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Robinson. Actors must not only learn a character's lines
but also go on an emotional journey with that charac-
ter, see life from their perspective, and advocate for
them, Lowans adds.
There's more, too. Being on time for rehearsals
shows a sense of responsibility toward fellow company
members. So do learning your lines and being a pre-
pared and trustworthy scene partner.
"There are such immediate consequences in thea-
tre," Lowans says. "If you haven't sufficiently worked
on your lines and can't remember them with your scene
partner in front of a group of people, there's a very vis-
ceral reminder" of the importance of personal responsi-
bility and being prepared.
Theatre also encourages taking chances, being dar-
ing, making bold choices, thinking
on your feet, and trying new things.
"That makes theatre a very safe
space, and that makes the program
a safe space," Robinson says. "Eve-
ryone can find a place to be fully
themselves."
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Young people are responsible for staging productions during the season.
Shown above is Piggy Nation: The Musical.
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