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Caylee Jo
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Such a die-hard theatre kid, I became a theatre teacher! I'm here to chat about all things theatre and theatre education with a focus on tips for theatre teachers and students.
NEWSIES | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question).
How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom:
czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htmlsi=qwBgI5Oy6K47hjmD
Newsies Production Guide: www.mtishows.com/sites/default/files/newsies_production_handbook.pdf
Newsies Viewing Guide: newsiesthemusical.com/pdf/NewsiesStudyGuide.pdf
I recommend pairing this with one of the following clips from the show below:
2023 Olivier Awards, Newsies Medley: czcams.com/video/VfLOAERaIc0/video.htmlsi=iT3mTh_jAYliYtEg&t=23
"King of New York" (Clip):
czcams.com/video/5iKmHSgSHWc/video.htmlsi=jmR6dCahSevf5tf9
"Carrying the Banner" (Clip):
czcams.com/video/qlEZZDSqlUk/video.htmlsi=v4G67yv96Cf1_x2r
0:00 Intro
0:46 Background Info
1:31 The Plot
2:29 Fun Fact!
2:40 Point to Ponder
How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom:
czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htmlsi=qwBgI5Oy6K47hjmD
Newsies Production Guide: www.mtishows.com/sites/default/files/newsies_production_handbook.pdf
Newsies Viewing Guide: newsiesthemusical.com/pdf/NewsiesStudyGuide.pdf
I recommend pairing this with one of the following clips from the show below:
2023 Olivier Awards, Newsies Medley: czcams.com/video/VfLOAERaIc0/video.htmlsi=iT3mTh_jAYliYtEg&t=23
"King of New York" (Clip):
czcams.com/video/5iKmHSgSHWc/video.htmlsi=jmR6dCahSevf5tf9
"Carrying the Banner" (Clip):
czcams.com/video/qlEZZDSqlUk/video.htmlsi=v4G67yv96Cf1_x2r
0:00 Intro
0:46 Background Info
1:31 The Plot
2:29 Fun Fact!
2:40 Point to Ponder
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HADESTOWN TEEN EDITION | Initial Thoughts and Reaction from a Theatre Teacher
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I have so many thoughts to share regarding Concord Theatricals newest acquisition, "Hadestown Teen Edition"! Let me know all of your thoughts in the comments section. Playbill Article: shorturl.at/gmBCS License Hadestown Teen Edition: shorturl.at/oqtwA 0:00 A New Teen Musical! 0:57 Initial Thoughts/Concerns 3:19 What are the Changes? 7:51 Final Opinion
GREASE | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
INTO THE WOODS | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
SHREK THE MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
GUYS & DOLLS | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
TEACHING THEATRE IN MIDDLE SCHOOL VS. HIGH SCHOOL | What are the MAJOR Differences?
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Let's chat about the major differences between teaching middle school and high school students. One isn't better than the other, they're simply different, and I'm here to help you identify those differences. Check out my channel for more behind-the-scenes in the life of a theatre teacher! 0:00 Intro/My Experience 1:29 Major Difference 1 3:49 Major Difference 2 6:24 Major Difference 3 7:57 (My F...
BETWEEN THE LINES | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
LION KING MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
HOW TO CHOOSE A MONOLOGUE | Audition Tips for Selecting the Best Monologue for a Play
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In less than 5 minutes I share my top tips for choosing the best possible monologue for your play audition. These basic guidelines will help impress the panel and improve your overall audition! Check out my other videos on tips to help you nail your next audition. 0:00 Intro 0:55 Monologue Guidelines 3:12 Bonus Tips!
HADESTOWN | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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Welcome to Musical Monday - a series PERFECT for theatre educators to share every Monday to get class started in a fun and engaging way. Musical Monday segments include background information on the selected title, a basic plot overview, a fun fact, and a "Point to Ponder" (journal prompt/discussion question). How to use "Musical Monday" in your Classroom: czcams.com/video/vHzPgHi855k/video.htm...
I'm a Director and I Don't Cast Understudies. Here's Why.
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I recently made a video sharing my audition paperwork (Link Here: czcams.com/video/q9DzCLZul_4/video.html ) and in that video I mentioned that I do not cast understudies, which led to some questions in the comments and a really great discussion regarding that choice. I decided to expand upon that conversation in this week's video. Thanks for watching! If you're a theatre teacher, check out my M...
ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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ONCE UPON A MATTRESS | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
AUDITION PAPERWORK TEMPLATE | Directing a School Play, Theatre Teacher Resource!
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AUDITION PAPERWORK TEMPLATE | Directing a School Play, Theatre Teacher Resource!
WICKED | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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WICKED | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
NEW MUSICALS FOR SCHOOLS TO PERFORM IN 2024 | Theatre Teacher Shares!
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NEW MUSICALS FOR SCHOOLS TO PERFORM IN 2024 | Theatre Teacher Shares!
ELF THE MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
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ELF THE MUSICAL | Musical Monday Theatre Mini Lesson
NEW THEATRE SERIES | FREE Mini Lessons for Theatre Classroom!
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NEW THEATRE SERIES | FREE Mini Lessons for Theatre Classroom!
2024 YOUTUBE GOALS | Reflecting on Viral Mean Girls JR. Video
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2024 CZcams GOALS | Reflecting on Viral Mean Girls JR. Video
HONEST CASTING CONVERSTION | Theatre Teacher & Director Shares Tips for Casting
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HONEST CASTING CONVERSTION | Theatre Teacher & Director Shares Tips for Casting
ANASTASIA YOUTH EDITION MUSICAL | Theatre Teacher Reviews the Differences
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ANASTASIA YOUTH EDITION MUSICAL | Theatre Teacher Reviews the Differences
WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR HANDS IN AUDITIONS + Other Musical Theatre Audition Questions Answered!
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WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR HANDS IN AUDITIONS Other Musical Theatre Audition Questions Answered!
YOU'RE CHOOSING THE WRONG SONG | Musical Theatre Audition Tips for your Repertoire!
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YOU'RE CHOOSING THE WRONG SONG | Musical Theatre Audition Tips for your Repertoire!
BEETLEJUICE JR. MUSICAL | How I REALLY Feel & Which Songs are Cut!
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BEETLEJUICE JR. MUSICAL | How I REALLY Feel & Which Songs are Cut!
TOP 10 SCARY MUSICALS + the Broadway Actor I Dislike…
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TOP 10 SCARY MUSICALS the Broadway Actor I Dislike…
HALLOWEEN THEATRE FUNDRAISERS | Raise Money this Spooky Season!
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HALLOWEEN THEATRE FUNDRAISERS | Raise Money this Spooky Season!
Why is this recommended literally HOURS after my audition 😭😭
the algorithm knows all dude, my school musical is to be announced in 2 days
Tomorrow I am auditioning for Bell and beauty and the beast for my high school musical and I am super nervous and this just calmed my nerves!!
the question at the end made me realise that at first i wanted to be a director mostly because i don't like being in the spotlight while i love acting and theatre !
I was just assigned MS drama as a long term sub. Any suggestions or tips so I can help them feel like they are getting the full, most fun experience out of this class while their teacher is away? Or what you would wish for in a sub for your class?
How do the lights get placed? Do you just set them on the floor and they are cordless? I don't see any cords causing the columns to tip over, looks good
We just had mama Mia at our high school this weekend
We didn’t need a Sweeney Todd teen edition either, and we do have one. I think it was great move to have a Hadestown: teen edition to challenge our musical theatre teens. I will personally be doing it with MT teen group.
Even though I already know the differences, I would love to see a video comparing Freaky Friday and Freaky Friday One Act Edition.
"Morphine in a tin" is the only hard drug reference I recall, all the rest refers to alcohol.
I was in a production of this show my 7th grade year. I was Uncle Henry, Crow #2 (Aunt Em was Crow #1), Oz Chorus, and a Flying Monkey. I had a lot of fun during the show, and it remained as my favorite production until 2 years later when I got to be Fletcher in Freaky Friday (a really fun show).
I would love to hear the story about when the electricity went out in the middle of your show.
My sister is auditioning for Matilda, its her first real audition i showed her this video, hopefully she’ll get a role, Matilda is her dream role
Bettlejiucie jr pilot production actor here. The pilot was so amazing but im exited for everyone to do this! :D i was ensemble but i loved it!
THANK YOU!! ILL KEEP THIS IS MIND
thank u so much. i’m auditioning for the dowager empress from anastasia in 2 weeks!!!
My theatre program is doing finding Nemo Jr and I’m auditioning for dory wish me luck!
i got casted in shrek jr 2 days ago and i got snow white and that’s the smallest role i’ve ever gotten so far but at least i got in the cast though!
This is so great!!! I’ll be using this for sure as we prep for our upcoming Christmas production ❤🎉
Im auditioning next monday for matilda jr. Im going for Matilda and im really exited. Please wish me good luck !!! 😊❤
Im auditioning for Charlotte den on in elf wish me luck😋
Any advice for a new teacher on how to decorate with very limited funds
We’re going mean girls this year and im PRAYING for a main role
My director gives us the monologues on the day of the audition so we get 20 minutes to read and then we audition 👍
I'll update when my cast list is out
My middle school is going to be doing beetle juice and I'm so excited! I'm an 8th grader ^^
Came here from a Wednesday blooper video- to know that even professionals mess up makes me confident- I used to do musical theatre in school, so I’ve been in plays before (we even preformed Descendants!) I’ve been thinking about starting acting, so I thought this video might help me get back into it. Wish I had these tips when I started! Will definitely keep them in mind when trying out for backstage!
watching this before auditioning for gaston. our musical this year is beauty and the beast, and i either wanna go for lefou or gaston (even though i'm a girl).😭
I’m doing beauty and the beast too! I’m auditioning for chip in one week :)
@CottonCandy_11 awww omg that seems so fun! chip is adorable!
Our school just finished with beauty and the beast it truly was such an amazing musical but for our next we are doing shrek!! Are there any tips when auditioning?? Cause I hope I get farqaud😭😭😭
@aymaneguellil5694 i would honestly say that the biggest thing is preparing early. start preparing as soon as you can, and make sure you do your research about not only the play/musical but also the character that you want to audition for. also, if there's any singing that you have to do for the audition, i would get someone to listen to how you sing and take constructive criticism. also, practice your lines in front of people and say the sentence naturally a few times before learning some words that you should put emphasis on. water is also important, and so is projecting when you practice your lines! take deep breaths right before your audition, and make sure that you remember everything that you have gone over (practicing, emphasis on lines, etc.) words of affirmation are your best friend. you got this!
@@user-wv3qh6og5y omg Ty you don’t know how much this means tysm!!!
My friends told me to not audition for Nala in Lion king school musical because it is more competitive role and she doesn't want me to Yap or cry or upset. I appreciate that even I still disagree. The most important process in audition for me is practice, not the result.
I’m auditioning for Alice in a Alice in wonderland dance show do anyone have any kind of tips to get the lead
I’m auditioning for Nala in school musical lion kings and the competition rate is 1/3, I’m not sure how to put “lively” personality into my work, can you do videos about personality performing?
I wish there were smaller cast options. We’re a very small MS program :(
Just saw it performed this weekend and enjoyed it. The kids loved it and so did the audience.
Im auditioning for mean girls in September, and this has calmed me down alot
Ooh update when you audition! Mean girls is one of my dream shows
Have auditions pretty soon im trying to be Lucas and this information really helped considering the song I'll be doing is Johanna from Sweeney Todd.
as someone interested in theatre education, what is your overtime schedule like? I know a lot of extra time must go into putting on school productions!
Could you do a video of advice for the teachers who are teaching drama but didn’t major in it? I’m running a high school drama program/teaching classes and have a ton of background in acting and improv but little to none in tech theater. I have a thespians troupe and don’t want to disappoint my kids.
Im studying theater but didn’t know how to use it without being a full blown actor. This is a path I’m looking into now so I’m super happy to find this video!
How Wonderful! I'm glad that you found this video helpful <3
My school is doing the teen version of this musical! Thanks so much for your input. I’m super excited to be a part of it!
Break a leg!
@@cayleejo Thanks so much!
Here are the things I’ve done: Willy Wonka Jr: Augustus Aladdin Jr: Jafar Lion King Jr: Scar Nemo Jr: Bruce Annie Jr: Rooster (double casted) And even after all these parts I still think that my favorite was Augustus, even though it was probably the smallest part, and I just loved being that character in that play because I could make my own choreo at the end.
How fun! it looks like you're often cast as the "villain", which can give you such fun opportunities as a performer!
I did The Little Mermaid and i was ensemble (because my teacher chooses 7th and 8th graders for leads) and it was sooo fun!
I love Little Mermaid! There are some great ensemble numbers in that show!
what if your character is supposed to cry? should we still fight back the tears???
FIrst of all if someone i know from school is reading this thats kind of embarrassing but i feel inclined to share a bit of my own philosophy on theater. If you wanted a lead role and you got a smaller part, then you can be grateful that you have so much less work to do. Less lines to memorize, less songs to memorize, less blocking, less pressure. People scrutinize the lead characters. The other ones not so much. You can get involved in other ways if you want to, but if you don't, you have great time to just relax. Also, just because you're a side character doesn't mean nobody is going to remember you. That's only if you half ass it. If you put your all into it and really work, you can be that one side character that people are like wait that little flying monkey was so funny omg. Like you can honestly do whatever. I had my director tell me to my face that I'd never get a singing or even speaking role because I couldn't sing. Did I cry? Yes actually I cried a lot. But then I took the initiative to instead build my singing voice. He ended up telling me that he missed me and my positive energy during the production as I ended up not doing it after the comment he made. Never take side character as forgettable character, they are not the same thing!
I went to an audition and they told us that the pianist sick and then they made a sing acappella
Kudos to you for rolling with the situation even though it wasn't ideal. I'm sure that they took that into consideration when making their final choices <3
Greetings and salutations! :D /j (I just like quoting movies) I'm 13-14 years old, and am going to grade 8 in like a month or so- and I always wanted to join our schools drama class, and just be in a play- idc if it's the main character, a side role, or just even behind the scenes- And apparently my school is doing a heathers play (musical edition! :3) next year and I really wanna try and get a role- but my social anxiety, shyness, and awkwardness is getting in the way I overthink everything, get too scared of what everyone will think, and lose my actual talent when I try to imagine a crowd to see me act- I had access from my friend of the play, what they changed to be more appropriate, and everything- throughout all of it I thought I'd fit JD well, but again- he's a more main character and I'd probably freeze up when it comes to auditioning- ESPECIALLY since I'm a girl and all- and probably wouldn't get HIS character out of everyone But I REALLY am passionate about the role, the singing, the acting- I just can't get rid of my social shyness when auditioning :(
Also like to add on, but I have no theatre or drama experience from before, unlike all the other drama cast who've been doing it for atleast a year or two- So I'm worried that will also get in the way
Hellooo!! I searched this up because I will be auditioning for SpongeBob the musical soon. Also aaa heathers!! I love that musical. I've never auditioned nor do I have theatre experience yet either and I used to have severe social anxiety, I saw on tiktok someone's production of heathers and they had a female JD!! JD is also one of my dream roles but I doubt my schools doing heathers soon lol. Sorry for getting sidetracked, I may not know you but I believe in you!! I've been in your shoes and I'm also so nervous to audition but if theatre is your passion then follow your heart! Maybe practice in front of family or friends you trust before doing the real thing. A quote I saw somewhere (don't remember where lol) but it said "If you feel stupid, then you're doing it right" Theatre is about performing and entertaining while also having fun. Which some people may say it's cringe, or silly and it is! It's supposed to be that way sometimes because it's fun to be silly and it's fun to be cringe! I wish you so much luck on your role, you've got this!! Don't be worried about getting in the way, there will be lots of preparation before any show so as long as you got everything down, you're good! Never be afraid to ask for help too.
These tips are helpful for everyone interested in auditioning. So hopefully the title of video doesnt scare off the adult actors too lol
I did Shrek, the musical Junior a couple weeks ago, and I played Peter Pan for a surprise for a junior show. It was very very professional.❤
I love this! Do you happen to have the PDF of your poster labels that say things like "Box Office" ? Would you mind sharing a link?
Feel free to send me an email (it’s posted on my YT profile) and I’m happy to share them with you :)
oh my goodness!! not sure if you remember me but I played the Lion when you did Wizard of oz!! you just came up on autoplay while I’m doing character research!! hoping you are doing well!! missing you!!
How could I forget you?! I adore you to this day and think of you often 🥰. I still follow lots of theatre groups from that area and am always scanning cast lists to see if you’re in them. Can’t wait to see your name in lights someday! I hope you’re doing well also, {hugs}.
Would love to see the structure of how you start your day with your kids.