Virtual Workshops allow young artists in North Carolina and beyond to connect with industry professionals from across the country. By inviting families to donate-what-they-can, Flat Rock Playhouse hopes to increase access to arts education while also supporting the time and talents of each guest artist and the continued education initiatives of Studio 52. Since Flat Rock Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit professional theatre, all donations above the suggested amount are tax-deductible. 

Learn more about upcoming workshops below and register today to reserve your spot. 
Questions? Check out our FAQs page or email AnnaK@flatrockplayhouse.org. 

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Who Tells Your Story?
A Song Study with Hamilton's Fergie L. Philippe

Learn about musical theatre song interpretation from Broadway’s Fergie L. Philippe, the actor who most recently starred as Hercules Mulligan in Hamilton! In an engaging virtual master class that integrates acting, singing, and storytelling, Fergie will highlight the power of each actor’s unique perspective, outline his approach to song interpretation, provide feedback and coaching on a select number of student performances, and connect with young artists in an exclusive Q&A. Young artists should bring a notebook and a pencil, questions for Fergie, and enthusiasm for musical theatre.

Saturday, December 5
11 AM - 1 PM EST 
Recommended for ages 12 - 18
Live Zoom Class
​Suggested donation of $25
(​Minimum donation of $5)

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About Fergie... ​

Fergie (Born Ferginho Philippe-Auguste) originally hails from Miami, Florida. Fergie Philippe is currently playing the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in the musical Hamilton on Broadway. Other Credits include the National Tour of Hamilton (Mulligan/Madison, Philip Tour). Regional: Ragtime (Coalhouse, Playmaker’s Rep Theatre), Twelfth Night (Orsino, Arkansas Shakes), Parade (Conley, MGR Playhouse), Violet (Flick, Heritage Theatre Festival) and Jesus Christ Superstar (Muny). He attended Elon University, obtaining a BFA in Music Theatre. Fergie also is a puppeteer and writer, dabbling mostly in screenwriting and poetry and hopes to soon produce his own works with his newly created production company “Et Toi Productions”. He also takes an interest in photography and music. 

Notes about virtual learning... 

• All virtual workshops are held on Zoom with a private link and password.
• A few days before the workshop, participating students will receive an email with the link and password. 
• Two Studio 52 faculty members will be present at all times during virtual classes. 
• Workshops are recorded for archival purposes. 
• Please make sure we have an accurate email address on file. ​