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Tamara Plasterer

Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair.,
Padua Franciscan High School

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Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair.,
Padua Franciscan High School
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RE: Peter Pan Flying

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 09-22-2022 10:08
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Contact Bill Auld at Bill@AuldEntertainment.com. I have worked with him personally and he is amazing in his work with students, professional and all about safety. He provided services for Padua's production of Mary Poppins, Big Fish and Phantom of the Opera. Peace and blessings, ------------------------------ ...

RE: Too many students in one's theatre program?

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 01-17-2022 08:21
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We have found a key ingredient in double casting is structuring the rehearsal time. It is an advantage to having a "gymatorium": cast A on stage acting full out while cast 1 is in the gym going through the motions but quietly reciting lines. I've also had the doubles or understudy shadow the other just ...

RE: Wednesdays Wisdom from EdTA Education Sages

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 01-12-2022 06:51
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Thank you Gai for this wonderful and well-timed idea and contribution! Peace and blessings, t Mrs. Tamara J. Plasterer Director of Fine Arts Padua Franciscan HS Parma, OH Tamara Plasterer Director of Fine Arts - Department Chair /Fine Arts Padua Franciscan High School P 440.845.2444 x145 ...

RE: California indoor performance restrictions versus indoor sports restrictions

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 12-03-2021 06:23
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Good morning everyone, I too would encourage everyone to check out the articles and videos provided by the NFHS Aerosol study. In Ohio the approach has been to create policy at the local level based on local conditions combined with guidance from CDC and local health boards. I am so grateful for ...

RE: Covid Protocols

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 09-30-2021 06:11
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We did a complete season last year, and actually more than usual. We produced a radio play version of A Christmas Carol for a combined in-person and streamed audience, a virtual series of Readers' Theatre plays, several workshops run both online and in-person, workshopped an original musical which was ...

RE: Calypso song in Joseph

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 09-27-2021 07:09
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I find this article a useful guide.  ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair. Padua Franciscan High School ------------------------------

PBL

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 08-04-2021 21:20
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Greetings! Our school will be using PBL in all courses this year. I would appreciate any advice, do's/don'ts on projects and approaches as well as good sources and resources. I teach Theatre Appreciation, Intro to Acting, Theatrics II (acting) and Stagecraft. Thanks in advance! ------------------------------ ...

RE: Clue Chandelier

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 07-11-2021 14:31
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Check in with Bill Auld, he helped us with our Phantom chandelier as well as other flying needs. Bill Auld Auld Entertainment LLC 3601 Vicary Square NE, Ste #3 Canton, Ohio, 44714 Mobile: (773) 318-1042 ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. ...

RE: Learning lines

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 03-03-2020 05:03
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I've never thought to use this for learning lines but here's the website to get started https://quizlet.com/teachers Peace and blessings, t Tamara Plasterer Director of Vocal Music & Theatre - Department Chair /Fine Arts Padua Franciscan High School P 440.845.2444 x145 F 440.845.5710 ...

RE: Big Fish

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 12-19-2019 05:30
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We actually used 3 Edwards in our production: young adult/college, middle-aged and the elder. We were fortunate to have 3 students who were similar enough in build and feature and then we gave Edward a favorite hat and coat that he kept through the ages. We cast only 1 Sandra: It was his story to tell ...

Renovation inquiry

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 11-12-2019 06:52
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I am researching theatre renovations, specifically spaces that were not originally a traditional theatre vs. new construction. For example, movie theatres, warehouses, gyms ..... What were the considerations? Pros/cons of completed project? Timeframe? Challenges? General advice? Thank you! Peace ...

RE: Most important word

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 05-16-2019 07:09
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Awesome idea! Physics Confidence Character ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair. Padua Franciscan High School Parma OH ------------------------------

RE: Stained glass windows

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 03-06-2019 07:27
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We have used a variety of approaches: Frosted privacy film (Lowes) and markers: Cellophane (think lighting gel) and electrical tape: painted muslin flat ( photo)Peace and blessings! ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair. Padua Franciscan High School ...

RE: Costume inventory system

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 02-11-2019 14:19
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Pricing depends on what you want/need and you can load the software on a single PC or a network. You can see the pricing on the website https://www.costumeinventory.com/pricelist. We were able to get funding from a few of the parents who have been very involved with costumes and greatly appreciated the ...

RE: Costume inventory system

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 02-11-2019 06:57
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Totally agree with Costume Inventory Resources! We recently purchased this system for our theatre and music programs. And Margaret is extremely helpful with computer set-up and offers great support. We have the program installed on 2 laptops so that any 2 departments can be working in the database at ...

RE: Taking Rehearsal Attendance

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 08-27-2018 05:56
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Traditionally we post the sign-in sheet on the call board, then the assigned SM or ASM check it and call anyone who is absent without notice. (Typically this is to the parent). It has simply become part of our production culture. Lately, for crew calls, the TD creates a Google sheet that is shared with ...

RE: An Opportunity

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 08-27-2018 05:46
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Jason, what an incredible idea! Especially syncing the production dates! Yes, I would love to read it and hopefully produce it! Peace and blessings, t Tamara Plasterer Director of Vocal Music & Theatre - Department Chair /Fine Arts Padua Franciscan High School P 440.845.2444 x145 F 440.845.5710 ...

RE: Department Guide

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 05-24-2018 06:09
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Me too! I am blessed to have several faculty members who are also Thespians. Having such a guide would be incredibly helpful. Peace and blessings, ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair. Padua Franciscan High School Parma OH ------------- ...

RE: portable costumes racks

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 04-01-2017 08:25
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We love our Z racks. There are lots of options. We went here to order Garment Rack | Clothing Rack | Clothes Rack - Garment Racks Etc. Peace and blessings, ------------------------------ Tamara Plasterer Artistic Director, Fine Arts Dept. Chair. Padua Franciscan High School Parma OH --- ...

RE: Spamalot

Posted By Tamara Plasterer 03-18-2017 11:07
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I would be curious as well! Thanks for the post! Tamara Plasterer Director of Vocal Music & Theatre - Department Chair /Fine Arts Padua Franciscan High School tplasterer@paduafranciscan.com P 440.845.2444 x145 F 440.845.5710 6740 State Road Parma, OH 44134 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: ...