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Prosthetics: Work with prosthetics and the proper application of: bald caps, false lashes, nose wax, gelatin flesh, liquid latex, and more.
Hair: Observe how receding hairlines and lace-backed mustaches, beards and mutton chops are created for professional theatre, and practice a low-cost alternative: laying your own crepe-wool facial hair. Discover how to use temporary hair dyes for aging techniques & other effects.
Body & Face Painting: Observe and practice body- and face-painting techniques; in particular, apply white-face specialty makeup used for cirque, mime, Geisha, sugar skull or zombie looks.
Explore the ever-expanding and colourful world of face and body art, including the use of Metallics & Day Glo. Work with split cakes and sponge & brush techniques.
Tattoo You: Learn about the different types of temporary tattoos and their applications, including the products used on TV shows such as The Expanse. Explore alcohol-based tattoo paint for both hand painting and airbrushing with stencils. Observe transfers and learn how to make both stencils and transfers with your own designs, along with glitter tattoos, gemstone & glitter techniques.
Discover an exciting variety of theatrical makeup techniques, tips and tricks from specialty makeup professionals during this hands-on, behind-the-scenes course.
- Learn hygienic procedures for applying makeup to self and others;
- Use a variety of application tools – brushes, sponges, airbrushes, stencils, transfers, & fingers;
- Work with a variety of sealers, adhesives and removers;
- Apply special effects products such as liquid latex, nose and scar wax, gelatin flesh effects, rigid collodion, hair & tooth dyes, and different fake-blood products;
- Discover where to purchase all products used;
- Become familiar with makeup history, trends and careers;
- Explore resources for school & career options.
All materials are included in the course fee.
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Practice basic male and female stage makeup and explore a variety of character looks, including aging (aging both to an older look and to a younger look) techniques for both theatre and film.
Learn gore & special FX techniques such as: bruising, scars, gashes and lacerations, burns, bullet holes, tooth dyes, and wounds of all kinds in various stages.
Discover an exciting variety of theatrical makeup techniques, tips and tricks from specialty makeup professionals during this hands-on, behind-the-scenes course.
- Learn hygienic procedures for applying makeup to self and others;
- Use a variety of application tools – brushes, sponges, airbrushes, stencils, transfers, & fingers;
- Work with a variety of sealers, adhesives and removers;
- Apply special effects products such as liquid latex, nose and scar wax, gelatin flesh effects, rigid collodion, hair & tooth dyes, and different fake-blood products;
- Discover where to purchase all products used;
- Become familiar with makeup history, trends and careers;
- Explore resources for school & career options.
All materials are included in the course fee.
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Practice a variety of techniques used by scenic carpenters behind the scenes during the introductory, one-week course:
- Interpret set designs and develop working drawings from them;
- Explore and practice basic carpentry skills: measuring, cutting, shaping, fitting and fastening;
- Train in the safe and effective use of power tools and equipment;
- Experiment with a variety of construction materials and methods;
- Build basic set pieces such as flats, stage decking, windows, doors and sculptural elements.
During Theatrical Carpentry – Intermediate:
- Explore more three-dimensional carpentry techniques;
- Create challenging set pieces such as curved flats, wheels, functioning doors and arched windows.
Registration fee includes materials.
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In this four day intensive artistic welding workshop discover the excitement and satisfaction of crafting in metal. Explore how to manipulate steel by bending, welding and texturing it to give life to your creative expression.
Learn and expand on these skills:
- Train in the safe and effective use of power tools and equipment;
- Explore the metal-working basics: welding, cutting, grinding, shaping and fitting;
- Practice and get creative with MIG welding;
- Discover Oxy-Acetylene gas brazing techniques; and
- Learn how to shape and hammer metal, including using jigs and applying heat.
This is not a ticketed course. This is an introductory artistic welding workshop meant to challenge students in the fascinating world of metalworking. All sessions of Artistic Welding cover the above techniques, enabling participants to heighten their skill levels with imaginative projects.
The low student-to-teacher ratio in each course ensures instruction is geared to the participant’s skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.
Instructor: Clarke Ellis
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In this four day intensive artistic welding workshop discover the excitement and satisfaction of crafting in metal. Explore how to manipulate steel by bending, welding and texturing it to give life to your creative expression.
Learn and expand on these skills:
- Train in the safe and effective use of power tools and equipment;
- Explore the metal-working basics: welding, cutting, grinding, shaping and fitting;
- Practice and get creative with MIG welding;
- Discover Oxy-Acetylene gas brazing techniques; and
- Learn how to shape and hammer metal, including using jigs and applying heat.
This is not a ticketed course. This is an introductory artistic welding workshop meant to challenge students in the fascinating world of metalworking. All sessions of Artistic Welding cover the above techniques, enabling participants to heighten their skill levels with imaginative projects.
The low student-to-teacher ratio in each course ensures instruction is geared to the participant’s skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.
Instructor: Clarke Ellis
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Sound Design for Theatre is the art of shaping the sonic world of a play. From subtle ambience to bold musical moments, sound helps guide emotion, support storytelling, and immerse an audience—making the unseen heard.
In this one-day workshop, participants will explore the fundamentals of theatrical sound design and its collaborative role within a production. We’ll walk through the full creative process, including building a basic sound system, recording sound effects, voiceovers and music, and assembling these elements into a cohesive final design. This hands-on workshop is accessible and welcoming to anyone curious about theatre, sound, or storytelling. No prior experience is required.
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