Eric Kempton

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Jamie Levine

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John Lyons

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Jenn Politte

Board Member

Kelly Rollison

Board Member

Dylan Roche

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Heather Bagnall/Maryland State Delegate For District 33C

Advisory Board Member

Natalie DeVries

Advisory Board Member

Tracy Rinehart

Advisory Board Member

LaVonne Taliaferro-Bunch

Advisory Board Member

Jim Tierney

Advisory Board Member

Beth Wilson

Advisory Board Member

April Forrer

Executive Director

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Jason Kimmell

Theatre Operations Manager & Education Director

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Atticus Boidy

Technical Director

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Georgia Johnson

Box Office Coordinator

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Capital Campaign

We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you about a significant new chapter in the life of Children’s Theatre of Annapolis. It is with great enthusiasm that we announce the public kickoff of our capital campaign, Growing Our Reach, dedicated to expanding CTA’s existing home as well as building a stronger arts community in Annapolis and the State of Maryland.

With the transformation of our existing annex into a state-of-the-art multipurpose arts center where students ages 5 -18 will learn dancing, acting and singing, CTA positions itself as a regional arts and culture leader. This campaign expands CTA’s campus to include two new classrooms as well as black box theater that will seat more than 75 patrons.

Growing CTA not only brings new life to our campus, but also gives us a thriving new space where we can broaden our programming to support a larger number of children from under-resourced communities. CTA plans to make this black box theater accessible for other community groups, as it will be the only one in the region that is available for general rental.

We are proud to announce that during Act I of the Growing Our Reach Campaign, we have already secured $800,000 of our $1,150,000 goal  from generous donors, the State of Maryland, and Anne Arundel County, who believe in our mission. This early momentum is a testament to the strong foundation we have and the collective commitment to our shared goals.

Our goal for Act II of this campaign is to raise $350,000 so that we can break ground this fall on the construction of this new facility and fully realize our potential by increasing and diversifying our program offerings to meet the needs of our community. 

This campaign is not just about raising funds; it’s about building a future where children like Abigail, who says, “Children’s Theatre of Annapolis has changed my life immensely. Acting and singing have always been a huge part of my life and CTA has given me a newfound confidence that I don’t believe I would have today if it weren’t for CTA,” can thrive at CTA.

Together, we can help our students achieve extraordinary things and give them a safe space to learn, explore, create, and express themselves. We invite you to join us in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity by making a generous gift to our Growing Our Reach Campaign. Help us bring this facility and vision to life. 

There are many ways to get involved and support CTA. For more information on supporting this campaign, including naming opportunities, please contact Executive Director, April Forrer, at aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org. To donate directly please click here or use the QR Code. 

We look forward to embarking on this exciting journey together.

How old does a child have to be to audition?

All shows are open to ages 8-18. Auditioners must be between those ages as of the audition date, as well as not yet have graduated from high school. Please check each individual auditioning notice for the audition age for each show.

Does my child need to have prior drama experience?

No! We welcome auditioners of all experience and skill levels.

Does it cost anything to audition for a show?

No, auditioning is free.

Does it cost anything to be in a show?

All cast members must pay CTA’s annual registration fee of $20, as well as a $150 production fee, which goes to support the show’s expenses. Scholarships are available for production fees. Please contact April Forrer at aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org.

How can I volunteer with CTA?

CTA is always looking for volunteers! For more information, visit the Volunteer section of the website. All volunteers age 18+ must pass a background check through Anne Arundel County Parks and Recreation.

Can I support CTA in another way?

You can also support CTA by making a donation, purchasing an advertisement in a show program, donating to and attending our annual fundraiser or sponsoring a show, season or event

2024 Scholarship Application Now Open.

Scholarship FAQ

Who Can Apply?

Graduating high school seniors may participate by submitting the application and any other supporting materials to the scholarship committee.

Requirements

• Must be a high school senior
• Submit a completed application, including transcripts or high school counselor signature.
  • The use of additional pages is accepted. Do not include personal resumes. Provide one (1) letter of recommendation from an adult individual associated with the performing arts. The recommendation CANNOT be from a relative of the applicant.
• Have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Plan to be involved in the performing arts at the college level. This includes both artistic and technical aspects of the performing arts.
  • Please note: This scholarship does not require the applicant to major in the performing arts in order to be eligible.
• Submit the completed application, essays, and letter of recommendation electronically to scholarships@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org by stated deadline of May 1, 2024. The winners will be announced at the Senior Red Carpet Event on June 22, 2024 (you do not have to be in attendance to win).

Please note: 

• To qualify for consideration of this scholarship, all criteria must be met and the information provided on the application must be complete.  This includes the verified GPA and a signature from a school counselor or a current official high school transcript.
• By submitting the application, the applicant acknowledges that he/she is no longer eligible to participate in CTA productions as a student performer as of the end of the current school year.

Who Makes the Decisions?

The CTA board establishes a scholarship committee annually for the purpose of grading and selecting prospective recipients. The scholarship committee is comprised of three CTA board members and three outside panelists. These non-CTA members are selected carefully, so they do not have any connection to the applicants.

How are the selections made?​

The applications are read and graded carefully using the following system:

• 30 points for contributions to CTA (both performing and technical)
• 15 points for other participation in performing arts (performing, technical or support role)
• 10 points for training in performing arts or a technical aspect of the arts (school, community, private)
• 10 points for special honors or awards (school or community)
• 5 points for other activities (not in the performing arts) that you have participated in during grade 9-12. (Community, church, school, sports, etc.)
• 15 points for a 200-word-or-less essay: How has CTA influenced who you are today?
• 15 points for a 200-word-or-less essay: How do you imagine the performing arts will continue to be a part of your future?

Total possible points = 100

Applicants must grade at 80 points or better to be considered for the award.

How much is rewarded? CTA will awards between one and three scholarships one for $1,500 and the others for $1,000. In the case of a point tie, the funds will be equally divided.

What happens if no one wins?

In the event that no applicant meets the required 80 points, the funds will be held for future years.