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Sheila Newton

Choir and Drama Director,
Mansfield High School

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Choir and Drama Director,
Mansfield High School

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RE: Regional ThesFests

Posted By Sheila Newton 10-15-2022 08:19
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Hi Allison, My students thoroughly enjoyed attending the festival at Acton/Boxborough. They especially loved the workshops with college professors and watching the one-act plays. Jess Harms mentioned a few years ago that they were going to allow groups to perform one-act plays for feedback only. My ...

RE: Spring Drana

Posted By Sheila Newton 07-29-2022 10:21
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Hi, In the past, my 9-12th graders performed 33 Variations and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime. Best wishes for a great school year! Sheila Sent from my iPhone

RE: Play for Advanced Theatre Class

Posted By Sheila Newton 12-14-2021 08:52
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Hi, I have read and performed scenes from Doubt and Proof with my drama 2 classes. Good luck,Sheila Newton

RE: Matilda for High School

Posted By Sheila Newton 10-09-2021 07:51
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I directed a high school production of Matilda a few years ago and it went over really well. I cast a small sophomore who happened to be a talented triple threat. It's a fantastic show and if you use the Broadway Media projections it helps with the fast transitions to multiple locations.  Best of ...

The Little Mermaid - Props & Heelys & Available Salon Hair Dryers

Posted By Sheila Newton 10-03-2021 16:05
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Hi, I am directing a high school production of The Little Mermaid. The show is due to open on December 3rd (fingers crossed!).  I am looking to rent/borrow props for the show. In addition, I need eight pairs of black Heelys for the Mersisters, Flotsam, and Jetsam (all female). Would you mind messaging ...

RE: Favorite 10 Minute Plays

Posted By Sheila Newton 04-15-2021 14:25
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Here is a list of eight 10-minute plays that I recommend for high school students: Beauty by Jane Martin The Skewed Picture by Andrew Biss Common App by Martha Douglas - Osmundson Head Space by Cynthia Faith Arsenault Telephones and Bad Weather by Steve Yockey The Fudgicle Thief by Bill Doncaster ...

RE: Anyone here using or teaching SketchUp?

Posted By Sheila Newton 12-16-2020 08:37
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Hi George, I am interested in taking your class!  Thank you for offering to teach it again. All the best, Sheila Newton Mansfield High School Drama & Choir Director ------------------------------ Sheila Newton Choir and Drama Director Mansfield High School --------------------------- ...

RE: Other platforms than Zoom

Posted By Sheila Newton 08-21-2020 08:01
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Hi, I have the same issue with my school and Zoom. Look into Streamyard. It seems to be a viable alternative. Good luck, ------------------------------ Sheila Newton Choir and Drama Director Franklin MA ------------------------------

RE: HEADSET Communication system

Posted By Sheila Newton 01-06-2020 09:25
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Hi, I tried the Eartec system this past fall and it worked great. As a matter of fact, I am going to purchase it for my school! Take care,Sheila NewtonMansfield High School

RE: Storytelling

Posted By Sheila Newton 01-05-2020 17:02
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Hi, I am interested in learning about Moth storytelling, as well. I'd like my students to devise a script in my drama 2 class and this sounds like a great jumping off point. If you find the link, do you mind posting it to the group? Thanks,Sheila NewtonMansfield, MA

RE: The ever dreaded show selection

Posted By Sheila Newton 01-04-2020 17:49
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Look at Exit the Body or Nightwatch or Rehearsal for Murder. I especially liked the first one!! Best of luck, Sheila Newton Mansfield, MA ------------------------------ Sheila Newton Choir and Drama Director Franklin MA ------------------------------