ADELINA ANTHONY

TEATRO QPOC

TEATRO QPOC is a safe, energizing space for queer people of color to study and practice performance/ theater arts. The workshops are taught from our feminist, queer, people of color, indigenous histories and methodologies rooted in progressive, spiritual practices.

The program was designed by Adelina in 2006 as "Teatro Q." She was awarded funding as an Artist in Residence for three years (2007-08, 2008-09, 2009-10) by the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. The program was hosted by community partner Southern California Library. She has taught variations of "Teatro Q" workshops on university campuses and at allgo (a Statewide Queer People of Color Organization) in Texas.

For 2013, Adelina has invited the formidable and inspiring artist Sharon Bridgforth to lead the Writing Sessions. Bridgforth brings decades of experience as a teaching artist who has also developed unique ways to cultivate deep, meaningful work from her students. This special 10 day residency* will be held in San Francisco, CA, at Intersection for the Arts: 925 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Photo by Vanessa Vargas

IMPORTANT DATES

Dec. 1, 2012: Application Process Open

Feb. 1, 2013: Application Due (postmark date) along with $15 submission fee

Apr 1, 2013: Participants Notified of Acceptance or Waitlist

May 1, 2013: Half of residency fee due (non-refundable)

June 1, 2013:Final residency fee due

June 28, 2013: First day of residency

July 7, 2013: Last day of residency

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Writing Session:

Application Form
Current Resume
Two references
10 page excerpt of a performance text/script
$15 application fee

Acting Session:

Application Form
Current Resume
Two references
10 minute online video link or DVD*
$15 application fee

(*Any combination of scene work or monologues showing your acting range.)

The residency runs for 10 days.

Workshop schedule:

9 a.m.-12 p.m. Writing w/Sharon

12 p.m.-1 p.m. Wholesome Lunch (All)

1 p.m.-2 p.m. Artist Dialogues (All)

2 p.m.-3 p.m. Yoga for Artists (All)

3 p.m.-6 p.m. Acting w/Adelina

*Some extra evening activities will be scheduled. You may apply for the Writing OR the Acting sessions. If you apply for both indicate your first choice.

Total Workshop Fee: $1000

Some Partial Scholarships Available

One Tatiana de la Tierra Fellowship

FAQs

Who can apply for the residency?

The residency is designed first and foremost for queer people of color. Allies may apply, but slots are limited.

How many participants will be admitted to the workshops?

Each session will have a maximum of 5-6 participants.

Why so few?

Our goal is to provide a quality experience. We believe having smaller groups allows us to focus more time on each student.

Why can I only apply to writing or acting and not both?

Each workshop will require outside work and we want you completley focused and rested for the sessions. For example, actors will have to rehearse scene work outside of class and this might mean working in the morning with your scene partner. (Note: acting classes also cover acting techniques for the camera.)

Why are we doing an hour of yoga?

Whether you are a writer or an actor, learning these mental and physical techniques will provide stamina for the long haul of your artist life. Our yoga instructor is equipped to teach everyone, regardless of experience.

Why does it cost so much?

Feel free to explore the internet and compare our fees to other workshops or college courses. You will find we are comparable or much more affordable than most (who are not providing this kind of space for QPOC.) Your fees pay for the best of instructors with professional track records both as artists and teachers. The fee also covers your lunch, the cost of workshop space and other expenses related to providing this residency.

How can I apply for a partial fellowship?

You can indicate this in your application. Only a few individuals will be selected based on need and merit. One person will be selected for the Tatiana de la Tierra Fellowship which covers the entire fee.

Is housing or travel provided?

No. We recommend making arrangements as soon as you're notified about your acceptance.

What if I can't make all 10 days?

Please do not apply. Only individuals who can commit to the entire 10 day process will be considered for admittance.

How do I request an application?

Starting Dec. 1st, 2012 you may email: teatroqpoc@gmail.com. In the subject line type: Application Request. An application will be sent to you within 24 hours.

(*Partially funded by cihuatl productions a Member of the Intersection Incubator, a program of Intersection for the Arts providing fiscal sponsorship, incubation and consulting services to artists. Visit www.theintersection.org.)