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June 2018 Highlights in this month’s Spotlight Latest news from iTICKET #mtnz2018 NextGen Boot Camp – August, Lake Karapiro – our third one – registrations now open Agenda for June Zone Four Meeting, Hanmer Springs NextGen Report from James National news and updates – resource links Combined North Island Meeting report Combined South Island Meeting 14 – 16 September – info on Les Misérables tickets Amici Trust - young New Zealand performers will collaborate with New York City theatre professionals on new student edition of Newsies JR Audition info from NASDA 2018 downloadable catalogue from Origin Theatrical David Spicer announced the rights for Ladies in Black Hilarious comedies from NZ playwright Devon Williamson Techie info – NSL, Showtechnix, John Herber And much, much more …….. MTNZ Calendar 2018 Date Event 22 - 24 June Executive Meeting - Auckland 21 July Zone Two Meeting https://www.facebook.com/events/1998932763719388/ 24 – 26 August Boot Camp at Epworth Retreat – Cambridge (Lake Karapiro) https://www.facebook.com/events/1615151615233204/ 1 September Zone One Meeting 15 September Combined South Island Meeting– Christchurch (see Les Misérables, workshop and keynote with Kerri Tilby Price) https://www.facebook.com/events/343508619456146/ 15 September Zone Three Meeting – Palmerston North https://www.facebook.com/events/1013227902157687/ 22 September Zony Awards – Distinction Hotel, Rotorua 5 – 7 October Executive Meeting – Dunedin 26 – 28 October National Training Weekend – Christchurch https://www.facebook.com/events/164836580775529/ 22 – 24 March 59th National Conference, AGM and Volunteer Training Weekend – Auckland 2019 https://www.facebook.com/events/2092158877670119/ 1 2 3 Musical Theatre New Zealand Strictly NextGen – The MTNZ Youth Boot Camp 3 – 24, 25, 26 August Weekend Programme Venue: Epworth Retreat and Recreation Centre, Cambridge https://www.epworth.co.nz/ Friday 24 August 5pm All attendees to be in camp 5.15pm Welcome, housekeeping, health and safety briefing, weekend programme, introductions 6pm Dinner 7pm Knowledge Café - – interactive around the table group forum on ideas, topics, etc. that NextGen would like to discuss 9.30pm Wrap up – supper and networking Saturday 25 August 7.30am Breakfast available until 8.30am 9am Session One commences Workshop One - FLYING SOLO Telling the Story in Song with Jennifer Ward-Lealand – accompanied by Sam Cleaver Workshop Two – Taking Choreography/Performance from Good to Great with Destiny Anderson – this is an advanced workshop and you will need formal dance training to participate Workshop Three - Working with Your Belt and Rock Voice with Tia Minnoch Workshop Four - Directing 102 with David Adkins 10.30am Morning tea available 10.45am Session One continues 12pm Session One concludes (approx) 12.30pm Lunch 1.30pm Session Two commences Workshop Five - FLYING SOLO Telling the Story in Song with Jennifer Ward-Lealand – accompanied by Sam Cleaver Workshop Six – Putting Our Imagination to Work with Destiny Anderson (beginners and no dance training required) Workshop Seven - Working with Your Belt and Rock Voice with Tia Minnoch 4 Workshop Eight – Lighting for Directors and techies who may be interested in lighting 101 with David Adkins and Dale Henderson 3pm Afternoon tea available 3.15pm Session Two continues 4.30pm Session Two concludes (approx.) 5.30pm Q&A “chew the fat” forum with tutors and the MTNZ team 7pm Dinner, down time, networking 9.30pm Supper Sunday 26 August 7.30am Breakfast available until 8.30am and pack out rooms 9.30am Auditioning discussion – (Tia, Destiny, Sam, David, Dale, Jennifer) – how to audition, what’s it like being on the audition panel, tips for auditionees and those on the panel 10.30am Showcase of dance and a selection of the solo song performances Midday Farewell and close training school 1pm Vacate camp What to Bring (you can hire bedding from Epworth for $5) • Bottom sheet for mattress (the accommodation is shared single bunk beds) • Pillow case or your own pillow • A very warm sleeping bag, bedding and a hot water bottle • Water bottle and appropriate clothing if you are participating in the choreography workshops • Towel and toiletries • Warm, comfortable and casual clothes - thermals, merino, hats, gloves, warm socks, slippers – there is heating but it is August, so come prepared • Good, solid shoes – no high heels please • Two copies of your song – in the correct key please. This is to be no longer than two verses/choruses so everyone can participate. • Note pad/book, pens, pencils 5 TRAINING WEEKEND WORKSHOP BRIEFS Morning Session – 9am – 12pm (approx.) Workshop One - FLYING SOLO Telling the Story in Song with Jennifer Ward-Lealand – accompanied by Sam Cleaver In this workshop each participant is directed in a musical theatre song of their choice. There is a strong emphasis on identifying and developing acting craft, including playing actions, identifying objectives and actions, processing (developing the inner monologue) and how this focus serves the greater goal – that of engaging at a deeper level with the story of the song and, consequently, with the audience. Participants receive individual detailed direction and have the opportunity to observe their fellow classmates and engage fully in the process. Workshop Two – Taking Choreography/Performance from Good to Great with Destiny Anderson – this is an advanced workshop and you will need formal dance training to participate • Understanding and manipulating the elements of dance- students will learn a dance sequence that they will need to manipulate through the use of choreographic devices. • Tools for creating an imaginative piece of choreography. • Learn and perform multiple sequences from different musical genres. • Tips for safe dance practice and audition. Workshop Three - Working with Your Belt and Rock Voice with Tia Minnoch In this workshop, we will discover and explore the mechanics of belting; how to create power and control, simultaneously. We will get to experiment with voice and tone, dynamics and tension. For the rock voice, we will identify the significance of ‘intention’, engagement, and the importance of song selection. We will also discuss vocal fitness vs vocal fatigue, and how to avoid the pit falls of “losing your voice!” Workshop Four - Directing 102 with David Adkins • The role of a Director as Leader/Visionary • Working with MD’s, Choreographers and Committee’s/Producers • The Vision - and finding it! • Common Directing (and acting) mistakes • Physical staging considerations • Some practical exercises (where attendee’s direct each other) Afternoon Session – 1.30pm – 4.30pm (approx.) Workshop Five - FLYING SOLO Telling the Story in Song with Jennifer Ward-Lealand – accompanied by Sam Cleaver In this workshop each participant is directed in a musical theatre song of their choice. There is a strong emphasis on identifying and developing acting craft, including playing actions, identifying objectives and actions, processing (developing the inner monologue) and how this focus serves the greater goal – that of engaging at a deeper level with the story of the song and, consequently, with the audience. Participants receive individual detailed direction and have the opportunity to observe their fellow classmates and engage fully in the process. 6 Workshop Six – Putting Our Imagination to Work with Destiny Anderson (beginners and no dance training required) • Understanding and manipulating the elements of dance. • Tools for creating an imaginative piece of choreography. • Learn and perform a sequence from a musical. • Tips for safe dance practice and nailing the movement audition. Workshop Seven - Working with Your Belt and Rock Voice with Tia Minnoch In this workshop, we will discover and explore the mechanics of belting; how to create power and control, simultaneously. We will get to experiment with voice and tone, dynamics and tension. For the rock voice, we will identify the significance of ‘intention’, engagement, and the importance of song selection. We will also discuss vocal fitness vs vocal fatigue, and how to avoid the pit falls of “losing your voice!” Workshop Eight – Working with your Techie Team for Directors • How to communicate with designers, operators and crew • Technical rehearsals - who’s in charge of what, and what goes wrong • What to consider • What goes wrong with plotting • What goes wrong with design • Lighting for effect vs ambiance (it’s all smoke and mirrors!) • Controlling an audience with lighting • Q&A if we have time Meet Our Fabulous Tutors David Adkins Born in London and raised in NZ, David has directed for a number of societies in the Auckland region. David’s theatrical experience includes directing, choreography, stage management, lighting design and operation, sound design and recording, props, crew, set design, production management and the very important role crucial to any production - tea person! David also worked professionally in the UK theatre scene in the late 80’s for two years as assistant stage manager and stage manager of a professional cabaret. Onstage David has undertaken leading roles such as Jesus (Godspell), Nathan Detroit (Guys and Dolls), Bill (Me and My Girl), Fagin (Oliver) and the MC (Cabaret). Leading roles in plays such as Run for your Wife, Caught in the Net, Boeing Boeing and Noises Off and Wilbur in Hairspray. Later this year, he will be directing Sister Act for Amici at the ASB Waterfront, and next year producing Mamma Mia and The Doris Day Special at the Bruce Mason Centre in Takapuna. Out in the “real world” David has a long career in the corporate arena of retail, having held senior roles in major retailers operating throughout NZ and Australia. An Associate Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Management, David has been a regular guest speaker at Auckland University and counts teaching as one of his most favourite things. David has a solid understanding of the challenges that societies face, both large and small, and the difficulties that committee’s face in producing shows – and dealing with all the personalities that form a show company. David has done several workshops for MTNZ and other arts and entertainment industry groups and was a workshop tutor for last year’s boot camp.

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