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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-07-06 | Nigel Dandridge-Perry | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thankyou very much We did have some possible producers come but one was interested in movie production which we said NO Others maybe if we get our own backing first but we prefer to not go under the umbrella o that org. We will create video teasers to present to possible backers It is very difficult to get cast together but they are all willing and will do it for free It is time constraints and space availability and money that is problematic You have been very helpful |
| 2009-07-01 | stuart leventhal | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Wow! Finally some great, real advice from a caring pro.I'm now clear and focused on this most important next step and will move forward with confidently. Thanks, Stuart L |
| 2009-06-22 | Azeem | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | Yes | Very clear, insightful answer. Thanks Arlene! |
| 2009-03-06 | Mary | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Dear Ms. Schulman, Excellent! I very much appreciate the clarity and quickness of your response. Many thanks, Mary |
| 2009-02-12 | Drew | 9 | 8 | 10 | 7 | No | I can handle forthright "tough love', so I'll "write the play" that is in me. Thank you. |
| 2009-02-08 | ron | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your comments. It helped me to confirm that I was going in the right direction (no pun intended). |
| 2008-10-16 | Dan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Excellent in terms of content and detail; far beyond what I expected. If not compensated, volunteer should at least get a big kiss. (She should choose from whom!) |
| 2008-09-08 | paul | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks! It does help a lot. |
| 2008-03-19 | C assie Bell | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | You are a Godsend thank you so much. you. I really appreciated the advice and the extra information. You Rock! |
| 2008-02-15 | Lisa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much Arlene for the valuable advice. You gave me further insight into what it takes to run a theatre company. |
| 2008-01-28 | RICHARD | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Incredibly personal experience |
| 2007-12-29 | Erin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your comments they have helped me a lot |
| 2007-04-02 | Byron Martin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Exactly what I wanted to know. |
| 2006-12-13 | Eric | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much! Your answer was very helpful. :D |
| 2006-11-05 | M- | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you... I appreciate that this is out of your immediate expertise, but gave me great leads... M- |
| 2006-10-26 | Liezl | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for your advise. It means a lot and gave me quite a bit of clarity on the subject. - Liezl |
| 2006-10-24 | christi | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks i appreciate the advice :) |
| 2006-10-16 | Alfreda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Your answers were very helpful. You confirmed what I thought regarding permission. I appreciate your assitance. |
| 2006-10-09 | Rachel | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | It is so helpful to have someone understand the struggling playwright. Thanks, Arlene. The time you have spent helping others is probably more beneficial than you know. |
| 2006-09-09 | Alex | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks so much, you really helped me figure things out :] |
| 2006-09-01 | Van Stricklin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your quick response and honesty in your awnswer. I guess the only way to find out for sure is thru the writer but I would not know who or how to do that.If you do ever find out for sure |
| 2006-08-15 | Jeremy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks anyway! |
| 2006-07-27 | Bob Crawford | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks. That's what I figured |
| 2006-06-30 | Donya | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, Arlene. Actually I would have been more surprised if you had said yes. I appreciate your advice about what kind of feedback to look for and your words of encouragement are invigorating. I think it won't be long now. Look for Ghost Writer in a theatre near you. xo Donya |
| 2006-06-29 | Donya | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you Arlene. I really like your suggestion about the family being the main character. I never would have thought of that. BTW when I rated your answer on my other question about marketing my play I accidentally hit the send button too soon. I had intended to include some comments about how helpful and thorough your answer was. Same goes this time. You're really helping me to think through the problems I'm having with this new play. I appreciate it. Donya |
| 2006-06-28 | Donya | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2006-03-03 | Pr Walker | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Hello again, My name is Prinsez, but I go by Pz, however, when I registered, I used "Pr" the first two initials of my first name, and part of my email address, so folks will know they have the right person. Let me get to the point. Your reply touched the center of me so much that I became charged with gratitude. I know I can do it, as I have done it before, and I so agree with your suggestions (meditation, no distractions, etc.) Sometimes, I believe I am my own distraction (smile). I believe this will be a special one, although, I admit that most people believe that about their work or they wouldn't do it. Right? I will try what you suggested, because as I read your words, I could hear the characters starting to talk to me again. I could feel their presence and I smiled. I plan to keep in touch, if you don't mind, and let you know how things are going. In the meantime, I thought I'd share a piece of my poetry with you, for being so kind and helpful. Enjoy.. I Write in Color When I write, I write in ..... |
| 2006-01-24 | Chris | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for getting back to me so soon! I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go. |
| 2006-01-04 | Anthony | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Hi Ms. Schulman I just finished my final draft of my project... Thank you SO MUCH for your help and dedication to helping me out this project was made so much easier thanks to you! You've been a tremendous help, and I'll contact you again if I have any more questions regarding theatre! Thanks, and oh, happy new year! |
| 2005-10-14 | Nathan Horowitz | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for the quick and clear response. I'll take your advice and try the VLA number in New York City. Congratulations on your first grandchild! All the best. |
Answers by Expert:
Arlene Schulman
Expertise
As a professional stage director and dramaturg, I have worked extensively with playwrights, lyricists and composeres in new play development. My areas of expertise are in character development, relationships, plot structure and stageability. I`d be happy to answer any questions in these areas, as well as in the process of getting a play from the page to the stage - including the stages along the way, director/playwright collaboration, the playwright`s place in rehearsals and so on.
Experience
I am a professional stage director and dramaturg who has worked extensively in collaboration with playwrights, lyricists and composers on new plays and musicals. I have worked closely with them in the developmental process, helping to shape and edit their work - particularly in the areas of character development, relationships, plot structure and stageability - and acted as dramaturg and sounding board. I have brough these new plays to the stage in staged readings, workshops, showcases and full productions.
Organizations
Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers - associate member
Literary Managers & Dramaturgs of America - associate member
Shakespeare Association of America
The Shakespeare Institute -MA Candidate, "Shakespeare & Theatre"
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