Perspectives

What is a mask? Generally, people think of a mask as a physical object worn over the face to disguise themselves. The mask allows the… Read More »Mask-On/Mask-Off, Part II: The Mask

This is the first of a five-part post about the creative process. When I studied Commedia dell’Arte, we rehearsed in two ways: Wearing our character… Read More »Mask-On/Mask-Off, Part I: On Creativity

It’s heartbreaking to disappoint an ambitious theatre student. Unfortunately, when you teach theatre, it’s inevitable. When I was doing theatre in high school, I used… Read More »Casting in Educational Theatre: Entitlement vs. Empowerment

“When the kite builds, look to lesser linen,” says the rogue Autolycus in The Winter’s Tale. After doing my research to play the role, I now… Read More »On the Adaptation of Shakespeare

At the beginning of my year at the Dell’Arte School of Physical Theatre, I wanted to be sure that I kept my focus on getting… Read More »Educational Touchstone