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Students and Novice Stage Managers / Stage Management Observation

« on: Jan 18, 2007, 12:48 pm »

I have an assignment for my advanced stage management 2 class to observe a professional stage manager and write a paper about what I have learned.  I go to the University of Miami in FL, and I live in NJ near Philadelphia and NY.  Would anyone be open to letting me observe them work?

Thanks!
Lauren

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College and Graduate Studies / Re: Little help please... (Seeking College Recommendations)

« on: Dec 21, 2006, 12:40 am »

Im a high school senior whose gonna major in technical theatre/ SM at collage next year. Anyone have any advice on good schools (preferablly in the midwest region), getting accepted and whatever else might be helpful. Thanks alot.

EDIT: Clarified subject for easier browsing -- PSMK

I am in the conservatory at the University of Miami getting a BFA in SM.  I absolutely love the fact that I'm so involved in theatre.  The thing is is that at UM they not only want us to be well rounded in theatre, but they want us to have a general well rounded education.  We have many liberal arts requirements along with our theatre classes and practicum credits.  I think it's just a matter of finding a balance if that's what you feel you need.  I definately agree you should visit the school and see the program in person.  My visit to UM is what sold me on it and I can't be happier.  It's good to get a feel for a school since you'll be spending 4 years there.

Lauren

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Employment / SM Employment Advice

« on: Dec 21, 2006, 12:05 am »

So I am a sophomore BFA Stage Management major at the University of Miami and I'm looking into finding an internship for the summer.  Many of the actors at my school attend SETC to find summer theatre work.  Apparently they do interview stage managers at the conference, but I don't know anyone who has gone before.  I'm curious if anyone has any advice or experience they could share with me about it.  Is it worth looking into or is there a better way to network and get a summer internship?

Thanks!
Lauren