List of Contributions

Juliette Beck

Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director

Contact Details

Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director
Bronze Member

My Content

1 to 20 of 50+ total

RE: How do other schools deal with eligibility?

Posted By Juliette Beck 04-10-2017 14:48
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hi, we require a grade check and signed contract (signed by student & parent/guardian) at the time of audition. That way, if their grades aren't up to par, they aren't cast in the show. Hope this helps for next year, Juliette ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, ...

Changes..thanks & seeking advice

Posted By Juliette Beck 04-10-2017 12:30
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hello wonderful community, I haven't been as active here this school year, but many of you have helped me a ton over the years via this community and at The EdTA National Conferences. Thank you all! I am in awe of all of your knowledge and awesomeness. I wanted to share that I am transitioning ...

Black History Month, performing arts history videos?

Posted By Juliette Beck 01-24-2017 13:00
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hello, in preparation for Black History Month, I would like to share some content of performing arts (theatre, music, dance, artists, etc) that connect to Black History. We are attending a revue that features several notable African American arts movements and artists. Does anyone have a great or favorite ...

RE: Radium Girls

Posted By Juliette Beck 01-20-2017 11:25
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
We LOVED this play. We did the one act competition version at a one act competition and it went really well. My students loved the creativity, the easy flow from scene to scene, and the history. We included dramaturgy in our preparation and even took a field trip to The National Atomic Museum to look ...

article on acting for film?

Posted By Juliette Beck 01-20-2017 11:21
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hello, I have a student who is making a film and is curious about the difference between acting for theatre (her wheelhouse) and acting for film. I remember an article about acting for film, but can't seem to find it. It was either in Dramatics or Teaching Theatre. Can you please help? Thanks! Best, ...

RE: Radium Girls

Posted By Juliette Beck 09-29-2016 12:42
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
My students voted on Radium Girls for a district competition. The competition script lists a cast list for 9 or 10 actors. Has anyone divided up the cast to fit 12 actors? Thank you in advance. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque ...

scene for 2 strong female actors, school dinner variety show

Posted By Juliette Beck 09-29-2016 12:31
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hi, I have an upcoming school dinner event where students will be sharing different performing arts during a school dinner. The theme is "Dream Come True" and I'm looking for a short scene (5-20 minutes or so) for two really strong female actors (Thespians and Seniors) that fits this theme...or ...

Contemporary Comedic Monologue for HS girl

Posted By Juliette Beck 09-13-2016 13:12
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hello, I have a HS student who is auditioning for a modern version of Alice in Wonderland and needs a contemporary comedic monologue from a published play. Any suggestions? She's a strong performer and previously played Meg in A Wrinkle in Time. Thanks in advance, Juliette ------------------------------ ...

RE: newbie seeking HELP!!

Posted By Juliette Beck 06-16-2016 14:43
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Gai Jones' book Raising the Curtain was a HUGE help for me with daily lessons, pacing, etc. Theatrefolk also has awesome lesson plans, ideas, and a strong community of support. Hope this helps, Juliette ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque ...

RE: How to clean?

Posted By Juliette Beck 05-26-2016 15:58
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
I suggest warm water with baby shampoo, squeeze a lot and rinse a lot under warm to hot h2o. Let them air dry on a paper towel. If they are really gunky, you can try Dawn liquid dish soap or Cinema Secrets brush cleaner from Sephora. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, ...

RE: Banquet Story

Posted By Juliette Beck 05-26-2016 15:53
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hi Bruce, I'm sorry to hear your year ended on a negative note. My advice is to just wish this student well and brush the metaphorical dirt of your shoulders. Who knows, in 8 more years, he may recall how professional and fair you were. Keep your chin up and remember all the wonderful, positive students ...

RE: Child Friendly Full Length Play

Posted By Juliette Beck 04-28-2016 11:56
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Phantom Tollbooth is a great play...the musical version is great, too. It's not overdone and all ages seem to enjoy all the literary references. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque NM

RE: Bugsy Malone JR Splurge Guns

Posted By Juliette Beck 04-09-2016 16:15
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Thanks for the splurge gun advice, everyone! We used spray paint guns from Amazon, painted them grey and attached cans of silly string. A student decorated the cans with paper & fabric to match the gang colors (purple for Dandy Dan's Hoods & green for Fat Sam's gang.) We also had a student make fake ...

RE: Poe Monologues

Posted By Juliette Beck 02-22-2016 20:01
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
I agree, Shuddersome by Lindsay Price is awesome/excellent/Poe-tastic. Visit Theatrefolk for more info. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque NM

RE: Thriller or Horror Plays

Posted By Juliette Beck 02-22-2016 20:00
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
If possible, I would love a perusal script of the new 60 minute horror play. My email is jbeck@paparts.org Thank you! ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque NM

RE: Thriller or Horror Plays

Posted By Juliette Beck 02-20-2016 14:46
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hi, Shuddersome by Lindsay Price is a great adaptation of Poe's work and allows for interesting ensemble & movement work. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director Albuquerque NM

Bugsy Malone JR Splurge Guns

Posted By Juliette Beck 02-04-2016 20:29
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
Hello! I am looking for suggestions/advice for the splurge guns in Bugsy Malone JR...some ideas have been ping pong ball guns, marshmallow guns...any leads or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you. ------------------------------ Juliette Beck Head of Theatre, Teacher, Troupe Director ...

RE: "Build a Program," they said

Posted By Juliette Beck 01-23-2016 17:43
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
I will join in and add that I know how challenging it can be to take over after another teacher and build or re-build a program. One idea that may support you & your students is to bring the community in to your classroom. We partner with a local community theatre company to work on playwriting and we ...

RE: Desperatly looking for Middle School Play

Posted By Juliette Beck 01-23-2016 17:34
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
I loved directing Shuddersome: Tales of Poe by Lindsay Price (Theatrefolk) and my MS students still talk about what a positive experience it was for them. We just closed Orphan Trains by Deborah Price (Playscripts) and it was incredibly moving, powerful and well received. My MS students loved the historical ...

RE: Impressive and Fun One Act?

Posted By Juliette Beck 12-15-2015 19:30
Found In Egroup: Open Forum \ view thread
The play Paper or Plastic? (Dramatic Publishing) might work for you. It's a fun one act, and you can add extra shoppers and cart wranglers. An fun idea would be to have your audience bring a can of food (to donate to a local food bank), and stock the shelves of your set during the run of the show. ...