SPACES STILL AVAILABLE for our Upcoming Conejo Players Workshops The Conejo Players is proud to present a variety of workshops for a non-refundable registration fee of $5 per workshop.  Workshops vary in age ranges, so please check the requirements for each class prior to registration. You can register at any time by clicking the links below or by visiting our website at www.conejoplayers.org/workshops. Please contact us at info@conejoplayers.org for additional information. Characterization And Acting For Adults Dates: October 12 - October 19 (Wednesdays from 5pm - 7pm) Ages 18 and up Description: Come look at a few scripts with us as we break down the characters and discuss what makes them work on stage. We will be using techniques from Stanislavsky and Michael Shurtleff as well as some basic tools for characterization. You will be able to audition better and after getting that role, play all your character's strengths and weaknesses. Instructor: Heather Lease Heather Lease graduated with a BA in Musical Theatre and English and is currently a Music and Drama teacher for 1st through 8th graders at Ventura Missionary School. Heather has performed in numerous shows as well as directing, assistant directing, designing hair and makeup, and stage managing. Heather also recently produced 12 ANGRY MEN for The Conejo Players.   Children's Audition Workshop with a Mock Audition Dates: November 12 - November 19 (Saturdays from 10am - 4pm) First weekend is workshop; second weekend is a mock audition. Ages 6 to 16 Description: Spend the day at the theater learning what to expect at an audition, then practicing the skills you learn. On the first day, you will learn about cold reading, dancing, singing and improvisation. Day 2, you will “audition” just like you would for a real show and receive written feedback from local theater experts. Beginning Monologue Development Dates: November 20 (Sunday from 5pm - 9pm) Ages 18 and up Description: This course will identify how to “build your bag of monologues” – choosing pieces that are “right for you.” Students will learn how to “score” a piece to achieve the best results and how to approach learning and practicing their selections. Instructor: Lucien Jervis I have been actively involved in the Conejo Players since 1980, and I am an Honorary Life Member and Golden Sweatshirt Award honoree. During the first years of the C.A.T. Program, I served as the “Acting Coach” for the program by holding acting classes in my home (from 1980 through 1985). In the early 90’s, I served for a number of years as the Harlequin Newsletter Editor. For the past 14 years, I have served as the theatre’s Media Director, and I am also a member of the Board. Over the years, I’ve volunteered in varying capacities (Director, Producer, Costume Designer, Set Designer, Set Decorator, Lobby Board Designer, and Production Crew), starting as the director of MARY, MARY in 1982 to my most recent production, last year’s HEAVEN CAN WAIT. Professional theatrical and business career: Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of California at Irvine; University Professor of Theatrical Arts at Florida Atlantic University (providing instruction in acting, directing, stage movement, mime, and acting for the camera); casting director for feature films; and executive management professional (Vice President of Human Resources). Volunteer Opportunities Available!!! Box Office Volunteers Needed! We are looking for volunteers to help out at our Box Office.  Volunteers may help with phones during the day, and/or work the Box Office during shows. You should like people, be able to learn a computer program, and be able to commit to a minimum amount of assistance. Please contact Deidre Parmenter at deidre@conejoplayers.org for additional information. Food, Fun and LABELING! Come on down to the theatre's shop on THURSDAY OCTOBER 6TH and help us get our 2012 Season Brochures ready to mail. We need as many "hands on deck" as possible to affix address labels to the brochures; if you are available to help out, please let Executive Director Rick Steinberg know by emailing him at rickysteinberg@yahoo.com. Food and fun conversation will be provided!!!