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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT, GTC The lights are indeed bright on Broadway. This one in this small southern city miles from that other one, the so called Great White Way (an allusion to the glow generated by the lights on theater marquees and billboard advertisements of the Times Square area, New York Evening Telegram, February 3, 1902 ). In our collective celebration we gather amidst artifacts that stand as testaments to the viability of investing in creative economies, fostering cultural programming as a basis for community building and economic development. The publicly held theaters on our college campuses, in our schools and cities; staffed by trained, working, professional artist who serve as government employees; bringing the vitality of living breathing theatre to the far flung corners of the country; enriching the lives of millions; this is the true foundation of our national theater! Each of you in your efforts contributes to the glow of this Greater White Way; work that is far more significant that anything that takes place on the old Wickquasgeck Trail. Let us recognize and celebrate that. Shine on! Lights - cue #1 – go!

----Jeffrey Green

MESSAGE FROM the V.P. of Local Programming, GTC Welcome to Columbus and the 2009 GTC Convention! My co-V.P. of Local Programming, Brenda May-Ito, and I have had a great time planning this one for you. This year’s theme, “The Lights Are Bright On Broadway”, partially stemmed from the fact that we are lucky enough to have here in Columbus a community so supportive of the arts that they allowed not one, but TWO $100 million+ capital campaigns to be successful in a 10 year period. Both of these campaigns had the arts as their central focus, and some of the fruits of these endeavors culminated in new construction and renovation in the downtown Columbus area---the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts (housing the Schwob School of Music, the Columbus Symphony, and the Columbus Ballet), the historic Springer Opera House (restored to it’s original Victorian splendor), and Theatre-On-The-Park (home of CSU’s Department of Theatre). Perhaps not coincidentally, these organizations are on---or just a stone’s throw away from---our own “Broadway”!

I have had the honor of working on Broadway shows, both as a designer’s assistant and through various costume houses that provide those magical garments that help transform actors into dreams. Just the word “Broadway” evokes in we theatre-folk a special tingle of ambition; the healthy kind that recognizes a standard of excellence to be achieved. What I have discovered over time, though, is that one doesn’t have to get to--- or be on---Broadway to achieve that excellence; it happens worldwide on thousands of personal “Broadways” all the time. Nobody was born “on Broadway”; every person I know (or know of) that has worked there came from the same places as you and me. They started in school, church, or community theatre. Perhaps their parents were supportive, perhaps not. They “did it”----acting, directing, costuming, scenery, props, lights, box office, ushering, cleaning, maintaining---even if others made fun of them for it. We do it because we love it, because we want to be better at it, perhaps because we want to be the best. Isn’t that why we’re here right now, to learn from each other, to better ourselves, and also to share our love of the craft? Let me share my Broadway with you. Our Broadway.

---Steven Graver

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Theatre-On-The-Park, Riverpark Campus, Downtown Columbus

The History of Columbus State UniversityThe history of Columbus State University is closely intertwined with that of Columbus. The idea for a junior college was first proposed by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce in 1949. Efforts by local citizens kept the idea alive by raising money to purchase the college's current site and developing plans for its administration. In 1958 when the law provided for the establishment of junior colleges in Georgia, Columbus State University opened at the renovated Shannon Hosiery Mill on Talbotton Road with 15 faculty members and nearly 300 students.

A move to our present location in 1963 ushered in a period of rapid expansion. In 1965 the Regents approved the college's application to become a four-year institution, and the first four-year class graduated in 1970. Master and specialist degrees were soon added. Community support continued and supplemented state funding to provide modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment. The college now offers more than 70 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Several of our academic programs have achieved national recognition.

Also, national attention is frequently focused on our athletic program. In NCAA Division II competition, our teams often achieve national ranking. Our baseball team has participated in the College World Series, and our golf team has won the national championship five times. Many of our athletes are named All-Americans, and last year, three of our golfers were named All-American Scholar Athletes, a testament to the idea that our athletes are scholars first.

As the only four-year institution in the governor's 17-county Economic Region 5, the university provides cultural enrichment, educational opportunities, and economic development assistance to the citizens, businesses, and industries located in the region. This regional perspective offers numerous opportunities for our students to become involved in research and community projects. It also has resulted in several off-campus sites being established to better serve our students.

The Department of Theatre is housed in the new Theatre and Art complex on the RiverPark Campus in downtown Columbus. This 125,000-square-foot space includes Theatre on the Park and the Corn Center for the Visual Arts. This state-of-the-art complex is the latest in a string of University projects that have helped revitalize Columbus' downtown area. Most efforts are centered on the University's Music, Theatre, and Art Departments, creating a downtown Fine and Performing Arts campus that may be unequaled, both in terms of facilities and in terms of community impact.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERSaturday, October 17, 2:00pmSpringer Opera House,Emily Woodruff Hall

As an actor and a mime, BILL BOWERS has performed throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He appeared on Broadway as Zazu in Disney's THE LION KING, and as Leggett in THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL His original shows, IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING, 'NIGHT SWEETHEART, 'NIGHT BUTTERCUP and UNDER A MONTANA MOON have been produced Off Broadway and received critical raves. Margo Jefferson of THE NEW YORK TIMES writes:"To watch Bill Bowers' collection of silent stories, UNDER A MONTANA MOON, was to see the technical elements of a European style that probably still brings Marcel Marceau to mind, joined to the American West. Mime can be wonderful - the air between him and us was his palette."Bill has performed on some of the most prestigious stages in America, including Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, The Kennedy Center, and regional theaters nationwide. His television credits include LAW AND ORDER, ONE LIFE TO LIVE, ALL MY CHILDREN, REMEMBER W.E.N.N., and Disney's OUT OF THE BOX. He is also featured in the film TWO WEEKS NOTICE with Sandra Bullock and Hugh Grant, and the online news channel THE ONION NETWORK.

-------------------------------------------------GET A PREVIEW OF BILL BOWERS’ PERFORMANCE STYLE AND LEARN SOME

MIME TECHNIQUES FROM AN ACKNOWLEDGED MASTER AT HIS“INFORMANCE!”

Saturday, October 17, Springer Opera House, Emily Woodruff Hall9:30 – 11:00am

2008-2009 GEORGIA THEATRE CONFERENCE EXECUTIVE BOARD

President Jeffrey Green, Georgia Southwestern State Univ.Executive Director Mary Norman, Colquitt County Arts CenterImmediate Past President H. Duke Guthrie, Valdosta State University

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The Springer Opera House cordially invites

GTC Members to attend Neil Simons’

“THE STAR-SPANGLED GIRL” Thursday, Friday, or Saturdayat the Convention Rate of $15

(regularly $35)7:30pm Showtime

V.P. for LocalProgramming Steven F. Graver, Columbus State UniversityCo-VP for Local Programming Brenda May Ito, Columbus State UniversityV.P. for Membership Ray Horne, RetiredTreasurer Don Cleary, Paine CollegeSecretary Deborah Liss-Green, Darton CollegeChair, College/University Alice Bristow, Berry CollegeVice Chair, College/University Kim Garcia, Columbus State UniversityChair, Community Theatre Ray Mannila, Georgia Southwestern State Univ.Vice Chair, Community Theatre OpenChair, Professional Theatre Jimmy Bickerstaff, Valdosta State UniversityVice Chair, Professional Theatre Lisa Abbott, Georgia Southern UniversityChair, Secondary Division Bill Murray, McIntosh High SchoolVice Chair, Secondary Division Tammy Fisher, Warner Robins High SchoolChair, Theatre for Youth Alton West, Dublin High SchoolVice Chair, Theatre for Youth Irmgard Schopen-Davis, Deerfield-Windsor SchoolSETC Audition Coordinator Kim Garcia, Columbus State UniversitySETC Representative H. Duke Guthrie, Valdosta State UniversitySecondary Auditions Coordinator Ricardo Ipina, Valdosta High SchoolHistorian Dean Slusser, Camden County High School

GEORGIA THEATRE CONFERENCE PRESIDENTS

1964 Don Kordecki 1980 Bolton Lunsford 1996 Amy Atwell1965 William Diamant 1981 Bolton Lunsford 1997 Connie Fritz1966 Don Kordecki 1982 Randy Wheeler 1998 Connie Fritz1967 Travis Rhodes 1983 Randy Wheeler 1999 Connie Fritz1968 Len Hirsch 1984 Tom Jeffrey 2000 Shelly Ellman1969 Len Hirsch 1985 Neal Fenter 2001 Shelly Ellman1970 Leighton M. Ballew 1986 Vic Lambert 2002 Dean Slusser1971 Ed Cabel 1987 Lynn Woody 2003 Dean Slusser1972 Wray Wessell 1988 Jay Willis 2004 Dean Slusser1973 Dennis Giesel 1989 Candice Coleman 2005 Dean Slusser1974 Lailah Feldman 1990 Bolton Lunsford 2006 H. Duke Guthrie1975 Jim Sligh 1991 Bolton Lunsford 2007 H. Duke Guthrie1976 Bob West 1992 Ray Horne 2008 Jeffrey Green1977 Hazel Hall 1993 Jacque Wheeler 2009 Jeffrey Green1978 Rick Rose 1994 Jacque Wheeler1979 Mary Hatfield 1995 Amy Atwell

CONVENTION SCHEDULE – WEDNESDAY, October 14, 2009Time Event/Presenter/ Description Location6:00-8:00pm Registration

TOTP Box OfficeRegister, pick up pre-registered ID tags, Pick up Conference information

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7:30 pm Adjudicators’ BriefingTOTP Studio Theatre

Secondary Play and Community Theatre Festival Competition Adjudicators

8:00-10:00pm Vendor/College Set-UpTOTP Grand Lobby

Vendors and College display set-up

8:00-10:00pm GTC Work SessionHospitality SuiteMarriott

Assemble Gift Bags, GTC Convention Planning, Last-minute problem-solving

10:00pm ReceptionHospitality SuiteMarriott

Meet and Greet

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CONVENTION SCHEDULE-- THURSDAY , October 15, 2009

Time Event/Presenter/ Description Location8am – 8pm Registration

TOTP Box OfficeRegister, pick up pre-registered ID tags, pick up Conference information

8am – 8pm Design CompetitionTOTP Costume Shop (2nd Fl.)

Set-up

8:15am GHSA Secondary School FestivalUniversity Hall, Main Campus

Load-ins begin

8:45am -10:00pm

GHSA Secondary School FestivalUniversity Hall, Main Campus

Performances (See separate schedule on p. 18) ALL

9am – 8pm Vendors’ Booths/College DisplaysTOTP Grand Lobby

Visit Booths/Displays

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SUITABILITY KEY FOR WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS“P” = Professional Theatre “C” = Community Theatre

“Y” = Theatre for Youth “HS” = High School Students “CU” = College/University Students “T” = High School/ College Teachers

“ALL” = Suitable for Everyone(Example: “HS/CU/T” means this workshop is suitable for High School and

College Students and their teachers)

“I never saw a Broadway show until I became an usher. I was first hired as an usher at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in 1959 during the run of The Sound of Music. I came over to the Palace when it opened as a legit house in 1966 with Sweet Charity. I love the Palace. It has history. We’ve had a lot of wonderful shows here…My favorite show was La Cage aux Folles. I watched that one more than any other…they were an especially nice cast. Most don’t have anything to do with the ushers, but La Cage had a lot of parties and they would invite us. Audiences aren’t much different from one show to the next, but those that came to La Cage were fun. A lot of the audience would come ‘dressed’, if you know what I mean. Some of them you couldn’t tell unless they spoke to you when you showed them to their seats. We were never sure who should be going to which bathroom. After a while, I stopped trying to figure it out…Usually people don’t give you much trouble. Occasionally we’ll have mix-ups about seats, and once in a while it will come to fisticuffs. Once a man came back out into the lobby and started punching the concession seller, saying he had gotten the wrong seat. The only way we could stop the fight was by screaming, ‘He’s not an usher! He’s not an usher!’ No one hits one of my ushers.

---Henrietta Derasmo, Chief Usher (The Palace Theatre, 30+ years)

9:00am SETC Secondary School FestivalTOTP Mainstage

Load-ins begin

9:30am – 8:10pm

SETC Secondary School FestivalTOTP Mainstage

Performance (See separate schedule on p. 17) ALL

9:00am – 10:20am

Improvisation!Laurel Crowe, Ga. Ensemble Th.TOTP, Studio Theatre

Fun and energetic improve exercises and games that focus on team work, ensemble, and communicating with your scene partner. Most exercises are based on Viola Spolin’s techniques. ALL

9:00am – 10:20am

Unarmed Stage CombatJason Hill, Camden Co. H.S.One Arsenal, Rm. 120

Students will learn basic techniques and principles of the craft of unarmed stage combat. A demonstration will be given on responding, striking, knapping, and falling during a choreographed stage fight. ALL

9:30am – 10:50am

Approaches to Healthy Voice Production, Including Your BeltMichael Elliott, Valdosta St. Univ.TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

Learn some basic skills and knowledge that will help you be stronger and healthier in your vocal production, whether it be legit singing, belting, or speaking on stage. Have music or a monologue ready if you would like to be considered as a volunteer. HS/CU

10:30am – 11:50am

Light Plots via OrigamiScott Parker, Columbus St. Univ.One Arsenal, Studio C

The super simple light plot for every lighting designer no matter what level of experience. This hands-on session will have everyone creating working plots with surprising accuracy in no time, using only plain paper, index cards, and pencils! ALL

11:00am – 11:50am

Improv 101Adam Archer,Springer Opera HouseOne Arsenal, Rm. 120

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels. We will cover the basic building blocks of improvisation through several games and exercises. If you are advanced this will be a great chance to brush up; if you have never done improve before then this workshop is for you! HS

2:00pm – 3:20pm

Unarmed Stage CombatJason Hill, Camden Co. H.S.One Arsenal, Rm. 120

Students will learn basic techniques and principles of the craft of unarmed stage combat. A demonstration will be given on responding, striking, knapping, and falling during a choreographed stage fight. ALL

CONVENTION SCHEDULE-- THURSDAY , October 15, 2009 (cont.)

Time Event/Presenter/ Description Location2:00pm – 2:50pm

Script Analysis and Design ConceptsShelly Ford, Augusta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

Presentation and discussion on script analysis for design students and how close reading, background research, and brain-storming ideas can result in unique, lively, and powerful interpretations for a play. HS/CU/C

2:00pm- 3:20pm

Intro to VectorWorks (CAD)Scott Parker, Columbus State Univ.One Arsenal, Computer Lab

Explore the theatrical use of VectorWorks, a computer-aided design program that is one of the standard programs used by theatrical scenic, lighting, and even sound designer to create the necessary paperwork for today’s complicated productions. Space limited to 20 participants; Observers are welcome. ALL

2:30pm -3:50pm

Angle and Color: How To Tell The Story With Light

An introductory workshop examining some of the controllable qualities of light: angle & color. We will look

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Krystal Kennel, Columbus St. Univ.TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

at examples of the dramatic potential of side light, uplight, and top light. Color and color mixing will be explored as students work together to tell a story with light. HS

2:30pm – 3:50pm

The Key That Unlocks The Door To Truthful Acting: The Meisner ApproachLarry McDonald, Columbus St. Univ.One Arsenal, Studio B

Students will be introduced to Sanford Meisner’s foundational exercise that allows an actor to be truly present and responsive to their acting partner and their own impulses. Includes a demonstration by advanced students on how to take the exercise to a text. HS/CU

3:00pm – 4:50pm

Viewpoints: Movement and PresenceLisa Abbott, Georgia SouthernTOTP, Studio Theatre

A brief introduction to the basic concepts behind Viewpoints work as a means to free the actor to work in space and time with a full sense of their physical being. Actors will work with movement improvisations and game that help them develop an awareness of composition in space. Lots of running and jumping and physical work, so come dressed and prepared to move! ALL

4:00pm – 4:50pm



4:00pm – 6:00pm

PLU ClassesBrenda May Ito, Dr. Becky Becker,Noel JordanOne Arsenal, Studio A

Classes for PLU Credit; Registered Teachers only(Schedule available at Registration window)

6:30pm – 8:20pm

Viewpoints for Discovering CharacterRex Austin Barrow, Andrew Coll.TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

Through the exploration of the Viewpoints of time and space, we will discover numerous tools that can be utilized by the actor for in-depth physical discovery of character. Take your stage life to the next level by learning a new set of tools for physical theatre. ALL

CONVENTION SCHEDULE -- THURSDAY , October 15, 2009 (cont.)


What’s Really Going On Here? A Director’s Guide to the Creative ProcessJimmy Bickerstaff, Valdosta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Studio C

A presentation on the process of collaborative creativity. In any act of performance, as with any act of writing, the “text” is attributable not to a single author or artist, but to the work and influence of numerous others. Understanding creative process is central to a director’s possibilities, to practicing it and to recognizing it when it presents itself. CU/C/P/T

7:00pm – 8:20pm

Unnatural Costume DesignLeon Wiebers, St. Mary’s Coll.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

This workshop will examine the use of unusual materials in costume design and unusual ways of incorporating standard materials and fabrics in costume design. Some materials included are metals, plastics, and papers. ALL

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5:30pm GTC Board MeetingHospitality RoomMarriott

10:00pm -11:30pm

GTC’s Got Talent!University Hall

Secondary Students only! Pre-registered entries perform for the judges! Winner performs at the award ceremony! HS

CONVENTION SCHEDULE -- FRIDAY, October 16, 2009Time Event/Presenter/ Description Location8am – 8pm Registration

TOTP Box OfficeRegister, pick up pre-registered ID Tags, Pick up Conference information

8am – 6:30 pm Design CompetitionAlice Bristow, C/U Division ChairTOTP Costume Shop (2nd Fl.)

Display entered submissions(Room closed 4pm-5pm for adjudication) Talk-Back 5-6: 30pm ALL

8:15am GHSA Secondary School FestivalUniversity Hall, Main Campus

Load-ins begin

8:30am – 12:00noon

Youth FestivalSt. Luke Ministry Center12th St. and Veteran’s Pkway

Load-In 8:30am – 9:30amPerformances (See separate schedule on p. 18)Respondent (Guest Judge) 10:00am and 11: 30am Y

8:45am -12:30pm

GHSA Secondary School FestivalTammy Fisher, Division Vice-ChairUniversity Hall, Main Campus

Performances (See separate schedule on p. 18) ALL

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“Whenever I am asked, ‘Carol, would you ever audition for a part?’ I enter into a lengthy dissertation because I do so dearly love to hear my own answer. I would like to say now that I would never take a job unless ‘the powers that be’ let me audition…Why are auditions so agonizing? We actors have got to learn to embrace them. Does it help to know that not only you are seeking the role, but those who are casting are hoping that you are the one for the role? You are there to aid and abet them. No, this doesn’t help because you haven’t had the exercise yet of flexing the particular muscles used uniquely by this character. You have only the character in mind and you hope your thoughts somehow come through. That’s one reason why auditions are agonizing---you are not ready….Auditions! I find, regarding them, that I am absolutely beside myself, but then beside myself has always been my favorite position.”

---Carol Channing, Actress (No For An Answer, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Hello, Dolly!)

!!! GTC’S GOT TALENT !!!CSU MAIN CAMPUS ---- UNIVERSITY HALL --- 10:00pm – 11:30pm

High School Students, Show Us What You’ve Got!Monologue It, Sing It, Dance It, Whatever!

Best Act Gets to Perform at Awards Ceremony Saturday Night!

9am – 8pm Vendors’ Booths/College DisplaysTOTP Grand Lobby

Visit Booths/Displays

9am SETC Secondary School FestivalTOTP Mainstage

Load-ins begin

9:00am – 10:50am

Viewpoints: Movement and PresenceLisa Abbott, Georgia SouthernSpringer Opera House, Arena

A brief introduction to the basic concepts behind Viewpoints work as a means to free the actor to work in space and time with a full sense of their physical being. Actors will work with movement improvisations and game that help them develop an awareness of composition in space. Lots of running and jumping and physical work, so come dressed and prepared to move! ALL

9:30am – 8:10pm

SETC Secondary School FestivalBill Murray, Division ChairTOTP Mainstage

Performance (See separate schedule on p. 17) ALL

9:30am – 10:50am

Angle and Color: How To Tell The Story With LightKrystal Kennel, Columbus St. Univ.TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

An introductory workshop examining some of the controllable qualities of light: angle & color. We will look at examples of the dramatic potential of side light, uplight, and top light. Color and color mixing will be explored as students work together to tell a story with light. HS

9:30am- 10:50am

All That Jazz!Cynthia Sigler, Ola High SchoolOne Arsenal, Rm. 120

Warm up your body, then hit the dance floor! Geared towards HS students, college students, and anyone else that wants to dance in theatre! Learn phrases from choreographed show tunes and gain confidence when auditioning for musicals. ALL

9:30am – 10:20am

Adjudicator Training Session IDean Slusser, Camden Co. SchoolsOne Arsenal, Studio A

Session 1 of 3: Orientation for participants who are interested in participating in voluntary adjudicator training program. Participants will review basic philosophy, purpose, and goals of adjudication and adjudicator training. Participants will also select a play to observe and evaluate for Session II.Session 2 of 3: Adjudicator training participants observe and critique a play from one of the GTC play festivals during afternoon. C/P/T

CONVENTION SCHEDULE -- FRIDAY, October 16, 2009 (cont.)

Time Event/Presenter/ Description Location10:00am – 11:20am



10:30am- 11:50am

Unnatural Costume DesignLeon Wiebers, St. Mary’s Coll.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

This workshop will examine the use of unusual materials in costume design and unusual ways of incorporating standard materials and fabrics in costume design. Some materials included are metals, plastics, and papers. ALL

11:00am – 11:50am

Acting With StatusDeborah Liss-Green, Darton College

Discover the immediate physical, vocal, and emotional power of status in both improvisation and scene work.

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One Arsenal, Studio A Keith Johnstone’s exercises for understanding and using status will result in a new addition to every young actor’s (and teacher’s) tool kit! This is a highly participatory and energetic workshop---get ready to move and to play! HS/CU/C/T

11:00am – 12:20pm

GTKGTC: Getting To Know GTCDean Slusser, Camden Co. Schools,Mary Norman, Colquitt Co. Arts Ctr.

First time at the Georgia Theatre Conference convention? Been coming a while, but want to learn more? Time to get involved in the GTC leadership? If the answer to any of these questions is “yes”, then please join us for an orientation to GTC. The session will include plenty of time for Q&A. ALL

11:30am – 12noon

Youth Division MeetingSt. Luke Ministry Center

Division Meeting

11:30am – 12:20pm



11:30am – 12:50am

Approaches to Healthy Voice Production, Including Your BeltMichael Elliott, Valdosta St. Univ.TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

Learn some basic skills and knowledge that will help you be stronger and healthier in your vocal production, whether it be legit singing, belting, or speaking on stage. Have music or a monologue ready if you would like to be considered as a volunteer. HS/CU

11:30am – 12:50pm

Intermediate Hip-Hop ChoreographyAlex Preston, Meredith Ellis; MercerSpringer Opera House, Arena

This workshop is for everyone who has an interest in the dance form of Hip-Hop.

HS/CU12 Noon Past Presidents’ Lunch

River Club (12th St. and Bay Ave.)Host: Hazel Hall-Brennan (GTC President, 1977)

1:00pm – 4:00pm

Community Theatre FestivalTOTP Studio Theatre

Load-in



Script Analysis and Design ConceptsShelly Ford, Augusta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Studio C

Presentation and discussion on script analysis for design students and how close reading, background research, and brain-storming ideas can result in unique, lively, and powerful interpretations for a play. HS/CU/C

2:00pm – 2:50pm

Makeup for Stage/Film: Old AgeEsther Iverson, Valdosta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

Go beyond your age and learn the makeup techniques necessary to make yourself appear older on stage. Easy instructions for anyone to follow. ALL

2:00pm – 2:50pm

Intro to ActingBarrett Scroggs, Columbus St. Univ.St. Luke Ministry Ctr.

A firefighter needs a ladder. A cook needs a measuring cup, Learn about the special tools that actors use to do their job!(Workshop for Youth Theatre Festival Only!) Y

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2:00pm – 3:20pm

Suzuki Sampler: Physical Actor Training from the EastHaley Rice, Columbus St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 120

Get in touch with your own strength and energy through Suzuki. Developed by Tadashi Suzuki and based on Noh Theatre, Suzuki training develops the actor’s voice, body, and strength of will. This workshop will test the participant’s focus and give them insight into their own power. You will be sweaty and proud of yourself by the end of this session. Please wear thick socks and bring water. ALL

2:30pm – 3:20pm

What You’re NOT SayingGina Moore, Crosswalk USA, Inc.One Arsenal, Studio B

This workshop focuses on silence as a powerful tool and features exercises to improve your skilss in subtext and inner monologue. Especially good for novice actors or veterans with minimal training in these skills.(Limit:16 participants) HS/C

2:30pm – 3:50pm

Anne Bogart’s Viewpoints Composition and Stage Combat as Actor TrainingPamela Sears, Armstrong Atl.;Thomas Keating, Charleston Southern TOTP, Lab Theatre (2nd Fl.)

When stage combat choreography is combined with Anne Bogart’s Viewpoints, workshop participants will experience a synthesis of two often seemingly divergent tasks. Participants will be introduced to the nine viewpoints methods of exploration and then be tart unarmed stage combat choreography. The workshop will culminate in the marriage of the two explored facets of actor training. HS/CU

3:00pm – 3:50pm

Youth Division MeetingAlton West, Division ChairSt. Luke Ministry Ctr.

Division Meeting

3:00pm – 3:50pm

Co-Directing: Co-Operation or Coercion?Duke Guthrie, Valdosta St. Univ.;Phillip Jones, Student, Valdosta One Arsenal, Studio A

A professor and a student decide to co-direct a production; was the idea silly or valuable? Is the process schizophrenic or manageable? Are the results successful or disastrous? A post-mortem of sorts by Duke Guthrie (the professor) and Phillip Jones (the student) on their production of ALMOST, MAINE by John Cariani. HS/CU/T

3:00pm – 4:50pm

Viewpoints for Discovering CharacterRex Austin Barrow, Andrew Coll.Springer Opera House, Arena

Through the exploration of the Viewpoints of time and space, we will discover numerous tools that can be utilized by the actor for in-depth physical discovery of character. Take your stage life to the next level by learning a new set of tools for physical theatre. ALL



SETC Screening AuditionsStudio Hall, RiverCenter/ Schwob School of Music;Kim Garcia, Coordinator

Mandatory Briefing for Auditionees #1-120, 3:00pm Auditions 3:30pm – 8:00pm

T3:30pm – 4:50pm

Technical Solutions for Programs Without Technical PeopleKeith Pugh, Valdosta St. Univ.

A round-table discussion geared for theatre programs without TD’s. High School teachers are encouraged to attend as we explore specific technical theatre questions they may have for upcoming productions. T

4:00pm – 4:50pm

Acting With StatusDeborah Liss-Green, Darton CollegeOne Arsenal, Studio A

Discover the immediate physical, vocal, and emotional power of status in both improvisation and scene work. Keith Johnstone’s exercises for understanding and using

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status will result in a new addition to every young actor’s (and teacher’s) tool kit! This is a highly participatory and energetic workshop---get ready to move and to play! HS/CU/C/T

4:00pm – 4:50pm

Makeup for Stage/Film: WoundsEsther Iverson, Valdosta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

Easy makeup techniques for stage or Halloween. Learn how to do bruises, black eyes, gunshot wounds, cuts, etc. Amaze and scare your friends. ALL

4:00pm – 7:00pm



4:00pm – 9:00pm

Community Theatre FestivalRay Mannila, Division ChairTOTP Studio Theatre

Mandatory Tech Briefing – 4:00- 5:00pm, Tech Rehearsals 7:00pm – 10:00pm

5:00pm – 6:20pm

Design/ Poster Competition Talk-Back/Portfolio ReviewLeon Weibers, St. Mary’s CollegeTOTP Costume Shop (2nd. Fl.)

Guest Artist responds to designers entered in competition and critiques selected portfolios from the audience. Please bring your college design portfolio if you wish to be critiqued. ALL

5:30pm – 7:00pm

Breaking Down WallsPaul Pierce, Producing Artistic Dir., Springer Opera HouseFoley Hall

Many “professional regional theatres” are partnering with ‘college drama departments”, some “community theatres” have big budgets for professional actors, “university theatres” have faculty who are really resident professional artists and some “professional theatre companies” are running large actor training programs. Do these terms really MEAN anything anymore? The answer is increasingly “no”. But this opens up huge opportunities for America’s emerging theatre artists, designers, technicians and educators. Are you ready for the New Wave in American Theatre? Find out in this interactive panel discussion led by Paul R. Pierce, Producing Artistic Director of the Springer Opera House. ALL

6:00pm – 6:50pm

Minute by MinuteJackie Daniels, Dalton St. CollegeOne Arsenal, Rm. 120

An acting technique workshop to help understand, develop, and sustain characterization. Beginning with neutrality and working into an understanding of objective and obstacle, the workshop will assist an actor with scripted character and subtext. The process draws from several renowned acting teachers. HS/CU/C



What You’re NOT SayingGina Moore, Crosswalk USA, Inc.One Arsenal, Studio B

This workshop focuses on silence as a powerful tool and features exercises to improve your skilss in subtext and inner monologue. Especially good for novice actors or veterans with minimal training in these skills.(Limit:16 participants) HS/C

6:30pm – 7:00pm

All-Convention MeetingJeff Green, GTC President TOTP Lab Theatre, 2nd Fl.

Present slate of Officers for nomination, open nominations ALL

6:30pm – 7:20pm

Portfolios for Theatre Marketing and ManagementStephanie Slusser, Georgia Ensb. Th.

For students interested in Management and Marketing positions in the arts, or students interested in displaying administrative work in a portfolio.

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One Arsenal, Studio C HS/CU6:30pm -7:50pm

The Liar’s Club: An Actor’s Approach to Using PropsJames Harbour, Georgia SouthernOne Arsenal, Rm. 114

Through the use of the participants’ own objects, this workshop will develop a technique for approaching the use of props in a performance. Participants are encouraged to bring small items that have a personal significance for them to use in this workshop. HS/CU

7:00pm – 7:50pm

Adjudicator Training Session IIIDean Slusser, Camden Co. Schools

Session 3 of 3: Participants deliver an oral critique of the play viewed as Session 2. The trainer will deliver an oral evaluation and lead discussion on each participant’s delivery in terms of style and content. C/T

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Guest Artists ReceptionWC Bradley Gallery, Front Ave, between 11th and 12th Streets

Sponsored by W.C. Bradley and Co.; Wine, beer, and light hors d’oeuvres to celebrate our guest artists in an art gallery overlooking the river. 21yrs.+ only, please.

9:30pm -10:30pm

Joseph Golden Plays BroadwayLegacy Hall, RiverCenter/ Schwob School of Music

ALL-CONVENTION EVENT: An hour of B’way showtunes, with a sing-a-long finale! Free event, but will require ticket for entrance. ALL

10:30pm -12 midnight+

BROADSTOCK-College DanceAlpha Psi Omega, HostsTOTP Mainstage, Grand Lobby

First convention “event” for college students ONLY! Broadway meets Woodstock: come feel the groovy vibe and wear your most psychedelic duds! Dance on the Mainstage, Refreshments in the Lobby! CU

10:30pm-12 midnight

No-Shame TheatreSpringer Opera House, Foley Hall

“No Holds Barred” theatre event for 18yrs+; $5 cover for participants/observers. Sign-up for performers begins 10pm at Springer (first come, first served) CU/C

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NO-SHAME THEATREFOLEY HALL, SPRINGEROPERA HOUSE Friday, Oct. 16, 2009, $5, 10pm sign-up; 10:30 showSign up to perform “anything” for 5 minutes! Rules: Nothing illegal in GA or USA; don’t damage the space or each other;18 or older (will be carded!)

8:00am – 1:00pm

RegistrationTOTP Box Office

Register, pick up pre-registered ID tags, pick up Conference information

8:00am – 4:00pm

SETC Screening AuditionsStudio Theatre, RiverCenter/ Schwob School of Music;Kim Garcia, Coordinator

Mandatory Briefing for Auditionees #121-250, 8amAuditions 8:30am – 2pmAdjudicator Talk-Back 3:00pmFinalist/Alternate #’s Posted 3:30pm T

8:00am – 12:00noon

Secondary/ Jr. College AuditionsRicardo Ipina, Division Vice ChairTOTP Lab Theatre and Costume Shop (2nd Floor)

8:00am Check-In; 9:00am Auditions; Tech Audition displays set up in Costume Shop; Warm-ups in Green Room (1st Floor, behind Mainstage) T

9:00am – 12:00noon

Community Theatre FestivalRay Mannila, Division ChairTOTP Studio Theatre

Performances (see separate schedule on p. 19) ALL

8:00am – 2:00pm



9:00am – 5:00pm

Vendors’ Booths/ College DisplaysTOTP Grand Lobby

Visit Vendors and College Displays

9:00am – 12:00noon

Tech Challenge!TOTP Mainstage

Secondary Div. “Battle of the Techies”! Quickest Drop Fold, Quickest Costume Change, Etc. HS

9:00am – 10:20am

Improv Games ExchangeBill Murray, McIntosh High SchoolOne Arsenal, Rm. 120

Do you have a favorite theatre game that you are interested in sharing? Come to this interactive theatre game workshop prepared to teach your favorite theatre game. Please bring written instructions for the game. Games presented during the workshop will be exchanged via email after GTC. Come prepared to participate! ALL

9:00am – 10:20am

You Have To Start SomewhereDean Slusser, Camden Co. SchoolsOne Arsenal, Studio A

A roundtable discussion and networking session, led by a veteran theatre teacher, will offer new and struggling teachers information, ideas, and support on everything from selecting and directing the one-act play to building support for your programs, to developing a full-scale theatre program. Specific topics for discussion will be determined by the participants’ needs. T

9:00am – 10:20am

August Wilson 101Dr. Shondrika Moss-Bouldin, Soulploitation/Acting Up!, LLCOne Arsenal, Rm. 114

This workshop will provide an overview of August Wilson’s work and utilize performance and literary techniques. ALL

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9:30am – 11:00am

“INFORMANCE!”Bill Bowers, Guest ArtistSpringer Opera House, Emily Woodruff Hall

Come learn mime technique from a master! This fast, fun, and informative session is interactive and will provide you new tools for physicalizing character. See the methods Mr. Bowers uses to create the pieces you’ll see during his Keynote Address. ALL

9:30am – 10:50am



10:30am – 11:20am

How Your School Can Prevent Bullying: BULLIES, the MUSICAL!Robin Seidman, Jeff Dess; Cobb Co. SchoolsOne Arsenal, Studio C

Intervention counselor Jeff Dess will share his strategies for preventing bullying behavior, and relay how Bullies, the Musical (a 5-character, 45 minute show appropriate for presentation by schools and communities) can comedically/musically address the issues of bullying. Y/HS/CU/C

11:00am – 11:50am

GATE MeetingDean Slusser, Camden Co. SchoolsOne Arsenal, Studio A

The Georgia Association for Theatre Education has existed on paper for several years, but with limited activity. The purpose of this meeting is to provide members and/or potential members of the organization with the opportunity to rebuild or dissolve the corporation. ALL

11:00am – 11:50am

Makeup for Stage/Film: WoundsEsther Iverson, Valdosta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

Easy makeup techniques for stage or Halloween. Learn how to do bruises, black eyes, gunshot wounds, cuts, etc. Amaze and scare your friends. ALL

11:00am – 12:20pm

Dance For Your LifeRichard Frazier, Columbus St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 120

A dance workshop geared towards having fun while getting some exercise. Suited for all experience levels, there is something here for everyone in this Broadway style dance workshop. So come out, shake what you’ve got, and have a blast! ALL

12:00pm – 12:30pm

Community Division Mtg.Ray Mannila, Division ChairTOTP Studio Theatre

Division Meeting (immediately following Community Theatre Festival)

12:00noon – 1:20pm

Light Plots via OrigamiScott Parker, Columbus St. Univ.One Arsenal, Studio C

The super simple light plot for every lighting designer no matter what level of experience. This hands-on session will have everyone creating working plots with surprising accuracy in no time, using only plain paper, index cards, and pencils! ALL

12:00noon – 1:30pm

New Play ReadingSpringer Opera House, Foley Hall

Reading of the Winner of the Professional Division Playwriting Competition, Eightythree Down by J. Stephen Brantley.***Contains adult themes and language ALL

12:30pm – 1:20pm

No “I” in “Team”Gina Moore, Crosswalk, USA, Inc.TOTP Mainstage

This workshop explores ideas for building ensemble within your acting troupe and your cast and will help you discover what you as an individual actor bring into that “big picture” of ensemble. LEAVE YOUR EGO AT THE DOOR. (Limit: 15 participants) HS

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12:30pm – 1:20pm

Makeup for Stage/Film: Old AgeEsther Iverson, Valdosta St. Univ.One Arsenal, Rm. 114

Go beyond your age and learn the makeup techniques necessary to make yourself appear older on stage. Easy instructions for anyone to follow. ALL

12:30pm – 1:20pm

BA, BFA, MA, MFA, PhD: Which Is Best For Me?Alice Bristow, Berry CollegeOne Arsenal, Studio A

What do all of these letters mean? This workshop, directed towards secondary students, will explain the different degree programs offered by colleges and universities, and the pro’s and con’s of each degree. HS

1:30pm – 2:00pm

Professional Division Mtg. Jimmy Bickerstaff, Division ChairFoley Hall, Springer Opera House

Division Meeting

2:00pm – 3:00pm

KEYNOTE SPEAKEREmily Woodruff Hall, Springer Opera House

ALL-CONVENTION EVENT: BILL BOWERSGifted Mime and Broadway actor Bill Bowers performs selected pieces from his show Under a Montana Moon, and then talks about his career and development as a successful performer/director/teacher. ALL

3:30pm – 4:20pm

Minute by MinuteJackie Daniels, Dalton St. CollegeOne Arsenal, Rm. 120

An acting technique workshop to help understand, develop, and sustain characterization. Beginning with neutrality and working into an understanding of objective and obstacle, the workshop will assist an actor with scripted character and subtext. The process draws from several renowned acting teachers. HS/CU/C

3:30pm – 4:20pm

G.R.E.A.T. Fellows Mtg.Jeff Green, GTC PresidentTOTP, Mainstage

3:30pm- 4:30pm

Secondary Division Mtg.Bill Murray, Division ChairTOTP Lab Theatre, 2nd Fl.

Division Meeting

3:30pm – 4:50pm

The Actor Should Be Prepared: An Audition WorkshopDr. Shondrika Moss-Bouldin, Soulploitation/Acting Up! LLCOne Arsenal, Rm. 114

This workshop will give advice to actors on how to successfully audition for professional theatre and film. If time permits, actors may present a one-minute monologue for critique. HS/CU/P

3:30pm – 4:50pm

Step! Kick! Turn!Dureyea Collier, Columbus St. UnivSpringer Opera House, Arena

If you are Broadway-bound, then this is the workshop for you. You will be taught basic dance movements and then be able to apply them through choreography and freestyle movement. In the end, you will be able to Step, Kick, and Turn your way to the top! HS/CU

4:00pm – 5:00pm

College/University Division Mtg. Alice Bristow, Division ChairTOTP Lab Theatre, 2nd Fl.

Division Meeting

5:00pm – 6:00pm

All-Convention MeetingJeff Green, GTC PresidentTOTP Mainstage

Open to all members

8:00pm – 9:30pm

GTC 2009 Awards CeremonyLegacy Hall, RC/ Schwob School of Music

Awards for Festival winners and special recognition ALL

9:30pm – 11:30pm

DANCETOTP, Studio Theatre and Lobby

After-Awards Secondary Division Dance HS/T

SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHEDULE—SETC FESTIVALThursday, October 15---Theatre-On-The-Park Mainstage

Beginning Time Play School

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9:00 am LOAD-IN MORNING SHOWS9:30 am “Nightingale” SE Whitfield High School10:35 am “Fortress” Lambert High School11:40 am “The Remarkable Susan” Jackson High School12:40-1:45 pm LUNCH BREAK/LOAD-IN FOR

AFTERNOON SHOWS1:45 pm “Guys and Dolls, Jr.” Bleckley County High School2:50 pm “Tuesdays With Morrie” Harlem High School3:55 pm “Candid” Perry High School4:55-6 pm DINNER BREAK/ LOAD-IN

FOR EVENING SHOWS6:00 pm “The Yellow Boat” Camden County High School7:05 pm “Snoopy” Greater Atlanta Christian School

SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHEDULE—SETC FESTIVALFriday, October 16---Theatre-On-The-Park Mainstage

Beginning Time Play School9:00 am LOAD-IN MORNING SHOWS9:30 am “Fools” Buford High School10:35 am “The Tell-Tale Heart” Henry County High School11:40 am “My Gypsy Robe” Franklin County High School12:40-1:45 pm LUNCH BREAK/LOAD-IN FOR

AFTERNOON SHOWS1:45 pm “They’re Playing Our Song” Davidson Fine Arts2:50 pm “Troy Women” DeKalb School of the Arts3:55 pm “Shoes Along The Highway” McIntosh High School4:55-6 pm DINNER BREAK/ LOAD-IN

FOR EVENING SHOWS6:00 pm “Little Shop of Horrors” North Spring Charter High School7:05 pm “Arabian Nights” Milton High School

SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHEDULE—GHSA FESTIVALThursday, October 15---University Hall, Main Campus

Beginning Time Play School

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“Even with the success I enjoyed as a young character actress in motion pictures, I yearned to work on Broadway. I knew I had not really arrived professionally until I had faced those Broadway critics and audiences...People who make a life in the theatre are an extraordinary lot. The passion, discipline, and hard-knocks schooling necessary to succeed place them among the most compassionate and committed people I have known.”

---Angela Lansbury, Actress (Mame, Dear World, Gypsy, Sweeney Todd)

8:15 am LOAD-IN MORNING SHOWS8:45 am “Death of a Salesman”-Act 2 Rabun County High School10:00 am “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest” Brookstone High School11:15 am “Wiley and the Hairy Man” Manchester High School12:30 – 1:30 pm LUNCH BREAK/LOAD-IN FOR

AFTERNOON SHOWS1:30 pm “A Mother In My Head” Hart County High School2:45 pm “The Murderous Mansion of Mr. Uno” Glynn Academy High School4:00 pm “The Frogs” Marist School5:15 – 6:15 pm DINNER BREAK/ LOAD-IN FOR

EVENING SHOWS6:15 pm “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” Cook County High School7:30 pm “Anatomy of Gray” Warner Robins High School8:45 pm “Save The Dance” Ola High School

SECONDARY SCHOOL SCHEDULE—GHSA FESTIVALFriday, October 16---University Hall, Main CampusBeginning Time Play School8:15 am LOAD-IN MORNING SHOWS8:45 am “The Wise Men of Chelm” Eastside High School10:00 am “The Curious Savage” Hardaway High School11:15 am “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” North Cobb Christian School

THEATRE FOR YOUTH FESTIVAL SCHEDULE—Friday, October 16---St. Luke Ministry Center, 12th Street and Veteran’s Pkwy.Beginning Time Play Theatre or School8:30am Load-In9:30 am “Show #1” Theatre #110:30 am “Senora Tortuga” Columbus State University

COMMUNITY THEATRE FESTIVAL SCHEDULE—Saturday, October 17---Studio Theatre, Theatre-on-the-ParkBeginning Time Play Theatre9:00 am “The Open Meeting” Sumter Players

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“One day my mother took me on the train to Boston. We saw Life With Father at the Wilbur Theatre--and I came home on the train clutching my first Playbill. From that day on I never wanted to be anything but an actor on the stage. I pored over that little Playbill until it began to crumble. It was my only connection to the reality of that magical trip to Boston…Many years later…someone slipped a Playbill under my dressing room door. There it was again, my only connection with yet another magical trip. This time it was New York City…1962…the Winter Garden Theatre…the opening night of Nowhere to Go but Up. I read my first ‘bio’ over and over. Especially that last line, ‘This is her first Broadway show.’ It had to be true. I read it in Playbill.”

---Dorothy Loudon, Actress (Annie, Ballroom, Noises Off)

10:30 am “The Lion In Winter” Colquitt County Players

LEIGHTON BALLEW AWARDFOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THEATRE IN GEORGIA

1981 Charlton Heston 1992 Randy Wheeler 2000 Hazel Hall1982 Leighton Ballew 1993 Mickey Foreman 2001 Frank Wittow1983 Lynn Wooddy 1994 Bolton Lunsford 2002 Roy Lewis1984 Norma Boyer 1995 Ed Robbins 2003 Chris Manos1985 Roberta Winters 1996 Vic Lambert 2004 Tom Jeffrey1988 Jim Sligh 1997 Don Kordecki 2005 Cliff Jones1990 Ray Horne 1998 Jay Willis 2006 Dean Slusser

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show broadway and the world that

Georgia theatre cares !

vote for the best entry!one dollar per vote !!!

vote as many times as you can!the hat with the most vote wins!!!

hats will be “modeled” at the awards ceremony Saturday night and

the winner will be announced

campaign for your favorite entry!let’s raise as much as we can for this

worthwhile cause !!!all proceeds will be donated to

broadway cares/equity fights aids“I sensed A Chorus Line was a hit when I received an order for eight top hats for the understudies [in addition to the hats for the principles]. Soon after the company moved uptown to the Shubert Theatre, in July of 1975, I received another order for an additional set of top hats for the entire company. That day I knew A Chorus Line was going to be around for a long time. So I decided to keep track of how many top hats I made. Seventeen years later [1992] I have made, by my last count, 706 top hats for the numerous casts on Broadway, three national tours, bus and truck companies, two London productions, and the current international tour. In all that time, I have never tired of making them. I will always love A Chorus Line.

---Woody Shelp, Milliner

1991 Fred Chappel 1999 Jacque Wheeler 2007 Elaine Malone2008 Vicki Pennington

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN THE FIELD OF THEATRE

2002 Margaret Edson 2006 Susan Weiner 2009 Ron Anderson2003 Tom Key 2007 Jeff Foxworthy 2009 Paul Pierce2004 Richard Garner 2008 Fred Chappel

THE R. LYNN WOODDY BEST PLAY RECIPIENT

1994 Davidson Fine Arts 2002 Greater Atlanta Christian1995 Greater Atlanta Christian 2003 Greater Atlanta Christian1996 Savannah Country Day 2004 North Springs High School1997 Greater Atlanta Christian 2005 Gainesville High School1998 Harrison High School 2006 Davidson Fine Arts1999 Northside High School 2007 Davidson Fine Arts2000 Harlem High School 2008 South Forsyth High School2001 North Springs High School

GEORGIA THEATRE HALL OF FAMEThe Georgia Theatre Hall of Fame was established by the board of directors of the Georgia

Theatre Conference in 2008 to recognize the exemplary contributions and accomplishments of theatre practitioners from, or working in, the state of Georgia.

2008 - Inaugural Class

Leighton Ballew Connie Fritz Tom Key Dean SlusserHazel Hall Brennan Richard Garner Don Kordecki Susan WeinerEd Cabel Dennis Giesel Vic Lambert Bob WestWilliam Diamant Mary Hatfield Bolton Lunceford Jacque Wheeler

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“As I get older, I find I am asked more and more frequently: ‘How do you get started in the theatre? How do you get a foot in the door? How do you begin?’ (Sometimes I even find I am asking myself these questions!) The truth is, it is a cumulative process: you make a phone call, you have a friend, you get some sort of job, you meet a stage manager, you get a better job (now you are sweeping out an off-off-off-Broadway theatre), you meet a producer, you become an assistant company manager, etc., etc., etc. This is a difficult process to explain to a twenty-two year-old fresh out of drama school and full of ambition, enthusiasm---and information. This is an even more difficult process to explain to the parents of a twenty-two-year-old. ‘Congratulations! You have just paid a jillion dollars to put your child through school, and if he is lucky, he will get a job sweeping out a theatre and maybe meet someone.”

---Emanuel Azenberg, Producer (Chapter Two, California Suite, Brighton Beach Memoirs, Broadway Bound, Lost in Yonkers,

Ain’t Misbehavin’, Sunday In The Park With George)

Shelly Ellman Len Hirsch Chris Manos Randy WheelerLailah Feldman Ray Horne Travis Rhodes Jay WillisNeal Fenter Tom Jeffrey Ed Robbins Roberta WintersMickey Foreman Cliff Jones Rick Rose Frank WittowJeff Foxworthy Wray Kessell Jim Sligh Lynn Wooddy

2009

Jeff Adler Ron Anderson Rosemary NewcottLisa Adler Mark Costello Paul Pierce

GTC G EORGIA R EPERTORY E NSEMBLE OF A RTISTS AND T HEATRE

(G.R.E.A.T.) F ELLOWS The purpose of the GTC G.R.E.A.T. Fellows Program is to recognize the professional status and accomplishments of teaching artists working in public and private educational institutions within

the state. This program of the Georgia Theatre Conference also serves as a vehicle for the production of inter-agency scholarship/creative activity.

Practicing Fellows

Stuart Beaman (Assoc.) Jim Hammond (Fellow) Victoria Pennington (Fellow)Larry Cook (Assoc.) James Harbor (Fellow) Pamela Zeigler Sears (Assoc.)Tommy Cox (Fellow) Stanley Longman (Honorary) Daniel Tracy (Assoc.)Shelly Ellman (Fellow) Scott Mann (Assoc.) Jacque Wheeler (Fellow)Byron Grant (Fellow) Peter Mellen (Honorary) Randy Wheeler (Fellow)Steven Graver (Fellow) Ray Paolino (Fellow)

2009 Recipients

John Ammerman (Assoc.) Marty Lynch (Assoc.) Mical Whitaker (Assoc.)Dr. Becky Becker (Assoc.) Kathleen McManus (Fellow) Cynthia Zigler (Assoc.)Michael Elliott (Assoc.) Catherine Shaeffer (Assoc.)

ALL-CONVENTION EVENTJOSEPH GOLDEN plays BROADWAY

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CONTRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS OF THE ONE-ACT PLAYWRITING COMPETITIONEIGHTYTHREE DOWN by J. Stephen Brantley (Professional)

SAVE THE DANCE by Regan Corder (Secondary)

JOIN YOUR FELLOW CONVENTION-GOERS FRIDAY 0CT0BER 16, 9:30-10:30PM, LEGACY HALL

RiverCenter/Schwob School of Musicas JOSEPH GOLDEN, CSU’s director of opera, professor of organ, and coordinator of music history and literature, takes you on a rollicking romp through some of Broadway’s finest music, aided by Columbus State University students (with a salute to the unsung “backstage” heroes of theatre), and performed on a Steinway concert grand piano and the one-of-a-kind Jordan Organ. This event culminates in an audience sing-a-long you won’t want to miss! (NOTE: This is a ticket-controlled event; please pick up a free ticket at the GTC Registration Window at Theatre-on-the-Park starting Friday Morning)

Biographies

Lisa Abbott (“Viewpoints—Movement and Presence”; Vice Chair, Professional Division) is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Georgia Southern University. Ms. Abbott has worked from coast to coast as a director, instructor, and stage manager. She recently left Portland, Oregon where she served as the Co-Artistic Director of Pavement Productions and taught acting and directing at the University of Portland and Clark College. She has trained with SITI company members in Viewpoints and Suzuki techniques and has been working with this approach to actor training and production development for the last 8 years.

Adam Archer (“Improv 101”) is the Assistant Education Coordinator for The Springer Opera House. He graduated with a BSEd in Theatre Education from Columbus State University and has worked at several different theatres from Minnesota to Virginia. Adam has studied “improv” for many years and teaches it at the Springer Theatre Academy. He also heads up the No Shame “improv” troupe here in Columbus.

Rex Austin Barrow (“Viewpoints for Discovering Character”) is the Fine Arts Division Coordinator and Director of the Department of Theatre at Andrew College, and has a MFA in Directing from the University of Arkansas. His recent accomplishments include directing the feature film Stripped, Bear which just received its final cut premiere. Rex has been studying physical theatre for more than twelve years.

Dr. Becky Becker (“Devising Oral History Performance: An Act of Community Engagement”) teaches theatre history and playwriting in the Department of Theatre at Columbus State University. She has conceived and directed several oral history performances, including Collected Lives: Memory in Motion, a remembrance of the Civil Rights Movement, Westville: Collected Lives in History, and most recently, Bibb City Collected Lives from a Mill Town with collaborator, Dr. Amanda Rees.

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“For many years an integral part of the mythology of Broadway was the drama of opening night---the arrival of a glamorous audience, the tension backstage, the even greater tension between the time the critics dashed up the aisle and the moment the early editions of the papers rolled off the presses, and finally the jubilation of success. This element of Broadway ritual has long been in decline…it no longer glitters. There isn’t much glamour left. Noel and Marlene no linger glide into their aisle seats as the houselights dim. These days closing performances are likely to be more exciting than openings. [The audience] is full of people who know how much a last performance means to the performers. Being in a long-running show takes on the protective aura of dwelling in the Garden of Eden; the final performance has a special kind of energy, a desperate desire to make the most of things before the Expulsion…On all these evenings, what seems to be constant is the active, nay, the aggressive, participation of the audience. We live in a society that does not encourage overt displays of emotion. One of the exceptions is a leave-taking, when we can be as blubbery as we wish. Closing nights allow us to declare our love for performers, our love for the theatre, with the lack of restraint that might seem gauche or excessive during the normal run. On these occasions, parting is unusually sweet sorrow.”

---Howard Kissel, Theatre Critic (New York Daily News)

Dr. Jimmy Bickerstaff (“What’s Really Going On Here?”), a professional and educational stage director for over twenty years, is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Valdosta State University and author of “Collaborative Theatre/Creative Artist,” which appeared in the journal, World Futures (64.4) published by Routledge in May-June 2008.

J.Stephen Brantley (winner of 2009 One-Act Playwriting competition) has been commissioned by Lincoln Center Director's Lab and Performance Space 122, where his Distortion Taco was named a Village Voice Pick Of The Year. Other plays include Hard Sparkle, Good God Enters Flossing, Struck, and The Jamb, which opens in Los Angeles in January 2010. His award-winning one-act Break has been produced in NYC, LA, New Orleans, Provincetown and Dublin. Mr. Brantley is a graduate of NYU's Experimental Theatre Wing and a member of the Dramatists Guild.

Alice Bristow (“BA, BFA, MA, MFA, PhD: Which is Best For Me?”, Chair, College/University Division) is and Associate Professor of Theatre at Berry College. She holds a BFA in Theatre, with emphasis in Costume Design and Musical Theatre from Missouri State University, and an MFA in Costume Design from Indiana University. She has taught in both BA and BFA programs.

Don Cleary (Adjudicator, GTC Treasurer) teaches at Paine College.

Dureyea Collier (“Step! Kick! Turn!”) has been trained in Ballet, Contemporary , Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Broadway and African Dance. He is currently a student at Columbus State University. There he has directed and/or choreographed many productions including CSU’s Fall 2008 production of Bat Boy. His choreography earned him a nomination for KCACTF’s SSDC Student Director Fellowship Program.

Laurel Crowe (“Improvisation!” is the Education Associate for Georia Ensemble Theatre’s Conservatory. She received her BA in Speech and Theatre Arts from the University of West Georgia. Ms. Crowe is an instructor of voice, scene study and improvisation at GET as well as the director for performance camp and this year’s Theatre for Young Audiences production of River Rat and Cat.

Jackie Daniels (“Minute by Minute”) BA University of Mississippi; MFA University of Mississippi; 25 years directorial experience in secondary, college, and community theatre; 15 years teaching theatre at the secondary level; 5 years teaching at the college level; adjudicator for region literary and one-act competitions in Arkansas and Georgia; winner of region and state competitions at literary and one-act.

Jeff Dess (“Bullies: the Musical! – How Your School Can Help Prevent Bullying!”) is a counselor in Cobb County, and is author of Turn Up The Music.

Michael Elliott (“Approaches to Healthy Vocal Production, Including your Belt”) is an Assistant Professor at Valdosta State University where he teaches voice and musical theatre. Previous to this position, Mr. Elliott worked professionally as an actor, singer, music director and private voice instructor in Southern California and continues to do so nationally and regionally. Mr. Elliott holds a Bachelors Degree in Music from the University of Missouri and an MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University.

Meredith Ellis (“Intermediate Hip-Hop Choreography”) is currently a senior at Mercer University in Macon, GA. Her severe love of dance and several years experience have inspired her to develop, choreograph, and instruct Mercer's Student Organization 'Dance Revolution'. As president of this organization, she also choreographs the routines for the Mercer Bears’ basketball halftime shows.

Tammy Fisher (Vice-Chair, Secondary Division) teaches at Warner Robins High School.

Shelly Ford (“Script Analysis and Design Concepts”) is Assistant Professor of Theatre in the Department of Communications & Professional Writing. She received her MFA in Theatre Design from the University of Memphis, and has worked as designer/technical director for more than 100 shows in professional, community and educational theatre. She is founder and producing director for the annual ASU Theatre Festival.

Richard Frazier (“Dance For Your Life”) is a junior at Columbus State University, pursuing a BS in Theatre Education. He performed in the GTC Theatre for Youth Festival last year in the CSU production of Cows Don’t Fly and Other Known Facts and returns this year as the touring manager for Senora Tortuga. Mr. Frazier is trained in tap, ballet, and musical theatre styles, has choreographed for schools and productions all over the state of Georgia. His choreography for the world premiere showcase of High School Musical 2, Jr. will be featured at Music Theatre International’s Junior Theatre Festival.

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David Michael Giambrone (Adjudicator) is director of the drama magnet program for the Huntsville City School System in Huntsville, Alabama housed at Lee High School. In addition to over 14 years of experience in professional and educational theatre, Mr. Giambrone is an active guest soloist in the classical and symphonic music genre. David’s professional training includes a B.S. in music education from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a Master’s Degree in theatre from the Florida State University. An avid performer, he is comfortable in both the theatrical and musical realms, performing with a diverse of group of organizations in the Southeastern United States including Theatre ‘Round the Corner, Inc., the Huntsville Symphony Orchestra and the Shoals Symphony Orchestra. Some of the roles David has performed as guest artist include Harold Mitchell (A Streetcar Named Desire), Tony (Master Class), Julian Marsh (42nd Street), Frank Sweeny (Molly Sweeny) and Jean ValJean (Les Miserables Concert Edition). Mr. Giambrone has been an active member of the Southeastern Theatre Conference for over 10 years. He currently serves as the Chair of the William E. Wilson Award and Scholarship Committee and as the Secondary Play Festival Chair.

Kimberly Garcia (Vice-Chair, College/University Division; SETC State Screening Auditions Coordinator, Georgia) is the Costume Shop Manager in Columbus State University’s Department of Theatre. She holds an MFA in Costume Design from Boston University and a BA in History from Mary Baldwin College.

Joseph Golden (“Joseph Golden Plays Broadway”, Awards Ceremony) (BM, MM University of North Texas) is director of opera, professor of organ and coordinator of music history and literature. He is active as an adjudicator, lecturer, vocal coach, conductor, composer and organ recitalist, with recent recitals at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. and the Spoleto Festival in Charleston, South Carolina. Mr. Golden was editor for music and literature for RILM Abstracts and was named to Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers in 1998 and the new international Who’s Who in Music in 1997. Mr. Golden is organist/choirmaster emeritus for life at Trinity Episcopal Church in Columbus, where he served thirteen years as music director. During that tenure, Mr. Golden served four terms on the liturgy and music commission for the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta and, with the Trinity Choir, accepted an invitation to sing a choral concert at the National Cathedral, made an acclaimed recording of Christmas music and presented the world premier of Richard Proulx’s “Psalm 118”, during Trinity’s 150th anniversary celebration, as well as conducted Schubert’s Mass in G, Faure’s Requiem and other masterworks. Mr. Golden has served the Music Teachers National Association by serving on the MTNA Convention Program Steering Committee and by appearing as an organ recitalist, lecturer and judge for the National Organ Playing Final Competition at the MTNA National Convention in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Golden is also active as a consultant for new organ projects. He is the designer of the Letourneau in Legacy Hall of the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. Mr. Golden is a member of the American Guild of Organists, the National Association of Teachers of Singing, the National Opera Association, Opera America, Music Teachers National Association, Phi Kappa Phi and Pi Kappa Lambda. Most recently, Mr. Golden has been appointed the first permanent advisor for the Metopolitan Opera Council on Creating Original Opera at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Byron Grant (SETC Screening Audition Accompanist) is the former Head of Musical Theatre at Webster University in StLouis, Missouri. Before his tenure at Webster University he worked professionally as an actor, director and musical director in New York and at regional theatre across the country. He lives in Macon, GA where he continues his work as a director and serves on the Board of Directors for the Macon Symphony Orchestra.

Steven F. Graver (VP of Local Programming) is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Columbus State University, supervising the Costume areas of their MFA-Tech program. He is a freelance costume designer, most recently for the past 9 years with Texas Shakespeare Festival (Kilgore, TX). Mr. Graver worked as a first-hand for Barbara Matera, Ltd., on such Broadway productions as Showboat, Sunset Blvd., and Beauty and the Beast, and as a personal personal assistant to Tony Award-winning designer William Ivey Long.

Jeffrey Green (GTC President) is currently Chair of Dramatic Arts at Georgia Southwestern, Artistic Director of the Rylander Theater CP Productions and the faculty advisor/producer for GSW-TV16 student television productions. He also serves as Vice Chair of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region IV and Chair of the Southeastern Theatre Conference Film and Television Committee. He received the KCACTF 2008 Teaching Artist award for performance studies and was recognized on the floor of the Georgia state legislature as a recipient of the University System of Georgia’s “Shining Star” recognition. A member of Actors Equity Association since 1985, he has performed in the companies of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, the Cleveland Play House, and the Riverside Shakespeare Company. He was a co-founder of the Manhattan based repertory company, Actor’s Classical Troupe, a program of the Cultural Council Foundation cited in Mari Lyn Henry’s How to Be a Working Actor. Prior to his move to Georgia, he was the Director of Theatre at the University of Nebraska at Kearney and the Artistic Director of the Great Platte River Playwright’s Festival, a new play development program. He is a graduate of the MFA acting program at Ohio University

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Duke Guthrie (“Co-Directing: Co-Operation or Coercion?”) is Area Chair of Valdosta State University’s Theatre and Dance Area and Managing Director of Peach State Summer Theatre.

James Harbour (“The Liar’s Club: An Actor’s Approach to Using Props”), Associate Professor of Theatre at Georgia Southern University, has played King Lear (three times), Shylock, Iago, Richard III, Salieri in Amadeus, and Harry Truman in the one-man show, Give ‘Em Hell, Harry. At GSU, he is the Director of Theatre in the Department of Communication Arts and teaches Play Directing and all levels of Acting, as well as Voice, Movement, and Theatre Appreciation.

Beth Harvey (Adjudicator) –Bio not available.

Jason Hill (“Unarmed Stage Combat”) studied acting and directing at Darton College under Sally Gladden of Woodridge, NY. He has directed and acted in over 40 productions. After serving as Artistic Director at Westover High School in Albany, GA, he recently became the Director of Theatre at Camden County High School.

Gerald Ray Horne (Adjudicator) has been declared a living legend at Northside High School, after 45 years of service in their theatre program. The theatre has been named in his honor as the “Ray Horne Theatre for the Performing Arts.” He is in the Georgia Thespian Hall of Fame and the International Thespian Hall of Fame. SETC awarded him the Suzanne Davis Award for outstanding service to Theatre in the Southeastern United States, and is a winner of the Georgia Theatre Conference Leighton Ballew Award. He has been named the Warner Robins Citizen of the Year. Mr. Horne is a past president of both Georgia Thespians and Georgia Theatre Conference, and is a present member on both organizations’ Boards. He adjudicates and does workshops throughout the southeast.

Ricardo Ipina (Secondary Schools Audition Coordinator) teaches at Valdosta High School. Esther Iverson (“Makeup for Stage and Film”) has taught makeup workshops at various levels: High Schools, Community Theatres, Adult Education Classes, Colleges and Universities. She is a Professor of Theatre at Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA. where she teaches Costume Design, Costume History, and Stage Makeup. She received her MFA in Costume Design and Construction from Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN.

Phillip Jones (“Co-Directing: Co-Operation or Coercion?”) is a senior at Valdosta State University, with directing as his career goal.

Thomas Keating (“Anne Bogart’s Viewpoints Composition and Stage Combat as Actor Training”) is an Asst. Professor of Theatre at Charleston Southern University in SC. He studied the Viewpoints with Anne Bogart at Columbia University where he received his MFA in Acting in 2003. Mr. Keating incorporates the Viewpoints in his Directing class as well as when working as an actor in such pieces as This Place is a Desert (Jay Scheib, dir.) which was shown at The Public Theater’s (NYC) Under the Radar Festival in 2008.

Krystal Kennel (“Angle and Color: How To Tell the Story With Light”) is an Assistant Professor of Lighting and Sound at Columbus State University. She has also worked with students at Wagner College in NY, University of Wisconson-Madison, and University of Alabama-Birmingham. She calls Michigan home, but has spent time working in various theatre around the country including Hartford Stage Co., Dallas Theatre Center, and Madison Repertory Theatre. She has also been a resident lighting designer for the Ohio Light Opera for the past eight summers.

Dan LaRocque (Adjudicator) is Chair of Theatre at Auburn University and a Past Chair of Region IV of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival. A member of Actors Equity Association since 1981, he has appeared in professional theatres throughout the country including San Diego’s Old Globe Theatre, Houston’s Alley Theatre, Richmond’s Theatre Virginia, and with the Utah, North Carolina, Illinois, and Alabama Shakespeare Festivals. In England, he appeared at Alan Ayckbourn’s Stephen Joseph Theatre in the Round and his New York credits include appearances on All My Children and Guiding Light. Dan has directed more than forty productions for Auburn University Theatre and his one-act play, Man Woman Flower published by Playscripts, Inc. has been produced professionally Off Broadway at the Harold Clurman Theatre in New York and by the West Coast Ensemble Theatre in Los Angeles, and has enjoyed an extensive amateur production history in The United States, Canada, Australia and England.

Judy Leavell (Adjudicator) is a graduate of Lipscomb University in speech communication, and of the University of Denver with an MFA in Theatre. She has taught speech and drama on the high school and college levels, and has coached privately for 30 years. She was named Teacher of the Year at South Gwinnett High School and was seven times named to Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. In 2006, she was named Distinguished Alumna in Arts and Humanities at Lipscomb University, where she serves on the advisory board for the theatre department. Ms. Leavell has been an active member of Actor’s Equity Association

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since 1979, and currently serves on the Atlanta Liaison Committee. She has performed with the Denver Center Theatre Company, the Arizona Theatre Company, and in Atlanta at the ART Station, Horizon Theatre, Aurora Theatre, Theatre in the Square, and Theatrical Outfit, among others.

Deborah Liss-Green (“Acting with Status”, GTC Secretary) received her MFA in Acting from Brooklyn College, The City University of New York, where she studied with F. Murray Abraham, Mark Zeller, and Magaret Linney. Ms. Liss-Green has taught and directed at both colleges and high schools, and is currently Instructor of Theatre at Darton College in Albany, GA. Her most recent role was that of Vivian Bearing in Wit, and she is currently directing The Gifts of the Magi at Darton.

Raymond Mannila (Community Theatre Division Chair) is entering his ninth year at Georgia Southwestern University. Mr. Mannila has supervised scenery, costumes, lighting, and sound for over twenty GSW Dramatic Arts productions. He has served as campus activities coordinator for GTC in 2002 and for KC/ACTF in 2007. In addition to his responsibilities at GSW, he serves as the president of the board of directors for Sumter Player, Inc. Mr. Mannila served as Tour Technical Director/Properties Manager for the World Communities production of Darkness Lifting, written in recognition of Habitat for Humanity’s 25th anniversary.

Larry McDonald (“The Key That Unlocks The Door to Truthful Acting: The Meisner Approach”) is the head of Acting at Columbus State University, where he teaches their 2 year Meisner training program. Mr. McDonald initially trained for two years with Don Biehn (Neighborhood Playhouse and The Goodman School), and has worked with Mr. Biehn for over ten years learning the intracacies of teaching the Meisner work. He has also studied intensively with William Esper, at Esper Studios in New York. He is a member of Actors’ Equity Association and has worked in regional theatres around the country. He holds an MFA in Acting from Illinois State and a BFA in Acting from East Carolina University.

Gina Moore (“What You’re NOT Saying”, Adjudicator) is a 23-year veteran high school theatre director and now director of a non-profit arts organization called Crosswalk, which uses expressive therapy to work with juvenile offenders. She is a former Secondary Division Chair of GTC and is requested often for judging and consulting during one-act season.

Dr. Shondrika Moss-Bouldin (“August Wilson”, “The Actor Should Be Prepared”) is the co-founder of Soulploitation/Acting Up!, LLC. She is an Off-Broadway producer and director. In addition, she works as an artistic and educational consultant nationwide. Some of the most recent companies she has consulted with have been The Kennedy Center, Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company, The National Black Theatre Festival, and Grambling State University.

Bill Murray (“Improv Games Exchange”, Chair GTC Secondary Division) is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where he majored in Theatre Arts Communication. He has taught both middle and high school in North Carolina and Georgia and has presented workshops at theatre festivals in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. Mr. Murray serves as one of the national adjudicators for the Educational Theatre Asssocation. He currently serves as the Secondary Divsion Chair for both GTC and SETC. He serves on the Executive Committee of SETC and has been nominated to the office of Administrative Vice President for SETC and President for GTC. He helped found the Franklin Community Players in Franklin County Georgia. His production of FOREVER PLAID won Best Community Theatre Play in 2006 and in 2008 he was named Best Director for the 45 Min. Play Festival at GTC. Mr. Murray currently teaches theatre at McIntosh High School in Peachtree City.

Mary Norman (“GTKGTC: Getting To Know GTC”, Executive Director) retired in 2007 after 32 years of teaching in the Colquitt County School System, the last 22 at Colquitt County High School where she was also director of theatre. She has been vice-chair of the GTC Secondary Division and Secondary Auditions Coordinator. She was a founding member of Moultrie Little Theatre in 1980, and continues as Vice President of Arts Center Theatre. She received her BSEd and MEd from the University of Georgia.

Kevin Otos (Adjudicator) is the Coordinator of the BA Theatre Studies program at Elon University where he teaches a variety of courses in acting. A professional actor and director, Kevin spent the last three summers directing at the Texas Shakespeare Festival where his production of Romeo and Juliet played to near capacity houses. He has acted for both the stage and camera, most recently appearing as Dan's Cardiologist in Seasons 5 and 6 of the episodic drama “One Tree Hill”. Kevin is pleased to return to GTC for his second year.

Scott Parker (“Light Plots Via Origami”, “Introduction to VectorWorks”) is the founder of the HSTech.org, [High School Technical Production] website that has served student technicians, teachers, and professionals for fifteen years. He also serves as the Technical Director for Columbus State University Dept. of Theatre.

Alex Preston (“Intermediate Hip-Hop Choreography”) [No Bio Available]

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Keith Pugh (“Technical Solutions for Programs Without Technical People”) has designed sets and lights for various programs and companies throughout the region, including Appalachian State University, UNC-Greensboro, the Jekyll Island Musical Theatre Festival, the Brevard Music Center, and Valdosta State University, where he has recently rejoined the theatre faculty.

Dr. Amanda Rees (“Devising Oral History Performance: An Act of Community Engagement”) teaches cultural landscapes and urban spaces in the Department of History and Geography at Columbus State University. She has been involved in several projects preserving and interpreting cultural landscapes including Wyoming's Upper Green River Valley, Teton Valley's dude ranch landscape, and the industrial village community of Bibb City. Currently, she is a project advisor interpreting homesteading in Southern Colorado.

Haley Rice (“Suzuki Sampler—Physical Training from the East”, Adjudicator) trained with the SITI company where she had her first eye-opening experience with Suzuki. She is a professional actress, and teaches movement and acting at Columbus State University.

David Rossetti (Adjudicator) is a performer & choreographer currently based out of New York City. He proudly received his B.F.A. from Valdosta State University and is a member of Actor’s Equity. New York credits: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Jimmy, Gallery Players), Ego (Puppeteer, Here Arts Center). National Tours: Hairspray (Brad), Fame (Goody). Other selected credits: A Christmas Carol (Alliance Theatre), The Music Man (Theatre of the Stars), Cabaret (Emcee, Theatre Decatur), Our Town (George, Georgia Ensemble Theatre) and Kiss Me, Kate (Bill, Aurora Theatre) Dames at Sea (Dick, St. Michael’s Playhouse), Diva Diaries (World Premiere, Tampa Bay PAC).

Irmgard Schopen-Davis (Vice-Chair, Youth Division) teaches at Deerfield-Windsor School.

Barrett Scroggs (“Into to Acting”-Youth Festival) is a Senior at Columbus State University pursuing his BS in Theatre Education. He has worked with the Omaha Theatre Company, the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, and CLIMB Theatre. While at CSU, Barrett directed Senora Tortuga, assistant-directed Alexander and the Terrible…Day, and has performed in shows including Batboy: the Musical, The Garden of Rikki Tikki Tavi, The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, and Once Upon A Mattress.

Pamela Sears (“Anne Bogart’s Viewpoints Composition and Stage Combat as Actor Training”) earned her MFA in Acting from the University of Georgia - Athens and is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah. She had the pleasure of choreographing last summer’s production of Nunsense at the Averitt Arts Center in Statesboro, while recent AASU credits include Rumors, Proof, and Crazy for You. She received The Society of American Fight Directors’ Best Female Actor/Combatant Award at the National Stage Combat Workshop-East in 2007.

Robin Seidman (“Bullies: the Musical! – How Your School Can Help Prevent Bullying”) is a playwright/teacher. Her Women of Roswell was a GTC New Play winner and was nominated for a David Mark Cohen Award. Paint! Chagall’s Musical Adventure was a NCMT national children’s show winner. Teachers, the Musical! is currently playing at Roswell’s Kudzu Playhouse. Cynthia Sigler (“All That Jazz!”, “Let’s Dance!”) has been teaching dance for 28 years. She has been choreographing for musical theatre for almost as long. She loves working with actors and helping them realize that they can dance!

Dean Slusser (“You Have To Start Somewhere”, “GTKGTC”, “Adjudicator Training Sessions I, II, III”) is a veteran theatre teacher and administrator at the secondary school and college levels, currently serving as Fine Arts Director for Camden Co. Schools in Kingsland, GA. He is in his 25th year as an active member of SETC where he has served on the Board of Directors and Advisory Board in various roles including Secondary School Theatre Festival Chair, Secondary School Theatre Division Chair, Publications Committee member, and Southern Theatre Editorial Board member. He also served as the coordinator of the 2007 SETC K-12 Teacher’s Institute, and works to promote the move towards an AP Theatre course in secondary schools and research in theatre education. Mr. Slusser is a two-term past president of GTC, where he has been an active member since 1987. He was inducted into the Georgia Thespian Hall of Fame in 2004, and received the GTC Leighton Ballew Award for Outstanding Service to Theatre in Georgia in 2006. He works with Theatrical Rights Worldwide as their representative in the southeast, and does occasional consulting work with high school and college theatre programs. He is currently the historian and publications director for GTC.

Stephanie Slusser (“Portfolios for Theatre Marketing and Management”) recently received a Bachelor of Science in Theatre Management from the University of Evansville. she has done extensive portfolio work and was hired in a full-time

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position at Georgia Ensemble Theatre shortly after graduation. She has also worked professionally at Georgia Shakespeare, Berkshire Theatre Festival, and Peach Stage Summer Theatre.

Leon Weibers (Adjudicator, C/U Design Competition and Poster Competition; “Unnatural Costume Design”) has designed operas for San Francisco Opera Center, English National Opera, Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, and Getty Museum. Musicals at California Music Circus: Guys and Dolls, Man of LaMancha, Gypsy, My Fair Lady, Kiss Me, Kate, Jekyll and Hyde. Regional: Portland Center Stage, A Noise Within, Georgia Shakespeare, Scena Theatre. Awards: BSW Garland, LA Weekly, and Ovation Award. He holds a faculty position at St. Mary’s College of Maryland and is a member of USA 829.

Alton West (Chair, Youth Division) teaches at Dublin Middle School.

--- SPECIAL THANKS ---President Timothy Mescon, Columbus State University

Tim McGraw, Chair, CSU Department of Theatre, and FacultyPaul Pierce and Ron Anderson, Springer Opera House

Stephen Morse and Chris Malone, CSU Logistical Service Cherwanda Tookes, CSU Schwob School of Music

Jeff Holbrook, for Program Logo Design

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“Broadway! (I still think it deserves an exclamation point.) I’m old enough to remember—and want to talk about—the old days. The receding hairline I saw coming, but this attack of nostalgia I was completely unprepared for. I thought nostalgia was remembering my parents taking me to see Ethel Merman in Annie Get Your Gun when I was five years old and my grandfather taking me to see Gertrude Lawrence in The King and I when I was ten. How could anyone not remember seeing those two fabulous ladies in those two fabulous shows for the rest of his life?... But the nostalgia I’m feeling today is also one of sadness and loss and anger. AIDS has decimated the New York theatre and Broadway. We have lost people long before their time. People who still had so much to give us are gone. We miss and honor them and we will never stop grieving for them. It’s the plays that won’t be written, the performances that won’t be seen, the heart-stopping musical numbers that won’t be choreographed, that have become a part of the new nostalgia. We don’t sweetly summon up this nostalgia. It leaps out at us and strikes our hearts when we least expect it. There is not a theatre in Manhattan that is not haunted by these ghosts of What Was Not to Be. I am mourning not the Broadway that was but the Broadway that AIDS has seen to it will never be. If this is nostalgia, I don’t know how we’re expected to handle it except to continue to do the best work we can. It’s the only fitting memorial for those we love and have lost.”

---Terrence McNally, Playwright (The Ritz, Lisbon Traviata, Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune,

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