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Speak / Sing! Musical Theater Writing with Matthew B. Zrebski

Portland Center Stage 128 NW 11th Avenue, Portland

In this class we’ll investigate musical theater writing, including how and when to transition from spoken word to song, successful structuring techniques, collaboration with composers and more! By the end of the class, writers will have had the opportunity to outline and draft large sections of a brand new musical.  No preparation is required.  All material will be developed and written in class.  Bringing an electronic device that can connect to the internet will be helpful so as to access online tools during the class. The class meets for Four Saturdays 9/28 – 10/26  no class on 10/12 Classes meet 10:00a – 1:00p Matthew B. Zrebski Matthew is a founding member of Playwrights West and has had numerous original plays produced locally and nationally. As…

$130

Intro to Letterpress: Two Day Workshop

IPRC (Independent Publishing Resource Center) 318 SE Main Street #175, Portland

Day 1: Typesetting Essentials Day 2: Printing Essentials Learn to set moveable type and print on table top and poster presses in the IPRC print shop. You’ll learn the vocabulary of printing and typesetting while getting a feel for this beautiful and historic process. Gain access to IPRCs collection of over 150 fonts of lead and wood type. Leave the class with a printed card and the satisfaction that comes with using 100 year old equipment! Successful completion of this 1 day class grants IPRC Studio Members access to open studio print hours so you can keep on printing. Nonmembers and Basic Members receive one trial month of Studio Membership after completion of the course. 2 Day Workshop Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 2…

$150 – $250