Guided Study Hours/Homework catch up time

If you are feeling behind on class assignments and homework and want some company in getting things crossed off your to-do list, I am hosting drop by guided study hours on Tuesday, November 11, since there are no classes that day. When? Tuesday, November 11 1:30-4:30pm (drop by whenever it works for you) Where? Silver 330–the upstairs conference room For who? All MTD students who could use some help &/or company getting caught up on schoolwork The building will likely be locked–so you can text me at 978-852-5947 and let me know which door you are at, and I will let you in. Always -Jessie Chapman

AUDITIONS for Plymouth State Theatre Productions Spring 2026

Please sign up below for a 5-minute audition appointment on:Wednesday, November 19 • 4pm to 8pm  (for both shows).Sign Up Here Dance Call and Callbacks will be Thursday, November 20 • 4pm to 8pm (Callbacks are for both shows, dance call is for Drood).  Specifics To Be Announced. Instructions: PassagesTo be devised by the ensemble under the direction of Scott Sweatt.This production will be performed environmentally throughout public spaces within the Silver Center for the Arts.  This production will challenge the definitions of theatre and will experiment with the relationships between audience, venue, and performer. The Mystery of Edwin DroodBook, Music and Lyrics by Rupert HolmesDirected by Fran PagePerformed in The Hanaway TheatreBased on Charles Dickens’ final unfinished novel, this hilarious whodunit invites the audience to solve its mystery by choosing the identity of the murderer. The tale is presented as a show-within-a-show, as the Music Hall Royale – a delightfully loony Victorian theatre company – presents Dickens’ brooding mystery.

Casting Fall 2025

Casting Fall 2025 Thank you to everyone who auditioned. Please initial next to your name on the physical callboard to accept your role by Friday, May 2. Rehearsal schedules for both shows will be sent to their respective casts in Late July/early August. ***If you are cast in Noises Off in the main cast or as an understudy AND you have two available credits for Fall 2025, please register for Acting Company TH2240 CRN 14343, between 4/28-5/7 (registration will re-open for students at 7am 4/28). Reach out to Jessie Chapman with questions. jmchapman@plymouth.edu ***If you are cast in Clue the Musical in the main cast or as an understudy AND you have two available credits for Fall 2025, please register for Music Theatre Company MU2370 CRN 11145, between 4/28-5/7 (registration will re-open for students at 7am 4/28). Reach out to Harmony Markey with questions. hgmarkey1@plymouth.edu Noises Off Dotty/Mrs. Clackett- Joie Lynch Lloyd Dallas- Taylor Smith Garry/Roger- Daniel Sleeper Vicki/Brooke- Meredith Hoole Poppy Norton-Taylor- Arabella Apigo Frederick/Philip/Sheikh- Nicholas Bailey Belinda/Flavia- Haley Serafine Tim/Philip Double- Connor Lavertu Selsdon/Burglar- Zach Brown Understudies for Noises Off u/s Dotty/Mrs. Clackett- Megan McFadden u/s Lloyd Dallas & Tim/Philip Double – Devin Hershberger u/s Garry/Roger & Frederick/Philip/Sheikh Read More

Annual Reviews for Theatre Majors

At the end of each academic year, we sit with each Theatre major and review your progress.  We discuss your production work, class work, and career trajectory.  We also sit down with graduating seniors for what we call an Exit Interview.  This year, these will be attended by two or more instructors including Jessie Chapman, Danee Gosselin, Matt Kizer,  and Hannah Murray.   We’ve arranged sign-up slots based on which instructors are available at different times. Depending on your option, you will have a combination of the instructors listed.  We’ve slated some options for specific days based on instructors’ availability. Each slot is marked with which mentors are available.K=Kizer.   D=Danee.  J=Jessie.   H=Hannah. YOU EACH ONLY NEED TO SIGN UP FOR ONE SLOT. Sign up here.

The Barnstormers Theatre Summer Positions

The Barnstormers Theatre in Tamworth NH is hiring several technical postions this summer including a scenic charge and two apprentices: Apprentices are early career theatre artists (like college students!) interested in any aspect of production (Carpentry, Props, painting, Costumes, sound, lights, etc)  The cater the specific apprenticeship to your experience, career goals, and interests. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn are the key attributes to successful apprentices.  HERE is a link to more info about open positions. If you want me to write a personal introduction email to the artistic director and recommend you for a position–let me know. Always -Jessie (jmchapman@plymouth.edu)

Callbacks for Fall 2025 shows

Thank you to all who auditioned. If you auditioned for Clue the Musical please attend the dance call tomorrow, Wednesday 4/23 from 4:00-4:30pm in Silver 121 (the dance studio). Following the dance the call some people will be asked to stay and read sides from Clue the Musical, and others will be dismissed. If you are asked to stay the callback will not run later than 5:30pm. There will be no callback sides for Noises Off/acting only auditioners do not need to attend the callback. We hope to post the cast lists for both shows on Friday 4/25 (after Dance Project Performance). -Jessie, Rachael, Harmony, Justin & Lauren

Stage Managers

Email Tim at tlecuyer@plymouth.edu Do you like to organize? Have real opinions about highlighters?Maybe you should apply to be a…Stage Manager or ASMfor the2025-26 Theatre Season at Plymouth State TO APPLY email Timothy L’Ecuyer – tlecuyer@plymouth.edu – by Friday, April 25, 2025INCLUDE a letter explaining why you’re interested and whether there are particular shows or timeframes that you prefer—and why. Please include your resume if you have one. YOU WILL RECEIVE an email back to set up an interview between May 1st and 7th to talk more about it!

Artichoke Dance Company

I received this email today. I do not know anyone at this company, but it looks intriguing. Greetings Matt, I hope this finds you well, in good health, and thriving.  I’m writing to share information about Artichoke Dance Company’s Artichoke Ambassador’s In-Person Summer Intensive in Brooklyn. The week-long program immerses participants in both art and activism practices that can be utilized to counter climate change. Participants will learn about environmental justice principles, investigate their own interests in arts and activism, and create their own project, campaign, or develop an aspect of their career alongside a cohort of like-minded individuals.  I’m asking that you share the attached flyer with your students and alumni. You can also learn more about the program by visiting our website – linked here. Scholarships are available and are considered on a rolling basis until funds are eliminated. I am happy to answer any questions or schedule a time to discuss the program if it is of interest to you. Thank you for sharing this opportunity. Looking forward, Lynn

Review: “Just So” Puts on a Mesmerizing Visual and Auditory Experience

Immediately upon entering the Hanaway Theater, I knew “Just So” was going to be a performance to remember. My eyes met elusive lighting projections and elaborately painted backdrops adorned with bright shades of green and fuchsia. The attractive set enthralled my senses, creating palpable anticipation for the show that was about to begin. When the show began, I had no idea what was happening. All I gathered was a bedtime story about animals coming to life. But I didn’t care. The enchanting set captivated my attention far more than the storyline itself. The bright colors and detailed background blended beautifully with the tiered set. I found myself lost in a whimsical jungle, serenaded by angelic voices emerging from the ornate stage. This experience is a gift from producer Matt Kizer, who is also the decorated resident lighting and scenic designer of Plymouth State’s theatre program. Enchanted by his work in “Just So, ” I decided to explore his creative process and inspirations on his website, scenicandlighting.com. If you enjoyed the visual atmosphere of the show, I highly recommend checking out this resource! Matt shares his blueprints for both stage design and projection templates. He reveals that the physical set and Read More