“Where student’s art forms are celebrated and hidden talents discovered”
The Best of Shakespeare Workshop
Minerva Stage offers a workshop for students exploring the
world of Shakespeare that can be modified to fit every
student’s level of experience with the Bard. Students will
strengthen their skills as they explore the nuances of classic
Shakespearean text. The workshop will include classes in
voice, stage combat, clown, movement, monologue, sonnet and
scene work. The workshop will culminate with a performance
for their family, friends and the community at large.
 Sundays from 1 PM to 5 PM
 March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, April 7th,  14th
 Performance April 14th at 7pm
 Students ages 8 and older
 All classes and performance will be held
at: Silverlake Community Church
2930 Hyperion Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Meet the Teaching Artists
Teaching Artists Kathy O’Mara and Stacy Highsmith bring years of experience with teaching and directing to the workshop, committed to the success and value of Shakespeare training and performance. Kathy O’Mara has been teaching and directing Shakespeare’s works since 1996. Her favorites include “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”, “The Tempest” and “12th Night”. Kathy is Artistic Director of Minerva Stage and enjoys having the benefit of working and living on both coasts.
Stacy Highsmith has spent years teaching children Shakespeare and staging productions such as “Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “The Tempest.”  She loves to see the excitement in her students as they learn to conquer Shakespeare as well as the awe of the parents as they see their children transform into classical actors.
Sign me up! Workshop Tuition $200.  To register: fill out registration below or send an email with “Shakespeare Workshop” in the subject line to MinervaStage@gmail.com or call Stacy at 323.788.3298
We offer installment plans, sibling discounts, and financial assistance: For information call Kathy at 413.441.6120 [formidable id=31]

Minerva Arts Center announces the winter/spring workshop “The Gleekers”

Back by popular demand the Minerva Arts Center will be offering its winter/spring session of The Gleekers.

To register, go to Minerva Workshops tab on the home page to submit on line registration form.

Inspired by the hit T.V. show Glee, students explore dance, song and theatricality ranging from Broadway tunes to modern songs and choreography, instructed by dance instructor and choreographer Nicole Rizzo and vocal teacher Kimberly Rose, this 12 week workshop culminates with two performances on

April 27th, 2013.

Two sessions available, Wednesdays 4PM-6PM or

Saturdays 10AM-12PM

Workshop and performances to held at The First Congregational Church located at 906 Main Street in Williamstown.

Wednesday classes will be held from 4PM to 6PM in the Youth Chapel, and will run January 23rd, 30th, February 6th, 13th, 27th, March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, April 3rd,10th, and 24th. Saturday classes will be held from 10AM to Noon, and will run January 26th, February 2nd, 9th, 16th, March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, April 6th, 13th, 24th.
There will be a 2PM and a 7PM performance for the public on April 27th in Fellowship Hall.

Tuition: $275.00

Payment installments and tuition assistance available by contacting Kathy O’Mara at 413.441.6120

Teaching Artists: Nicole Rizzo, Kimberly Rose, & Kathy O’Mara

Minerva Arts Center presents: The 3rd Annual Holiday Showcase

Minerva Arts Center is proud to announce The 3rd Annual Holiday Showcase, a wintertime variety show that plans to warm the Northern Berkshire melting pot and fill you and your family with holiday cheer from around the world. This year our performers show multi-faceted talent, ranging from soloists, duets, dance, piano, storytelling, a staged-reading, trumpets and flutes, guest appearance of the Minerva Gleekers, and an Illusionist.

Where: The First Congregational Church of Williamstown, in The Fellowship Hall,  located at 906 Main Street, Williamstown, MA

Tickets: $5.00 General Admission   Students 7 and under Free!

Tickets can be purchased at the door or from brownpapertickets.com, keywords: Boston String Quartet

Good afternoon Minerva friends and family,

Tonight is the first round of auditions for the 3rd Annual Holiday Showcase.

6:30PM to 8:30PM, first come first serve basis.
Auditions are held in the Youth Chapel at the First Congo Church of Williamstown, 906 Main Street.

Minerva Arts Center is proud to announce the return of The Gleekers!!

MAC’s  summer workshop Gleek Week is now going to be offered in weekly classes.

Inspired by the hit T.V. show Glee, students explore dance, song and theatricality ranging from Broadway tunes to modern songs and choreography.

Classes run for 8 weeks with a performance December 8th!!

Two sessions available, Wednesdays 4-6pm or Saturdays 10-12pm.

Workshop and performance to held at The First Congregational Church located at 906 Main Street in Williamstown. Wednesday Classes are 4PM -6PM.  In the Youth Chapel, Oct. 17th, 24th, and Nov. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, and Dec. 5th. Saturday Classes 10AM to 12PM.   In The Youth Chapel, Oct. 20th, 27th, Nov. 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and Dec. 1st. Dress Rehearsal Dec. 8th 1PM – 5PM for both Wednesday and Saturday classes, and a performance Dec. 8th at 7 PM.

Tuition: $200.00

Teaching Artists: Nicole Rizzo, Kathy O’Mara, Laurie Brenner and Technical Director: Nate Samson.

Register Today!

Minerva Stage Presents:

Cannibal! The Musical

“Cannibal! The Musical is loosely based on the true story of the only person convicted of cannibalism in America – Alferd Packer The sole survivor of an ill-fated trip to the Colorado Territory, he tells his side of the harrowing tale to news reporter Polly Pry as he awaits his execution. And his story goes like this: While searching for gold and love in the Colorado Territory, he and his companions lost their way and resorted to unthinkable horrors, including toe-tapping songs!”

The movie was written by Trey Parker, one of the authors of the Tony Award winning smash hit Broadway Musical “ The Book of Mormon” and the long running Emmy Award winning television program “South Park” and numerous other ambitious projects often with frequent collaborator Matt Stone, including: “South Park Bigger Longer and Uncut”, “ Orgasmo” and “Team America World Police”.

Tickets are $12 for Adults $8 for students and seniors show dates are as follows. All shows are at 7:30 PM Preview (pay what you can) Wednesday April 18th,Thursday April 19th,Friday April 20th, Wednesday April 25th, Thursday April 26th, Friday April 27th, Special Final Matinée Sunday April 29th at 5:30 PM  This is an R rated show if you are under 17 you must be accompanied by an adult and everyone must show proper ID.  This production contains strong language, intense dialogue, comedic violence, and comedic sexual situations.  Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/238317

Cast:

Alferd Packer – Michael J. Brames

Shannon Bell – Todd Hamilton

Israel Swan – Kane Robert

Humphrey – Mark Jackson

George Noon – Tyler Carpenter

Frank Miller – Dylan Straczek

Polly Pry – Ashley Volff

Liane, the horse – Laura Charles

Frenchy Cabazon – Vivian Reed

O.D. Loutzenheiser – Macartney Roberts

Preston Nutter – Tim Nichols

Squaw – Laura Charles

Mills – Tyler Boutiette

Sheriff of Saguache – Tool

Judge Jerry –Zoe Marguerite Villane

Sheriff of Lake City- Zoe Marguerite Villane
Ensemble

Natalie Pozzetti

Ralph/Black Cat/Voice Of Doom – Kimmie Brames

Young Liane – Patty Charron

Young Packer – Shane Volff

The Cyclops –Zoe Marguerite Villane

General Store Clerk – Nate Samson

Cowbell Solo- Destiny Charron

Jessica Robert

Natalie Pozzetti

Crew:

Screenplay by – Trey Parker

Adapted for stage by – Tine Lynch and Kane Robert

Producer – Minerva Stage

Director – Tine Lynch

Assistant Director- Todd Hamilton

Artistic Director – Kathleen O’Mara

Music Director – Vivian Reed

Stage Manager- Jessica Robert

Set Design- Keith Weil

Fight Choreography – Kane Robert

Dance Choreography – Jessica Robert

Technical Directors – Kane Robert and Nathan Samson

Lighting Designers – Nathan Samson and Kane Robert

Board Operator – Nathan Samson

Sound Designers – Kane Robert and Ryan Pause

Sound Operator – Ryan Pause

Props and Costumes- Kathleen O’Mara and cast

Coustume Designer- Natalie Pozzetti

Make-up- Laura Charles and Zoe Villane

Poster Design- Zoe Villane

Technical Assistant – Shane Volff

Box Office Manager – Ann Volff

Film Crew:

Camera and Direction- Tine Lynch

Make-up- Laura Charles and Zoe Villane

Special Effects- Michael Brames

Editing- Tine Lynch and Kane Robert

Box Office Manager – Ann Volff

For any questions or concerns, please call the Minerva Arts Center at (413) 346-4502 or e-mail General Manager, Nathan Samson at minervartscenter@gmail.com.