Artists • Educators • Scholars • Students • Theatre Lovers

Friday, July 27

8:30

Registration

Renee Charlow, BTN Business Manager
Corey Roberts, Parliamentarian

BTN ARCADE (4^THFLOOR)

9:00-9:15

Welcome and Conference Charge

Artisia Green, BTN President, College of William & Mary

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404/405)

9:30-10:00

New Members’ Orientation

Renee Charlow, BTN Business Manager, Bowie State University

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404/405)

10:00-11:15

StudentQuest:Audition Workshop Orientation: Session #1
Introductory session for registered participants, alternates and observers. Basics of dramatic structure and analysis with attention to monologues as a literal and figurative “moments of dramatic action.” Also, an introduction to the basic concepts of the Alexander Technique (AT) and how it will be used to aid the workshop sessions. Faculty and general conference attendees admitted with conference registration badge.

Dr. Mikell Pinkney and Prof. Kathy Sarra, University of Florida

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

10:00-11:30

The Global Mojo and the Intangible: "African" Aesthetics Enacted
The Global Mojo and the intangible: Arican Aesthetics Enacte Aku Kadogo, one of the original actresses in ntozake shange's acclaimed choreopoem "for colored girls who have considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf," explores the teachings and rituals that have impacted her acting, directing and dramaturgy in such remote settings as Sydney, Australia, Seoul, South Korea, and Detroit, USA.

Acclaimed filmmaker Ayoka Chenzira, the first William and Camille Cosby Endowed Professor in the Arts at Spelman College in 2001, has worked and lectured extensively on film throughout the United States, South America, and Europe; traversing the African continent collecting oral narratives from women, as well as training emerging filmmakers.

Aku Kadogo, Facilitator, Yong In University, Korea
Ayoka Chenzira, Spelman College

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

10:00-11:30

Roundtable: Whose Play is it Anyway? White Directors, Black Playwrights, and Role Reversal on the Stage and in the Academy

Khalid Y. Long, Facilitator, Miami University
Darryl Davis, Oakland Community College
Jade Lambert-Smith, Spelman College
Donya Washington, New York University
Isaiah Wooden, Stanford University

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

11:45-1:15

Panel Presentation: Black Theatre in the White South: Redesigning Black Theatre for Racial Consciousness

Dr. Vershawn Ashanti Young, Facilitator, University of Kentucky
Adanma O. Barton, Berea College
Dr. Jennifer Goodlander, University of Kentucky
Dr. Julie Anne Naviaux, University of Kentucky

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

11:45-1:15

Make your Training Work for You: Professional Development for Undergraduate Actors, Directors and Stage Managers (StudentQuest)

Chris Berry, M.F.A., Actor, NYC
Stanley Ralph III, M.F.A., Stage Manager, NYC

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

11:45-1:15

Say My Name Outloud: Contemporary Black Voices on the Stage

Dr. Marta Effinger-Crichlow, New York City College of Technology - CUNY
Dr. Eve Jasmin Lambert, Bronx Community College – CUNY

LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)

11:45-1:15

Panel Presentation: Footlights Across the South: Dr. Thomas Poag and The Tennessee State Players, 1935-1955

Dr. Ronald Davis, Florida A&M University
Michael Dinwiddie, New York University

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

1:30-3:00

LUNCH(On Your Own)
(OR WITHBROWN BAG LUNCH OPTIONS)

2:00-3:00

BROWN BAG SERIES OPTION #1

Heaven (The) Help Us?
When Hattie McDaniel won a Best Supporting Oscar for her portrayal of Mammy inGone With The Wind, she was quoted as saying “I had a choice of playing a maid for seven hundred dollars a week, or being one for seven dollars a week.” This year’s Oscar for Best Supporting Actress went to Octavia Spencer for her luminous portrayal of a feisty maid in the Disney blockbusterThe Help. In what types of roles does Hollywood reward women of color? And at what price? Should they be looking overseas for opportunities? Does this Oscar win represent progress or retrogression?

Facilitator (TBA)

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

2:00-3:00

BROWN BAG SERIES OPTION #2

The Black Canon Discussion Continues…
At last year’s conference, we began a discussion to define the Black Canon. Which plays, choreopoems, musicals, and rituals should every practitioner, performer, scholar, student and artist working in the African Diasporic Aesthetic be familiar with? Have we narrowed it down? Are there new plays that should become part of the tradition? For those interested in continuing the discussion, here’s your chance!

Facilitator (TBA)

LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)

2:00-3:00

BROWN BAG SERIES OPTION #3

Should BTN Create An On-Line, Refereed Journal?

Dr. Freda Ann Giles, Facilitator, University of Georgia
Dr. Beth Turner, Founding Editor & Publisher,Black Masks
Dr. Harvey Young, Northwestern University

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

3:00-4:30

Panel Presentation: Hip Hop Pedagogy

Dr. Daniel Banks, The Naropa Institute
Kathryn Ervin, California State University San Bernardino

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

3:15-5:15

StudentQuest: Three Minute Audition Presentations: Session #2
Registered participants each present a three minute audition of two contrasting monologues for feedback and identification of specific needs to be addressed in the following two days of the workshops. Alternates may present, with limited feedback when possible.

(Session for registered participants, alternates and observers. Faculty and general conference attendees admitted with conference registration badge when space is available.)

Dr. Mikell Pinkney, University of Florida, Facilitator

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

4:40-5:25

Regional Group “Touch-Base” Meetings

MIDWESTERN REGION - BRENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)
WESTERN REGION - FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)
SOUTHERN REGION - LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)
NORTHEAST REGION - BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

5:30-6:30

BTN Business Meeting #1

BRENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404/405)

6:30-7:30

BTN Welcome Reception

4^THFLOOR TERRACE / BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

7:30-9:00

DINNER ON YOUR OWN

9:00-Until

Play Reading: Between Goodbye and Hello
By Kimberly Kay, Florida A&M University

Luther D. Wells, Florida A&M University, Director

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

Saturday, July 28
[DESIGNING PERFORMANCE]

8:30

Registration [Hours TBD]

9:00-10:00

Salute to the Ascendants (4^th floor Terrace/Courts)
This is a time of reflection when we honor the members of our community who are no longer physically present. We acknowledge that they continue to live on in our hearts, minds and the work we do. This ceremony commemorates our connection to them in spirit and mind.

10:15-12:15

StudentQuest:Auditions Feedback & Hands-on Workshop: Session #3
Individual work on identified needs of full participants based on earlier presentations of material. Session includes introduction to Alexander Technique concepts.

(Session open to registered participants, alternates and observers only. No general attendees admitted please.)

Dr. Mikell Pinkney and Prof. Kathy Sarra, University of Florida

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

10:15-11:45

Panel: Building “Communiversity” Through Performance

Dr. Maisha S. Akbar, Fort Valley State University
Dana Jefferson, Fort Valley State University
Amanda Allen, Fort Valley State University
Josean Pittman, Fort Valley State University

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

10:15-11:45

Professional Development Roundtable

Artisia Green, Facilitator
Dr. John Shévin Foster, Education Manager/Producer, Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

12:00-1:30

Social Media by Design: Using and Building Social Media to Create Customer Loyalty

Darryl C. Davis, Oakland Community College
K. Zaheerah Sultan, Wayne State University

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

12:00-1:30

Panel: Black Theatre Programs and Access to BTN’s Strengths

Dr. Lundeana Thomas, Director, Black Theatre Program, Associate Professor, University of Louisville

LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)

12:15-1:30

Case Study: Marketing Cat On A Hot Tin Roof for Broadway

Marcia Pendelton, CEO, Walking Tall Girl Productions

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

1:00-3:00

LUNCH (On Your Own)
(OR WITH BROWN BAG LUNCH OPTIONS)

1:45-2:30

BROWN BAG LUNCH OPTION #1

Archiving Your Past: Where Will Your Collection Go?

Kathy Perkins, Facilitator, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

1:45-2:30

BROWN BAG LUNCH OPTION #2

Fly in the Buttermilk: When Diversity Means YOU!

Dr.Mikell Pinkney, Facilitator

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

2:30-4:30

StudentQuest:Alexander Technique (AT) Workshop: Session #4
How to understand and apply body awareness and physical freedom to performance work and in everyday life.

(Session for registered participants, alternates and observers. Faculty and general conference attendees admitted with conference registration badge when space is available.)

Prof. Kathy Sarra, University of Florida

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

2:30-4:30

Young Scholars Presentation Workshop
This workshop will offer practical training and techniques for the Scholars who will present their research to BTN during this year’s conference

Artisia Green & Corey Roberts, Facilitators

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

2:30-4:00

Black Magic: Producing the Next Generation of Black Designers

Loyce Arthur, The University of Iowa
André Harrington, California State University San Bernardino
Bresean Anton Jenkins, Hampton University

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

4:10-5:30

Both Sides of the Table: Casting Workshop

Lawrence Evans, Actor & Casting Consultant

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

4:45-5:30

Advisory Board Inaugural Meeting

Dr. Mikell Pinkney, University of Florida. Facilitator

Sandra Bowie, Vice President, Education,New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
Dr. Barbara Molette
Dr. Carlton Molette
Kemati Porter, Executive Director, ETA

AUGUST WILSON ROOM (403)

4:10-5:30

Professional Development Workshop: Best Practices in Box OfficeManagement
Free on-line tools for arts managers, including an introduction to Prezi. Efficiencies and methods to help streamline box-office management

Dawn Eskridge, Box Office Manager, Kennesaw State University

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

4:10-5:30

Professional Development Workshop: Preparing Your Show for a Tour or Residency
A step-by-step guide to marketing and selling your one-person production to colleges, festivals, etc. Timelines and creative decision-making that will make your proposal stand out from other submissions.

Marion Wright, Spelman College

LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)

4:10-5:30

Daring to Design Diabetic Life On Stage

Dr. Phyllisa Deroze, Fayetteville State University

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

5:30-7:20

Dinner on your own

7:30

Smash/Hit - Featured Play Reading - by Steven Broadnax, Pennsylvania State University

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

9:30

Respondents: Artisia Green-Dallas, President, BTN & Bill Doan, President, ATHE

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

10:00

Cast and Play Reception

BTN ARCADE / 4^TH FLOOR TERRACE

Sunday, July 29
[DESIGNING YOUR CAREER]

8:30

Registration (Hours TBD)

9:30-10:30

Junior Faculty Development Workshop - Design Careers

(Facilitator TBA)

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

10:00-12:00

StudentQuest: Special Secrets of Classical Verse Monologues: Session #5
This session focuses on the special requirements needed for auditioning with classical verse material. Some basic “clues” to better success with presenting classical verse drama as audition pieces will be investigated. All participants at this session should be familiar with Shakespeare’s play, Measure for Measure.

(Session for registered participants, alternates and observers. Faculty and general conference attendees admitted with conference registration badge when space is available.)

Dr. Mikell Pinkney and Prof. Katy Sarra, University of Florida

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

10:00-11:15

Performing Commemoration: Designing the Ritual Space as a Method of Sustaining the Group

Dr. Keith Byron Kirk, University of Houston

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

10:00-11:15

The Director/Designer Relationship: A Colloquium on Communication

Dr. Freda Scott Giles, Facilitator, University of Georgia
Kathy Perkins, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Dr. Mikell Pinkney, University of Florida
Dr. Lundeana Thomas, University of Louisville

LEE ROY GILES ROOM (408)

11:30-2:00

BTN Awards Luncheon - Kathy Perkins, Keynote Speaker

Winona Lee Fletcher Awards: Lou Bellamy, Pearl Cleage
Presidential Pathfinder Award: Tarell Alvin McCraney
Lifetime Membership Awards: Dr. Barbara Molette, Dr. Carlton Molette and Dr. Lundeana Thomas

THE CRYSTAL BALLROOM AT THE ATLANTA HILTON

2:30-4:30

Young Scholars Presentations / Judy Dearing Competition

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

5:00-6:15

How White is the Great White Way?

Dr. Donald L. Cleary, Jr., Paine College

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

6:20-7:35

Black Spaces & Faces as ‘Subject’: Modes of Delivery & Presentation

Rebekah Pierce, Author & Playwright

BEVERLY ROBINSON ROOM (409)

5:00-7:00

StudentQuest: Audition Coach’s Training Session
A special session for teachers and coaches only, addressing ways to better assist minority students in preparing for graduate school auditions, advantages of the U/RTA National Unified Auditions and Interviews, and answers to questions.

Dr. Mikell Pinkney, University of Florida

MARVIN SIMS ROOM (410)

5:00-6:15

Color Blind Casting: To Be or Not to Be

Dr. Jocelyn A. Brown, President & CEO, Writing Professional Inc.

FLOYD GAFFNEY ROOM (407)

5:00-6:15

Designing Music for August Wilson’s Plays

Dr. Dwight Andrews, Emory University
Dr. John Shévin Foster, Education Manager, Brooklyn Academy of Music

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

6:25-7:30

“The Hatch-Billops Collection” and Other Acquisitions from the African American Theatre

Dr. Randall Burkett, Curator, African American Collection, Emory University

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

7:30-9:00

Dinner on your Own

9:00-Until

Midnight Madness: BTN Auction and Cash Bar

Greg Horton, Master of Ceremonies, North Carolina A&T University

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

Monday, July 30, 2012
[DESIGNING OUR FUTURE]

9:00-10:30

BTN Business Meeting #2 [Swearing in of new officers]

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

10:45-12:00

Conference Planning >2013-2016

GLENDA DICKERSON ROOM (404)

12:00

Adjournment