Sunday, March 13, 2022

 

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Intro to Chekhov Part II Workshop
with T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
5-7:30pm PST / 
7-9:30pm CST/ 8-10:30 ES
Tickets: $50 In-Person / $25
Register at www.TKeyah.com 

Performer, writer, director, producer and educator T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh (In Living Color / Cosby / That's So Raven / The Cool Crystal Show)) provides an interactive introduction to the actor training method of actor/director/acting teacher Michael Chekhov.  The workshop will include a review and continuation of the techniques covered in the Intro to Chekhov workshop I presented in Los Angeles last year: Radiating and Receiving, Expansion and Contraction, Qualities of Movement, The Four Brothers, The Sensations, and Psychological Gestures.  Terms will be clarified and again, there will be group, partnered and individual exercises; a talk back; and a Q&A.    Participants should have 4 lines of memorized text to incorporate into the work.  In-person slots are very limited.  COVID protocols will be strictly enforced.  Masks must be worn at all times.  Virtual participants may work with one partner and must be on camera at all times.

NOTE: Participation in the Tools of the Trade Intro to Chekhov I is NOT required.
In-Person Participants: A very limited number of participants will be working live with me at a studio in downtown Little Rock, AR, and in front of the virtual participants. All COVID protocols will be strictly enforced.  Masks must be worn at all times.   All attendees must be registered. Check-in will be at 6:30pm.  The exact location in downtown Little Rock will be given to registered in-person students.    

Virtual Participants:  This workshop is for active participants.  Your camera must be on at all times. Taking the class with a maximum of one partner is advised but not required.  The workshop will be monitored.  If more than two people are seen on your camera, you are subject to removal from the workshop.  Choose a space with room to move around.  One of our exercises is a ball toss.  You can use a tennis ball to participate with your partner, or you may use a pretend ball.  The Zoom information will be given to registered virtual students. The name under which you registered must match the name on your Zoom profile to be admitted into the class.

All Participants:  You must be 18 years of age or older and registered to attend. Wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement.  Have 4 lines of text from a play or film memorized to incorporate into the work.  No explicit language or vulgarity. The workshop will be recorded. No identifiable footage or images of students will be shared in any medium without the student's written permission. You may not record the workshop in any way.  A limited number of people will be able to make comments about the experience in the spy back and / or to ask questions during the Q&A, if time permits.  

Observers: No observers will be allowed.   

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Tools of the Trade: Chekhov Workshop with T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh - May 19, 2021

 Tools of the Trade:

Intro to Chekhov Workshop
with T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh

Wednesday, May 19, 2021
6pm PST / 7pm MST / 8pm CST / 9pm EST

Tickets: $50 In-Person / $25 Virtual 
Early Bird Cost: $40 In-Person / $20 Virtual
Purchase tickets by May 5, 2021 for the 20% discount

Performer, writer, director, producer and educator T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh provides an interactive introduction to the actor training method of actor/director/acting teacher Michael Chekhov.  The workshop will include: a lecture on Chekhov work; group, partnered and individual exercises; a talk back; and a Q&A.  Participants should have 4-8 lines of memorized text to incorporate into the work.  Age 18 and over preferred. No one under 13 allowed. In-person slots are very limited.  COVID protocols will be strictly enforced.  Masks must be worn at all times.  For more information, visit: https://tkeyahcrystal.weebly.com/directoreducator.html  

To Register, 
Click Here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tools-of-the-trade-intro-to-chekhov-w-tkeyah-crystal-keymah-tickets-151701779105

Cool Conversations:
An Entertainment Industry Talk with T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh

Wednesday, May 12, 2021
6pm PST / 7pm MST / 8pm CST / 9pm EST

Ticket Cost: Free

Performer, writer, director, producer and educator T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh talks about her longevity in the entertainment industry, creating a solo variety show during the pandemic, her Tools of the Trade actor preparation workshops, and being a perpetual student of theatre and life! All ages welcome!

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED: The event and waiting list are full.

Saturday, January 02, 2021

The Cool Crystal Show

She's at it again. Veteran performer T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh is the writer, director,  producer and star of  a brand new variety show, "The Cool Crystal Show."  The web series, which debuted on Wednesday,  December 30, 2020 to rave viewer reviews,  celebrates culture and showcases the performer's many talents. The show airs on Keymah Studio's website, www.Keymah.com. Keymah Studios is a division of T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Inc.   Watch The Cool Crystal Show for free at http://www.keymah.com/the-cool-crystal-show.html. New episodes are posted on Wednesdays at 9pm EST / 8pm CST / 6pm PST 



Monday, April 06, 2020

Easter Sunday Revival! 2020

This Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020, when the doors of countless churches will be cautiously closed, join people of faith, and fans of great music, mystical stories, and family friendly entertainment in an international, virtual, celebration by watching the star-studded Gospel musical film, Rivival!
REVIVAL! is a thoroughly innovative celebration of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ through faith, film and theatre. An imaginative retelling of the poetic Book of John, Revival! is a letter from Jesus to a troubled and ever contemporary world. Our journey begins with a live Passion Play in a contemporary metropolis, and expands from there into a world of vibrant image and immersive sound. Revival! is an authentic expression of Black Faith in form and intention. It is also a unique way to re-imagine a renewal of the everlasting and joyous creative spirit of the black church experience! We all know this story, but we've never seen it, heard it or felt it like this. Seen in theaters in 2018 and 2019, the film is now available to watch, rent or buy on multiple platforms including RedBox, iTunes, Fandango Now, Amazon PrimeAmazon, Target, DeepDiscount.com and https://vimeo.com/ondemand/revival/#

The all-star cast includes 10-time Grammy winner Chaka Khan, Michelle Williams, Siedah Garrett, Mali Music, T’Keyah Crystal Keymáh, Dawnn Lewis, Niki J. Crawford, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Paula  Newsome, Victoria Tilford, Harry Lennix, Seidah Garrett, Kenny Lattimore, and Chester Gregory.  The film was directed by Danny Green. Original music score and arrangements are by Mali Music, ELEW, Donald Lawrence and Abdul Robinson Royal.  Lennix, Holly Carter and David C. Waite produced the film through Merge-XJR: Exponent, Jupiter Film Group and Relevé Entertainment. Steve Harris and T’Keyah Crystal Keymáh are also executive producers of Revival!  For more information please visit www.revivalthemovie.comhttps://vimeo.com/ondemand/revival/# Join the cast and crew of the film, along with a coalition of ministers and faith based groups hoping that one million people come together, virtually, to watch the film that may just become an Easter classic!  #EasterRevival2020 #EasterSunday2020 #JoinTheRevival!

Monday, January 13, 2020

T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Directs Gee's Bend at Star Center Theatre!

T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Directs Gee's Bend at Star Center Theatre


As we approach the 55th anniversary of the Selma march, I'm excited to be directing a theatre piece that sheds light of one of the small communities that supported the civil rights movement, and the women there, who turned scraps of worn fabric into treasured art. If you are in the Gainesville, FL area, please join us for a performance!

Gee's Bend
Star Center Theatre
11 NE 23rd Avenue
Gainesville, FL
February 14-22, 2020
#BlackHistory #CivilRights #Quilters #GeesBend #FamilyFriendlyEntertainment #LiveTheatre #StarCenterTheatre #Gainesville #Florida #ADirectorsLife #SomethingPositive

Rehearsals are underway, but we are still seeking the following performers (non-union):

Characters:
Sadie Understudy (Black female, age 15, 41, and 78  - Alice's daughter; a reader; adventurous, yet traditional; bold; spiritual, she dreams)
Nella Understudy (Black female, age 17, 44, and 81 - Alice's daughter; a singer; sensible until she isn't/ can't be, mischievous; supportive)
Macon Understudy (Black male, age 25 & 51 - Sadie's beau/husband; a field worker; strong; ambitious; clever; traditional; can be harsh)
Ensemble Members (Black males age 25-75; and Black females who sing, age 25-75+).


More information and sides are available at: http://tkeyahcrystal.weebly.com/directoreducator.html. 

Tuesday, October 01, 2019

T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh’s Presents Actor Training Workshops and Directs a Show for the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival 10/2 and 10/3

Atlanta Black Theatre Festival Presents:
T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh’s Tools of the Trade
Audition Preparation Workshops
What Every Professional and Aspiring Actor Needs
to Conduct the Business of Performing
Porter Sandford III Performing Arts Center
3181 Rainbow Drive, Decatur, GA 30034

WED.10.2.19
Master Class: 10:30am - 12:45pm

Tools of the Trade: Actor's Boot Camp Pt. I
Studio

THUR.10.3.19
Master Class: 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Tools of the Trade: Actor's Boot Camp Pt. II
Studio

www.eventbrite.com/e/atlanta-black-theatre-festival-creativecon-earn-six-figures-as-an-artist-tickets-68739755459