On Monday 3rd of Feb we are going to see Adrian Richards Ex-Member of Stage2 in a Production of Advice for the Young at Heart.
We have been offered a special discount rate of just £7 for Stage2 members and their families. Over 14s Welcome!
Bring money to the intro!
Monday 20 January 2014
Saturday 18 January 2014
Take Part Spring 2014
Opportunity for Birmingham Kids to Work with World Famous Performer!
Claire Dowie, one of the
UK's finest playwrights is returning to Birmingham through the presence of Stage2;
Brum's busiest youth theatre. Claire, Stage2's Patron, has given
personal permission (and ongoing support) to the young company as they embark
on the intrepid task of asking; Why is John Lennon Wearing a Skirt?
The play, popular for it's
in-yer-face attitude towards gender, the workplace and social peculiarities -
particularly when it comes to clothing – celebrates it's 25th
anniversary this year and whilst Claire herself tours the world with a
reworking of the original monologue, Stage2 (also in their 25th
year) brings the script to life in a completely different way.
Why is John Lennon Wearing a Skirt? is a powerful exploration of stereotyping
and pressures to conform – a journey through a girl’s life that includes
frustrated encounters with skirts, incredulous encounters with tights and
disastrous encounters with boys. She gets through school by pretending to be in
the Beatles and her first office job by pretending to be in the Army. With the
exciting addition of a live band on stage, a huge cast of Birmingham’s best
bring the perils of being a teenager hilariously and sometimes horrifically to
life!
And the best part? Anyone
who wants to can get involved! (between the ages of 7-21 – sorry parents!). Stage2
is currently recruiting for the Spring Term 2014 which means anyone (regardless
of previous experience!) can be a part of this unique opportunity, being an
integral part of this full-scale award winning piece of theatre. So, if you're
inquisitive and want find out why this famous Beatle is wearing a skirt, work
with a famous practitioner, be part of a huge show or just want to get involved
in Birmingham’s busiest youth company, all you have to do is turn up on the 25th
January!
If you or a young person you know would like to get involved please contact info@stage2.org or check out our website for details; www.stage2.org
Tuesday 14 January 2014
Take Part in Stage2 Spring 2014
You
are advised to book as soon as possible to make sure of a place!
Currently we can accept new members who turn up, register, pay and book
at 9.30am on the intro day Saturday 25th Jan 2014 but it will be MUCH better for you if you
have read the Welcome Pack in advance.
If you want further information about the choices for next term please read
on...
If you are already interested in joining please click Booking
If you still have any other queries please contact our Company Manager Lucy Bailey-Wright on 07961 018841.
Musical Direction Charlie Reilly
Come and ‘…see how confident and daring the brilliant Stage2 can be’. Birmingham Post on our last version of WIJLWAS? In 2004
By popular demand we revisit this fantastic show written by our very own Patron, in the Crescent Main House using both galleries, with as many members as possible and with a live band on stage playing Beatles songs throughout!! We have special permission from Claire herself to rework two of her monologues into one great play, tailored specially to current Stage2 members. It focuses on stereotyping and the pressures to conform, as we journey through a girl’s life - seeing frustrated encounters with skirts, incredulous encounters with tights and disastrous encounters with boys. She gets through school by pretending to be in the Beatles and her first office job by pretending to be in the army. The writing is fast and furious and very, very funny. This play is suitable for all ages and both sexes (several people play the main role and there are some great male parts too) - as we bring the perils of being a teenager hilariously and sometimes horrifically to life.
Anyone can be involved in this production on stage or in a backstage role. Look out for the contract about Auditions for cast and band roles and Interviews for the backstage team.
Anyone can audition on Sat 30th Nov, 6 - 7.30pm (Assistant & Tech Interviews 5.15–6pm)
Anyone can be in the Chorus by signing up at the Intro; Sat 25th January 2014
No previous experience required but you must be prepared to write and keep notes and have excellent attendance as this is a Skills Option.
We also have our usual General Drama (for people wanting a grounding in Drama or who can not attend every week) in the morning and Stage1 for 7-10 year olds wanting a fun option) in the Afternoons!
If you want further information about the choices for next term please read
on...
If you are already interested in joining please click Booking
If you still have any other queries please contact our Company Manager Lucy Bailey-Wright on 07961 018841.
Joining Stage2 |
|
Stage2 is open to absolutely all 9-21 year olds from Birmingham and its surrounding regions. There is no audition to join Stage2, and no previous experience is required, places are allocated on a first come, first served basis. As well as the educational benefits of Stage2 we have numerous fun, social events that all our members may choose to take advantage of which are explained in our weekly admin slot. We offer at least 4 Saturday options each term, designed to cater for our members‚ a wide range of interests and abilities. Please note we cannot always guarantee everyone their first choice, we do however guarantee that there is room for everyone in the productions (every single term)! You will also have the opportunity to join our Marketing and Fund-Raising Committees, learning useful skills and gaining real work experience. Schedules and diaries are given out at the Intro Session and options are explained in more detail, with all times and commitment levels confirmed for the whole term. Please phone 07961 018841 or Email info@stage2.org if you have any queries at any time! |
Stage2 Options Spring Term 2014 |
Production:
Claire Dowie’s Why is John Lennon Wearing a Skirt?
The Crescent Theatre 17 – 19 April 2014 (Production Week starts 13th April) Directed by Liz LightMusical Direction Charlie Reilly
Come and ‘…see how confident and daring the brilliant Stage2 can be’. Birmingham Post on our last version of WIJLWAS? In 2004
By popular demand we revisit this fantastic show written by our very own Patron, in the Crescent Main House using both galleries, with as many members as possible and with a live band on stage playing Beatles songs throughout!! We have special permission from Claire herself to rework two of her monologues into one great play, tailored specially to current Stage2 members. It focuses on stereotyping and the pressures to conform, as we journey through a girl’s life - seeing frustrated encounters with skirts, incredulous encounters with tights and disastrous encounters with boys. She gets through school by pretending to be in the Beatles and her first office job by pretending to be in the army. The writing is fast and furious and very, very funny. This play is suitable for all ages and both sexes (several people play the main role and there are some great male parts too) - as we bring the perils of being a teenager hilariously and sometimes horrifically to life.
Anyone can be involved in this production on stage or in a backstage role. Look out for the contract about Auditions for cast and band roles and Interviews for the backstage team.
Anyone can audition on Sat 30th Nov, 6 - 7.30pm (Assistant & Tech Interviews 5.15–6pm)
Anyone can be in the Chorus by signing up at the Intro; Sat 25th January 2014
Skills Workshop: Playwriting, Poetry and the Spoken Word
Run by Alex Butler With Chloe Jones Have you ever seen a play or heard a poet read their poems aloud and thought ‘I wish I could do that’? Well, guess what – you can. In this workshop we’ll be unpicking what it means to write a poem, the different ways to devise, write and gain inspiration for writing a play (don’t worry we don’t expect the next Hamlet) and exploring the complexities of performing the spoken word. We’ll be taking set texts and stirring them up, looking at past and current practitioners and trying out their styles whilst developing our own voices. We’ll gain skills in storytelling and devising narratives as well as playing with Slam Poetry and exploring the work of the Beat Poets. Don’t know what that means? Join in and find out!No previous experience required but you must be prepared to write and keep notes and have excellent attendance as this is a Skills Option.
We also have our usual General Drama (for people wanting a grounding in Drama or who can not attend every week) in the morning and Stage1 for 7-10 year olds wanting a fun option) in the Afternoons!
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