Mount Acting Workshop
10/22/2020
RMTG hosts socially-distanced intro to method acting
The age of COVID-19 didn’t stop Red Monkey Theater Group (RMTG) from bringing their audience safe, socially-distanced acting events and workshops!
The event was a success and all the spots were filled by the Mount community who went behind the scenes with RMTG for a free acting class Saturday, October 24 in Cahill Theater.
Audience members learned how to read a character or a script, as a detective, therapist, analyst, and performer. Participants immersed themselves behind the scenes, learning why and how scenes happen, while putting themselves in their characters’ shoes to get to the bottom of the mysteries.
“As a class, we will work together to quickly break down one monologue to see how much we can discover from text alone,” said RMTG’s artistic director, Tal Aviezer. “Students will then have an opportunity to dive into work of their choosing.”
The workshop, which was led by RMTG Education Director Amelia Huckel-Bauer, closed with a short introduction to sense memory to teach students how they can use their own life experiences to connect to and create a character. RMTG welcomed actors, writers, directors, theater artists, and people who were interested in theater to attend. No previous training or experience was required. All participants were encouraged to bring a monologue they felt connected to—in one way or another—to personalize their workshop experience.
The health and well-being of the University of Mount Saint Vincent community is our top priority. Therefore, attendance was limited to nine people, and masks and social distancing are required.
Interested in learning more? Visit RMTG’s website for additional information on the group, their current season, free upcoming workshops, and more.
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Founded in 1847 by the Sisters of Charity, the University of Mount Saint Vincent offers nationally recognized liberal arts education and a select array of professional fields of study on a landmark campus overlooking the Hudson River. Committed to the education of the whole person, and enriched by the unparalleled cultural, educational, and career opportunities of New York City, the College equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary for lives of professional accomplishment, service, and leadership in the 21st century.