The Artists

Theater Arts is all about making things out of nothing. From scenery to costumes to choreography to lighting and sound designs and much more. This series aims to educate and celebrate the artisans who make theater, be they on stage or not.

Making Scenery

approximately 5 minutes

Theater Maker Mark A. Exline holds degrees in Theater Design and Technology and is equally adept at making props and scenic painting as he is producing fully realized designs. In this video he offers insight into how he went about making the scenic design for CAROSUEL.

Making Choreography

approximately 4 minutes

Caroline Dahm began her dance training under Patrick Frantz (Paris Opera Ballet) and has furthered her training with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Boston Ballet, Batsheva Dance Company/Gaga, North Carolina School of the Arts, Orlando Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater, and River North Dance Chicago. In this video she offers insight into her process of making dance for theater.