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Smoke, Screens, and Stage Fights: The Art of Stagecraft

Dates:June 24-26, 2025
Meets:Tu and Th from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Location:Dreiser Theater
Cost: $15.00

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Smoke, Screens, and Stage Fights
The Art of Stagecraft

with Dr. Alicia Jay & Dr. Chris Berchild


Tuesday/Thursday, June 24 & 26
1:00 to 2:30
ISU Dreiser Theater
221 N. 6th St., Terre Haute
$15

Step behind the curtain and discover the magic of stagecraft! In this engaging two-session class, Dr. Alicia Jay, Professor of Theater at ISU, will demonstrate the art of stage combat—how actors make fights look real without getting hurt. Then, Dr. Chris Berchild, also a Professor of Theater at ISU, will explore projection mapping, a cuttingedge technique that transforms the stage with digital imagery, creating illusions that transport audiences to new worlds. This class provides a behind-the-scenes look at the tricks of the trade for theater lovers and those who are curious!

Fee: $15.00

Dreiser Theater

221 N 6th St, Terre Haute

Christopher Berchild


Alicia Jay


Pete Kikta

Date Day Time Location
06/24/2025Tuesday1 PM to 2:30 PM Dreiser Theater
06/26/2025Thursday1 PM to 2:30 PM Dreiser Theater