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Children’s Theatre Troupe

The Arts Council mounts fully-staged musicals featuring young people from the Carroll County area. This program is broken down by age group to help young actors develop a better understanding of the theatre process and encourage a lifelong love of the performing arts. Scroll to the bottom of the page for more info.

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Fall 2021 Musical – Auditions coming soon

Performance opportunity for grades 6-8

Auditions:
Tuesday, August 31st at 4:30-7:00pm
Thursday, September 2nd at 4:30-6:30pm (Tentative Callbacks)

Performances:
Friday, November 5th at 7pm
Saturday, November 6th at 3pm & 7pm
Sunday, November 7th at 3pm

Show Description:

The Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series and pop culture phenomenon is now the basis for one of the most fun and easily mounted musicals ever to hit the stage, Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR.

A loose, revue-like structure allows for a great deal of flexibility in staging and cast size in this energetic musical, which follows Tom, a young schoolteacher, who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs as “Just a Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly” and “Conjunction Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to life.

Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

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Rehearsal Dates and Times:

September 14th – October 28th
Tuesdays and Thursdays  from 4:30pm – 6:30pm

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For questions about our Children’s Theatre Troupe or costume rental information, contact Lindsay Sier.

Lindsay SierTHEATRE COORDINATOR

Classes, workshops, and summer camps are also scheduled periodically for ages 2-18.

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Grades 3-5

In the spring the Arts Center produces a show for elementary school-aged actors in grades 3-5.

Cast members are introduced to theatrical terminology and drama games while creating an artistic performance. The music and choreography are simple but fun with opportunities to showcase specific talents. This is a fundamental introduction to performance in a supportive and positive environment.

Grades 6-8

The fall production is for middle school-aged actors in grades 6-8.

Actors are challenged more in this age group through character development, and levels of music and choreography varying from simple to complex. This program is an ambitious in-depth experience with a high production level.

High School Students

High school students interested in theatre can apply for volunteer crew positions with the Children’s Theatre Troupe. A limited number of positions are available for each production. These positions are voluntary but do count for community service or could be applicable for school credit depending on the school. Application forms will be linked below when available.