Today, during lunch, The Putney Summer Summer Program came to TGS to discuss the opportunities available just up the hill! Fine arts and Performing arts, literary arts and musical selections were presented. Students were given brochures, and Rudi and Ona discussed their experiences as participants last summer. Julian Stolper, Erin Sternfels and Hannah Green are other alums who have attended. Ask your eighth grader about his or her interest in the program and e-mail me for more information. There is financial aid available and the offerings are exciting and extensive. I am happy to write and send the recommendation required.
Thank you, Laurie
Friday, January 20, 2012
Auditions
Below is the form Vicki has written for all of the upper school students. I will be going over it with them next week during planners, but I think they should take her relaxed and calm approach to heart. This is supposed to be FUN! Any questions can come to Alli, Vicki or me. Here we go - Laurie
Auditions 7th & 8th Grade
Happy Together - February 13th & 15th, 2012
SIDES:
Boys: Girls
Orlando P 7-8 Celia P.12 (bottom)
Oliver P11 Rosalind P48 (bottom)
LeBeau P21 Phoebe P51
Touchstone P42
Songs -
"So Far Away" - Top 2 verses
"I've Just Seen A Face" - whole song
"Red Rubber Ball" - First 2 Verses & Chorus
"Get Together" First 2 Verses & Chorus
"Dream A Little Dream of Me" First two verses thru "Just saying this...."
Do not freak out! Here are some THINGS TO BEAR IN MIND:
Whether you are reading or singing, a good audition is one where you can be heard and seen clearly and your position as the character in that moment is fully realized in your body and your voice. That means your intentions are clear and you are fully occupying the mind and body of the character you are reading.
To whom am I speaking? Am I speaking in monologue or in dialogue?
What am I saying and why?
What do I think about the person I am speaking to? What is my body language?
What is my motivation? What Do I want? Who am I convincing of what?
Am I speaking extempore or is my speech thought out? Have I been thinking about this a long time or did I just come up with it on the spot?
What is my tone? Am I joking, sarcastic, mad….? Does my tone change in the speech?
What are my tactics? Do my tactics change during the speech?
Be sure you know what every word in the speech means.
Cultivate movement with intention. Do not move unless it is part of your character.
Auditions 7th & 8th Grade
Happy Together - February 13th & 15th, 2012
SIDES:
Boys: Girls
Orlando P 7-8 Celia P.12 (bottom)
Oliver P11 Rosalind P48 (bottom)
LeBeau P21 Phoebe P51
Touchstone P42
Songs -
"So Far Away" - Top 2 verses
"I've Just Seen A Face" - whole song
"Red Rubber Ball" - First 2 Verses & Chorus
"Get Together" First 2 Verses & Chorus
"Dream A Little Dream of Me" First two verses thru "Just saying this...."
Do not freak out! Here are some THINGS TO BEAR IN MIND:
Whether you are reading or singing, a good audition is one where you can be heard and seen clearly and your position as the character in that moment is fully realized in your body and your voice. That means your intentions are clear and you are fully occupying the mind and body of the character you are reading.
To whom am I speaking? Am I speaking in monologue or in dialogue?
What am I saying and why?
What do I think about the person I am speaking to? What is my body language?
What is my motivation? What Do I want? Who am I convincing of what?
Am I speaking extempore or is my speech thought out? Have I been thinking about this a long time or did I just come up with it on the spot?
What is my tone? Am I joking, sarcastic, mad….? Does my tone change in the speech?
What are my tactics? Do my tactics change during the speech?
Be sure you know what every word in the speech means.
Cultivate movement with intention. Do not move unless it is part of your character.
Science Fair
The eighth graders will be hosting their science fair, along with 6th and 7th graders, on Friday, February 10. Specific times to follow, but they will be showing their work during the day. I am hopeful that parents as many parents as possible will make it to TGS to see their exhibits. Put it on your calendars now! Laurie
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