MMC POP/ROCK ARTISTIC SHARE LIVESTREAM!

Pop/Rock Performance, advanced theatre course taught by adjunct instructor and alumna MaryAnne Piccolo ’05 with Music Director Elliot Roth, is celebrating its fifth year this spring in a very different way.

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In previous years the class has culminated in a high energy concert, complete with a full band and performed at a renowned New York City live music venue. Past partner venues have included The Cutting Room, The Bowery Electric, Duane Park, and The Bitter End.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the limitations of not being able to produce a final performance in person, students were asked create their own solo shows in the style of a classic tribute production that one might see touring at a regional theatre or headlining on a cruise ship.

Each student created a full set list and script, along with lighting and multimedia designs. They also developed a social media marketing sizzle commercial and recorded a full-length song from the show to be presented.

On May 21 at 7:30pm, the class’s Final Project Artistic Share was broadcasted to the community. Viewers were able to tune in to get a glimpse of the incredible projects the students devised under such challenging circumstances. Video editing and live streaming technology is provided by Rob Buchwald, RBVG Productions Inc.