February 2007 - drama-committee@lists.redbrick.dcu.ie

[Drama-Committee] C199
by Roibeard O Mhurcu, SPC Chair 06/07 09 Feb '07

09 Feb '07

Hey guys, just so you know what's going on.... I've copied you on this... Hi there ladies, Sorry to be bugging you with this on a friday, but the following matter has been brought to my attention by DCU Drama. As you may know, Drama have a lot of shows coming up in the next few months and need rehearsal space. Traditionally they have used the larger rooms in the X Building - XG14, XG01 and so on. Rehearsals typically take place in the evenings and (when closer to shows) at the weekends. For smaller shows, other rooms are suitable (such as rooms in the Henry Grattan) but for the Musical especially, a larger room is definitely required for rehearsing dance numbers etc. What been brought to my attention is this: As of the start of Semester 2, the X Building has become "Swipe-Card Access ONLY" after 6pm and at weekends. Valerie Davitt in Educational Services (valerie.davitt(a)dcu.ie , 700 5247) has assured me that societies will no longer be granted access to rooms in the X Building for rehearsal purposes. Because the Venue is almost constantly booked out (just ask Shea), this represents a severe problem in terms of acquiring rehearsal space for Drama and space for other societies also. I of course appreciate the security concerns regarding the X Building, and accept that it is probable that socs will no longer be permitted to gain access to it after 6pm. Representatives from DCU Drama suggested to Valerie that C199, the large room upstairs in the Henry Grattan would be perfect for rehearsals and the like. She has refused to book the room to any society at any time. When asked for justification for this she stated that C199 is both a classroom and an examination room and will not be booked out to students. Sorry, but that just doesn't follow. Every room in the Henry Grattan is a classroom and there is no problem booking any of them. Both the Venue and the Sports Hall are examination rooms and there is never a problem booking them either. So Valerie's justification for refusing societies access to C199 hasn't got a leg to stand on. I'm writing this to you, Una and Lisa, because as staff members, there is a greater chance of Valerie Davitt listening to you than to me, should you attempt to request the use of C199 for societies' use. I am also forwarding this email to Marie-Louise O Donnell (a staff member and president of DCU Drama) and Charlene Connolly, the SU President, to make you all aware of this troublesome situation. I am hoping that with all of your help, Valerie Davitt can be persuaded to change her mind and grant societies access to C199. Thanks for listening, Bob -- Roibeard O Mhurcu # 54144094 CS3 Class Rep. (2006/07) SPC Chair (2006/07) BICS Board Member (2006/07) HUB Management Ctte (2006/07) Office of Student Life (2006/07) Jedi Council (A Long Time Ago, In A Galaxy Far Away...) http://student.dcu.ie/~omhurcr2 http://life.dcu.ie/societies

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[Drama-Committee] VERY IMPORTANT!
by conor.lynch36＠mail.dcu.ie 08 Feb '07

08 Feb '07

Can everyone available meet tomorrow(Friday) in the Venue at 1pm? Shea needs us to move stuff outta there before Rag Week. Conor (and Steve)

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[Drama-Committee] Matt Weldons (The Slipper)
by daniel cullen 08 Feb '07

08 Feb '07

Dear Student, Are you organising a club or society event? Why not have it at Matt Weldons bar and restaurant. At Matt Weldons we cater for all events, providing a private function room and top quality food, plus various drinks promotions.In Matts new restaurant you can also avial of the new student menu which suits all tastes, from pizza to a tasty selection of bar foods, all at a discounted student price. So why not call us at 01-8570114or email back at this address....Look forward to hearing from youDanny cullen

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[Drama-Committee] Semester One Accounts
by Joey Kavanagh 08 Feb '07

08 Feb '07

Hey guys, Had to send these into Siobhan Byrne, so I said I'd forward them on to you. A few other things: Steve? John? Eoin? Did anybody speak to Una Redmond about the microphone saga? Has a second signature been put on the cheque? John: Any sign of that Stars in Their Eyes receipt? Should I ask Jay to do one up for me? Steve: Could you ask Niamh Power if she ever got the cheque for €400 from the panto? I left it in an envolope in their cubby hole before Christmas but it hadn't been cashed up until last week so maybe she never actually received it. Sorry for all the questions. IIt's just that 'm so out of touch... :( Much love, Joey

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[Drama-Committee] (no subject)
by Susan 06 Feb '07

06 Feb '07

Seiously though, I REALLY love willy! -- Susan Doyle Sponsorship Officer DCU Drama Musical Producer

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[Drama-Committee] I like willy
by Susan 06 Feb '07

06 Feb '07

*Can't believe how much I like willy!!!!* *Note to Susan: Don't leave your email open in the Clubs & Socs Office... =) -- Susan Doyle Sponsorship Officer DCU Drama Musical Producer

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[Drama-Committee] Drama Club
by Emmalee Riegler 06 Feb '07

06 Feb '07

Hi, I'm an international student from the US, and I'm a theatre major at my home university. I was hoping to get involved with some of the drama activities this semester. I have acting, directing, lighting design, and crew experience. I don't really know who to talk to about what there is to do. Just let me know how to get more involved. Thanks, Emmalee Riegler

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[Drama-Committee] Prepare for Semester 2... *loads shotgun*...
by Stephen Grimes 05 Feb '07

05 Feb '07

We arrived home safe and sound from New York with our group of 40 drama heads! (+1 guy who decided to just show up at the airport!!! RANDOM!!!) The trip was a success and no-one died... or was seriously injured... someone hurt their toe at one point... that was it really... so... anyway... Semester 2 promises everything you could ever ask for and then some... heck- the first week is already packed with stuff to do and see! * Three Days of Rain * Musical (Change of location!!!) * Musicians Needed * The Full Monty Needs YOU! * Workshop & RAG week collection (Change of location!!!) ******************************************************** Three Days of Rain Estranged siblings, Walker and Nan, meet with childhood friend, Pip, in a derelict loft in lower Manhattan in 1995. The purpose of the reunion is to divide up the legacy of their late fathers, who worked as partners in a renowned architecture firm in the early sixties. Events take an unexpected turn, however, and it soon transpires that there's far more than bricks and mortar at stake… * Directed by Fiona Colhoun, produced by Joey Kavanagh, and starring DCU Drama veterans, Roibeárd ó Mhurcú, Eoin O' Callaghan and Fiona Colhoun, Three Days of Rain promises to be a powerful piece of theatre that is not to be missed. The show runs from Monday 5th - Thursday 8th of February in 'The Space' @ The Helix, with doors at 7:00pm and show at 7:30pm . Tickets priced €8. *** ********************************************************* MUSICAL!!! Well..it's that time of year again! *The biggest event in the DCU Drama calendar *is quickly approaching – the *annual musical*! Every year we put on an absolutely show stopping performance! Past shows have included Guys and Dolls, Sweet Charity and Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. But forget about what came before – this year promises to be *BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER*. This year's show will be: *The Full Monty!* Don't be afraid to come out and expose yourself to this musical version of the popular movie by Terrence McNally and David Yazbek. You may think you know what it's all about, but The Full Monty is one of Broadway's most touching musicals showing the lengths men will go to keep a family together. These regular, blue-collar guys simply take their problems in stride – displaced, unemployed, and feeling suffocated by the women in their lives – just wanting to earn a little respect. The Full Monty's songs and dialogue will have you screeching with laughter. Will DCU Drama go the full monty? Do you have to ask? *Girls – think this sounds like a boys show?* Think again! The stage version of the well known film is slightly different, with a much bigger role for girls with more than 4 singing roles not including the chorus. There is even an additional female character that did not appear in the film! The females in this show are not only hilarious – but they are kick ass! *The auditions will take place during week 1 – in the Henry Gratten rooms CG01, CG02 & CG04 * *Tuesday Feb 6th @ **6:30pm* *Wednesday Feb 7th @ **3:30pm* *Call Backs will take place on Monday Feb 12th * The cast of characters is as follows: *JERRY LUKOWSKI* - An unemployed mill worker *NATHAN LUKOWSKI* - His young son *PAM LUKOWSKI* - His estranged wife *TEDDY SLAUGHTER* - Her live-in boyfriend *DAVE BUKATINSKY* - An unemployed mill worker *GEORGIE BUKATINSKY* - His wife *HAROLD NICHOLS* - An unemployed supervisor at the same mill *VICKI NICHOLS* - An employed supervisor at the same mill *MALCOLM MACGREGOR* - An unemployed mill worker *MOLLY MACGREGOR* - His ailing mom *ETHAN GIRARD* - An unemployed mill worker *NOAH "HORSE" T. SIMMONS* - A retired mill worker *JEANNETTE BURMEISTER* - A piano player of indeterminate years *BUDDY* *"KENO" WALSH* - A male stripper *REG WILLOUGHBY* - An unemployed mill worker *TONY GIRODANO* - A Buffalo club owner *ESTELLE GENOVESE* - Jerry's occassional girl friend *SUSAN HERSHEY* - A friend of Pam and Georgie's *JOANIE LISH* - Another friend of Pam and Georgie's *POLICE SARGEANT MINISTER* Male parts sing a variety of pop, funk, rock and R&B style numbers – with harmonies All females (except Jeanette) sing in moderate mezzo/belt range. Jeanette sings in the Alto range. All parts require minimum dance experience. Clips from the soundtrack are available here: http://www.amazon.com/Full-Monty-Broadway-Musical/dp/B000053UB0/sr=8-1/qid=… Please prepare a piece of music for the audition – something that suits your range and you are comfortable singing. Also – wear comfortable clothing as there will also be a short dance audition. *The only question that remains: Do you measure up??* ************************************************************ Musicians Needed! The musical, Full Monty, needs musicians and we're looking for you! If you can play the following than e-mail Alan at tech(a)dcudrama.ie Drums, Bass, Keyboards, Tenor Sax, Baritone Sax,Saprano Sax,Flute,Recorder, Trombone,Trumpet,Clarinet,Flugelhorn, **************************************************** The Full Monty needs YOU! The talent onstage is only half a production - its the talent offstage that keeps the show going! If you would like to be involved with the DCU Drama musical and either don't have the time to audition or feel you could contribute in a better way - please come to a meeting in the clubs and socs office on Thursday February 8th at 6:00pm. The following are a list of opportunities to get involved - all will require a bit of work - but will look great on a CV! Remember, this production is being staged in one of Europe's best venues! *Promotions *Sponsorship *Tech Crew *Backstage Crew *Makeup *Costumes *Set Design If you are interested in one or more of these areas - please email us at dcu.musical(a)gmail.com for more information - or just show up at the meeting! Not only is it an opportunity to get involved - but being part of such a huge production can be a great laugh...no nakedness required. ********************************************************************* WORKSHOP & RAG WEEK FUNDRAISER We're having professional Drama instructor Ciaran Gray come in for Thursday of week 2, that's "Raise And Give" (RAG) Week. The workshop will be open to everybody!!! Whether you have done tons with drama, or have never been to a theatre in your life! We want you to get involved! So, that said, put aside your inhibitions and get to this fantastic workshop... Thursday 15th 6pm - The Venue It's free-in to the workshop, but we're going to have a bucket there and we hope you'll all throw in something towards the RAG week collection. The money collected will go towards the "Ballymun Youth Action Project" & "Bothar." The Students Union is hoping to reach a fantastic figure of €30,000. SO... dig deep cus every little helps!!! **************************************** That's about it! Any questions or queries don't hesitate to e-mail myself or committee at committee(a)dcudrama.ie See you soon! Hope the exams went well for everybody! Steve -- Stephen Grimes AP2 Rep DCU Drama Chair 085 7079768 55456550

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Fwd: [Drama-Committee] Next meeting
by Susan Bourke 05 Feb '07

05 Feb '07

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: liana o cleirigh <lianaocleary(a)gmail.com> Date: Feb 5, 2007 10:22 AM Subject: Re: [Drama-Committee] Next meeting To: Susan Bourke <squeakysusie(a)gmail.com> friday suits me, fraid i can't make thursday though. On 2/5/07, Susan Bourke <squeakysusie(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Only Thursday at 5pm suits me. I can't make Friday at 1pm 'cause I've got a > lecture at that time... > > Susan > > > On 2/5/07, John Gerrard Cannon <dcujohn(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > Hey > > > > Im in complete aggreement . both days are fine by me. > > I wont take any items for the agenda though. This will be a > > meeting purely to discuss the events on the trip > > > > > > John > > > > > > > > > > On 04/02/07, Stephen Grimes < stephen.grimes5(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > > Hi guys, > > > > > > Several people have approached me and asked if we could resolve what was > discussed in todays meeting before next monday and I'm in agreement. > > > > > > So- meeting either Thurs @ 5pm or Friday @ 1pm.. . > > > > > > Would people be okay with that? I just got numerous requests for a > second meeting- i think this time suits most as it doesn't interfere with > lectures, shows or musical stuff (to the best of my knowledge) and it > shouldn't take more than an hour. > > > > > > > > > Thanks, > > > Steve > > > > > > -- > > > Stephen Grimes > > > AP2 Rep > > > DCU Drama Chair > > > 085 7079768 > > > 55456550 > > > _______________________________________________ > > > Drama-Committee mailing list > > > Drama-Committee(a)lists.redbrick.dcu.ie > > > > http://lists.redbrick.dcu.ie/mailman/listinfo/drama-committee > > > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > John Cannon > > Science & Health Convenor > > DCU DRAMA Secretary > > 55609739 Pha1 > > 086-2120067 > > _______________________________________________ > > Drama-Committee mailing list > > Drama-Committee(a)lists.redbrick.dcu.ie > > > http://lists.redbrick.dcu.ie/mailman/listinfo/drama-committee > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Drama-Committee mailing list > Drama-Committee(a)lists.redbrick.dcu.ie > http://lists.redbrick.dcu.ie/mailman/listinfo/drama-committee > > > -- - Just when you think this show is terrible, something wonderful happens. - What? - It ends. (Statler and Waldorf- the muppets show)

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[Drama-Committee] Fwd: Festival Information and Submission Sheet
by Susan Bourke 05 Feb '07

05 Feb '07

Hiya guys, Here's that information on ISDA that I was telling ye about last night. There's a submission form with all the necessary details as well as some general info on stuff related to the festival... Susan ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: David Lurie <david(a)quplayers.co.uk> Date: Feb 1, 2007 11:46 PM Subject: Festival Information and Submission Sheet To: ISDAsecretary Maynooth <isdasecretary(a)gmail.com>, Aoife Brady-UCD < isda(a)ucddramsoc.com>, Caitriona Mulhall-NUIG <dihalla(a)hotmail.com>, Dara Gilroy-Chair <daragilroy(a)gmail.com>, David Flynn-MIC <flynn515(a)hotmail.com>, DIT <ditisda(a)gmail.com>, Eoin Winning-UCC <eoinwinning(a)gmail.com>, Joey Kavanagh-DCU <joeykavanagh(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Flood-ITT < jonathan.flood(a)gmail.com>, Leigh Harborne-ITT <leigh.harborne(a)gmail.com>, Limerick-UL <uldramsoc(a)gmail.com>, Lisa Buckly-MIC < lisa_buckley123(a)yahoo.co.uk>, Martin French-SPD <spddramasoc(a)yahoo.co.uk>, Nigel Connor-NUIG <nigel.connor(a)yahoo.ie>, Paul Donnelly-NUIM < popdonnelly(a)hotmail.com>, Rachel Lennon-TCD <lennonra(a)tcd.ie>, Shane O'Reilly-TCD <shoreill(a)tcd.ie>, Susan Bourke-DCU <susan.bourke5(a)mail.dcu.ie> Hello y'all Attached is our information sheet and the submission form for the festival. If I've missed email this out to anyone, please forward it to them!! David

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