Manor Mill Playhouse Monthly Masterclass
Second Monday of every month at 6:45pm
About mmph masterclass
MMPH Masterclass is a monthly evening of theater appreciation and performance that meets at Manor Mill and is free and open to the public. Masterclass is an extension of the Manor Mill Playhouse (MMPH) Company and is designed to offer a variety of ways to learn about and engage with the elements of theater—from new work showcases and scene studies to talkbacks and acting workshops.
The mmph company
The MMPH Company is an ever-evolving group of production team members and actors who have participated in at least one MMPH production. The purpose of the company is to further cultivate and nurture the MMPH community outside of production participation in order to build advocacy for MMPH’s mission and drive our Monthly Masterclass and additional programming as the organization continues to grow. Company participation includes:
Advance notice of season announcements, productions, and audition and design calls
Headshot and resume included in MMPH database
Ticket discounts for MMPH shows
Opportunities to pitch ideas for and run/host Monthly Masterclass
A quarterly meeting to connect outside of shows, discuss MMPH direction, share opportunities, and provide feedback
Masterclass co-hosts
Vanessa Eskridge
Vanessa Eskridge founded Manor Mill Playhouse with the mission of creating a vibrant space where local actors, designers, and theater enthusiasts can produce and enjoy high-quality theater. Her performance career has taken her from New York City to London to Baltimore, and her extensive experience directing and producing for theater, radio, and television has deepened her belief that nothing compares to the magic of live performance. Vanessa is passionate about fostering creative community and seeks to enrich the local and regional theater landscape for years to come through MMPH.
M. Eden Walker
M. Eden Walker has been involved in Manor Mill Playhouse productions since its inception, and she holds acting, directing, producing credits in both Baltimore and New York. In addition to performing, she works as a solo playwright artist in NYC, and she holds a BA from Boise State University where she studied theater performance, directing and playwriting. In partnership with artistic director Vanessa Eskridge and the MMPH Leadership team, she fosters MMPH’s community-driven mission by helping to lead the MMPH company and programming for Monthly Masterclass.
Monday, November 10 - Actor Scene Study with Mike Byrne
Calling all actors (and those of you who would like to give acting a try!) Please join us for an evening of “on-your feet" scene study directed by Manor Mill Playhouse Company member Mike Byrne (Our Town). Scenes for our actors will be chosen from such classic plays as Death of a Salesman, True West, The Humans, Drawer Boy, August Osage County and more.
If you are interested in participating, please email Mike at mbzemarel@gmail.com by October 24th. Once we have collected all submissions, you will be given a side and paired with other participants. Expect to get your assignment no later than October 31. We ask that you not rehearse with your scene partner prior to meeting. Please get comfortable with the scene but being completely off-book is not required. Then show up at Manor Mill on Monday, November 10th at 7pm ready to work!
Audience members are also welcome! If you are interested in attending and watching but not performing, register to join us as well. Masterclass is free and open to all.
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Upcoming Monthly Masterclasses & Topics
This is a free event, but please register as space is limited! Snacks will be provided and BYOB.
Doors open at 6:45 pm and Masterclass will run from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in The Loft or in the galleries when the weather gets cold.
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