Musical Director Paul Gemignani to Teach Palm Beach Dramaworks Master Class, 12/8

Paul Gemignani, Broadway's preeminent musical director, will teach a master class to a select group of talented South Florida students on Tuesday, December 8, from 9am to noon at Palm Beach Dramaworks. Gemignani will work one-on- one with each of the participants on material they've selected and prepared. Following the class, he will launch the third season of Dramalogue, sitting down for interviews on PBD's main stage at 2pm and 7pm to discuss his illustrious career.

"I'm delighted to have the opportunity to work with aspiring musical theatre artists," says Gemignani. "For me, the most important aspect of a master class is that these students get to work with someone who's been in the trenches, who can give them the kind of information they need if they decide to pursue a career. Very often, kids starting out have no idea what to expect, no idea how to navigate, say, an open call. So in addition to working with each student individually on his or her music, I always take the time to talk to them as a group and give them practical advice. And I welcome other students to observe, as I think it's a great learning experience for them as well."

Craig Ames, who will serve as pianist for the master class, has coordinated the event and will offer a private rehearsal session to each student a few weeks before they appear before the maestro.

The students are Joseph Anarumo (Florida Atlantic University), Madison Spears (FAU), Tali Green (Oxbridge Academy), Charlie Alguera (Dreyfoos School of the Arts), Skyler Sajewski (DSOA), and Jenna Myers (home schooled). In addition, family members, teachers, and other musical theatre students will be invited to observe.