Educational Event
-
-
Student Day 2019
Mark your calendars for Student Day 2019! Saturday, March 23 from 8:30 to 3:30 Join us for a FREE one-day Master Class in Acting, Playwriting or Photography. These creative workshops will be led by professional artists at Tao House, the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site in Danville, CA, home of Nobel Prize-winning playwright, Eugene O'Neill. Open…
-
-
Studio Retreat 2021
We are very excited to host Studio Retreat on site again! Join us for this FREE, TEN-DAY creative workshop led by Bay Area professionals at Tao House, Danville, home of Nobel Prize-winning playwright EUGENE O’NEILL. Dates: Wednesday, July 21 through Sunday, August 1 (with a 2-day break on Monday, July 26 and Tuesday, July 27.) More Info HERE To…
FREE -
-
Free Presentation: Survival of the Fittest: Eugene O’Neill’s “The First Man” and the Forces of Environment and Expectations
Museum of the San Ramon Valley 205 Railroad Ave., Danville, CA, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, January 14, 2023 for Beth Wynstra’s free presentation, “Survival of the Fittest: Eugene O’Neill’s The First Man and the Forces of Environment and Expectations,” go have a great dinner in downtown Danville and then come back and see a show! In her talk, Beth will explore the cultural context of O’Neill’s The First Man. Specifically,…
-
-
Studio Retreat Summer Workshop for Students
Tao HouseApplication deadline has been extended! Apply HERE Our FREE 10-day Studio Retreat in June is recognized as a distinctive educational program designed to provide a more thorough understanding of playwright Eugene O’Neill and his essential place in American drama while encouraging students to reach a new level of creativity within their own work. By collaborating with local…
-
-
“The Oresteia” and the roots of “Mourning Becomes Electra”
Virtual OfferingThe Education Committee of the Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House presents a free virtual discussion Sep 4th 7pm PT: The Oresteia and the Roots of Mourning Becomes Electra Please join us as Professor Emeritus of Classics, Mark Griffith, and Professor of English and Past President of the Eugene O'Neill Society, Katie Johnson, discuss O'Neill's…
Free -
-
Legends of Realism – A One-Act Showcase
Tao HouseJoin us for powerful storytelling and rich theatrical history where O'Neill's greatest works were created. 7:00 PM, May 10-11, 2025 Performances in the Old Barn at TAO HOUSE on May 10 & 11. (Performances at Las Positas College May 2, 3 & 4) About the Showcase: Las Positas College Theater Arts is proud to…
-
Writing Workshop: Writing What Really Matters
Favorite Storie Paperie 166 E. Prospect Ave., Danville, CA, United StatesTHE HEART OF BELONGING Writing What Really Matters A Fundraiser for the Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House $ 36.00 Wed 21 May (10:30AM - 12:00PM) Favorite Story Paperie 166 E Prospect Ave, Danville, CA (map it) REGISTER Join author, educator, and former poet laureate of San Ramon Kathy Moore for a workshop in learning and honing…
-
-
Studio Retreat Workshop for Students
Tao HouseStudio Retreat Workshop: Seeking to Belong Our FREE 10-day Studio Retreat every June is recognized as a distinctive educational program designed to provide a more thorough understanding of playwright Eugene O’Neill and his essential place in American drama while encouraging students to reach a new level of creativity within their own work. By collaborating…
-
-
“The Hairy Ape” Unpacked (Virtual Talk)
Virtual OfferingThe Hairy Ape Unpacked (Virtual Talk) Sep 3 (Wed, 5:00pm PT / 8:00 ET) Join scholars Beth Wynstra (Babson College) and Valerie Joyce (Villanova University) for a sneak peek of their upcoming scholar session to be presented this October in New Ross, Ireland. They will explore why The Hairy Ape still speaks to 21st century audiences,…
Free -
Secrets of O’Neill’s Danville, a Historic Walk
O'Neill Commemorative Park 403 Front Street, Danville, CA, United StatesSecrets of O’Neill’s Danville, A Historic Walk Sep 13 (Sat 10am) Eugene O’Neill Commemorative Park map it Free guided tour through old town Danville with local historians to discover the secrets of O’Neill’s Danville. Learn how the O’Neill’s shopped and lived local circa 1937–44. Accessible to all levels of walkers. No preregistration required.