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Putting It All Together
with Lisa Campbell Albert |
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Monday, August 4 |
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5:30-7:00 PM |
Ages 9-12 |
MC:4 |
$25 |
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7:00-8:30 PM |
Ages 13-18 |
MC:4T |
$25 |
Registration fee is waived for all Master Classes.
It will appear in the form; however, it will not be charged. |
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On their own, lyrics are simply text. They are set to specific music in order to effectively portray certain emotions. In “Putting It All Together”, with STAGES ST. LOUIS music director Lisa Campbell-Albert, students will learn how and why composers create the music to make lyrics into dramatic moments. So learn how to improve your singing performance skills not only by understanding the text, but by taking your cue from the composer’s musical creation. An unique approach sure to be helpful in your future auditions and performances!
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Lisa is very happy to return to STAGES where her credits include the Kevin Kline Award winning Best Musical THE FULL MONTY (also nominated for Best Musical Direction), SNOOPY!!! (Kevin Kline Award Recipient Best TYA), MAN OF LA MANCHA (Kevin Kline Award nominee Best Musical Direction), GYPSY, BIG – THE MUSICAL, and 1776. She has also served as musical director for TeamStages and HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL at the STAGES Academy. Originally from Belleville, IL, Lisa received her Bachelor of Music from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and her Master of Music from Webster University. Lisa has worked as Guest Music Director at The Rep (AVENUE X), Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre, and as vocal instructor for Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ A.I.T. Spring Training program. She also has served on faculty in both the music and theater departments at Washington University. As a performer, Lisa was an original member of the a cappella ensemble “Pieces of 8” and now performs with the St. Louis based blues band, Uncle Albert. Thanks to Michael, Jack, and the whole STAGES family for the years of support. Here’s to a promising future! Cheers! |
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STEPHEN BOURNEUF
Stephen Bourneuf is happy to be spending time with family and friends in his hometown, St. Louis. A graduate of S.L.U.H. (Thanks Joe Schulte) and S.L.U., Stephen began performing locally at Six Flags over Mid America and the MUNY Opera. After graduating he moved to New York City, eventually performing in eight Broadway shows including A CHORUS LINE, DREAMGIRLS, LEGS DIAMOND and HELLO, DOLLY!, as well as a dozen National Tours. |
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Shifting to direction/choreography/teaching, credits now include: Broadway’s PRINCE OF CENTRAL PARK, HBO’s TRACEY ULLMAN; LIVE AND EXPOSED (Assoc. Choreographer); AMTSJ’s WEST SIDE STORY w/Diana DeGarmo and THE KING & I w/Debby Boone (Director); Carousel Dinner Theatre’s GREASE, Maine State Music Theater’s JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR and STAGES ST. LOUIS’ A CHORUS LINE and ANYTHING GOES (Choreographer). Stephen spent three years as resident Director/Choreographer for Allan Albert Productions in NYC, creating musical revues for Hershey Park.
As an instructor, he’s taught Musical Theatre Dance, Ballet, Tap, and Choreography Workshops as well as Acting, Monologues, Scene Study and Song Interpretation for NJ’s PaperMill Playhouse, CA’s AMTSJ and high schools and colleges throughout the NY/NJ area. Upcoming projects include choreographing THE FULL MONTY at STAGES ST. LOUIS and directing Carousel Dinner Theatre’s WHITE CHRISTMAS.
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JENNA COKER-JONES
Jenna is SO thankful to be back at STAGES and using her married name! Last seen here in THE FULL MONTY as Georgie, Jenna also appeared as Frenchy in GREASE. Off-Broadway credits include Cheryl in EVIL DEAD – THE MUSICAL and Lambchops in FAME ON 42nd STREET, where she can be heard on both Original Cast Recordings. Jenna has also toured nationally in ANNIE, JEKYLL & HYDE, DOCTOR DOOLITTLE, and SEUSSICAL – THE MUSICAL (with Cathy Rigby). Michael & Jack – you inspire greatness! CKJ – my best friend, my love. Jenna’s done a lot of fun projects and has a fabulous website at www.jennacoker.com. God is good!!
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MICHAEL HALLING
Michael most recently appeared at STAGES in The Full Monty. His Broadway credits include THE PAJAMA GAME (Cyrus, u/s Harry Connick Jr.), THE BOY FROM OZ (Standby for Hugh Jackman), IN MY LIFE (Nick), and THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL. Off-Broadway, Michael has been seen in THE STREETS OF NEW YORK (Mark Livingstone) at The Irish Rep. National Tour credits include LES MISERABLES (Enjolras) and THE FULL MONTY (Teddy Slaughter). Regional credits include BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Beast), COMPANY (Peter), CARNIVAL (Paul), CAROUSEL (Mr. Snow), THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM, A FEW GOOD MEN, and the regional premiere of LES MISERABLES (Enjolras). Locally, Michael has appeared at The Rep in THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD (Jasper) and at The Muny in … FORUM (Hero). Michael holds a BA from the University of Minnesota. |
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CHRISTOPHER KALE JONES
Christopher is thrilled to be returning to STAGES in this production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. It was here, just two years ago, that Chris met his future wife Jenna Coker-Jones in a production of GREASE. Shortly after that, he was cast as Frankie Valli in the 1st National tour of JERSEY BOYS. So STAGES has been the beginning of wonderful things for Chris and he is excited to bookend his JERSEY BOYS experience with another show here. Thanks to Michael and Jack, praise to God, and everlasting love to Jenna. For Chris’ complete credits please go to www.christopherkalejones.com. Go, go, go Joe! |
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MATHEW SCHNEIDER
Matthew has tapped since age 10, taught since age 17, and is thrilled to make a living on his feet. He is a 2005 graduate of New York University, and his favorite credits include (mostly tap shows such as) DAMES AT SEA (Lucky), 42nd STREET (Billy), SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, CRAZY FOR YOU, ANYTHING GOES, Walter Bobbie and Randy Skinner's production of IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS, and of course this production of JOSEPH … DREAMCOAT.
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LARA TEETER
Lara Teeter has performed, directed and choreographed for major regional theatre and opera houses nation-wide. He is currently an Associate Professor and Head of the Musical Theatre Program at the Webster Conservatory for Theatre Arts here in St. Louis. Other academic achievements include the Charles B. Levitin Chair in Music Theatre for the Shenandoah Conservatory at Shenandoah University; Assistant Professor for the Music Theatre Certificate program at Northwestern University; and Full Professor in the Theatre and Dance Department at California State University at Fullerton. Lara also served as the Artistic Director of Light Opera Works in Evanston, IL, from 1999 to 2004.
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| Lara has been appearing on the MUNY stage for many years in such shows as Singin’ In the Rain, The Wisard of Oz, Little Shop of Horrors, and White Christmas. He was nominated for a Tony Award and won the Outer Critics Circle Award for his performance in the 1982 revival of the Rodgers and Hart classic On Your Toes performing the role of Junior Dolan, originally portrayed by Ray Bolger in 1936. Other Broadway credits include The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, Pirates of Penzance, Happy New Year, and Seven Brides For Seven Brothers. Other roles performed in prominent theatres include Jamie Lockhart in The Robber Bridegroom, Steven Kodaly in She Loves Me, and Henry Higgins in My Fair Lady. National Tours include the role of Don Lockwood in Singin’ In The Rain, Will Parker in Oklahoma!, and the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. Lara has performed at Lincoln Center with the New York City Opera as Silas Slick in Naughty Marietta, and as Herman in The Most Happy Fella.
In the summer of 2000, Lara made his Carnegie Hall debut performing the role of Henry Higgins in a tribute to the work of Lerner and Loewe, and in the fall of 2001, he made his Lyric Opera of Chicago debut performing the role of Steve Sankey in Street Scene. Directing credits include My Fair Lady for Opera Pacific, The Pirates of Penzance for San Bernardino Civic Light Opera, Michigan Opera Theatre, and Dayton Opera, Jacques Brel Is Alive and Living In Paris for the Hollywood Cinigrill, and The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas for the Fullerton Civic Light Opera. Recordings include the original Broadway cast recording of the 1982 revival of On Your Toes, the Gershwin Trust/Library of Congress first ever recording of Gershwin’s Lady Be Good, and the Grammy Award nominated recording of The Wizard of Oz. |
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