


ROLE INSTITUTE
Organization, Foundation, Preparation, Execution
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Organization - an efficient and orderly approach to tasks.
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Foundation - an underlying basis or principle.
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Preparation - something done to get ready for an event or undertaking.
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Execution - the technique or style with which artistic work is produced or carried out.
What is The Role Institute?
SAS Performing Arts Company was formed in 2018 by Stephen Scovasso who is also it’s artistic Director. Part of our mission is to provide training and education through our ROLE Institute which offers programs for emerging artists covering a variety of genres such as Drama, American Musical Theater, Classical Music, and Opera.
We provide opportunities to develop young aspiring performers in a supportive and nurturing non-competitive setting, where the focus is on personal growth and artistic expression.
Our Institute works with singers on all levels, from student to professional, providing quality training and performance opportunities for a reasonable fee.
The programs from which you can choose the study and performance of a complete role or individual acts. A separate program is offered just for the Dramatic voice to focus on the challenges for that particular singer.
Participation Information
The fee for roles is between $250 and $450, depending on the program and role you work on . When you accept a role, a deposit hold of the fee is required to hold your place in the workshop, and is non-refundable unless the workshop is cancelled.
All singers are requested to do basic musical preparation before the first session begins.
ROLE classes equip performers with skills which include audition technique, scene study, script/score analysis, artist branding, the business of a performing career, as well as masterclasses by guest faculty.
These programs support performers at all levels and promote artistic growth.
In ROLE, participants study, create, focus, and perform.
ROLE is separated into distinct divisions as follows: (click on the links below for more information)
Our purpose-driven approach informs every aspect of the ROLE program focusing on repertory of both classic and contemporary works. Select your area of interest to learn more about individual studios,
Training is essential for performing artists, whose talents are developed, encouraged, and showcased through performance that is recognized by audiences and peers.
We invite you to review our classes and workshops and hope you find an opportunity that allows you to shine in the spotlight.
WHERE WE DO IT?
Most programs are offered in person at various studios as well as via zoom.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
Our goal is to keep the cost as affordable for all participants as possible.
The ROLE Programs range between $200 to $500, depending on the workshop and chosen role to study. Participants receive individual music coaching, complete cast music/recitative sessions, character development/staging, and dress rehearsal to prepare these works for performance. Included in the program cost, participants can select two (2) additional classes of their choice. Some Scholarships available. Each performance will be professionally videotaped and participants will receive a copy for their personal use.
The Individual Role class sessions cost $35 per session.
WHEN WE DO IT?
Throughout the year, sessions meet at convenient times during weekdays, weeknights, and weekends and will meet either once or twice a week
We invite you to take a look at what we have to offer and we are you sure you will find a program or class that will be beneficial to your growth as a performer.
Working with SAS during the pandemic has been an incredible experience. In a time when we were unable to participate in and consume live theatre, Steve and the SAS team put so much effort into re-creating the experience as much as possible, ensuring that each actor had access to props and costumes and finding beautiful backdrops to create the world of each play. Even over Zoom, SAS has been able to cultivate a community of kind, hilarious, talented individuals, and I felt like I was able to get to know many of them as if we had been in person. Additionally, Steve’s expertise as a theatre practitioner makes for enjoyable seminars, where he provides brief yet in-depth and interactive overviews of dense topics including the history of musical theatre and the work of Stephen Sondheim.
Michael E. Miller
Actor
