Grosse Pointe Theatre’s Youth on Stage

Grosse Pointe Theatre’s Youth on Stage

Spring Productionss:
“Sleeping Beauty” (Morning Session)
”Love For Three Oranges” (Afternoon Session)

Showcase Mar 31 – Apr 1 at 2pm

Grosse Pointe War Memorial

Youth on Stage (YOS) is an educational opportunity for young people to learn theatrical theory and procedures by participating in a live performance under the guidance of experienced and caring mentors.

YOS provides a safe, cooperative environment where boys and girls from ages eight to 14 can develop a positive self-image while learning various aspects of theatre including:

• Audition Preparation
• Rehearsal Process
• Acting Techniques
• Character Analysis and Improvisational Skills
• Speech Projection and Clarity
• Mental and Physical Preparation for Roles

Grosse Pointe Theatre’s Youth on Stage
Now Enrolling Young Actors, Grades 3-8 for 2011-2012

Executive Director Emmajean Evans is now taking registrations from interested young actors, grades 3 through 8 for the 2011 program. The registration fee is $150 for 13 class sessions and two performances. Enrollment in Youth on Stage requires that a parent or grandparent be a member of Grosse Pointe Theatre. The annual membership fee is $30. Grosse Pointe residency is NOT a requirement.

Enrollment is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. Youth on Stage classes fill quickly, so those interested should be registered as soon as possible. For more information or to obtain a registration form, click here: Youth on Stage Application…or:

• Phone the theatre’s ticket line at 313-881-4004 or
• Come to the Grosse Pointe Theatre office at 315 Fisher Road (near the corner of Maumee/Grosse Pointe Boulevard) between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Youth on Stage, . Two sessions will meet every Saturday, from 9:00 a.m.-Noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms. Plays selected have excellent parts for both boys and girls. Every young actor enrolled in Youth on Stage will perform in the play. Early session will produce “Sleeping Beauty” while the afternoon session will produce “Love for Three Oranges”.

Grosse Pointe Theatre’s Youth on Stage has been an annual offering to the community since 2001. The program teaches basic acting and performance techniques. Sessions are taught and directed by seasoned actors and directors from Grosse Pointe Theatre.

The program offers an opportunity for parents and older siblings to participate in the Youth on Stage shows by helping with sets, costumes, props, makeup and back stage crews.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT

GROSSE POINTE THEATRE
(313) 881-4004 or

Click here for a printable application.
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