Learn how to make your story shine with a purposeful design that gives your set main character energy! Discover the fundamentals of theatrical set design in this free online Set Design 101 Workshop presented by Rosedale Community Players.

Are you ready for the return of Theatre 101? Originally streamed live on RCP’s Facebook page, this engaging session explores how to turn brief script descriptions into functional, eye-catching sets. Led by experienced community theatre designer Kenneth Franzel, the workshop will cover the creative process, key design principles, and practical tips for telling a story through your stage.

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About your host:
Kenneth Franzel is an award-winning set designer and director with experience across multiple theatres in Michigan. He is a back-to-back recipient of Rosedale Community Players' prestigious Betty Award for Best Set Design. Additionally, he has directed numerous productions, designing the sets for each one, driven by his belief that a thoughtfully crafted set is essential to powerful storytelling.

Meet your host for From Script to Stage. Rosedale Community Players has been producing quality theatre in the Metro Detroit area since 1969. Along with our friends from around the theatre community, our podcast offers a space where creatives can share ideas, talk about how they solved problems, and even have some laughs.

Each episode features behind-the-scenes stories, Theatre 101 lessons, interviews with fellow creatives, and staged readings of new works still finding their spotlight. Whether you're a seasoned stagehand, a first-time actor, or simply theatre-curious, there’s a place for you here.

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