fbpx

Classes & Workshops

Theatre in the Round offers free workshops and seminars with veteran designers, guest artists, and others as part of its mission to develop the theatre arts in the community.

Upcoming events will be offered in costumes, lighting, stage management, and more. Details on these events will be posted as they become available. Seats are limited for many events; registration is required. 

PLEASE NOTE: Any registrant under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

For more information or to inquire about accessibility, email Toni@theatreintheround.org.

preparation of south wall mural

Theatre Policies

All company members must review and agree to our policies on Anti-Discrimination and Non-Harassment, Code of Conduct, Minors and Child Protection.

Costume Workshops

Want to learn how to use a sewing machine? Stitch a button? Research an era of fashion? Check out our Costume Workshops for a variety of skills levels and experience. Register for each date individually.

Work with Ananda, TRP’s Costume Shop Supervisor, on costume repairs and projects: alter a costume for a show, sew on labels, repair vintage costumes, and more! Whether you’re learning new skills or practicing to make perfect, all are welcome!

Instructor Change: ANANDA FREY
TIME CHANGE: 1:00-6:00pm 
     April 3, 10, 17, 24
     May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
     June 5, 12, 19, 26
     July 10, 17, 24

Please register for each date individually and plan to attend for at least 2 hours. Drop-ins welcome, but do so at your own risk, as dates could be cancelled for weather, illness, scheduling, etc.

Experience Level: ALL

REGISTER HERE!

Make your own corset!  In this 3-week series you’ll learn corset sizing as well as how to sew in boning, grommets, and a busk.  Each week will build on the last.  Attending all 3 classes will result in a period garment to take home – your choice of corset, waist cinch, or bodice.  Not all work will be completed during class hours, so access to a sewing machine outside of class is recommended. 

Experience Level: Intermediate Sewing Skills Required

Suggested Donation: $25-$65 to cover the cost of materials

REGISTER HERE!

One night each month will be set aside for you to learn and practice sewing skills! Each class will result in a different item to complete and take home.

Project: Setting Sleeves – In this class you will be setting leg-of-mutton sleeves into a blouse. These are sleeves that have a lot of fullness around the shoulder and bicep but are fitted at the wrist. If you can set these sleeves you can set any kind.

Experience Level: Beginner and up

REGISTER HERE!

One night each month will be set aside for you to learn and practice sewing skills! Each class will result in a different item to complete and take home.

Project: A placket is the finished opening of a sleeve cuff, neck front, or skirt. Whether you’re sewing a modern button up shirt or a Ren fair blouse, a placket will be part of the sewing project.

Experience Level: Beginner and up

REGISTER HERE!

One night each month will be set aside for you to learn and practice sewing skills! Each class will result in a different item to complete and take home.

Project: Sewing Machine Basics – Do you have a machine at home that you’d like to learn to use? In this class, you’ll learn how to wind a bobbin, thread a sewing machine, and sew. During the class you’ll be making a small pouch that you can take home. We have sewing machines here, but if you’d like to bring your own, you sure can!

Experience Level: Beginner and up

REGISTER HERE!

One night each month will be set aside for you to learn and practice sewing skills! Each class will result in a different item to complete and take home.

Project: Pattern Reading: DETAILS COMING SOON!

Experience Level: Beginner and up

REGISTER HERE!

Lighting Workshops

Learn about how to support and create one of the most exiting theatrical elements: LIGHTS! Whether you want to be on a crew or learn how to design, we have you covered! Register for each date individually.

Theatre in the Round is successful in part because of the volunteers who staff our crews. However, keeping a volunteer crew happy, engaged, and most importantly ready to volunteer again, is rarely taught. This panel will give the perspectives on the care and feeding of volunteers who work on lighting crews, set build crews, and painting crews. Many of the topics covered will also apply to having a happy, smooth running paid crew. Whether you work with a couple of buddies or have to supervise a crew of strangers, these ideas will help keep your volunteers coming back. 

REGISTER HERE!

Other Workshops

Curious about stage combat or weapons? Theatrical safety or intimacy? Look no further! 

Intro to Intimacy Directing with Jamie Monahan is for actors, directors, choreographers, and all theatre creatives. Learn about best practices, communication techniques, and the importance of consent to ensure your cast and crew feel confident throughout the creative process. Learn when to hire an intimacy director, how to work with one, and where to find qualified intimacy directors. Walk away equipped with valuable information, ready to revolutionize your approach to intimacy in your next production. This workshop is part lecture and part movement. All movement aspects are optional.

Taught by Jamie Monahan, an award-winning filmmaker, director, actress, intimacy director (theatre), and IDC certified intimacy coordinator (film/TV).

This is a pay-what-you-can class at rates of $15-$50. If this fee is a barrier, please contact admin@theatreintheround.org. Must be 16+ to attend.

Register Here!

A survey of theatrical intimacy techniques to circumvent lip-on-lip contact. Performance and directing class, no real kissing will occur and all performance aspects are optional. Taught by Mason Tyer, violence and intimacy director, Certified Teacher for the Society of American Fight Directors.

REGISTER HERE!

Set Workshops

Want to learn more about building, painting, or designing sets? We have a variety of workshops for all levels of experience. Register for each date individually.

Theatre in the Round is successful in part because of the volunteers who staff our crews. However, keeping a volunteer crew happy, engaged, and most importantly ready to volunteer again, is rarely taught. This panel will give the perspectives on the care and feeding of volunteers who work on lighting crews, set build crews, and painting crews. Many of the topics covered will also apply to having a happy, smooth running paid crew. Whether you work with a couple of buddies or have to supervise a crew of strangers, these ideas will help keep your volunteers coming back. 

REGISTER HERE!

Learn by doing basic painting in our scene shop with instruction and guidance by one of TRP’s scenic designers, Sadie Ward. After this class, you should feel comfortable assisting with basic scenic painting tasks. Maximum: 10 participants. This workshop fills up fast — and people love it!

REGISTER HERE!

Stage Management Workshops

Do you love to highlight? Do you always have a pencil? Do you see the importance of keeping things organized and on task? Stage Management might be for you! 

Theatre in the Round is successful in part because of the volunteers who staff our crews. However, keeping a volunteer crew happy, engaged, and most importantly ready to volunteer again, is rarely taught. This panel will give the perspectives on the care and feeding of volunteers who work on lighting crews, set build crews, and painting crews. Many of the topics covered will also apply to having a happy, smooth running paid crew. Whether you work with a couple of buddies or have to supervise a crew of strangers, these ideas will help keep your volunteers coming back. 

REGISTER HERE!

Join us for a panel discussion designed for theater artists eager to enhance their skills in managing scenic changes. This session will delve into the art and mechanics of seamless scene transitions, ensuring your productions run smoothly and captivate audiences from start to finish. This workshop is ideal for theater directors, stage managers, set designers, and technical crew members who are involved in the planning and execution of scenic changes. 

REGISTER HERE!

Acting Workshops

Curious about acting? Looking to practice your skills in-between shows? Want to learn a new technique? Check out our acting workshops. See below for dates and details. Register for each date individually.

Are you looking for ways to keep your skills fresh between auditions?  Are you new to acting and don’t know where to start? Are you a bit rusty and want to practice with other people? Do you want to connect with the theatre community?

Actor’s Workout is an informal, ongoing workshop for actors of ANY level of experience.  Get feedback on a monologue, practice cold reads, or just observe and learn from others. LIMIT OF 20 PARTICIPANTS.  Must be 16+ to attend. 

Let’s have some fun!  Join us for a 3 hour challenge in which 2+ actors will be paired with a director and challenged to create a fully realized scene in 2 hours using a page of random dialogue and a scenario. 

This is your opportunity to practice working with a director, discover subtext through action, dig into character, and get feedback on the scene from a guest director.

Maybe we will throw in some gentle competition 🙂

Limit 22 actors.

ACTING WORKSHOP REGISTRATION

Director's Roundtable

Join us for a series of Roundtable Discussions about topics related to directing. This is a time for local theatre directors to share ideas, get support, and build community in what is often a lonely job. 

Topics change monthly. Register for each date individually.

As a director how can you handle conflict across difference, avoid microaggressions, and create healthy boundaries? Join us for a discussion of how to create an inclusive atmosphere for rehearsals and production meetings, facilitated by Kelli Foster Warder, Executive Artistic Director of Artistry.

LIMIT OF 20 PARTICIPANTS.  Must be 16+ to attend. 

Let’s have some fun!  Directing is a skill that is hard to practice when you are not actively directly a show. 

We are going to end our roundtable season with an opportunity to practice your craft!  Each director will be provided some actors, a page of dialogue, and a scenario. They will have 2 hours to block, direct, and rehearse the scene so it is fully realized. All scenes will be performed for the group and will receive feedback from a special guest or two. Maybe we will throw in some gentle competition 🙂

LIMIT OF 10* DIRECTORS.  Must be 16+ to attend. 

*If you would like to attend as an observer rather than a director, email toni@theatreintheround.org to RSVP. Actors can sign up using the Actor’s Workshop link above.

ROUNDTABLE REGISTRATION

Thank you!

These activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Podcasts

Listen to a library of podcasts on a variety of TRP theatre topics, including:

  • Leading a Volunteer Tech Crew on December 7, 2019
  • Directors’ Panel: Miriam Monasch & Dan Foss on October 19, 2019
  • The Mechanics of Stage Managing on January 12, 2019
  • Directors’ Panel: Kari Steinbach & Seth Kaltwasser on November 17, 2018
  • Directors’ Panel: Mary Cutler & Brian Joyce on October 13, 2018
  • Intro to Scenic Design on May 12, 2018
  • A Stage Manager’s Calling on March 3, 2018
  • Color Theory on November 18, 2017
  • Props to the Prop Designer (part two!) on October 28, 2017
  • Props to the Prop Designer on September 30, 2017
  • Lighting in the Round Panel Discussion on May 13, 2017
  • Auditioning Panel Discussion on September 26, 2016
  • Scenic Design and Direction Panel Discussion on May 9, 2016
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS |

Sponsor a Show in our 2024-2025 Season

Support intimate, engaging theatre and connect your business with our audiences at the same time through show sponsorships and program ads. Choose one show to sponsor or invest in the whole season. Options for all marketing budgets. For questions or to get a sneak peek of the upcoming season, email larisa@theatreintheround.org. 

SPONSORSHIP INFO
BECOME A SPONSOR

VOTE FOR US

Theatre in the Round has been nominated for a Broadway World Region Award for Favorite Local Theatre and numerous other awards. Voting is open through the end of the year!