LECTURES
Moliere’s World: The Life and Times of One of the Literature’s Great Satirists
Bryan Le Beau, Ph.D.
University of Missouri – Kansas City and Georgetown University
bflebeau@gmail.com
Seventeenth century France experienced a renaissance in the arts, as well as changes in all aspects of life, presided over by King Louis XIV, “The Sun King.” Moliere’s work was made possible by the renaissance, but it also satirized the conventions of his time from which we can not only learn about his world, but also reflect on the larger, timeless issues, they represent. This talk is intended to provide historical context for those in any discipline pursuing a project in celebration of Moliere’s 400th anniversary.
Program Length: One Hour
Age range: The content can be adjusted for groups from high school age through adults and to address particular interests of the audience.
Space requirements: Classroom or lecture hall with Point Power capabilities. Available space should determine the size of the audience. Observers welcome.
Fee: $100, plus mileage
Bryan Le Beau, Ph.D.
University of Missouri – Kansas City and Georgetown University
bflebeau@gmail.com
Seventeenth century France experienced a renaissance in the arts, as well as changes in all aspects of life, presided over by King Louis XIV, “The Sun King.” Moliere’s work was made possible by the renaissance, but it also satirized the conventions of his time from which we can not only learn about his world, but also reflect on the larger, timeless issues, they represent. This talk is intended to provide historical context for those in any discipline pursuing a project in celebration of Moliere’s 400th anniversary.
Program Length: One Hour
Age range: The content can be adjusted for groups from high school age through adults and to address particular interests of the audience.
Space requirements: Classroom or lecture hall with Point Power capabilities. Available space should determine the size of the audience. Observers welcome.
Fee: $100, plus mileage
MASTER CLASS/WORKSHOP
Daughters, Sons, Maids, & Lovers: Scene work for Molière
Mechele Leon, PhD.
University of Kansas, Department of Theatre & Dance
mleon@ku.edu
This is a workshop in acting practice through scene work, focusing on acting in duo scenes and monologues from Molière’s plays that allow close studio work on roles for women and amorous couples. Although we associate Molière with broad, physical comedy and so expect actors to have the skills to perform this behavior, Molière equally demands that actors develop the character, relationships, and psychological depth. Students in this workshop will prepare in advance with selected scenes.
Length: 2 hours
Age: Higher Education
Space: Studio. No AV
# of Participants: 12
Observers: Yes
Fee: $100, plus mileage
Moliere in Style: A Master Class in Baroque Movement Style
Dr. Jennifer Martin, University of Missouri – Kansas City
martinj@umkc.edu
The social world of Moliere was shaped by complex rules of behavior modeled on the court of Louis XIV. This master class will move through the courtly bows and curtseys, fan codes, snuff-taking, and guidelines for standing, sitting, and walking. This etiquette and deportment are satirized in Moliere’s fops.
Program Length: one - two hours, depending on participants and educational objectives – NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Age range: suitable for high school age through adults
Space requirements: Space needs to be a flat surface with enough space for participants to move about comfortably and have a chair for each person in the space. AV need – an MP3 player. If, hats, fans, walking sticks are available, that would ideal. Available space determines the maximum number of participants. Observers welcome.
Fee: $100, plus mileage
Mechele Leon, PhD.
University of Kansas, Department of Theatre & Dance
mleon@ku.edu
This is a workshop in acting practice through scene work, focusing on acting in duo scenes and monologues from Molière’s plays that allow close studio work on roles for women and amorous couples. Although we associate Molière with broad, physical comedy and so expect actors to have the skills to perform this behavior, Molière equally demands that actors develop the character, relationships, and psychological depth. Students in this workshop will prepare in advance with selected scenes.
Length: 2 hours
Age: Higher Education
Space: Studio. No AV
# of Participants: 12
Observers: Yes
Fee: $100, plus mileage
Moliere in Style: A Master Class in Baroque Movement Style
Dr. Jennifer Martin, University of Missouri – Kansas City
martinj@umkc.edu
The social world of Moliere was shaped by complex rules of behavior modeled on the court of Louis XIV. This master class will move through the courtly bows and curtseys, fan codes, snuff-taking, and guidelines for standing, sitting, and walking. This etiquette and deportment are satirized in Moliere’s fops.
Program Length: one - two hours, depending on participants and educational objectives – NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Age range: suitable for high school age through adults
Space requirements: Space needs to be a flat surface with enough space for participants to move about comfortably and have a chair for each person in the space. AV need – an MP3 player. If, hats, fans, walking sticks are available, that would ideal. Available space determines the maximum number of participants. Observers welcome.
Fee: $100, plus mileage
LECTURES
The Spectacular Night at Vaux: A Turning Point in Three Lives
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
On August 17, 1661, France's talented finance minister Nicholas Fouquet entertained the king, Louis XIV, at his new home, Vaux-le-Vicomte. The evening was fabulous in every way, including a delightful outdoor performance by Molière's troupe. But something went wrong and those three lives would never be the same.
Program length: one hour
Age range: Middle school through adult
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022
Nimble Feet and Sparkling Wit: the Dancing King and the Comic Genius
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
The Sun King, Louis XIV of France, loved to dance and was really good at it. But court ballet served a political purpose above all, as it dazzled foreigners and used allegorical figures in spectacular staging to promote the king's agenda. Molière came along and added a new dimension to court entertainments when he integrated dance interludes into plays that made fun of human foibles.
Program length: one hour
Age range: High school through adult
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022
Great Comedy from a Hard Life: How Molière Coped through Laughter
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
The world's greatest comic playwright spent time in prison, lived on the road for 14 years, endured nasty attacks by jealous rivals, and suffered from health problems that brought his death at age 51. Why was he so funny? This lecture will cover Molière's life and contributions to the art of the theatre.
Program length: one hour
Age range: Can be geared to any age from elementary school through adult.
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
On August 17, 1661, France's talented finance minister Nicholas Fouquet entertained the king, Louis XIV, at his new home, Vaux-le-Vicomte. The evening was fabulous in every way, including a delightful outdoor performance by Molière's troupe. But something went wrong and those three lives would never be the same.
Program length: one hour
Age range: Middle school through adult
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022
Nimble Feet and Sparkling Wit: the Dancing King and the Comic Genius
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
The Sun King, Louis XIV of France, loved to dance and was really good at it. But court ballet served a political purpose above all, as it dazzled foreigners and used allegorical figures in spectacular staging to promote the king's agenda. Molière came along and added a new dimension to court entertainments when he integrated dance interludes into plays that made fun of human foibles.
Program length: one hour
Age range: High school through adult
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022
Great Comedy from a Hard Life: How Molière Coped through Laughter
Felicia Londré
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Curators' Distinguished Professor of Theatre Emerita
londref@umkc.edu
The world's greatest comic playwright spent time in prison, lived on the road for 14 years, endured nasty attacks by jealous rivals, and suffered from health problems that brought his death at age 51. Why was he so funny? This lecture will cover Molière's life and contributions to the art of the theatre.
Program length: one hour
Age range: Can be geared to any age from elementary school through adult.
Space requirements: Any classroom or auditorium that is set up for Power Point. Observers welcome.
Fee: $25.00 booking fee payable to KC MOlière: 400 in 2022