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November 1, 2023

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!

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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.

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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.

LINK: cta.ticketleap.com/tspmtspring24/

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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!

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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.

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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.

LINK: cta.ticketleap.com/tspmtspring242/

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THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP :: 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!

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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.

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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.

LINK: cta.ticketleap.com/tsptpwspring24/

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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.

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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.

LINK: cta.ticketleap.com/tsphsspring24/

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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

LINK: cta.ticketleap.com/tspicspring24/

DFC’s Holiday Cabaret with Santa!

September 27, 2023

Join CTA to celebrate the holiday season with Santa, festive songs, games and holiday snacks! Great for the whole family!

Click here for tickets!

CTA Halloween Extravaganza!

August 29, 2023

CTA Halloween Extravaganza

Congratulations to the Cast of Disney’s The Little Mermaid

July 31, 2023

CTA’s Cast List for Disney’s The Little Mermaid

Character         Name

Ariel                    Anna Porter

Prince Eric         Cole German

Flounder            Madi Ward

Scuttle             Teaghan McLaughlin

Sebastian         Jeremiah Gilbert

King Triton       Justin Porath

Ursula               Mia Rinehart

Flotsam            Israel Gilbert

Jetsam             Destiny Felder

Aquata/Maid/Princess Contestant      Cristal Santiago Velez

Andrina/Maid/Princess Contestant     Kayleigh Berkoski

Atina/Maid/Princess Contestant          Layla Bunch

Arista/Maid/Princess Contestant         Anya Lengbeyer

Adella/Maid/Princess Contestant         Morgan Kay

Allana/Maid/Princess Contestant        Grayce Wanner

Chef Louis / Pilot                                   Helena Gray

Grimsby                                                  Peter Cardillo

Windward                                               Ashley Earp

Leeward                                                  Teresa Kempton

Ensemble                                               Shawford Jackson

Ensemble                                               Brayden Mcdowell

Ensemble                                               Caden Schnabel

Ensemble                                               Caspaen Jackson

Ensemble                                               Sofia Moss

Ensemble                                               Teagan Yokanovich

Ensemble                                               Everly Hendricks

Own A Piece of CTA – Buy A Seat By October 1st!

July 28, 2023

SCAN THE QR CODE OR CLICK HERE TO BUY A SEAT!

Our beloved CTA Mainstage Theatre is undergoing some exciting renovations and we are launching a special campaign to improve our seating and maintain ADA compatibility.

Our goal is to raise $55,000 by October 1, 2023 and with your help we can do it!

We are asking theater lovers like you to participate in our “Have A Seat” initiative. By purchasing a theater seat, you will not only be supporting our theater but also leaving a lasting legacy for years to come. Your contribution will help ensure the comfort and enjoyment of fellow theatergoers, as well as future generations of theater enthusiasts.

Each theater seat purchased will be recognized with a personalized plaque, allowing you to commemorate a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or simply display your dedication to the arts. Moreover, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that your investment directly supports the local arts community and fosters a vibrant cultural environment in our town.

Here are the details of the “Have A Seat” campaign:

Cost per seat: $200

Purchase an entire row and you get one seat for free! 

Purchasing an entire shorter side row, get 50% off one seat in the row! 

Recognition: Each purchased seat will have a personalized plaque with your chosen name or dedication.

To secure your theater seat(s) or to get more information about the campaign, please visit our website or click here or reach out to me directly at aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org or 410-757-2281.

If you are unable to participate in the campaign at this time, we understand and appreciate any support you can offer, whether it’s sharing this initiative with your friends and family or attending our upcoming performances.

Thank you for your continued passion and support for the arts. Together, we can create a truly remarkable theater experience for everyone in our community!

Warmest regards,

April Forrer

Executive Director

Children’s Theatre of Annapolis

aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org

410-757-2281

SCAN THE QR CODE OR CLICK HERE TO BUY A SEAT!

What is Expected When You Audition?

June 17, 2023

Age requirements:
CTA makes every attempt to provide a fair and equal audition opportunity for all actors ages
12-18 (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).
Virtual Auditions:
Actors should sign up online for auditions and submit the audition form electronically through
the provided links on the website.
Virtual auditions are to be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Auditions for this
show require singing, acting, and dancing.
Virtual auditioners should prepare and record a video of a musical selection 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. Please choose a song from the musical theatre genre
(no pop/rock/etc.). In the video, please introduce yourself with your name, age, and the title of
your musical selection.
Virtual auditioners should prepare and record a video performing the provided choreography.
The video should show the auditioner performing in full length. In the video, please introduce
yourself with your name and age. The same expectations and requirements for clothing and shoes listed under in-person auditions should be reiterated for dance auditions.

Virtual auditioners should prepare and record a video performing the provided script sides. The
video should show the auditioner performing from waist up at a minimum. In the video, please
introduce yourself with your name, age, and the character you are portraying from the script
sides.

● No songs from the movie versions or stage versions of The Little Mermaid will
be accepted. If someone shows up with a Little Mermaid song, they will be asked to
sing something else.
● No a capella auditions will be accepted. Every person must come with a
backing/karaoke track (with no vocals) or the piano accompaniment music in the
correct key.
● No rap auditions will be accepted. Every person must come prepared with a song to
show their vocal range/ability. If someone shows up with a rap, they will be asked to
sing a song.

All virtual audition videos should be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at shows@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org.
In-person 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 and acting in-person, and virtual submission for
dancing.
Auditioners should come with sheet music, digital recording, or compact disc, as the
accompaniment of a song in the style of the show. Please prepare approximately 16-30 bars of
music. A piano accompanist will be provided.
● No songs from the movie versions or stage versions of The Little Mermaid will
be accepted. If someone shows up with a Little Mermaid song, they will be asked to
sing something else.
● No a capella auditions will be accepted. Every person must come with a
backing/karaoke track (with no vocals) or the piano accompaniment music in the
correct key.
● No rap auditions will be accepted. Every person must come prepared with a song to
show their vocal range/ability. If someone shows up with a rap, they will be asked to
sing a song.

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.
Auditioners will be asked to engage in warm-ups, script readings, or similar acting exercises, at
the director’s discretion. Actors should come prepared to engage in these acting exercises
during auditions.

Callbacks:
Callbacks for this production will be in-person.
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 ensemble?” 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.

Here is a list of the dates for this production:
Rehearsals: Start: Sun, Aug 6 (Tues/Thurs/Sun) [No rehearsal Sun, Sept. 3rd]
Sitz Probe: Tues, Oct 3 & Thurs, Oct 5 7-9 p.m.
Tech Week: Oct 15 (Sunday) – Oct 19 (Thursday)
Performances: Oct 20 – Nov 5
School Performance: Nov 2, 2023 at 9:30am

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!

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