TW8 - Schedule Update TODAY W 12/18

UPDATE

Note - Earlier Release Time!

W 12/18

3:45p - 4:30p

Called:  Henry / Taylor

4:30p - 5:30p

Called:  Hooded Chorus

(there will likely be no movement today as I want the chorus, playwright, and me to have a thorough discussion about the role of this chorus.  This will inform me greatly in terms of how movement will be developed.  We will then begin to apply this information in a rigorous movement rehearsal on Friday when the chorus is called the entire time)

-MZ

TW8 - Rehearsal Schedule 12/11 - 12/20

TW8: You Cannot Undo This Action

Rehearsal Schedule

12/11 – 12/20

W 12/11

3:45p – 6:00p

Called:  Full Cast

(Crew Invited)

TH 12/12

3:45p – 6:00p

Called:  All except Hooded Chorus

F 12/13

OFF

M 12/16

3:45p – 5:00p

Called:  Henry / Ronan

5:00p – 6:00p

Called:  Lane / Robin

T 12/17

3:45p – 4:30p

Called:  Henry, Blake, Harper, Andy, Kelsey

4:30p – 5:30p

Called:  Lane, Robin, Amethyst, Austin, Sequoia, Shawn

5:30p – 6:30p

Called:  Brian, Michelle, Robin, Lane, Sequoia

W 12/18

3:45p – 4:30p

Called:  Henry, Taylor

4:30p – 6:30p

Called:  Hooded Chorus

(be prepared to move rigorously and work barefoot)

TH 12/19

3:45p – 5:45p

Called:  All except Hooded Chorus

5:45p – 6:30p

Called:  Ronan, Drew, Lane

F 12/20

3:45p – 6:00p

Called:  Hooded Chorus

(be prepared to move rigorously and work barefoot)

TW8 - The Acting Company and Crew

Teen West: Year Eight

You Cannot Undo This Action

by Conor Eifler

directed by Matthew B. Zrebski

                                                                                                                       

THE ACTING COMPANY

LANE

Milo McCallister

ROBIN

Abby Steward

RONAN

Johnathan Price

BRIAN

Ethan Mills

MICHELLE

Quinnlan Brawn

AMETHYST

Maddie Limon

AUSTIN

Liam Thompson

SEQUOIA

Ezra Maloney-Dunn

SHAWN

Molly Cogburn-Frary

HENRY

Maxwell Sivers-Boyce

BLAKE

Nico Vilches

TAYLOR

Hyacinth Fick

HARPER

Cassidy Beleele

DREW

Theodore Bratschi

ANDY

Duncan Larson

KELSEY

Cassidy Stevenson

THE HOODED CHORUS

Eli Mohr

Elias Kaplan

Henry Palmer

Jack Reynolds

Kai Williams

Kyle Stahr

Rachel Rodriguez

Wiley Craven

THE CREW

Assistant Stage Managers

Helen Sloop & Nina Schiefelbein

Scenic Lead

Jack Wright

Scenic Apprentices

Simon Simkins & Skyler Roy

Costume Lead

Aeris Wolny

Costume Apprentices

Sharon DePue, Landon Romo 

Edith McDonald & Annika Petrovich

Props Lead

Emma Jeffcock

Props Apprentice

Mia Sedory

Sound Lead

Fran Amato

Sound Apprentice

Louie Phillip

Lighting Leads

Sophie Chappell & Finnegan McCarthy

Lighting Apprentices

Ella Carson & Taylor Ardantz

Hair/Makeup Lead

Rivkah Zigman

Hair/Makeup Apprentices

Airelle Price & Joeyy Whitaker

Business Lead

Erin Hocraffer

Business Apprentices

Ravi Cullop & Izzie Hunt

Run Crew/Show Support

Soraya Solano

Berkeley Woodbury

Joe Runyon

Kyleigh Elliot

Dory Black

Violet Boyce

Eloise Dibble

Cole Austin

Eyla Mitchell

Porter Gaab

Ella Carson

Skyler Roy

Simon Simkins

Sam Grommes

NOTE:  Apprentice positions are shared as possible among various people for learning purposes, and do NOT preclude one from contributing to the build crews for any discipline      (scenic/lighting/costume/sound)

NOTE:  Join the show Remind for ongoing, up-to-the-minute show information: remind.com/join/twpy8

TW8 - Audition Info Meeting - TOMORROW!

TOMORROW

FRIDAY 12/6

3:45p - 4:45p

Room 108

Have questions about auditions for You Cannot Undo This Action?
Curious about what a director looks for?
Worried about conflicts and other obligations?
Anything else?

Come to a live group chat and we'll talk about it!

TW8: AUDITIONS / SCRIPT

Teen West Project:  Year Eight

You Cannot Undo This Action

by Conor Eifler

directed by Matthew B. Zrebski

The time has come, everyone...  This is going to be an incredible project.  I can't wait to enter into the auditions process and begin bringing this new play to life with the talented artists at SWS2.

The Audition Draft can be found HERE.  Please note, this is an initial draft. Intense script workshopping will take place during December rehearsals and rewrites will occur throughout the process as is always the case with new plays!

The Audition Packet is HERE and has tons of important information. It is critical to read the packet carefully and to follow all instructions. Yes, it's long and a little tedious - but all students and families must read it.  

The callboard will have the sign up soon (if not already). Here is information you'll find in both the packet and all the callboard.  

PLEASE NOTE

Understand that GPA is strongly considered when looking at potential actors for the production. It is imperative that academics not suffer as a result of extra-curricular activities.   A GPA under 2.75 will require an explanation. In addition, all students must provide a printed screen shot from StudentVue at the general audition. 

INCLUSION

Everyone is encouraged to come out and audition regardless of grade, age, cultural background, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or body type. We embrace the spirit of diversity and welcome everyone to the process.

THE AUDITION PROCESS

There is no “general” and then “callbacks” for this show. There are two days of auditions for everyone. All who wish to audition will sign up to participate (on the callboard).

DATES / TIMES

M 12/9                        3:45p – 8:00p

T 12/10                       3:45p – 6:00p

There is no need to prepare anything specific except for having read the play. The audition will consist of movement, spoken voice work, improvisation, and readings from the script.  Actors might be released throughout the days, but all should be prepared to stay all hours on both days. Please come in comfortable/dance/workout clothing and be prepared to work barefoot. Please do not worry if you do not have dance / movement experience. This production has roles for actors of all skill sets. Come to experience the audition process with a sense of joy, experimentation, risk taking, and abandon. 

AUDITION CONFLICTS

It may seriously affect casting potential if you have to miss any of the audition process. That said, we also wish to be as inclusive as possible during these two days. If you absolutely cannot clear your schedule for the full time (and no – a piano lesson is not a good excuse), email Matt Zrebski (matthew.b.zrebski@gmail.com) and request an exception.  

CASTING ANNOUNCMENT 

The cast will be announced via the blog by 10:00p on 12/10. A physical posting will also go up on the callboard by 8:00a on 12/11.  Please note that first rehearsal (mandatory) is on 12/11.

ROLE ACCEPTANCE

By simply showing up, any actor auditioning for the show is saying, “I am excited to accept any role offered.” No requests will be entertained regarding your role preference.  If you get cast and then refuse a role, it will greatly affect future casting at SouthWest StageWorks, so make your decision to audition wisely.

TW8 Launches! Focus Group Invitation

SouthWest StageWorks

proudly presents

Teen West Project: Year Eight

-a new full length play-

by Conor Eifler

The goal of the Teen West Project is to develop and eventually publish new theatrical works where aspects of the teen experience are explored and expressed through bold and innovative storytelling. In its eighth year, Portland Playwright Conor Eifler will tackle issues surrounding media literacy, social media, media addiction disorders, and the overall impact of our digital world on the teen experience.  As is always the case with Teen West offerings, we hope to generate incredible dialogue within the Wilson student community and get audiences thinking about the core question at hand:  is technology evolving faster than the human ability to adapt?

We are inviting students to a gathering on Tuesday 6/11 from 3:00p – 5:00p in the Drama Room.   

Please sign up on the callboard starting Monday 6/3, if you wish to attend and contribute your thoughts to a conversation with the Conor Eifler and director Matthew B. Zrebski. (graduates welcome)

TW7 - Homework Room / Remaining Schedule

ONE

For W, TH, and F shows, the auditorium lobby will be designated the homework / quiet space from 3:30p - 5:30p. Food will be provided (so long as leftovers remain) and set up after school in the scene shop.  

TWO
The remaining schedule is as follows:

W 2/20 – Show #3

Call:  5:30p
Nine Piles Video / Photo Shoot:  6:00p

Go:  7:30p

TH 2/21 – Show #4

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

F 2/22 – Show #5

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

SA 2/23 – Show #6

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

SU 2/24 - Show #7 - Closing
Call:  4:00p

Go:  6:00p

STRIKE: TBD 

Mr. Miller will post details on how strike will proceed throughout next week and how you can contribute.

THREE

Tickets are going fast - please make sure all of your friends and family purchase in advance! Send every message you can and tell them to get tix now! If possible, push for W, TH, and SU shows as they have the most available now.  

TOMORROW: Pick Up / Video-Photo Archive Shoot

FOR TUESDAY 2/19/19

PLEASE READ VERY CAREFULLY

FULL CAST & CREW CALLED IMMEDIATELY 

AFTER SCHOOL

Due to the volume of work we need to archive and some difficult scheduling issues, the below agenda is really tight - and must be followed very carefully throughout the day.  You need to know what costume you must be in - and what room you must be in - and at what time.  Do not make us chase you down. 

For each room, we will start with a few set-up shots for still photos.  Very quick shooting. Then we will video a run. We will not have time to start over. You get one take for video, so review lines. (NOTE: Curtain Call will have a few more still photos and will have a pre-run and post-run shoot to account for the scenic and costume changes.)

Once an actor has completed the final play they are in, that actor may leave. For those in The Receipts, you will run Curtain Call..., then meet to decide your monologue choices...then you may leave and return at 7:45p in prep for the final shoot.  

At 5:30p, the choir room will become an official study hall for those who need a quiet space to work. This room is to be completely silent and used for homework only.

Once a crew member is done with their assignment, they may also leave.

Taegan / Annika, you need to be outside the rooms, keeping an eye on the schedule and making sure all are in places prior to Jamie, Ally*, the actors and me arriving.

*Ally - per our discussion, we'd like you to photoshoot this event - and you will be the only photographer. Please come with your camera and make sure things are well charged. 

TW7:  A Short in the Wire

Video / Photo Archiving

3:15p – 3:45p

Get into costume make-up for Curtain Call…

Crew set up quickly.

3:45p – 4:30p

Curtain Call…

4:30p – 4:45p

Costume Changes

4:45p – 5:30p

You Don’t Even!

Starfish

5:30p – 6:00p

Home, or Wherever

6:00p – 6:45p

Welcome to Your Life

Nine Piles in the Sky

6:45p – 7:15p

Believe You Me

7:15p – 7:45p

The Classroom

Tri-Fold

7:45p – 8:15p

Writer’s Block

8:15p – 9:15p

The Receipts*

*We cannot film every actor’s entire monologue sequence – that would take over 2 hours.  In lieu of that, actors in The Receipts need to agree upon who will record each monologue for each act.  All four will do the final monologues for each Act… The cameras will shift from person to person to indicate the “chaos” of it…

NOTICE: Extended!!!

Due to high volume ticket sales, we are going to extend the show and add a performance.  Congrats!  This was to already be "on hold" for the entire cast and crew so should not be a big surprise.

ADDED SHOW

Sunday 2/24

Call:  4:00p

Go:  6:00p

This means that strike will happen throughout the following week instead of Sunday morning as planned.  Mr. Miller will have more details about strike in the coming week and how you will be able to contribute.  

For Tonight: Show #2

TONIGHT! - SHOW #2

CALL: 5:30p

GO: 7:30p

At 5:30p, I need to see the following casts on the MainStage for brief notes - no one did anything wrong - there are simply some discoveries I continue to make, given we never got the test audiences we planned - so I want to address a few things...

Writer's Block

You Don't Even!

The Receipts

All others can begin their prep as planned.

Opening...we've landed!

I can barely contain just how proud I am of how you all handled last evening. That is how you pull together. That is how you work with integrity. That is how you dig deep and deliver.  

WOW

I have a few notes - things that will make the show a bit tighter.  But not many. And we have no need to rehearse anything.

So...

FRIDAY 2/15 - OPENING

5:30p - 6:00p

Full cast and crew on the MainStage for notes.

6:00p - 7:15p

Prep

7:15p

Places for Act One

7:30p
GO

See you then and there!

TODAY! TH 2/14

SCHEDULE – TH 2/14

4:00p – 4:50p

NOTE: Crews are called too…

Home, or Wherever (tech through)

Welcome to Your Life (no costume – with strings - Parker joins late)

The Receipts (group pieces – end of Writer’s Block)

The Classroom (additional scare moment – lighting FX)

ALL OTHERS: get into make-up (not costume).

4:50p – 5:20p

Full company meeting (mainstage) – going over:

-getting into places

-openings of each act

-changeovers for each piece

-intermission procedures

5:20p – 6:00p

Curtain Call…

-stage actual curtain call J

-drilling chorus lines / actions / Stage Manager vocal test / new sound levels

6:00p – 6:45p

Prep for Preview!

-actors in Act One costumes / make-up

6:45p – 7:00p

All must be in places for the show – in their rooms.

Writer’s Block may wait until the 4^th round begins to go to the library.

7:00p

GO

10:30p (estimated)

Release

TW7: Final (we hope!) Plan

I have received a few emails and texts about the latest plan for remaining rehearsals / performances.  Though that was mostly all articulated in the blog post on 2/10, it's easy to understand confusion given our many contingencies.  

So here is where we hope to remain.  Barring some unforeseen issue (please no more!!!!), this is what we are doing!

UPDATED PLAN - as of 2/13

Note:  The only "hold" left is for the possible extension show on Sunday 2/24.  All other holds have been "released".

W 2/13 – Tech  / Work

4:30 – 10:00

TH 2/14 – Tech / Work / Preview

4:30 - 10:30
(PREVIEW at 7:00p)

F 2/15 – Tech / Work / Show #1

Call:  4:00p
Go: 7:30p

SA 2/16 – Show #2

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

SU 2/17 and M 2/18
OFF

T 2/19 – Photo / Video Archiving*

4:00 – 10:00

Called:  Full Company

*Max S-B, Maddie, Parker on special, approved schedules 

W 2/20 – Show #3

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

TH 2/21 – Show #4

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

F 2/22 – Show #5

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

SA 2/23 – Show #6

Call:  5:30p

Go:  7:30p

SU 2/24 – STRIKE or ADDED SHOW
(decision to be made by TH 2/21)

9:00a – 2:00p

Called:  Full Company for Strike

OR

Call:  4:00p
Go:  6:00p