Archive for the 'theatre' Category

Why does only center channel of home theatre system works when watching tv?

We just set up our home theatre system and only the center channel works when watching sattelite TV. When watching a DVD, all speakers work. Can anyone tell me why? Is this the way its supposed to work?
Thanks!
Is your satalite hooked up to your home theater, if not the sound you are hearing is from [...]

How do you hook up a home theatre system to your computer or ipod?

Basically, how do you convert the output a home theatre system uses to a 1/4 inch headphone jack
For your computer, it would depend. Assuming you have a 1/8" (3.5mm) headphone jack for your computer/iPod, then all it would require is a cable with a male 1/8" plus and two male RCA jacks. Easily obtainable from [...]

I love to write plays. I want to know what theatre companies look for, for new fresh talent?

I love writing plays similar to the works of Tennessee Williams, dramatic tragedies that are very theatrical, in that classic type of style. I want to know however, what theatre companies are looking for nowadays? I do what most playwrights do, I only write for myself and what I love. But, I’m anxious to get [...]

How can I major in Meteorology and Theatre without spending more than 5 years in college?

I am young but I know what I want to do. I want to be a Storm Chaser and a Broadway actress. Can anyone help me on getting my start in both of these professions? How many years of college would I have to attend to major in both of these? Any good colleges that [...]

Are there any really good amateur theatre groups near to Edinburgh?

I am hoping to move to Edinburgh and join a theatre group. I love musicals. Any advice I would be grateful.
Edinburgh amateur theatre
Edinburgh supports a large number of active amateur dramatics and musical theatre companies. Most weeks see at least one amateur production running, using one of the myriad small theatres and church halls, many [...]

What to wear to see Wicked at the Canon Theatre?

I am visiting Toronto and was planning on seeing Wicked at the Canon Theatre in mid-late December. I wanted to wear designer jeans with a blazer, a nice dress shirt, and oxford shoes.
My cousin has told to me that this isn’t really appropriate. What would be appropriate dress for this theatre? Or is what I [...]

What is an upbeat/comedic musical theatre song that I can choreograph a dance to?

I am choreographing a dance for a college dance group and I would really like to do a fun, upbeat musical theatre song. In the past we have done Popular from Wicked and Bend and Snap from Legally Blonde. These are going to be tough acts to follow, so I’m looking for something amazing!
A great [...]

What questions are asked in a job interview at a local movie theatre?

I applied for a job at my local movie theatre. If they schedule an interview with me it will be my very first. So I’m extremely nervous and need some tips and answers. I really want to know what questions are asked and what is said in the interviews specifically at a movie theatre. I [...]

How do you get into doing technical stuff for theatre?

Currently i’m 17 and at school for another year then i hope to go and do a chemistry degree. But at school one thing I’ve loved doing is lighting and any other technical stuff for school plays, I do theatre studies as an A-Level and love the theatre despite being a scientist. Hopefully at uni [...]

What is a good theatre to put on a performance of the Nutcracker?

Just what the question asks, I’m [hypothetically] designing for the Nutcracker ballet, and was wondering what would be a good (and preferably well-known) theatre for such a ballet show to take place in? Please and thank you.
Bolshoi Theatre