The ART of Directing
Join Professor Amina Robinson and a community of creative minds for this inspiring journey into the art of direction. Unlock your potential, master your craft, and bring your theatrical vision to life!
AWARD-WINNING DIRECTOR
AMINA ROBINSON
AMINA ROBINSON (Director) is an actor, director, and Professor of Acting and Musical Theater at Temple University. Amina has performed on Broadway, National Tours, film, television, national commercials, and various regional productions. Amina's directing credits include productions at Arden Theatre Company, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, Theatre Horizon, Azuka Theatre, IAMA Theatre Company in Los Angeles, Queens Theater in New York, Passage Theatre Company in New Jersey, The Lantern Theater, and Temple University. Amina is the first Black woman to win a Barrymore Award for Outstanding Direction of a Musical for The Color Purple at Theater Horizon and is currently nominated for Outstanding Direction Barrymore Awards for both a play (Fat Ham at The Wilma) and a musical (Once on this Island at The Arden).
GET IN THE ROOM!
Step into the world of theatrical direction with The Art of Directing: Directors Workshop, an immersive and hands-on experience powered by Small House Productions. This workshop, led by the acclaimed and award-winning director, Professor Amina Robinson, offers an invaluable opportunity for aspiring and seasoned directors to hone their craft, expand their artistic vision, and develop the tools necessary to bring compelling stories to life on stage.
Throughout this dynamic workshop, participants will explore the core principles of direction, from script analysis and conceptualization to casting, blocking, and actor coaching. Professor Robinson will provide in-depth guidance on how to shape a production's emotional and visual storytelling, ensuring that every directorial choice enhances the audience’s experience.
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What you will learn...
Script Analysis & Conceptualization
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9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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Understanding the director’s role in script interpretation.
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Professor Amina Robinson will guide participants through practical techniques for breaking down a script, identifying core themes, and building a directorial vision.
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Group exercise: Analyze and discuss key elements of a sample script.
Blocking & Staging Composition
10:30 AM – 11:30 PM
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Learn the art of blocking scenes, ensuring that stage movement and positioning tell a story visually.
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Techniques for creating dynamic stage pictures and engaging the audience through space utilization.
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Live demonstration with actors followed by participant interaction.
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Building Emotional & Visual Storylines
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Dive deeper into how directors can shape the emotional arc of a play.
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Understanding the importance of visual storytelling through set design, lighting, and costumes.
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Professor Robinson will share insights from her own award-winning productions and creative process.
Q & A
​1:00 PM - 2 PM​
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Open floor for questions and answers with Professor Robinson.
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Final reflections on key takeaways from the workshop.
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Closing remarks and information on future opportunities with Small House Productions.
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LIGHT REFRESHMENTS INCLUDED.
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