Micro Theater: The art of creating engaging Short Plays

This dynamic master class explores the art of conceiving and creating a compelling micro theater play using various forms of inspiration. Participants will learn how to craft powerful narratives, develop engaging characters, and maximize emotional impact within a limited timeframe. Through interactive exercises, and hands-on writing challenges, attendees will leave with the tools to create their own micro theater piece, ready to captivate audiences in unconventional settings. Perfect for theater artists eager to push creative boundaries in a fast-paced theatrical format.

Micro-Teatro: El arte de crear obras cortas cautivadoras

About the instructor

ALEJANDRA RAMOS RIERA is a Puerto Rican published and award-winning playwright, actress, and director based in NYC. Winner of The Miranda Family Voces Latinx National Playwriting Competition (2020). Her published work includes her book En la azotea, 10 piezas cortas de teatro (Ed. Callejón 2016), Times of Fire (Vice Versa Magazine, 2020), among others. Recent playwriting credits: “Burned”(Pregones/PRTT); “Cuarto Adentro” (Regional Tour,); Off-Broadway: Malas Mañas (Repertorio Español, 2023). Co-founder and Artistic Director of former theater company Teatro la azotea, Inc., pioneers in bringing the concept of Micro-Theater to Puerto Rico. Ramos holds a B.A in Dance and Theater, from the University of Puerto Rico (Magna Cum Laude), and a M.A. in Scenic Arts from the University of Murcia, Spain. She has shared her expertise through teaching playwriting courses and workshops at various institutions including the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus (2017- 2018), Guttman Community College, CUNY (2019) among others. Additionally, she has been a Guest Speaker at Will & Merry University (2023), and Emory University (2021-2024). Currently serves as Artistic Associate of Pregones/PRTT., and it’s an active member of Latinx Playwrights Circle.

ALEJANDRA RAMOS RIERA, es dramaturga, actriz y directora puertorriqueña, radicada en Nueva York. Ganadora del premio “The Miranda Family Voces Latinx National Playwriting Competition” (2020). Cuenta con varias publicaciones entre ellas su libro “En la azotea, 10 piezas cortas de teatro” (Ed. Callejón, 2016), “Times of Fire” (*Vice Versa Magazine*, 2020), entre otras. Entre sus créditos recientes como dramaturga se encuentran: “Burned (Pregones/PRTT); “Cuarto Adentro* (Gira Regional); y Off-Broadway: “Malas Mañas” (Repertorio Español, 2023). Es cofundadora y de la compañía Teatro la azotea, Inc. Pioneros en llevar el concepto de Microteatro a Puerto Rico.  Ramos posee un B.A. en Danza y Teatro de la Universidad de Puerto Rico (Magna Cum Laude) y un M.A. en Artes Escénicas de la Universidad de Murcia, España. Ha compartido su experiencia impartiendo cursos y talleres de dramaturgia en diversas instituciones, incluyendo la Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Río Piedras (2017–2018) y Guttman Community College, CUNY (2019), entre otras. Además, ha sido conferencista invitada en Will & Merry University (2023) y en Emory University (2021–2024).  Actualmente, se desempeña como asociada artística en *Pregones/PRTT., y es miembro del Latinx Playwrights Circle. 

General Information and Requirements

• Date: Saturday March 29, 2025
• Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Place: HOLA (107 Suffolk St 3rd floor # 302). Participants also can connect to the class via Zoom
• Language: English and Spanish
• Duration: 2 hours, including a 30-minute Q&A session
• Arrival Time: Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the class. The class will begin promptly at the scheduled time.
• Attendance: Only register if you can commit to attending the entire class.
• Late Admission: No one will be admitted once the class has started.

Información importante general y requisitos

• Fecha: Sábado 29 de marzo de 2025
• Hora: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Lugar: HOLA (107 Suffolk St 3rd floor # 302). Los participantes pueden también conectarse a la clase via Zoom
• Idioma: Inglés y Español
• Duración: 2 horas, incluyendo una sesión de preguntas y respuestas de 30 minutos
• Hora de llegada: Por favor, llegue 15 minutos antes del inicio de la clase. La clase comenzará puntualmente a la hora programada.
• Asistencia: Inscríbase únicamente si puede comprometerse a asistir durante toda la clase.
• Admisión tardía: No se permitirá la entrada una vez que la clase haya comenzado.

About HOLA Master Classes series:

HOLA Master Classes present exclusive opportunities for participants to learn from seasoned industry professionals in theater, film, television, streaming media, and voice-overs. Each immersive session delves into the nuances of the craft, guided by the expertise of distinguished instructors who have made their mark across stages, screens, and professional recording environments worldwide. Through focused instruction and practical exercises, aspiring talents hone their skills, receiving personalized feedback and insights that fuel their artistic growth.

HOLA Master Classes take place once a month and are offered at an affordable rate for the broader community—and they’re completely free for HOLA members.

HOLA y sus clases magistrales:

Las HOLA Master Classes presentan oportunidades exclusivas para que los participantes aprendan de profesionales experimentados en teatro, cine, televisión, medios de streaming y locución. Cada sesión inmersiva profundiza en los matices de cada disciplina, guiada por la experiencia de distinguidos instructores que han dejado su huella en escenarios, pantallas y entornos de grabación profesionales de todo el mundo. A través de instrucción enfocada y ejercicios prácticos, los talentos en ascenso perfeccionan sus habilidades, recibiendo retroalimentación personalizada y conocimientos que impulsan su crecimiento artístico.

Estas clases magistrales se realizan una vez al mes y se ofrecen a un precio asequible para la comunidad en general, además de ser completamente gratuitas para los miembros de HOLA.

Cancellation Policy:

• This complimentary offer for HOLA members is subject to limited availability. We ask that you register only if you can attend the entire event.
• In the event that you need to cancel your reservation, we kindly ask for your prompt notification with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Please send an email to inform us of your cancellation at education@holaofficial.org.
• Failure to provide timely notice or being a no-show will result in a 3-month restriction from participating in HOLA programming, starting from the event date.
• To register for events during the restriction period, a $35 penalty fee will be required to waive the restriction.

Política de cancelación:

• Esta oferta gratuita para los miembros de HOLA cuenta con plazas limitadas, por lo que les pedimos amablemente que se inscriban únicamente si están seguros de poder asistir al evento completo.
• Si necesitan cancelar, les solicitamos que nos notifiquen con al menos 24 horas de antelación enviando un correo electrónico a education@holaofficial.org
• La falta de notificación para cancelar dentro del plazo especificado o la inasistencia resultará en una restricción de 3 meses para participar en las actividades de HOLA.
• Si desea registrarse en eventos durante su período de restricción, tendrá que pagar una tarifa de penalización de $35 para evitar la restricción.

This program is made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, as well as by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Miranda Family Fund, Radio Drama Network, and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund for their private contributions to our 2024-2025 programming, fostering Hispanic and Latin artists who enrich our culture.