Upcoming MRTC Events
MRTC Adult & Student Combined Master Class: Mastering Music Direction
When: Saturday, June 21st 11AM - 12:30PM
Where: First United Methodist Church (618 8th St, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Mastering Music Direction - A series Mill Race Theatre Company has offered for high school students and adults in the Columbus, Indiana area since 2023. This will be a combined class with adults and high school students.
Cost: $12 for students (register here), $20 for adults (register here). - You must register in advance to attend this class.
What to expect: Participants will be guided through the basics of music directing (vocal and pit), shown examples of how to cut audition excerpts, choose appropriate warm-ups, be given industry tips and tricks, and more
How to prepare: All items are optional, but it is recommended to bring a notebook for taking notes, a pencil, and a highlighter. Additionally, you can review our participation waiver in advance here. Paper copies will be present at the master class. A waiver must be signed by each participant or by a parent/guardian for minors.
Clinician leading the workshop: Jenny Gafron (She/Her)
Clinician’s Bio: Jenny Gafron is excited to be back volunteering for MRTC again. In addition to being a professional music director and teacher, Jenny also spent several years as an MRTC Board Member and participant, performing in Twelfth Night in 2022 (“Fabian”) and Seussical (“Wickersham #1”) in 2023. Jenny began Music Directing in 2016 when she began her teaching career as a choral and musical theatre educator in Indianapolis. While in Indiana, Jenny founded two award-winning show choirs and led two high school show choir programs (including Columbus’ own, North High School) to many top five and grand champion placements. Jenny has 20+ years of theatre experience and earned her Bachelor of Music, in Music Education (vocal emphasis), degree from Millikin University. She currently teaches middle school music and choir in the Chicago suburbs, directing and music directing their annual musical, as well.
MRTC Adult Master Class: Audition Techniques
When: Saturday, May 17th 2PM - 4PM
Where: Dancers Studio (1804 22nd St, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Audition Techniques - The fourth in a series of Master Classes by Miill Race Theatre Company for adults (in this case actors ages 13+ as 13+ are considered for adult parts in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory). This will be a more advanced audition techniques class.
MRTC Student (Kids) Master Class: Audition Techniques
When: Saturday, May 17th 1PM - 2PM
Where: Dancers Studio (1804 22nd St, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Audition Techniques - Mill Race Theatre Company has offered 9 master classes for high school students. This is our first student master class for actors ages 8-12 in the Columbus, Indiana area. We are also offering a more advanced version of this class for actors ages 13+ - learn more on our Adult Master Class Page here.
Cost: FREE - We’re pleased to make this class free and accessible to all in partnership with the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory production staff. You must register in advance using the form on this page in order to attend this class.
What to expect: Interested in auditioning for this summer's production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Interested in learning more about auditioning in general? Join MRTC Masters this Saturday, May 17th to learn more!
How to prepare: Kids do not need to prepare their own song. A cut of music will be shared with the kids for them all to learn together. The kids class will not include movement or dancing, however kids are still encouraged to wear comfortable clothes. Shoes will need to be taken off to enter the dance studio room, so wearing or bringing socks may be a good idea, though not required. Parents are encouraged to drop off and pick up their child, but may stay if they’d prefer.
Clinician leading the workshop: Brittany Marie Davis
Clinician’s Bio: Brittany Michelle Davis is an actor/singer/dancer based in Indianapolis. IN. She has been dancing since the age of four, specializing in tap and musical theatre dance styles. While pursuing her Bachelor's of Music in Musical Theatre from Anderson University (graduated 2021), Brittany fostered and expanded her love for dance and its function of storytelling in musical theatre. As a current choreographer and constant student of dance, Brittany is excited to share her love of dance and story building through this master class!
MRTC Adult Master Class: Special Effects Makeup
When:Sunday, October 27th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: The Columbus Township Fire and Rescue - Station 221 (931 Repp Drive, Columbus Indiana 47201)
What: Special Effects Makeup - the third in a series of Adult master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for adults ages 18+ in the Columbus, Indiana area! This class will be combined with high school students, but students need to register separately - click here for more details.
Cost: $20 - You must register in advance in order to attend this class.
What to expect: Come learn all about special effects makeup with our Masters clinician, Johna Wilson! Gear up for spooky season learning tips and tricks to manufacture cuts, bruises, and more! This class is one you won't want to miss!
What to bring: Materials will be provided for students to practice. Students may bring their own eyeshadow palates and brushes if they want to try recreating things with their own makeup.
Clinician leading the workshop: Johna Wilson
Clinician’s Bios: Hello! My name is Johna Wilson, I am an Advanced EMT and Primary Instructor at Columbus Township Fire and Rescue. As a Primary Instructor I have been teaching EMT classes for about 8 years, to help make the skills more realistic I use moulage (make-up) so that the students are able to learn different techniques while simulating treatments. I have also assisted in larger trainings doing moulage for Columbus Regional Hospital and Shelbyville EMA with their Armed Aggressor Trainings. I love learning new ways to apply make-up, so here is hoping we can learn from each other!
MRTC Student Master Class: Special Effects Makeup
When:Sunday, October 27th, 2024 2PM - 4PM
Where: The Columbus Township Fire and Rescue - Station 221 (931 Repp Drive, Columbus, Indiana 47201)
What: Special Effects Makeup - the tenth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus! This class will be combined with adults, but adults need to register separately on our Adult Master Class Page here.
Cost:$12 - You must register in advance in order to attend this class. Please see the FAQs section below for details about financial aid options.
What to expect: Come learn all about special effects makeup with our Masters clinician, Johna Wilson! Gear up for spooky season learning tips and tricks to manufacture cuts, bruises, and more! This class is one you won't want to miss!
What to bring: Materials will be provided for students to practice. Students may bring their own eyeshadow palates and brushes if they want to try recreating things with their own makeup.
Clinician leading the workshop: Johna Wilson
Clinician’s Bios: Hello! My name is Johna Wilson, I am an Advanced EMT and Primary Instructor at Columbus Township Fire and Rescue. As a Primary Instructor I have been teaching EMT classes for about 8 years, to help make the skills more realistic I use moulage (make-up) so that the students are able to learn different techniques while simulating treatments. I have also assisted in larger trainings doing moulage for Columbus Regional Hospital and Shelbyville EMA with their Armed Aggressor Trainings. I love learning new ways to apply make-up, so here is hoping we can learn from each other!
MRTC Adult Master Class: Intro to Stage Combat
When: Sunday, September 29th, 2024 from 4:30PM - 6:30PM
Where: Dance by Design (1503 Cottage Ave, Suite B, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Intro to Stage Combat - the second in a series of Adult master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for adults ages 18+ in the Columbus, Indiana area! If you are still in high school, this master class is also being offered to your age group - click here for more details.
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MRTC Student Master Class: Intro to Stage Combat
When: Sunday, September 29th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Dance by Design (1503 Cottage Ave, Suite B, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Intro to Stage Combat - the ninth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus! We are also now offering this class to adults - learn more on our Adult Master Class Page here.
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MRTC Student Master Class: Musical Theatre Dance
When: Sunday, April 28th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Sonya's Dance Zone (3140 N National Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Musical Theatre Dance - the eighth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
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MRTC Adult Master Class: Musical Dance
When: Saturday, April 27th, 2024 from 4PM - 6PM
Where: Sonya's Dance Zone (3140 N National Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
What: Musical Theatre Dance - The first in a series of Adult master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for adults ages 18+ in the Columbus, Indiana area! If you are still in high school, this master class is also being offered to your age group - click here for more details.
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MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Intro to Playwriting
When: Sunday, March 24th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Xenia Miller Conference Room, at the Commons (300 Washington St. Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Intro to Playwriting - the seventh in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
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MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Intro to Stage Combat
When: Sunday, February 18th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Dancers Studio (2158 Cottage Avenue Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Intro to Stage Combat - the seventh in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
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MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Stage Management
When: Sunday, January 28th, 2024 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Xenia Miller Room at the Commons on the second floor (300 Washington St. Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Stage Management - the sixth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
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MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Mastering Monologues
When: Sunday October 15th, 2023 from 2PM - 4PM
Where: Sonya’s Dance Zone (3136 N National Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Mastering Monologues - the fifth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
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MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Lighting Design
When: Sunday September 17th, 2023 from 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Where: Dancers Studio (2158 Cottage Ave. Columbus, IN 47201)
What: Lighting Design - the fourth in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Improv: Level 1
When: Monday, August 28th, 2023 from 7PM - 9PM
Where: North High School Studio Room
What: Improv: Level 1 - the third in a series of master classes presented by Mill Race Theatre Company for high school aged (incoming freshman - graduating seniors) students in Columbus!
MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Stage Makeup
You’ll learn the ins and outs for stage makeup, from your basics to being ready for the spotlight! We’ll be going over stage makeup kits, product selections, caring for your supplies & your canvas, how to create the perfect base look, and how to take that base and transform it into the perfect stage look. This class will cover beginner-level stage makeup for ALL. All you need to bring is what you’ve currently got in your kit (if you’ve got one) or any makeup you’ve used for the stage in the past and your eagerness to learn!
MRTC Masters Workshop Series: Audition Techniques
You’ll learn the ins and outs for stage makeup, from your basics to being ready for the spotlight! We’ll be going over stage makeup kits, product selections, caring for your supplies & your canvas, how to create the perfect base look, and how to take that base and transform it into the perfect stage look. This class will cover beginner-level stage makeup for ALL. All you need to bring is what you’ve currently got in your kit (if you’ve got one) or any makeup you’ve used for the stage in the past and your eagerness to learn!