(Blog) three little maids from school we are ( Mikado, Gilbert & Sullivan)

Planning Document 2:

For studio sessions, I sat back and thought hmmmmm. Rehearsal spaces.... What is important to provide the actors with the most constructive rehearsal possible...... let us begin!!

Sound proofing: Echoing could prove to be distracting, also a quiet space, w

Low Traffic/unpopulated areas: a closed room does help with nervousness and boost confidence. To know only those who wish to support the student are listening to the student speak, they will then become more comfortable and therefor more confident in expressing their opinions. They, the student, can express themselves freely in an inviting space and does not need to worry about” outsiders listening in on the conversation

Easy access to facilities: Dealing with any unwanted situation, students will find an excuse to leave an uncomfortable space, so to have certain things readily accessable, forces the student to (in a way) cope. For example excuses: my battery is low= power outlets, I need to go to the restroom= same floor male/female restrooms thirsty= water fountains, can’t read= well lit, I don’t know=internet access, etc.

Clock “time is passing, are you” sign, “please turn off all cellular devises” sign. Surge protector(just in case )


In my opinion, a classroom is not an ideal area to conduct a writing studio session. Most students subconsciously fall into “school/classroom mode” upon entering, i.e. sitting in the back and facing forward in a position to receive information. Yes, the room could be rearranged EVERYTIME the participates enter the classroom, but that would be slightly time consuming.

Keeping these factors in mind, the library’s study rooms are an ideal space to conduct writing studio sessions. It is a room completely dedicated to studying, it is a closed space, so the student do not need to fear “outsiders” judging/critiquing their opinion. The sound in the room are excellent. Carpeting and low ceiling reduce reverberation to increase concentration. The circular tables ( only in a few) give a feel of equality among the participates. And easy access o facilities.

But, unfortunately, not all provide a white board or dry erase markers. The writing center is of course the best location. In addition, it has hard copy/ digital resources available to students (, and a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.) My only concern would be volume, more than one session would be conducted simultaneously, I would fear too often groups would try to socialize with each other and try to eavesdrop on each other.
Just to be a negative Nancy , here are a few dilemmas I thought about with other spaces.
Conference rooms: getting permission to use them may be quite difficult.
Writing Center Space: how many group can fit within
UC: permission, noise levels
Study space in the dorms: not easily accessible to those who do not live on campus. )
Meeting rooms: certain rooms are too congested
Classroom spaces preferably Smart Rooms with access to the projector: fear of student adopting a “classroom mode”
CAS Tutoring Spaces: availability