Sean Cawelti
Birth Place: Los Angeles
Latest News on Sean Cawelti:
Review: HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR at Rogue Artists Ensemble (Aug 25, 2024)
Interview: Amir Levi – Happy to Take a HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR (Aug 4, 2024)
Cast Set for Rogue Artists Ensemble's HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR (Jul 9, 2024)
Review: HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR at Rogue Artists Ensemble (Aug 25, 2024)
Interview: Amir Levi – Happy to Take a HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR (Aug 4, 2024)
Cast Set for Rogue Artists Ensemble's HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR (Jul 9, 2024)
BIO
Sean Cawelti graduated from the University of California Irvine with his BA in Drama with honors in Directing and studied puppetry at Tisch School of the Arts at NYU. Sean is the founding Artistic Director of Rogue Artists Ensemble a multi-media, puppet and mask company in Los Angeles. He has won awards for his work as a designer, director and playwright, honored with a UNIMA Citation of Excellence for Gogol Project and was presented the 2015 Sherwood Award by the Center Theater Group in Los Angeles for his work as a director. Sean was selected by the City of Los Angeles? Cultural Affairs Department to travel to Brazil for two months to study woodcarving and Candombl , a religion born of African and Catholic traditions. His directing and design work has been seen at the Getty Villa, South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Cornerstone Theater Co., Chicago Opera Theater, LA Theatre Works, The Geffen Playhouse, New York City Opera, Imago Theater in Portland, Manhattan Theatre Club and the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta. He has designed puppets, masks, props and video for theater, music videos, museums, concerts and arena shows. Sean is a member of USA829. www.seancawelti.com www.rogueartists.org
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VIDEO: Learn How to Make a Toy Theatre From Household Items as Part of Center Theatre Group's THEATRE SKILLS @ HOME
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2020
VIDEO: George Salazar and Mj Rodriguez Perform 'Suddenly Seymour' on THE LATE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2019
News
Review: HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR at Rogue Artists Ensemble
Director Sean Cawelti has crafted a handful of stunning visuals which punctuate the narrative with video projection, meticulously-rendered puppet choreography, and a particularly stunning sequence with pyrotechnics.
Director Sean Cawelti has crafted a handful of stunning visuals which punctuate the narrative with video projection, meticulously-rendered puppet choreography, and a particularly stunning sequence with pyrotechnics.
Interview: Amir Levi " Happy to Take a HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR
Lisa Sanaye Dring’s Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt Spectacular premieres August 17, 2024, at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Renberg Theatre in the Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center (with previews starting August 10th). Rogue Machine’s artistic director Sean Cawelti directs the cast led by David Ellard, Kurt Kanazawa and Amir Levi with Lucas Brahme, Carlos R. Chavez, Gabriel Croom, Kelsey Kato, Maia Luer, Candy Pain, Tiana Randall-Quant and Jerry Zou. Amir found time between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.
Lisa Sanaye Dring’s Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt Spectacular premieres August 17, 2024, at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Renberg Theatre in the Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center (with previews starting August 10th). Rogue Machine’s artistic director Sean Cawelti directs the cast led by David Ellard, Kurt Kanazawa and Amir Levi with Lucas Brahme, Carlos R. Chavez, Gabriel Croom, Kelsey Kato, Maia Luer, Candy Pain, Tiana Randall-Quant and Jerry Zou. Amir found time between rehearsals to answer a few of my queries.
Cast Set for Rogue Artists Ensemble's HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR
Romance, stunts… and puppets. Rogue Artists Ensemble has revealed details for its summer co-production with the Los Angeles LGBT Center and Contemporary American Theater Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Romance, stunts… and puppets. Rogue Artists Ensemble has revealed details for its summer co-production with the Los Angeles LGBT Center and Contemporary American Theater Festival. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR Featuring Stunts & Performances by Queer Artists Set for August
HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR debuts on August 17, showcasing thrilling stunts and performances by queer artists. Don't miss this unique and exciting event celebrating diversity and talent.
HAPPY FALL: A QUEER STUNT SPECTACULAR debuts on August 17, showcasing thrilling stunts and performances by queer artists. Don't miss this unique and exciting event celebrating diversity and talent.
Interview: Chelsea Sutton's No Fool With Creating CAROUSEL OF FOOLS
Rogue Artists Ensemble starts up their 2024 season with a one-night fundraiser Carousel of Fools at the Santa Monica Pier January 25, 2024. Known for its interactive, immersive, site-specific shows with puppetry, Rogue Artists Ensemble will be an interactive, immersive carnival experience utilizing the historical carousel with midway games, puppet shows, sword-swallowing and an actual treasure hunting play. Rogue Artists Ensemble’s associate artistic director Chelsea Sutton came in out of the rain to answer a few of my queries.
Rogue Artists Ensemble starts up their 2024 season with a one-night fundraiser Carousel of Fools at the Santa Monica Pier January 25, 2024. Known for its interactive, immersive, site-specific shows with puppetry, Rogue Artists Ensemble will be an interactive, immersive carnival experience utilizing the historical carousel with midway games, puppet shows, sword-swallowing and an actual treasure hunting play. Rogue Artists Ensemble’s associate artistic director Chelsea Sutton came in out of the rain to answer a few of my queries.
L.A. Theatre Works' 17th Annual National Tour Brings Hilarious LUCY LOVES DESI To Performing Arts Venues Across U.S.
L.A. Theatre Works kicks off the New Year with its 17th national tour January 14 through March 10, bringing its signature radio-theater hybrid style to 22 performing arts venues across the U.S. with Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom.
L.A. Theatre Works kicks off the New Year with its 17th national tour January 14 through March 10, bringing its signature radio-theater hybrid style to 22 performing arts venues across the U.S. with Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom.
World Premiere of SMILE to Open IAMA Theatre Company's 15th Anniversary 'Jubilee' Season in November
The world premiere of Smile opens IAMA’s 15th anniversary season on November 12 at Atwater Village Theatre, where performances continue through December 5. Low-priced previews begin November 10.
The world premiere of Smile opens IAMA’s 15th anniversary season on November 12 at Atwater Village Theatre, where performances continue through December 5. Low-priced previews begin November 10.
Rogue Artists Ensemble to Present Staged Readings of SCHLITZIE: ALIVE AND INSIDE THE DECAYING SIDESHOW
Rogue Artists Ensemble will present three staged readings, followed by talk-backs, of Schlitzie: Alive and Inside the Decaying Sideshow, an immersive, interactive theater experience currently in development for a full production in 2023.
Rogue Artists Ensemble will present three staged readings, followed by talk-backs, of Schlitzie: Alive and Inside the Decaying Sideshow, an immersive, interactive theater experience currently in development for a full production in 2023.
East West Players and Rogue Artists Ensemble Announce World Premiere of Interactive AR Ghost Story Project With Live Haunt Event
East West Players and Rogue Artists Ensemble announce the launch of an innovative new immersive experience merging storytelling and technology, Kaidan Project: Alone.
East West Players and Rogue Artists Ensemble announce the launch of an innovative new immersive experience merging storytelling and technology, Kaidan Project: Alone.
New 'Los Angeles Anti-Racist Theater Standards' Seek To Create Lasting, Systemic Change
A diverse collective of L.A.-based theater artists dedicated to true equity has released “The Los Angeles Anti-Racist Theater Standards” as a way to create lasting, systemic change within L.A. theater institutions. The full set of standards, which were emailed to 130 local theater companies on Sept. 8.
A diverse collective of L.A.-based theater artists dedicated to true equity has released “The Los Angeles Anti-Racist Theater Standards” as a way to create lasting, systemic change within L.A. theater institutions. The full set of standards, which were emailed to 130 local theater companies on Sept. 8.
LOVE NOTE Audio Experience is Now Available at Plummer Park in West Hollywood
Rogue Artists Ensemble presents a unique, interactive, in-real-life sonic experience that guides audiences through a twisted collection of love stories, meditative romance and lost connections.
Rogue Artists Ensemble presents a unique, interactive, in-real-life sonic experience that guides audiences through a twisted collection of love stories, meditative romance and lost connections.
George Salazar, MJ Rodriguez and More Nominated for LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards
Nominees for the 31st Annual LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards were announced today and some familiar Broadway names are among the nominations.
Nominees for the 31st Annual LA Stage Alliance Ovation Awards were announced today and some familiar Broadway names are among the nominations.
BWW Interview: Rogue Artists' Sean Cawelti Blends All His Talents Into STORAGE RUN
Building on their long tradition of subversive holiday programming, Rogue Artists Ensemble has created the specific-to-online interactive STORAGE RUN, in which you, the audience decide the ending. The first installment of three episodes premieres December 18, 2021.
Building on their long tradition of subversive holiday programming, Rogue Artists Ensemble has created the specific-to-online interactive STORAGE RUN, in which you, the audience decide the ending. The first installment of three episodes premieres December 18, 2021.
BWW Interview: Lori Meeker - An Artist For CHRISTMAS & All Seasons
Multi-medium artist Lori Meeker and her Tin Can Telephone Productions has created an interactive online Christmas experience with WELCOME TO MEADOWLARK FALLS - CHRISTMAS AT HOME. Viewers ordering a set of mailed packages from www.meadowlarkfalls.com will be able to participate in communicating with 'your Meadowlark Falls' best friend in baking camp Jennie.'
Multi-medium artist Lori Meeker and her Tin Can Telephone Productions has created an interactive online Christmas experience with WELCOME TO MEADOWLARK FALLS - CHRISTMAS AT HOME. Viewers ordering a set of mailed packages from www.meadowlarkfalls.com will be able to participate in communicating with 'your Meadowlark Falls' best friend in baking camp Jennie.'
VIDEO: Learn How to Make a Toy Theatre From Household Items as Part of Center Theatre Group's THEATRE SKILLS @ HOME
If you miss experiencing storytelling in a theatre, you're in luck with Center Theatre Group's new Theatre Skills @ Home entry. This new video is teaching you how to make a toy theatre from household items, starting with the box that most recently held your latest delivery.
If you miss experiencing storytelling in a theatre, you're in luck with Center Theatre Group's new Theatre Skills @ Home entry. This new video is teaching you how to make a toy theatre from household items, starting with the box that most recently held your latest delivery.
Center Theatre Group Accepting Submissions For 2021 Dorothy And Richard E. Sherwood Award
Center Theatre Group is now accepting submissions for the 2021 Dorothy and Richard E. Sherwood Award. The deadline to submit an application is June 17, 2020, at noon.
Center Theatre Group is now accepting submissions for the 2021 Dorothy and Richard E. Sherwood Award. The deadline to submit an application is June 17, 2020, at noon.
Tim Chiou, Samantha Quan and More to Star in MTC's POOR YELLA REDNECKS; Full Casting Announced
Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) have announced casting for the co-world premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone).
Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) have announced casting for the co-world premiere of Poor Yella Rednecks, written by Qui Nguyen (Vietgone) and directed by May Adrales (Vietgone).
VIDEO: Get A First Look At George Salazar, MJ Rodriguez, Kevin Chamberlin, & More In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Pasadena Playhouse
BroadwayWorld has a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's Little Shop of Horrors which is now on stage through through October 20!
BroadwayWorld has a first look at Pasadena Playhouse's Little Shop of Horrors which is now on stage through through October 20!
BWW Review: Gloriously Reimagined LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Kills at Pasadena Playhouse
At its core, the original production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (and the movie adaptation it spawned) unabashedly celebrated its campy outlandishness. But unlike the original source material which was filled to the brim with sassy sight gags, cartoonish mannerisms, and pulp thrills, this new, gloriously reimagined production---now on stage at the Pasadena Playhouse through October 20, 2019 helmed by director Mike Donahue---feels much more grounded in reality and feels much more guided by the emotions of its characters, rather than have them just play second banana to the monstrous plant of excess vying for all the attention. With this pivoted focus, this incredible new production also now requires a cast of performers that can truly showcase that change---and, wow, did they ever find them in this brilliant ensemble!
At its core, the original production of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (and the movie adaptation it spawned) unabashedly celebrated its campy outlandishness. But unlike the original source material which was filled to the brim with sassy sight gags, cartoonish mannerisms, and pulp thrills, this new, gloriously reimagined production---now on stage at the Pasadena Playhouse through October 20, 2019 helmed by director Mike Donahue---feels much more grounded in reality and feels much more guided by the emotions of its characters, rather than have them just play second banana to the monstrous plant of excess vying for all the attention. With this pivoted focus, this incredible new production also now requires a cast of performers that can truly showcase that change---and, wow, did they ever find them in this brilliant ensemble!
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