TBTA Hosts 'Die Vampire Die' Inspired Workshop With Susan Blackwell 5/3

On May 3, 2009, The Brookfield Theatre for the Arts (TBTA) will host a dynamic creative workshop led by Broadway's Susan Blackwell. The workshop, appropriate for individuals of all ages, is inspired by the popular song ‘Die, Vampire, Die' in the hit Broadway musical [title of show]. The song, also penned by Blackwell, defines a Vampire as "any person, thought or feeling that stands between you and your creative self-expression."

The workshop is designed to assist participants in identifying and nurturing the seedlings of ideas through the writing process and into performance. While some performance experience is helpful, it is not necessary.

According to Blackwell, who designed the workshop, "Every person has a well of creativity within them, whether they are actors, accountants or aerospace engineers. My hope is to help others connect with their inspired ideas, whether they hope to pursue them recreationally or professionally."

Themes of the workshop include establishing a safe creative space, contributing to a collaborative process, identifying and taking creative risks, tapping into creative freedom and developing clear self-expression. In addition to writers and performers, ideal participants will be creative challenge-seekers looking for a fun, safe environment to try something new and individuals seeking satisfaction through self-expression and confidence in communication.

Alicia Dempster, VP & Managing Director of TBTA, says, "We are thrilled to have Susan working with our local creative community. Her incredible energy and positivity is such an inspiration to writers and performing artists, especially those familiar with the success story of [title of show]. Personally, I can't wait to slay a few of those vampires!"

TBTA, 182 Whisconier Road (Route 25 behind the Library), Brookfield, CT

When: Sunday, May 3rd from 2:00-5:00pm

Cost: $60.00 per person [$50.00 for TBTA Members]

Information & Registration: www.brookfieldtheatre.org or 203-775-0023

Susan Blackwell recently played herself in the Broadway musical [title of show]. Susan has written and performed original material for many projects, including [title of show], the [title of show] show, The 2008 NYC Gay Men's Chorus Holiday Spectacular at Carnegie Hall (guest artist), The 53rd Annual Drama Desk Awards, 2008 Gypsy of the Year, The Actors Fund 125th Anniversary Gala and the Avant Garde-A-Rama series at PS122. Off-Broadway credits include [title of show] at the Vineyard Theatre, Speech and Debate at The Roundabout Theatre, Anon at The Atlantic Theatre Company, Working Title and Vilna's Got a Golem at the American Jewish Theatre, as well as playing Peter Patrone in The Heidi Chronicles. Television appearances include 'The Sopranos', 'Third Watch', 'All My Children' and various 'Law & Orders'. Films include P.S.: I Love You, Margot at the Wedding, Bun Bun, Changing Lanes, and Night Int. Trailer for the feature film Ten Minutes Older. Susan is an avid teacher specializing in creative writing and performance.

For more information on [title of show], visit www.titleofshow.com.