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SUMMER 2023 ARTS TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS:<\/strong> The Summer 2023 Arts Technology Workshops are open to all rising high school freshman through seniors\u00a0who are interested in arts technology.<\/p>\n

The arts industries are rapidly evolving; implementing new technologies and softwares that are changing the landscape of what it means to be an artist and technician. This two-day, educational experience offers students the opportunity to learn cutting edge arts technology that will expose them to new means of creation, and open doors to new pathways in the arts. The Arts Workshops begin at an introductory level and equips students with a unique and advanced skillset in their area. In addition to learning skills in the various forms of arts technology, students will also get a real look at what it\u2019s like to be a college student in the visual and performing arts.<\/p>\n

WCSU will provide all technology needed. The only thing the participant needs to bring is their\u00a0smartphone\u00a0(and charger!).\u00a0Lunch will be provided\u00a0on both days of the workshops. There is a\u00a0$35.00 registration fee.\u00a0Registration opens March 15.\u00a0There are a limited number of spots available for each workshop.<\/p>\n

All workshops take place in the\u00a0Visual and Performing Arts Center<\/a>\u00a0at Western Connecticut State University, located at\u00a043 Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury, CT.\u00a0This stunning, new facility offers top-of-the-line arts technology, with equipment and software outmatching most professional arts venues.<\/p>\n

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About the Workshops<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

The student may select one of the three workshops to participate in during the weekend.<\/p>\n

Music Production \u2013 SOLD OUT<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Students will be introduced to professional-level software, hardware, and production techniques to use in the creation of their own original music. Students will work with skilled instructors in the Recording Studio, Music Technology Lab, and suite of Audio Production Practice Rooms. Following brief exposition modules on audio fundamentals, sound design, composition, and software use, students will have the opportunity to\u00a0produce original music using our state-of-the-art technologies and audio resources.<\/p>\n

Stop Motion<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Students will be introduced to stop-motion animation through historical reviews, scene photography and building of their own zoetrope, one of the earliest forms of stop-motion animation. Using available software the zoetrope photos will be compiled into a final movie form.<\/p>\n

Theatre Stage & Sound Technology<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

Explore scenic and sound design for theatrical productions using industry standard software including Vectorworks, Sketch Up and Qlab.\u00a0 Students will create a visual and aural landscape from scratch and explore how scenery and sound work together to create the environment of a theatre production.<\/p>\n

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Schedule<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Each day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:45 p.m<\/span>. Lunch will be provided from noon to 1:00 PM. Snacks and bottled water will be provided throughout the day.<\/p>\n

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Contact<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

For questions, please email\u00a0svpa@wcsu.edu, or call the Office of the Dean of the School of Visual and Performing Arts at\u00a0(203) 837-3222.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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