakes (Seda-give) w/Ali and Charlie if they know it.
Send Me Someone-Hermit-Caitlin/Evan

Man About Town-Evan and Dan

Welcome to Transylvania

Transylvania Mania

Update. . . .

Hello All,

There will be curtain calls at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow night.

Be on stage and ready to go.

We will start the run again at 7:30 p.m.  This is a pretty long show-lets keep it moving.

Lys

Rehearsal Reminder....

Monday November 10th
Come to school at 6:15 p.m. no earlier.
Yes....if possible, come to school with your make-up on.

We will begin the run at 7:30 p.m. and complete the show at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Tuesday November 11th
Yes...make-up.
Come to school by 5:45 p.m.
No earlier.

We will run the show at 7:30 p.m. and finish the run at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday November 12th
You can arrive at  school by 5:30 p.m. 
Run starts at 7:30 p.m. and we will finish at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday
Call time 5:30 p.m. for ALL CAST/CREW!!!!!
Bring snacks, water-something to read or do quietly.

Leave cell phones at home!!!!!!!

Schedule Update

Dear Friends,

Thank you for your hard work and wonderful attitude.

As you know, the weekend before tech week is a difficult one . . . .many costume issues, crew and set change difficulties and then, add the pit into the mix-well, needless to say...if we run over time, your understanding is greatly appreciated.

Tomorrow, we will run the show at 1:00 p.m.

Please be at school by 11:30 a.m.  Give yourselves enough time to get ready. . . .have some lunch.

The pit will be ready to go by 1:00 p.m.

Crew/Tech folks-you should come at 11:30 p.m. as well.

Monday November 10-you can arrive at school starting at 6:15 p.m.

Tuesday/Wednesday full make-up/costumes-you can come to school by 5:30 p.m.

We will run the show each night.  We will start at 7:15 p.m. and end when the show is finished.

Thank you for being so terrific.

Lys

Rehearsal Update!

Dear Friends,

The schedule is:

November 8th 10:30-4:30 p.m.
ALL CAST MEMBERS and CREW!  
Bring lunch. No one may leave the building.

November 9th 11:00-4:30 p.m.
ALL CAST MEMBERS and CREW!

POT-LUCK-5:00 p.m.

Celebrate! you have a great show!!!!!
 

Ticket Update~

Dear Friends,

So, here is an update about tickets. 

For every ticket sold-whether on-line or in person, there still is a service fee because we record/process everything through e-ticketing. 

All ticket prices will remain the same: $14 and $7. 

We have not raised our prices in years.
CHS charges $15 for adults and $10 for students. 

The service fee is included in the prices mentioned. 

I urge you all to get the word out that there is a fabulous show at JHS and you are in it. 

Bring in the audience folks! You have an awesome product!!!!!!!

Thank you for a great weekend and a truly entertaining and enjoyable performance today. 

Honors Choral was just stunning!

Lys

Sunday-November 1st

Sunday:

10:00 a.m. Hermit/Monster
10:30 a.m. Frankenstein/Inga/Elizabeth

Entire cast ready to go at 11:15 a.m.

2:15 p.m. prepare for concert.
ALL BLACK ATTIRE

Remember to SELL TICKETS!

Tickets are now on sale!!!!!!!!!

Folks,

Tickets are now on sale!

Please have your friends and families purchase them this weekend. 


Thank you!

November 4th

Hello All,

Just so you know. . . . .the cast will be visited by a reporter for the paper on Tuesday. 

Pictures will be taken as well. 

Lys

Reminders. . . .

Dear Friends,

We are down to the wire and I need everyone to step it up and be as helpful and as hard working as you can.

You have spent too many hours and energy to produce nothing less than an amazing show.

Just a few reminders~

1. NO CELL PHONES anywhere near the stage, the auditorium or in the hallways.  

ALL CELL PHONES will now be collected at the beginning of all rehearsals and shows!!!!!!!  

This includes both CAST and CREW.

2.  NO TALKING from ANY cast member or crew.  Tonight showed me that we really need to work harder on remaining quiet during a production.

3.  LEARN YOUR LINES!   LEARN YOUR ENTRANCES!  BE MINDFUL OF YOUR PROPS/TAP SHOES.

4. BE COURTEOUS, BE RESPONSIBLE.

Two weeks and counting!!!!!

Lets get motivated, lets rock this show!!!!!!!!

Rehearsal change on November 5th . . . . . .

Dear Friends,

Next week, we will have rehearsal on 

Monday, November 3rd at 7:15 p.m. for

All CAST and CREW!

YES rehearsal on November 4th at 7:15 p.m. 

for all Cast and Crew!!!

NO rehearsal on November 5th except for 

Leads at 8:00 p.m.

Please make a note of the change.

Lys

Young Frankenstein Update

Hi All,

Just checking in.....

The pit is coming in tomorrow-we will run songs and dances. Entire Cast/Crew

Wednesday we run Act 2 (but starting at the end of Act 1).  Entire Cast/Crew

Thursday night-Crew only rehearsal at 7:45 p.m.

Bring in your "He's Loose" props please!
Entourage-you need your props as well.

Saturday-11:00-4:30 p.m.
Sunday-10:30-2:15 p.m.

Sunday-Concert at 2:45 p.m.

Curtain fixed!

SELL TICKETS!!!!!!!!!!

Lys

Day Off!!!!!

Just a reminder...

You all have the day OFF!!!!!!!


Get rest, go outside and have fun.

Checking in. . . . .

Dear Friends,

Just checking in.

The only folks needed tonight are the Monster/Elizabeth.

No painting tonight.

Enjoy the night off.

By the way, we have over 45 Ads this year!

Congratulations!!!!!

And a very big thank you!

Lys

Checking in. . . . .

Dear Friends,

Just checking in.

The only folks needed tonight are the Monster/Elizabeth.

No painting tonight.

Enjoy the night off.

By the way, we have over 45 Ads this year!

Congratulations!!!!!

And a very big thank you!

Lys

Ticket Information

Young Frankenstein

The comedy genius Mel Brooks adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Come see talented members of the JHS Theater Arts Department as they tap their way through this monster of a musical!

Show Dates: November 13, 14, and 15 at 7:30 pm
Where: Kuykendall Auditorium, Jenkintown High School
Ticket Prices: $14.00 Adults, $7.00 Students

How to buy tickets:
*New! The JHS Theater Arts Department's e'ticketing website! 

Use the link below or scroll over to the side bar and click on "Young Frankenstein Ticket Information".

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&e=925414f958bdd00a8779f026c8ae6184

*At the door before performances
*Students: at cafeteria during lunch the week before the show

The JHS Theater Arts Department strongly encourages the purchasing of tickets through the e'ticketing website.

Rehearsal Update. . . .

October 21st 7:15-9:15 p.m.
ALL CAST MEMBERS/CREW

October 22nd 8:00 p.m.
Monster/Elizabeth (u/s) and anyone who wants to paint!

October 23rd 7:15 p.m.
ALL LEADS/CREW and Cast member's with parts . . .  (shoeshine, telegraph, steward, villagers with lines) 

October 25th
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 
ALL CAST MEMBERS
and CREW.  
Run Act 1
Break for Football game and senior recognition

2:00-5:00 p.m. ALL CAST MEMBERS and CREW. 
Run Act 2

October 26th TBA

NO SCRIPTS THIS WEEKEND!!!!!!!!!!!

Reminder. . . .

Cast,

Please do not forget your "He's Loose" items today!


Lys

Thank you!!!

Dear Friends,

Thank you so much for an incredible day filled with hard work and respect. 

It was long-but well worth it. 

Many thanks for keeping everything so neat in the choral room-after a long day, it is very much appreciated.


See you soon,

Lys

Request . . .

Dear Cast,

Please bring in (at least) 4 hangers today to rehearsal.

Thank you!

A Note . . . .

Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.
John Quincy Adams

Dear Friends,

As we begin our final push towards opening night, I urge you to take a moment and see how truly blessed we really are. 

You have a cast of 30, you have a crew of 13, you have wonderful folks in the light/sound booth, you have a terrific pit, cool costumes on the way, and you have each other. 

Those of you who have traveled down this path many times before need to remember what it was like way back when-the excitement, the not knowing and how important you can be to the newer members of the cast. 

We are all integral members of this process-we all need one another, can learn from one another-and certainly can create a fabulous show as a community of creative and caring young people. 

Move forward with grace, dignity and respect for the show and for your fellow cast-mates. 

Tickets will be on sale by the end of the week. Make sure you get them early. 

Thank you for everything.

Lys

Young Frankenstein Update . . .

Hello All,

This weekend we will run the show....NO SCRIPTS can be used!

Saturday October 18
11:30-1:30 ALL LEADS and Crew!
1:30-4:30 p.m. ENTIRE CAST
Run Show with Crew!

Sunday October 19th
11:30-1:30-All LEADS and Crew!
1:30-4:30 p.m. ENTIRE CAST!
Run Show! 

Last call for Ads-Friday October 17th!!!!!

Young Frankenstein Update . . .

Hello Cast,

GREAT work this weekend!

Tuesday/Wednesday October 14/15:
All cast called.

(Wednesday, October 15-Crew as well)

Remember to check the blog tomorrow night to see when the head-shots will be.

ALL ADS DUE by next weekend.

Character shoes for women needed ASAP!

Men is black dress shoes.

Take Care,

Lys

Reminders. . .

Hello All,
Just reminding everyone of a few things:

1.  We are running the show Sunday-we are blocking as much as we can today.
2. OFF BOOK next weekend.
3. Bios dues tomorrow-that is it.
4. Head shots next week.
5. Ads due ASAP-personal ads need to be brought in.
6. Tickets will be sold during lunch and on-line this year.  Please-the student ticket price is ONLY for students.  As soon as I have the tickets-we will go public.
7. Character shoes-you will all need them.
8. Learn your lines-dance moves-have fun-enjoy!!!!!!
9. November 2 at 1:00 p.m. Choir Concert/Frankenstein preview.
10. Keep food in the choral room-be neat-be responsible.

11. Crew-next Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. be on time!!!!

Bios

Hello Everyone,

ALL bios due by Saturday October 11th.

After that date, I will not be able to accept any bios.

Lys

Young Frankenstein Rehearsal Update

October 7, 8  
7:15-9:15 p.m.
All cast members

October 11
11:30-12:30-Monster/Hermit
12:30-4:30-Entire Cast (this may be revised after Wednesday's rehearsal)

October 12
11:30-12:30-Elizabeth/Entourage
12:30-1:00-Translyvania Quartet
1:00-4:30 p.m.-Entire Cast
 

"Young Frankenstein" Raffle

Hi Folks,
In order to generate as much funding for our costumes as we can, I think we should have another raffle. We will need times for this event. Jewelry, gift certificates.....last year we put together baskets-with different themes. Are we able to work together as a group and see if we can get at least seven items for our raffle? Ideas?

"Young Frankenstein" Rehearsal Update

September 30th
7:15-9:15 p.m. 
ALL CAST MEMBERS

October 1st
7:15-9:15 
ALL CAST MEMBERS 

October 4th
No Rehearsal!!!!!

October 5th
12:00-4:30 p.m.
ALL CAST MEMBERS 

ALL ADS DUE BY OCTOBER 18th.

We are only half way towards our goal for this year.

ALL CAST MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING IN TWO ADS!!!!!

"Young Frankenstein" Rehearsal Update. . . . . .

September 27           
Dr. Frankenstein, Inga, Igor, Elizabeth, 
Frau Blucher      
12:00-2:45 p.m.
Dance Review-All Cast                                  2:45-4:00 p.m. 


September 28    
Dr. Frankenstein, Inga, Igor, Elizabeth,  
Frau Blucher          
12:00- 3:00 p.m.
Transylvania Quartet                                            3:00-4:00 p.m. 

"Young Frankenstein" Rehearsal Update. . . .

September 23rd 7:15-9:15 p.m.
ALL CAST MEMBERS REQUIRED!!!!!

September 26th 3:00-4:30 p.m.
Movie Friday-First Theater Fund Raiser
15 Cast Members required to run the event.

Please let Lys know if you are able to attend ASAP!!!!!!



 

"Young Frankenstein" Rehearsal Update September 20 and 21 2014

 "Young Frankenstein" Update. . . . .

September 20            
Dr. Frankenstein, Elizabeth and Entourage,
Frau Blucher/Monster             
11:45-1:15 p.m.


Entire Cast                                                    
1:15-4:30 p.m.

September 21         
Dr. Frankenstein, Igor, Elizabeth, Inga, Victor, Monster, Hermit  
12:00-2:45 p.m.
                                                                                 

Village Quartet                              
2:45-3:30 p.m.

Young Frankenstein Rehearsal Weekly Update . . .

 Please mark your calendars accordingly:

September 14th   
Entire Cast                                 12:30-4:00 p.m. 

September 16th                            
Entire Cast                                      7:15-9:15 p.m.
(no Dr. Frankenstein) 
Yes Dr. Frankenstein                           8:00 p.m.

Measurements will also be taken for our costumes beginning Tuesday evening.

Young Frankenstein Up-Date!!!!!

Hello All,

Please make this date change: 
ES "Young Frankenstein" preview will be on the 12th of November.

We now have Ads from: West Ave. Grill, JDA and Lindy!!!! 

Keep them coming-the more Ads, the more costumes and props!!!!!

Please start writing your bios.......OK?
Head shots soon.

7:15 p.m. TONIGHT!

H.S. Choral Room-yes-you can come in the back. 

Kayleigh, may we use your music tonight?

Lys

Cast list has been posted!!!

Congratulations to all members of this season's "Young Frankenstein".

Remember, our read-through is this Tuesday evening...7:15 p.m. in the high school choral room.

Time to think about Bios.  I will need them by the end of September.

I hope that the Ad campaign went well today.

We will take measurements of ALL CAST MEMBERS this Saturday for the costume department.

Thank you for supporting the arts.  You really are a very special group of people.


Here we go. . . .Peace~

Lys

Young Frankenstein 2014

Dear Friends,

Thank you for a great day. 

There will not be any call backs this year. 

The cast list will be posted by Sunday night. 

Take Care,

Lys and Miss Ann

Ad Campaign THIS Saturday . . . . September 6th!

Dear Cast,

This Saturday, at 2:30 p.m., we will gather at the Gazebo to begin our Ad Campaign.  

Taylor will be there to meet you and to help guide the event.

Remember, our goal is to obtain an Ad from all the businesses that gave last year!

Our goal (by October 20th)  is to raise $2500.00.

Thank you for your time and energy!!!

Lys

Young Frankenstein Audition Information

Young Frankenstein Audition Information

September 6^th 12:30-3:00 p.m.

Dr. Frederick Frankenstein

Pg. 13-15 (“Elizabeth! Elizabeth! . . . “ to “by Marcel himself”)

Pg. 19-20 (“Dr. Frankenstein . . .” to “the world’s greatest pairs!)

Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)

Pg. 33-35  (“May I escort you. . . .” to Goodnight, Frau Blucher”)

Pg. 39-40 (“Hmm. What strange music . . .” to “Look, Doktor”)

Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .? to “Yesss!”)

#19-“Man About Town” Measures 9-51

The Monster

Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .(this will include the reprise of “Deep Love”)

#20-“Puttin’ On The Ritz” Measures 107-114

Igor

Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!))

Pg. 19-20 (“Dr. Frankenstein. . .” to “the world’s greatest pairs!)

#5-“Together Again for The First Time” Measures 2-43

Inga

Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. .  .”)

Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!))

Pg. 39-40 (“Hmm., what strange music. . .” to “Look, Doktor”)

#6-“Roll in the Hay” Measures 5-35

Elizabeth Benning

Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)

Pg. 13-15 (“Elizabeth! Elizabeth!. . . “ to “by Marcel himself”)

#17-“Surprise” Measures 1-16 and Measures 23-53

Frau Blucher

Pg. 33-35  (“May I escort you. . . .” to “Goodnight, Frau Blucher”)

Pg. 41-43 (“Where are we. . .?” to “Yesss!”)

#8-“He Was My Boyfriend” Measures 12-33

Inspector Hans Kemp

Pg. 106-110 (“Cut that man down. . .”)

Pg. 48-49 (“Wait! Wait. . .” to “remember our new law. . .”)

The Hermit (male or female)

(The actor will also be double cast as Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein)

Pg. 81-83 (“Oh, Lord . . .” to “To us!”)

#18-“Please Send Me Someone” Measures 7-42

Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein

(The actor will also be double cast as The Hermit)

#7-“Join the Family Business” Measures 1-72

Ziggy (male or female)

Pg. 3-4 (“Who is he?. . .)

Understudies WILL perform for the Elementary School Preview 

November 13^th.