Past Workshop
Explore what it's like to work onstage and behind the scenes of a Broadway musical. With the popular musical MATILDA as our guide, actors will explore character development, learn select songs from the show, choreography, audition techniques, costuming and much more. Every actor will be cast in 1-3 roles and perform in the Making a Musical Showcase for family & friends! This workshop takes a hands-on approach in applying acting techniques directly to the material, while developing confidence and connecting young performers through their love of theatre!
Dates: May 12 - June 7, 2020
Virtual Zoom Workshop
Showcase Performances
These videos were filmed entirely in our actors homes, as all of our rehearsals were done virtually.
CAST A
CAST B
CAST C
Gallery
INSTRUCTORS & SPECIAL GUESTS
WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Schedule is subject to change.
WEEK #1 - AUDITION TECHNIQUE
Tuesday, May 12 - Intro’s & Audition Technique
Thursday, May 14 - Callback Class
*Roles sent out on Friday, May 13th
Saturday, May 16 - Exploring the Story and Character Development
WEEK #2 - EXPLORING THE SHOW & YOUR CHARACTER
Tuesday, May 19 - Dialect Coaching
Thursday, May 21 - Music Rehearsal
Saturday, May 23 - Music Rehearsal and Choreography
WEEK #3 - REHEARSAL & BEHIND THE SCENES
Tuesday, May 26 - Costume Design and Choreography
Thursday, May 28 - Music Rehearsal
Saturday, May 30 - Choreography and Scene Work
WEEK #4 - REHEARSAL & SHOWCASE
Tuesday, June 2 - Choreography & Scene Work
Thursday, June 4 - Run Through Scenes & Musical Numbers
Saturday, June 6 - Perform/Record Showcase
Sunday, June 7 - Showcase Streams on YouTube & Cast Party
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT A PRODUCTION OF MATILDA. MATILDA WILL BE OUR GUIDE FOR APPLYING ACTING TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES LEARNED IN THE CLASS, SUCH AS CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, CRAFTING, STORYTELLING THROUGH SONG, MOVEMENT, DIALECT AND MORE. WE WILL BREAK DOWN MATILDA’S STORY AND CHARACTERS THROUGH SELECT MUSIC, SHORT SCENES and RESOURCES SUCH AS THE ORIGINAL BOOK.
Laura Luc with Oona Laurence after the first Broadway preview of Matilda. Oona had taken an audition workshop and performed with KOTA prior to being cast in the role of Matilda, which earned her a Tony Honor. We have seen many students go on to perform in this magical show, and can’t wait to explore it with our MAKING A MUSICAL Workshop!
A note from KOTA’s Founder & Artistic Director, Laura Luc:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, so much of the entertainment industry has closed its doors.
KOTA has decided to offer virtual workshops, in order for young actors to continue their training, connect with theatre friends, and do what they love the most — perform.
This workshop also allows KOTA to employ artists as teachers and special guests, since so many professionals are now out of work. Together, we will keep the arts thriving and help the industry bounce back.
A portion of the class tuition will be donated to healthcare workers, and students of healthcare workers will be offered a discount.
Thank you for supporting our small business and stay safe!