Do You See What I See?
How to Adjudicate Theatre Festivals
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Theatre companies have been participating in festivals for as long as there have been stages on which to perform. Sometimes people want to win an award. Sometimes they want to test themselves against their peers and sometimes they want to learn how to create better theatre.
Adjudicators play a keen role in making any of these things happen and this book "Do You See What I See?" will help anyone wanting to be an Adjudicator learn what is required to perform this challenging festival role. it is an in depth look at the process of adjudication, the theory, practical application and guidelines to being successful at all types of festivals. New and experienced Adjudicators can learn from this book.
Not only will it help Adjudicators it will assist participants to understand this complex role and how to know what to expect when they go to a festival. They will be exposed to the inner workings of the adjudication process and gain insight into what Adjudicators are thinking about when watching productions.
Festival committees can gain a better understanding of what Adjudicators should do for their festivals and how to maximize the participants' experience. They can learn some ways to improve how they select Adjudicators and how to organize their festival to make it more meaningful for everyone.
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About the Book
With 25 years experience adjudicating more than 100 theatre festivals in North America, Europe and Asia, Annette G. Procunier brings a thorough and insightful perspective to the world of adjudication.
This book "Do You See What I See?" reveals not just what to watch for, and how to articulate your thoughts to audience and festival participants, but also describes the characteristics that will make you a good Adjudicator. It examines the theory of adjudication and provides examples of how to be effective in presenting your point of view to a skeptical audience. It is filled with tips, ideas and hints on how to criticize the performance without criticizing the performer and how to engage Thespians in conversation about their art.
About the Author
Annette G. Procunier has been active in Theatre for 40 years starting, as so many do with her high school play. She is a graduate of the University of Toronto.
As well as being and acclaimed Director she is in great demand as a teacher of adjudication and directing in addition to her role as an Adjudicator. Annette is admired for her clarity, sense of humour and passion for the Theatre as well as her ability to engage festival participants in exploring all elements of production.