Spring Into Theatre Festival
Step into the heart of Pittsburgh's thriving arts scene at the Spring into Theatre Festival, hosted at the iconic Pittsburgh Playhouse! This dynamic two-day event celebrates our rich legacy of creativity, storytelling, and community through an engaging mix of workshops, masterclasses, and live performances.
Designed for local high school students and educators, the festival provides a hands-on introduction to the professional world of theater-making, right here in Pittsburgh—where art and innovation thrive. Highlights include voiceover and acting masterclasses led by industry professionals such as Pittsburgh’s own Dave Droxler, creator and star of the award-winning play Robin & Me: My Little Spark of Madness. Participants will also explore industry-led classes, behind-the-scenes sessions, and take center stage for a special showcase on the stunning PNC Theatre stage.
Come celebrate Pittsburgh’s future storytellers and performers while honoring its deep-rooted passion for the arts! The Spring into Theatre Festival is more than just an workshop—it’s a chance for young people to connect with working artists, explore creative career paths, and discover the transformative power of storytelling.
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Festival Offerings
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Wednesday, January 22nd and Thursday, January 23rd
- Two-day journey including: A voiceover masterclass with the creator and star of the show, Dave Droxler, acting and singing classes with Point Park University professors, an informal student showcase, chaperone professional development sessions, a performance of Robin & Me.
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Wednesday, January 22nd
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Workshop Classes: Acting and Singing Masterclasses with Point Park University Professors.
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Student Showcase Guidelines and Tech
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School directors/faculty may select THREE total showcase presentations:
- One group number or scene (2 or more people):
- Group selection may not exceed 3 minutes (music must be pre-recorded).
- One student solo song and one student solo monologue:
- Two solo features total (music must be pre-recorded).
- Email if you have an extenuating situation (e.g., three seniors).
- Solo features may not exceed 2 minutes per presentation.
- One group number or scene (2 or more people):
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Each selection will be allotted two light cues: lights up and lights down.
- The stage light plot is designed and hung for the Winter Dance Concert.
- Choose from one of two looks: warm or cool.
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Student Showcase Performance: Participating students will perform live on the stage of the stunning PNC Theater.
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Thursday, January 23rd
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Q & A Session: An intimate conversation with the Managing & Artistic Director of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Kiesha Lalama.
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Voiceover Classes: Learn techniques and styles from the genius himself, Dave Droxler.
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Point Park University Information Session and Campus Tour: Explore career options in the performing arts and beyond.
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Robin & Me Performance: Enjoy this moving and memorable production created and performed by Dave Droxler.
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Festival Fees
$50 per student (limit to 40 students per school)
- Please contact us if you need more spots.
- Includes all classes, Q&A session, Point Park University information session and campus tour, performance opportunity, and Robin & Me show ticket.
75 per chaperone and director (limit to 6 per school)
- Includes professional development sessions (pursuing options for ACT 48 hours/credits) with university professors and Playhouse GM/Producer/Stage Manager: Kim Martin, class with Dave Droxler, student showcase ticket, and Robin & Me show ticket.
- Both the student showcase and Robin & Me performance are open to the public—friends and family will be able to purchase tickets through our box office.
Deadline to submit intent to participate form: December 16, 2024.
Deadline for student showcase performance submissions: December 16, 2024.
- All videos will be uploaded to a designated DropBox.
- All videos will be reviewed and approved by December 20, 2024.