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This page is dedicated to keeping students "in the know" about department and local auditions, internships and events. This page also provides links to student organizations found in the Department of Theatre and Dance. If you have any suggestions or information that would be of interest, please email theaterdance@winthrop.edu. Also, be sure to check out Creative Loafing more local information--available in the Johnson Lobby.

To find out what some of our current students and recent graduates are doing, click here.

GRADUATING SENIORS!  CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE SENIOR EXIT SURVEY.

For a listing of the representatives on the Chair's Advisory Council, click here.

Winthrop Theatre and Winthrop Dance Theatre Stage Manager Manuals.  Click here.

Click here for links to area theatres, dance companies, dance organizations, theatre organizations

By request, the written evaluation of the KC/ACTF respondent for Edward II

For the latest information on theatre productions around the state, click here.

 

Read about career options in theatre or dance.


Auditions/Employment

Rock Hill Community Theatre will be holding auditions for the play MISERY Auditions will be September 15th and 16th from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Needed are one man and two women who can play in the age range of 30 to 50.  The auditions will take place at 240 East Black Street, Rock Hill, SC, and will be direct by Jack Stevenson.  For further information about auditions, call Jack Stevenson at 803-517-0277.

 Disability Services has several reading positions available.  We need your assistance to find a few student readers.   Each student should be someone who likes to read and has a good speaking voice.  The reader will be responsible for recording himself/herself reading aloud.  We will provide all the equipment and supplies the reader will need.  You may recommend students, advertise in your department, or make an announcement in your classes that a reader position is available. You may advertise that this is a paid position and that the reader will receive compensation from the University for his/her work through the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities.  Have the students contact the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities either by calling 323-3290 or emailing disability@winthrop.edu.

From the Human Resources Department at the North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, below are some current job opportunities with the Center.

Blumenthal Performing Arts Center - School Programs Coordinator
Under occasional supervision, coordinates all logistics, scheduling, communications and research for the Center’s school programs.  Prepares curriculum materials and coordinates the implementation of all school related education events and activities with Charlotte-Mecklenburg and regional schools. Incorporates and applies the use of Internet and other online technologies as appropriate in the execution of programs and duties. Performs other related tasks as required.  Reports to the VP of Education.  Requires a Bachelor’s degree in education, fine arts or other relevant field supplemented by three to five years of education experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  To Apply: Reply to recruiter@ncbpac.org or fax to 704-444-2083. EOE M/F/D/V

Blumenthal Performing Arts Center - Asst. Production Manager/ Stage Carpenter
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center seeks an Asst. Production Manager whose responsibilities will include supervising stage crews, operating, and maintaining stage equipment. Will provide primary support in stage carpentry but will also cover other areas of technical production including sound and lighting.  Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in theater with to three to five years of experience in professional theatre. Also, good references, detail-oriented, with strong communication, and computer skills. FT, benefited position.  To Apply: Reply to recruiter@ncbpac.org or fax to 704-444-2083. EOE M/F/D/V

Blumenthal Performing Arts Center - Sound Technician
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center seeks an Asst. Production Manager whose responsibilities will include supervising stage crews, operating, and maintaining stage equipment. Will provide primary support in sound but will also cover other areas of technical production including carpentry and lighting. Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in theater with to three to five years of experience in professional theatre. Also, good references, detail-oriented, with strong communication, and computer skills.  FT, benefited position.  To Apply: Reply to recruiter@ncbpac.org or fax to 704-444-2083. EOE M/F/D/V

Blumenthal Performing Arts Center - Ticketing Supervisor
Opens and closes the Box Office and Call Center. Assist with scheduling, monitoring and reviewing of Customer Service Representatives’ work. Sell tickets at box office window and by call center telephone. Strong customer service, cash handling, time management, conflict resolution, organizational and communication skills required. Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by two to four years of general business or customer service experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  To Apply: Reply to recruiter@ncbpac.org or fax to 704-444-2083. EOE M/F/D/V

Ly-Ben Christian Dance Theatre, a  fast growing studio located in the St. Andrews area of Columbia is expanding. We are looking for part time teachers in Tap, Ballet , Jazz/Hip Hop, Modern, African, Voice and Creative Movement. Please email your resume' to lyben1@bellsouth.net. Attention: staffing. Or mail to Ly-Ben Christian Dance Theatre 1001 Piney Woods Rd. Columbia, SC 29210You may call for more information - 803 772-1462.

Upcoming Events
                                                                                                                                        

Go to www.charlottetheatre.net for a new message board for news, reviews, updates and announcements! This is a new message board for the theatre community - sign up and start posting away!

Go to http://www.actorsgrapevine.com/ for news about auditions and jobs in the Charlotte area.

Internships

All Winthrop students should visit the ONCA website for information about scholarships, competitive internships, international study, etc. 

We have opportunities for our students with:  Actor's Theatre of Charlotte, Flat Rock Playhouse, Cultural and Heritage Museums (York County), Theatre Charlotte, Cunningham Dance Foundation, and North Carolina Dance Theatre.  Click here for more information.  Contact the department chair to apply for one of these. 

Student Organizations
                                                                                                                                         
Alpha Psi Omega
           
Theatre Honor Society

Meetings every Sunday at 10:30 pm in the Johnson Lobby.
Officers for 2008-09 are:

President - Randy Snight
Vice-President - Cate Davison
Secretary - Mary Reading
Treasurer - Ashton Waldron
Rush Captains - Amy Evans
                      - David Hutto


Nu Delta Alpha
   
  
National Dance Honorary Society

Newly inducted members for Spring 2008 include: 

Evan Curl
Katie Madden
Katy Morton--President
Amy Smith
Ashton Waldron

Visit the national organization's website at:  http://www.aahperd.org/nda/template.cfm?template=honor_society.html

Terpsichore
           
Dance Organization

Meetings every Monday at 9pm in Johnson Lobby.

President - Katy Morton

Improv This
            
Performance Organization

Meetings every Thursday at 10:30 pm in Johnson Lobby.
Officers for 2008-09 are:

President - David Hutto
Treasurer - Jacci Deininger
Public Relations Officer - Jennifer Potts

 

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