CMU School of Drama


Sunday, March 01, 2020

NFTRW Weekly Top Five

Here are the top five comment generating posts of the past week:

CMU Costume Studio Creates Onstage Magic Behind the Scenes

www.cmu.edu/news: The storytelling that happens on stage goes beyond an actor's performance — it begins in the very fabric of their costumes. At the Carnegie Mellon University School of Drama, costume design and production students use fabric, design and their imaginations to visually enhance an on-stage performance.

Tyra Banks' ModelLand theme park: Tickets on sale for up to $1,495

www.usatoday.com: The model, television personality and businesswoman, 46, is launching ModelLand an attraction in Santa Monica, California, that will "emulate a fantasy version of the modeling world with state-of-the-art interactive entertainment where beauty, fashion, tech, theatre, retail and an eating extravaganza collide," her website describes.

A time management coach's tips on getting better organized

www.fastcompany.com: As a time management coach, I clearly care about organization. On a daily basis, I work with goal-oriented individuals trying to find the right balance. That being said, you may be surprised to hear that being overly focused on organization can be counterproductive. I explain with these five tips to living more peaceful and productive lives.

How to Overcome Creative Obstacles

Adobe 99U: Many of us are busy, overextended, and doing our best to cram as much as we can in a day. No wonder many of us struggle to find time to properly ruminate on a big idea that’s been lingering. It might flourish into something significant, but only if you give it the space and attention it needs. You might think that multitasking is the answer, and fruitlessly keep adding it to the bottom of your to-do list.

Stage Managers in Performances

Dramatics Magazine: FOR MANY STAGE MANAGERS, opening night feels like a finish line. All the months of preparation, weeks of work, rehearsals, tech, and previews culminate in one night of celebration, in one (hopefully) amazing performance. There’s much rejoicing, many congratulations, and more than a few fond farewells as the director, designers, and artistic team head off to their next projects.

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