​Before you know it, the 2019-2020 school year will be upon us! We are excited for fall theatre at Warren. Save these dates: 

• Tuesday, August 20, @3:30-6:00 - Drama Club Meeting: Audition Workshop at Tours - O'Plaine Auditorium
• Thursday, August 22 @ 3:30 - Auditions for Fall plays in the OP Auditorium
• Friday, August 23 @ 3:30 - Callbacks for Fall plays in the OP Auditorium

You will audition with a monologue of choice. More info to come!

Please read the following information carefully if you would like to submit a performance for the Live Arts Scholarship Competition.

What is the competition?
There are 3 categories

• Vocal
• Instrumental
• Acting

 
The top 3 performers in each category are pre-selected by a panel of judges.  The top 3 performers in each category will advance to a final vote ONLINE.

From there, a public vote will be conducted ONLINE at http://visionsource-myeyexpert.com/

The overall winner with the most votes will receive a $1000 scholarship.  The other 2 category vote leaders each win a $250 gift certificate for designer sunglasses from My Eye Xpert.


How do I submit?
Record a video and upload it to YouTube. 

You MUST label the entry:  WTHS LIVE ARTS CONTEST 2019 (your name)
ex. WTHS LIVE ARTS CONTEST 2019 Suzy Sample

Fill out this form (copy and paste the youtube link to the form) https://forms.gle/Fh31bdd2xpxCq4DNA

Video should be less than 5 minutes. 

Deadline is Monday, April 29th

**Entries must be a solo performance or backed by an entity not receiving any award  This means that if you choose to have accompaniment, they need to understand that they are only support and not part of the competition in terms of receiving prizes.  

Questions?  Email: ncolgan@wths.net, amiller@wths.net, or dtribley@wths.net

25Friends - 

The 24 Hour Play Festival is near... very near. A few reminders:

• Participation is mandatory in order to become a Thespian
• Participation by seniors is necessary in order to earn your graduation cords
• It's an incredibly fun, exhausting, and rewarding experience.

Friday, January 25th we will all meet in the Black Box to come together as an ensemble and learn this year's theme. The writers will then write all night. We will then reconvene on the 26th (times vary depending on role) to rehearse, design, and perform.

​This link provides more specific details on the time commitments and descriptions of the roles.

Please fill out this survey, so that Mrs. Colgan and Mr. Miller may put together the production teams. Please know your conflicts before filling out the survey.

Hello, Friends. Please check to find your name below to ensure you have signed for TheatreFest. If you don't see your name and think you signed up, please contact Mr. Miller or Mrs. Colgan ASAP.

The drama club is taking its first field trip to see the play Frankenstein.  Please see below for specific information.  Please contact Ms. Colgan with any questions!

When: Wednesday November 7th
Show time: 7:00pm
Depart from Oplaine: 4:00pm (we will take a bus as a group)
Where: Court Theatre (Part of the University of Chicago Campus)
              5535 S Ellis Ave
              Chicago, IL
Cost: $30/person (due no later than September 28th) Checks made out to WTHS.

In addition to the show, we are doing a talk-back with the cast and get to tour the set!!!

Click HERE to sign up!

Other information:  This trip is limited!  To secure your place on the field trip, you must complete this form AND submit your payment. I must have BOTH!! 

​NOTE: If you do not see your name on the crew list, we encourage you to join one of our crews by simply coming to rehearsal. No one is excluded from helping Warren Theatre tell beautiful stories!

Rehearsals will begin Tuesday, August 28 in the Almond Black Box from 4-6pm (OP students can take the activity bus over.

This show is exciting to me, and I cannot wait to go on this journey with you all. I have big ideas (when don't I?), but in order to accomplish them, I need all of your help. Our first rehearsal, MONDAY, AUGUST 27 from 3:30-6:30. See the Anon(ymous) Cast/Crew Page for more details about the week.

Note: If you listed "singing" as a skill, I may have you sign a little acapella. Just a fair warning.

If you are interested in participating in cast or crew for the fall plays, you must fill out this form before Thursday!

Crew Leadership Applicants should fill out that same form.

How to Rock the Audition

• ​Practice your Audition. For the fall shows, we request a 1 minute monologue. We suggest you practice your monologue in front of others that can give you feedback. The more times you can get feedback on a monologue, the better prepared you will be.
• Choose a monologue you are comfortable with and feel showcases your abilities. Dramatic, comedic, classic, it matters not. What matters is you do it well. See the “Resources” page on the website for some suggestions. The monologue should come from a play, not a movie or TV Show.
• Ask questions. If you have any questions about the show, please ask. Either e-mail at amiller@wths.net or jzimmerman@wths.net.
• Sign up for an Audition. Before auditioning please sign up for an audition. You will not be allowed to audition if you have not signed up. 
  
  

If you'd like to do extra prep, the Fall Play Script, Anon(ymous) is available online. Feel free to give it a read. 

Remember to cast your ballot thoughtfully. Read their posts, and choose your pick wisely. These young men and women will be your leaders and guides in Drama Club next year, and you want to have good strong representation. 

CAST YOUR BALLOT HERE

Read through the officer duties, so you understand what each position is.

Officer Duties

PRESIDENT

• In charge of Drama Club
• Runs majority of meetings
• Delegates tasks to other officers
• Assists other officers in their tasks

VICE-PRESIDENT

• Assists the President and takes over in President’s absence
• Updates Thespian Points

SECRETARY

• Takes minutes at all meetings
• Fills out induction forms
• Creates agendas/newsletters for meetings

SOCIAL CHAIR

• Plans events (field trips to Chicago Theatre, movie nights)
• Organizes service events for community
• Organizes Fan-O-Grams

COMMUNICATIONS / PUBLICITY OFFICER

• In charge of Drama Club’s Social Media Accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Others?)
• Plans and writes announcements before meetings
• Creates posters announcing Drama Club Events

JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE

• Compiles Photographs from throughout the year
• Supports other officers as needed.