Author: James Wallert

At Epic, we believe that access to outlets for creative expression is not a luxury, but an essential part of the human experience. To counter the ongoing challenges presented by COVID-19, we’ve adapted our season to keep the Epic family connected, collaborating, and creating new works of socially-conscious art on a wide range of digital platforms. We invite you to take a look at some of these experiences and join […]

TRAIN YOUR STUDENTS TO SELF TAPE DRAMATIC MATERIAL 1. Be intentional about the background of your shot. A blank wall is great if you can manage it, but if you can’t find a blank wall, try to pick a background that isn’t distracting. For example, if your bed has to be in the shot- make […]

During this period of social distancing, Epic is committed to supporting the educators, students, and families we serve with authentic arts instruction adapted for online learning. Check back here for updates: Train your students for Zoom rehearsals Train your students to self-tape dramatic material Remote Learning Opportunity: Laundry City Remote […]

 In response to COVID-19, Epic continues to rehearse our after-school REMIX theatre program online, on the Zoom Pro platform (so that we can have more than the free 40 minutes), working with as many as 25 teen actors at a time.  After a few tries, we developed this intro protocol, […]

Dear Friends of Epic, What is Epic Theatre Ensemble doing, in this state of quarantine, to continue to reach the young people we’re committed to serving and empower their joy, curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and courage? You, as a friend of Epic, are a trusted ally in our mission to level […]

Remember Me: Hamlet Remix Something’s rotten in The Elsinore Projects… Hamlet returns from college for his father’s funeral only to find the world turned upside down. His uncle proposes to his mother.  His girlfriend Ophelia is forced to break up with him.  And his father’s ghost appears to him – […]