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Storytelling Through Opera: Act One

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Peek behind the velvet curtain and learn to tell your great stories through Opera! Apply your art practice to the wonderful world of Opera.

 

In partnership with Calgary Opera, Act One is a five-month workshop series to introduce NaAC artists to the foundations of opera. Participating artists will have the chance to gain first-hand experience with various elements of opera through guided activities, projects, and group discussions.

What’s Involved?

Act One is open to all registered NaAC Artists and runs between February 2022 and June 2022. The months are divided into three separate opera focuses, and each section will build on the learnings from the previous stage. Artists will learn about opera story development, performance, production, and expression.

 

Each workshop will be split between daily activities, watching videos from famous operas, and sharing in group discussions. Artists can also expect to try their hand at creative elements like story and character development, costume and stage design, and more! Workshops will also include body movement exercises for opera and theatre communication. Lastly, participants will be asked to find their voice (by singing, humming, or speaking) through introductory vocal exercises! Although participants are encouraged to sing, it will not be a requirement. 

 

Anyone interested in the performing arts and dramatic expression is encouraged to register! 

Workshop Expectations:
  • Artists will engage in performance and production-based activities.
  • Artists will experiment with story & character development, costume design, stage direction, and set design.
  • We’ll watch and discuss recorded operas to dive deeper into the art form.
  • All workshop materials will be provided!
  • Workshops will be open-minded, friendly, and respectful!

Dates: February – June 2022

In-person: Monday’s 10:00am – 12:00pm

Online: Friday’s 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Cost: FREE

Who: Calgary Opera & National accessArts Centre

Calgary Opera Facilitator: Jeanine Williams

NaAC Facilitator: Ashley Brodeur

*For Registered NaAC artists only

**In-Person & Online Registration limited to 15 NaAC Artists.

***Online Sessions could be shortened.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Meet the Program Lead: Jeannine Williams, Calgary Opera, Community Ambassador

As a teaching artist Jeanine Williams’ passion and experience in refined performance haveA picture of a woman standing slightly side ways and smiling towards the camera. She has very light red hair that is curled and is wearing a blue top with a blue necklace that matches her earrings. The background is blurred greenery. brought her to become an inspiring and in-demand music educator. Williams’ teaching philosophy is strongly rooted in authenticity and creating joy to inspire and motivate students. Williams believes in catering lesson structure to individual desires and goals, creating perfectly tailored lessons for a variety of kids and people with a whole whack of strengths and vulnerabilities. By encouraging students with her kind and playful nature, as well as the implementation of a strong musical foundation, Miss Williams is able to evoke creativity and healing.

Williams is currently working on a Master of Counselling from City University to fully-actualize therapeutic goals and complement her music education. Williams received her Bachelor’s of Music from the University of Lethbridge (2016) before completing her formal training with a Master’s of Music from the University of Ottawa (2018). Williams is a registered teacher with the Royal Conservatory of Music, and currently runs her own therapeutic music studio, Medela Music Lessons in addition to her performance practice. As a performer, mezzo-soprano Jeanine Williams is noted for the “size and character of her singing, and her thoughtful musicality.” (classicalottawa.com) Williams’ recent engagements include performances with Calgary Concert Opera Company. Miss Williams is excited for her upcoming engagements performing with Calgary Opera during the 2021-2022 season.

For more information, please contact:

Kylie Poppe

Coordinator, Artist Services

National accessArts Centre

Office: 403.253.3174 x 0

Email: kylie.poppe@accessarts.ca

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Clayton Smith

Lead, Programs & Exhibitions

National accessArts Centre

Office: 403.253.3174 x 106

Email: clayton.smith@accessarts.ca

Ashley Brodeur

Manager, Performing Arts

National accessArts Centre

Office: 403.253.3174 x 108

Email: ashley.brodeur@accessarts.ca

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