It’s the holiday season! We closed out the fall with the inaugural Halloween Extravaganza and a beautiful, well-received Little Mermaid, then started the holiday season with the inaugural DFC’s Holiday Cabaret – even Santa could not stay away from CTA!
We are so excited to present ourA Midsummer Night’s Dream, opening February 2nd. Be prepared to be transported and immersed in magic and whimsy! This production is not to be missed.
Sixty-five years means it’s our Blue Sapphire anniversary. Celebrate with us on March 2nd, 2024, at the fantastic hotel, The Graduate. This is going to be an amazing event with food, drink, and entertainment. Keep your eyes and ears open for your invitation and information about this exciting event.
Our seat sale is still ongoing! Own a part of CTA with a seat naming opportunity. Pick your favorite seat and/or row and get your name on our new theatre seats. Questions? Want to buy your seat now? Contact our executive director, April Forrer, at aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org. Buy quickly! Installation to happen spring/summer of 2024!!
We love our surrounding and local community. We have more than 6,000 people come through our doors annually. With the annex build-out, this number will only increase! Sponsorship with CTA is a great idea for any local business or business that is child-focused. See the link below for sponsorship opportunities.
Finally, the holiday season is when we reflect on our loved ones, the cherished moments, and our higher callings. I cannot be more appreciative and honored to have your support – your support that brings joy to so many. Thank YOU.
Our family here at CTA wishes you and yours a wonderful, safe, healthy, and joyous holiday season and new year.
Age requirements: CTA makes every attempt to provide a fair and equal audition opportunity for all actors ages 8-14 (as of the audition date; must not have graduated from high school). No experience is required and selection is made entirely by the artistic staff and based solely on the performance that each auditioner presents on the day of auditions. Actors are cast based on their ability and suitability for the parts.
Volunteer requirement: If cast in the show, each actor will be REQUIRED to volunteer five (5) hours to a technical area (set construction, set decoration, costumes, props, lighting, and/or sound).
Auditions: Actors should sign up online for auditions and submit the audition form electronically through the provided links on the website. Actors should only sign up and attend one day of auditions.
Auditions are held at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Road, Annapolis, MD 21409. Auditions for this show require singing, acting, and dancing. Auditioners should come with sheet music, digital recording, or compact disc, as accompaniment of a song in the style of the show. Please prepare approximately 16-30 bars of music. No recorded music with vocals or a cappella singing is allowed. A piano accompanist will be provided.
Auditioners should wear attire appropriate for movement. Dance shoes, character shoes, and sneakers are acceptable. NO open toed shoes, flip flops, crocs, or bare feet are allowed. Dance auditions for this production are VIRTUAL. Please visit our website to view the dance audition. Record yourself performing the audition and email it to shows@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org
Callbacks: Some actors auditioning will be asked to return for a “callback,” that is, a second look. The called-back actors may be asked to do more extensive acting than in the first phase of auditions. Please remember that an actor may be cast even if not called back, and an actor may be called back but not cast. For example, an actor who only wants to play the lead role will not be cast if the director decides that someone else is more suitable for that role.
Ensemble: Yes or No? When you fill out the audition form for any CTA show you will come across the question, “Will you accept an ensemble role?” Please answer truthfully. Please only answer “Yes” if you truly intend to accept an ensemble role in the production. We understand that many people desire a lead role, however the ensemble is an integral part of every production. Participating in the ensemble gives every actor valuable experience. If you really feel that ensemble is not acceptable for you for this production, please answer “No” to the ensemble question. You will be given equal consideration for the specific roles you indicate on your form. Please remember that you have a better chance of getting cast if you are willing to accept any role or an ensemble part. The fewer roles you indicate that you will accept, the fewer the director’s options for casting you.
Time commitment: Participating in a production is a HUGE time commitment. Be sure you are prepared to commit to all rehearsals and mandatory dates before you audition. You will be asked to submit a list of all possible conflicts at the audition. If you have a definite conflict with any mandatory or tech rehearsal, you should not audition. Rehearsals are typically Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7-9 p.m., and Sunday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. Times and days change for tech rehearsals and shows.
Parent/Guardian Information: There is also a time commitment for parents/guardians. CTA is an all-volunteer organization that relies upon parents/guardians to provide the much-needed support to make each production a success.
Parents/guardians are required to attend meetings, volunteer time to the production, ensure that their actor arrives at rehearsal prepared, and provide costuming support. This is a commitment each parent/guardian must make in supporting their actor in the production. Please be sure you, as a parent/guardian, are also aware of the commitment to the production before your actor auditions. Theatre is a cooperative effort and every part of the team is essential!
Examples of the many areas needed for a production are as follows: ◦ Actor ◦ Tech Help ◦ Set Builder ◦ Make Up ◦ Director ◦ Back Stage Monitor ◦ Musician ◦ Stage Crew ◦ Costume Designer ◦ House Manager ◦ Box Office ◦ Light Designer ◦ Choreographer ◦ Props
No school? No worries! CTA has you covered! Why sit at home with nothing to do on your day off from school? Join us for a day of drama-themed fun! Students will work with a group acting scene, a song (vocals + light movement/choreography), theatre games, crafts, and a live performance at the end of day (free for family & friends.)
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to dress appropriately for movement. Wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
***************************************************** ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
***************************************************** CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and annual registration fee.
No school? No worries! CTA has you covered! Why sit at home with nothing to do on your day off from school? Join us for a day of drama-themed fun! Students will work with a group acting scene, a song (vocals + light movement/choreography), theatre games, crafts, and a live performance at the end of day (free for family & friends.)
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to dress appropriately for movement. Wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
***************************************************** ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
***************************************************** CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and annual registration fee.
No school? No worries! CTA has you covered! Why sit at home with nothing to do on your day off from school? Join us for a day of drama-themed fun! Students will work with a group acting scene, a song (vocals + light movement/choreography), theatre games, crafts, and a live performance at the end of day (free for family & friends.)
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to dress appropriately for movement. Wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
***************************************************** ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
***************************************************** CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and annual registration fee.
No school? No worries! CTA has you covered! Why sit at home with nothing to do on your day off from school? Join us for a day of drama-themed fun! Students will work with a group acting scene, a song (vocals + light movement/choreography), theatre games, crafts, and a live performance at the end of day (free for family & friends.)
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to dress appropriately for movement. Wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
***************************************************** ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
***************************************************** CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and annual registration fee.
What is Expected When You Audition for a Musical Production?
Age requirements:
CTA makes every attempt to provide a fair and equal audition opportunity for all actors ages 8-
12 (as of the audition date; must not have graduated from high school). No experience is
required and selection is made entirely by the artistic staff and based solely on the performance
that each auditioner presents on the day of auditions. Actors are cast based on their ability and
suitability for the parts.
Volunteer requirement:
If cast in the show, each actor will be REQUIRED to volunteer five (5) hours to a technical area
(set construction, set decoration, costumes, props, lighting, and/or sound).
Auditions:
Actors should sign up online for auditions and submit the audition form electronically through
the provided links on the website. Actors should only sign up and attend one day of auditions.
Auditions are held at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Road, Annapolis, MD
21409. Auditions for this show require singing, acting, and dancing.
Auditioners should come with sheet music, digital recording, or compact disc, as
accompaniment of a song in the style of the show. Please prepare approximately 16-30 bars of
music. No recorded music with vocals or a cappella singing is allowed. A piano accompanist
will be provided.
Auditioners should wear attire appropriate for movement. Dance shoes, character shoes, and
sneakers are acceptable. NO open toed shoes, flip flops, crocs, or bare feet are allowed.
Dance auditions for this production are VIRTUAL. Please visit our website to view the dance
audition. Record yourself performing the audition and email it to
shows@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org
Callbacks:
Some actors auditioning will be asked to return for a "callback," that is, a second look. The
called-back actors may be asked to do more extensive acting than in the first phase of
auditions. Please remember that an actor may be cast even if not called back, and an actor may
be called back but not cast. For example, an actor who only wants to play the lead role will not
be cast if the director decides that someone else is more suitable for that role.
Ensemble: Yes or No?
When you fill out the audition form for any CTA show you will come across the question, "Will
you accept an ensemble role?” Please answer truthfully. Please only answer "Yes" if you truly
intend to accept an ensemble role in the production.
We understand that many people desire a lead role, however the ensemble is an integral part
of every production. Participating in the ensemble gives every actor valuable experience. If you
really feel that ensemble is not acceptable for you for this production, please answer "No" to
the ensemble question. You will be given equal consideration for the specific roles you indicate
on your form. Please remember that you have a better chance of getting cast if you are willing
to accept any role or an ensemble part. The fewer roles you indicate that you will accept, the
fewer the director's options for casting you.
Time commitment:
Participating in a production is a HUGE time commitment. Be sure you are prepared to commit
to all rehearsals and mandatory dates before you audition. You will be asked to submit a list of
all possible conflicts at the audition. If you have a definite conflict with any mandatory or tech
rehearsal, you should not audition. Rehearsals are typically Tuesday and Thursday evenings
from 7-9 p.m., and Sunday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. Times and days change for tech rehearsals
and shows.
Parent/Guardian Information:
There is also a time commitment for parents/guardians. CTA is an all-volunteer organization
that relies upon parents/guardians to provide the much-needed support to make each
production a success.
Parents/guardians are required to attend meetings, volunteer time to the production, ensure
that their actor arrives to rehearsal prepared, and provide costuming support. This is a
commitment each parent/guardian must make in supporting their actor in the production.
Please be sure you, as a parent/guardian, are also aware of the commitment to the production
before your actor auditions. Theatre is a cooperative effort and every part of the team is
essential!
Being on stage can augment your child’s life in awesome ways. From mastering anxiety to empathy…quick thinking to soaring self-esteem. Your child is exposed to a whole new way of thinking and doing. Click the below link to read more.
Teen Kids Cabaret LINK: https://cta.ticketleap.com/tkc24/Students will have a blast in this week-long summer camp as they sing and dance to styles ranging from classic musical theatre to funky hip-hop. They’ll build confidence playing improv games, working on group acting scenes, and so much more! On the final day of camp, there is a live performance on the main stage, free for family and friends to attend!Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
This week-long summer camp focuses on singing, dancing and acting! Students will have a fun time as they sing, dance, play improv games, work on group acting scenes and so much more! There is a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of each camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
AGES: 8-11
TUITION: $300.00 (with current 2024/2025 Annual Registration) WHEN: July 8-12, 2024; 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon ProductionsANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
This week-long summer camp focuses on singing, dancing and acting! Students will have a fun time as they sing, dance, play improv games, work on group acting scenes and so much more! There is a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of each camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
AGES: 8-11
TUITION: $300.00 (with current 2024/2025 Annual Registration) WHEN: July 15-19, 2024; 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon ProductionsANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
This week-long summer camp focuses on singing, dancing and acting! Students will have a fun time as they sing, dance, play improv games, work on group acting scenes and so much more! There is a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of each camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
This week-long summer camp focuses on singing, dancing and acting! Students will have a fun time as they sing, dance, play improv games, work on group acting scenes and so much more! There is a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of each camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
In this week-long summer camp, your little performer will meet others with similar interests and build social skills through singing, dancing and acting out their favorite stories. They’ll gain insight on character development and movement skills. This camp concludes with a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of the camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Wee Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
In this week-long summer camp, your little performer will meet others with similar interests and build social skills through singing, dancing and acting out their favorite stories. They’ll gain insight on character development and movement skills. This camp concludes with a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of the camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Wee Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
In this week-long summer camp, your little performer will meet others with similar interests and build social skills through singing, dancing and acting out their favorite stories. They’ll gain insight on character development and movement skills. This camp concludes with a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of the camp session.
NOTE: Students may register for only one of the Wee Kids Cabaret sessions.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch each day and two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students are required to wear dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
Administrative fees
Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
Direction / instruction from a trained and experienced artistic team
Props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics and lights for final performance
5 days of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes / accessories.
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: Registration is required for all workshops. An Annual Registration Fee must be paid annually for students to participate in theatre arts education sessions. The Annual Registration Fee is $20 for one or more students per family and is valid from July 1 until June 30 annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
SYNOPSIS: Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life on stage! Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes all find their cliques. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.
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This three-week production summer camp focuses on the main elements of putting a production quickly. During our time together students will be put through placement auditions, casting, rehearsing, character development, working on sets, and more. In between rehearsals, campers will participate in team games and exercises that will help fine-tune their theatre skills including improvisation, music, and dance. This all leads up to two performances on our main stage.
CAMP INFO
Placement Auditions: Everyone who registers in this camp is guaranteed a role in the show. A placement audition will be held to figure out the best fit for everyone in the show based upon the Artistic Team’s decisions. Placement decisions will be based upon vocal, acting, and dance skills displayed during the process.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch + two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it. NO glass bottles.
Appearance: Students are required to wear black pants or shorts, a black top (t-shirt, leotard, or tank top), and black dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
One complimentary CTA production summer camp t-shirt*
Direction / instruction from a highly qualified artistic team
Production elements (script, access to digital recording or rehearsal tracks, props, specialty costumes…some basic costume pieces may be requested from home if necessary)
Pre-Show Pizza Dinner Party on the last Friday. We’ll provide pizza & bottled water for a team building dinner between the end of camp and the performance that evening.
Two complimentary performance tickets. Additional tickets available to purchase at $7.00/person.
*NOTE: Students must be registered before June 1st to receive a complimentary t-shirt. All others may be purchased for an additional fee of $15.00.
AGES: 8-14 LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced TUITION: $850.00 (with 2024/2025 Annual Registration) WHEN: July 8-26, 2024; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Monday-Friday) + 2 performances**
**PERFORMANCES: Friday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 27 at 10:00 a.m.
ARTISTIC TEAM
Director: Atticus Cooper Boidy
Choreographer: Heather Harris
Music Director: Marie Harrison
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
SYNOPSIS: Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show’s instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor, wit and sass — leaving audiences seeing pink!
Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle’s boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she’s not “serious” enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate, Emmett, and spunky hairdresser, Paulette, along the way, Elle finds that books and looks aren’t mutually exclusive. As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all.
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This three-week production summer camp focuses on the main elements of putting a production quickly. During our time together students will be put through placement auditions, casting, rehearsing, character development, working on sets, and more. In between rehearsals, campers will participate in team games and exercises that will help fine-tune their theatre skills including improvisation, music, and dance. This all leads up to two performances on our main stage.
CAMP INFO
Placement Auditions: Everyone who registers in this camp is guaranteed a role in the show. A placement audition will be held to figure out the best fit for everyone in the show based upon the Artistic Team’s decisions. Placement decisions will be based upon vocal, acting, and dance skills displayed during the process.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch + two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it. NO glass bottles.
Appearance: Students are required to wear black pants or shorts, a black top (t-shirt, leotard, or tank top), and black dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for dancing/movement. Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
One complimentary CTA production summer camp t-shirt*
Direction / instruction from a highly qualified artistic team
Production elements (script, access to digital recording or rehearsal tracks, props, specialty costumes…some basic costume pieces may be requested from home if necessary)
Pre-Show Pizza Dinner Party on the last Friday. We’ll provide pizza & bottled water for a team building dinner between the end of camp and the performance that evening.
Two complimentary performance tickets. Additional tickets available to purchase at $7.00/person.
*NOTE: Students must be registered before June 1st to receive a complimentary t-shirt. All others may be purchased for an additional fee of $15.00.
AGES: 12-18 LEVEL: Intermediate-Advanced TUITION: $850.00 (with 2024/2025 Annual Registration) WHEN: July 29-August 16, 2024; 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Monday-Friday) + 2 performances**
**PERFORMANCES: Friday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 17 at 10:00 a.m.
ARTISTIC TEAM
Director: TBA
Choreographer: Rebecca Vourvoulas
Music Director: Marie Harrison
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
This camp offers a hands-on study to students interested in the backstage world of theater. Led by our Technical Director, students will work on:
Scenic design (allocating set pieces, set construction, and painting),
Props (allocating & making if necessary),
Learning the basics of light and sound,
Learning the basics of stage crew & stage management.
Plus students will work jobs in the tech booths and/or backstage during tech rehearsals and two live performances.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch + two snacks each day. Bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it. NO glass bottles.
Appearance: Students are required to wear black pants or shorts, a black top (t-shirt, leotard, or tank top), and black shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Clothing must be appropriate for movement. (ex: carrying items, climbing, crawling, standing). Hair must be pulled back and away from the face.
Your tuition includes:
One complimentary CTA production summer camp t-shirt*
Direction / instruction from a highly qualified artistic team
Pre-Show Pizza Dinner Party on the last Friday. We’ll provide pizza & bottled water for a team building dinner with the production + stage & tech students between the end of camp and the performance that evening.
Two complimentary performance tickets. Additional tickets available to purchase at $7.00/person.
*NOTE: Students must be registered before June 1st to receive a complimentary t-shirt. All others may be purchased for an additional fee of $15.00.
AGES: 12-18 LEVEL: Beginner-Advanced TUITION: $560.00 (with current 2024/2025 Annual Registration) WHEN: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; August 5-16, 2024 (Monday-Friday) ** Plus two performances
**PERFORMANCES: 6:30 p.m.; Friday, August 16 + 10:00 a.m.; Saturday, August 17
TEACHING ARTIST: Atticus Cooper Boidy, CTA’s Technical Director
ANNUAL REGISTRATION POLICY: All participants must pay an annual registration fee ($20 for one or more students within the same family) to participate in a workshop/camp. Valid from July 1st through June 30th annually.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Minimum of 3 weeks prior to class: Full refund minus the annual registration fee.
2 weeks prior to class: Refund minus $75 administrative fee and $20 annual registration fee.
MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP :: Ages 7 – 18
Peter Pan A Musical Adventure
The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then one night after Nana has taken his shadow and Wendy has sewn it back on, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. All your favorite characters are there, including Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls!
Through theatre production workshops students gain experience and knowledge in acting techniques, improvisation, characterization, movement, props, scenery, and much more. These workshops conclude with a final performance on our main stage. In production workshops, teamwork is a major focus and all participants are guaranteed a role. We encourage students with all levels of experience to attend. * NOTE: Theatre Production Workshop show titles are subject to change due to cast size and requirements.
AGES: 7 – 18 WHEN: 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Mondays, February 19-May 13, 2024. Performance: 7:30 p.m.; May 13, 2024. No class on: March 25, 2024. TEACHING ARTIST: Miss Tiffany (Tiffany Shannon Productions)
Your tuition includes:
– Registration tuition
– Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
– CTA workshop t-shirt
– Direction / instruction from trained and experienced artistic team
– Sets, props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics, and lights for final performance
– 12 weeks / 2 hours per week of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
– Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes and accessories.
MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP :: Ages 7 – 13
Peter Pan A Musical Adventure
The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then one night after Nana has taken his shadow and Wendy has sewn it back on, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. All your favorite characters are there, including Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls!
Through theatre production workshops students gain experience and knowledge in acting techniques, improvisation, characterization, movement, props, scenery, and much more. These workshops conclude with a final performance on our main stage. In production workshops, teamwork is a major focus and all participants are guaranteed a role. We encourage students with all levels of experience to attend. * NOTE: Theatre Production Workshop show titles are subject to change due to cast size and requirements.
AGES: 7 – 13 WHEN: 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, February 21-May 15, 2024. Performance: 7:30 p.m.; May 15, 2024. No class on: March 27, 2024. TEACHING ARTIST: Miss Tiffany (Tiffany Shannon Productions)
Your tuition includes:
– Registration tuition
– Production materials (script & access to digital recording of rehearsal tracks)
– CTA workshop t-shirt
– Direction / instruction from trained and experienced artistic team
– Sets, props, sounds, performance music tracks, stage mics, and lights for final performance
– 12 weeks / 2 hours per week of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
– Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes and accessories.
The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then one night after Nana has taken his shadow and Wendy has sewn it back on, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. All your favorite characters are there, including Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls!
Through theatre production workshops students gain experience and knowledge in acting techniques, improvisation, characterization, movement, props, scenery, and much more. These workshops conclude with a final performance on our main stage. In production workshops, teamwork is a major focus and all participants are guaranteed a role. We encourage students with all levels of experience to attend. * NOTE: Theatre Production Workshop show titles are subject to change due to cast size and requirements.
AGES: 7 – 18 WHEN: 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.; Tuesdays, March 5-May 14, 2024. Performance: 6:30 p.m.; May 14, 2024. No class on: March 26, 2024.. TEACHING ARTIST: Miss Tiffany (Tiffany Shannon Productions)
Your tuition includes:
– Registration tuition
– Production script
– CTA workshop t-shirt
– Direction / instruction from trained and experienced artistic team
– Sets, props, sounds, stage mics, and lights for final performance
– 10 weeks / 2 hours per week of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
– Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes and accessories.
THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP **HOMESCHOOL EDITION** :: Ages 7 – 18
PAN!
Adapted by Craig Sodaro
The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then one night after Nana has taken his shadow and Wendy has sewn it back on, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. All your favorite characters are there, including Captain Hook and his pirate crew, Princess Tiger Lily and her tribe, and of course, the Lost Boys and Girls!
Through theatre production workshops students gain experience and knowledge in acting techniques, improvisation, characterization, movement, props, scenery, and much more. These workshops conclude with a final performance on our main stage. In production workshops, teamwork is a major focus and all participants are guaranteed a role. We encourage students with all levels of experience to attend. * NOTE: Theatre Production Workshop show titles are subject to change due to cast size and requirements.
AGES: 7 – 18 WHEN: 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Thursdays, March 7-May 16, 2024. Live performance: 6:00 p.m.; May 16, 2024. No class on: March 26, 2024. TEACHING ARTIST: Miss Tiffany (Tiffany Shannon Productions)
Your tuition includes:
– Registration tuition
– Production script
– CTA workshop t-shirt
– Direction / instruction from trained and experienced artistic team
– Sets, props, sounds, stage mics, and lights for final performance
– 10 weeks / 2 hours per week of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
– Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance NOTE: Individual costumes will be the responsibility of the actor. CTA will provide specialty costumes and accessories.
WHOSE LAUGH IS IT ANYWAY? (ages 9 – 18) Improv Comedy Workshop
They say laughter is the best medicine & this workshop will provide tons of it. Students will build confidence playing improv games, learning about comedy acting skills + timing, working on group acting scenes, and so much more! This workshop concludes with a free showcase performance for families and friends on CTA’s main stage!
This class is taught in the style of the television show “Whose Line is it Anyway?”
AGES: 9 – 18 WHEN: 4:30-6:00 p.m.; Thursdays, March 14-May 9, 2024. Performance: 6:00 p.m.; May 9, 2024. No class on March 28, 2024. TEACHING ARTIST: Miss Tiffany (Tiffany Shannon Productions)
Your tuition includes:
– Registration tuition
– CTA workshop t-shirt
– Direction / instruction from trained and experienced artistic team
– Props, stage mics, and lights for final performance
– 8 weeks / 90 minutes per week of instruction, dress rehearsal, and 1 live performance
– Complimentary admission for friends and family to attend the final performance
Opening on October 20th, we are so excited to present our season opener, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, opening on October 20th!! The talent on this stage is amazing. As you are transported Under the Sea, I know that it will take your breath away. This cast and production crew have worked so hard. Watching the rehearsal process has truly been a joy. As the cast put the show on its feet, the pride, the love, and the preparation shone.
On December 2nd, come join us for our first ever Holiday Cabaret! In honor of Darrell Conley, a beloved member of the CTA family, this promises to be a wonderful, joyful event. Come join us for entertainment, games, food, and a special visitor, Santa! Look out for more details!
Sixty-Five Years means it’s our Blue Sapphire anniversary. Celebrate with us on March 2nd, 2024, at the fantastic hotel, the Graduate. This is going to be an amazing event with food, drink, and entertainment! Keep your eyes and ears open for your invitation and information about this exciting event!
Our seat sale is still ongoing! Own a part of CTA with a seat naming opportunity! Pick your favorite seat and/or row and get your name on our new theatre seats. Questions? Want to buy your seat now? Contact our executive director, April Forrer, at aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org. Click here to buy quickly! Installation to happen spring/summer of 2024!!
Lastly, we love our surrounding and local community! We have over 6,000 people come through our doors annually. With the annex build-out, this number will only increase! Sponsorship with CTA is a great idea for any local business or business that is child-focused. Click here for sponsorship opportunities.
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