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You asked — and we answered! In this special follow-up to Theatre 101: Auditions, directors Kenneth Franzel and Meg Berger return to tackle your burning audition questions. From handling nerves to choosing the right monologue, they dive deeper into the audition process with real talk, practical tips, and a lot of encouragement.

Plus, they dish on the very best treats to reward yourself for the simple act of showing up and putting yourself out there — because auditioning takes guts, and that deserves to be celebrated!

Whether you're prepping for your first audition or your fiftieth, this episode is your backstage pass to feeling more confident and supported every step of the way.

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Auditions can feel intimidating — whether you’re walking into the room or running it. That’s why we’re pulling back the curtain with the Rosedale Community Players this free online workshop.

Join hosts Kenneth Franzel (director/producer) and Meg Berger (actor/director) for a relaxed, honest look at the audition process from both sides of the table.

We’ll talk about what really makes a great audition, beyond just “nailing the part.” In this hour-long workshop, we’ll cover:

� How to choose and prepare a monologue

� What directors are actually looking for

� Tips for cold reads and callbacks

� How to stay grounded when nerves kick in

Whether you're brand new or have been doing this for years, you'll leave with practical tools, real talk, and maybe even a little more confidence.

Look for our follow up episode where we answer participant questions! Send questions to rcp.mktg@gmail.com

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In this special episode, Devene sits down with playwright Erin Osgood and director Heather Hudson to trace the incredible journey of From Eyes to the Stars. What began as a creative experiment during the isolation of COVID—a science fiction adventure built for Zoom—quickly evolved into something much bigger.

From virtual performances to a live staged reading and now a full stage production, this episode dives into how the story expanded, how the team brought their vision to life, and why it resonates now more than ever.

Produced by ⁠Secondhand Rose Players⁠ in cooperation with ⁠Rosedale Community Players⁠, From Eyes to the Stars opens this week—and you won’t want to miss how it all came together.

Catch the play in Southfield, Michigan:

• Thursday, July 17 8pm
• Friday, July 18 8pm
• Saturday, July 19 8pm
• Sunday, July 20 2pm
• Friday, July 25 8pm
• Saturday, July 26 8pm
• Sunday, July 27 2pm⁠

Reserve seats here!⁠

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Think community theatre is only for people with stage experience? Think again. In this quick, heartfelt episode, Devene shares why now is the perfect time to finally try the thing you’ve always been curious about—whether you’ve ever been onstage or not. You’ll hear how community theatre welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds, plus get details on our upcoming Theatre 101: Auditions livestream and local audition opportunities.

Hear from directors at Metro Detroit theatres Rosedale Community Players and Players Guild of Dearborn about their upcoming auditions.

Contact us at rcp.mktg@gmail.com if you have

• Questions to submit for Theatre 101: Auditions
• Voice memos with audition info or advice/stories
• Episode suggestions

To find a community theatre in your area visit the American Association of Community Theatre.

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Learn how to make your story shine with a purposeful design that gives your set main character energy! Discover the fundamentals of theatrical set design in this free online Set Design 101 Workshop presented by Rosedale Community Players.

Are you ready for the return of Theatre 101? Originally streamed live on RCP’s Facebook page, this engaging session explores how to turn brief script descriptions into functional, eye-catching sets. Led by experienced community theatre designer Kenneth Franzel, the workshop will cover the creative process, key design principles, and practical tips for telling a story through your stage.

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About your host:
Kenneth Franzel is an award-winning set designer and director with experience across multiple theatres in Michigan. He is a back-to-back recipient of Rosedale Community Players' prestigious Betty Award for Best Set Design. Additionally, he has directed numerous productions, designing the sets for each one, driven by his belief that a thoughtfully crafted set is essential to powerful storytelling.

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Meet your host for From Script to Stage. Rosedale Community Players has been producing quality theatre in the Metro Detroit area since 1969. Along with our friends from around the theatre community, our podcast offers a space where creatives can share ideas, talk about how they solved problems, and even have some laughs.

Each episode features behind-the-scenes stories, Theatre 101 lessons, interviews with fellow creatives, and staged readings of new works still finding their spotlight. Whether you're a seasoned stagehand, a first-time actor, or simply theatre-curious, there’s a place for you here.

Visit us at ⁠rosedalecommunityplayers.com⁠

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