Children's Theatre of Annapolis

IMPROV COMEDY Whose Laugh is it Anyway?
2023-10-19 16:30 - 2023-12-14 18:00 (America/New_York) | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
IMPROV COMEDY
Whose Laugh is it Anyway?
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, October 19-December 14, 2023. (No class on November 23.) Performance: 6:00 p.m.; December 14, 2023.
TUITION: $125 (with current annual registration)
TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon Productions
Your tuition includes:
Registration fee
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
Click here to register!

MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP - The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever
2023-10-18 17:30 - 2024-01-17 19:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever

Skyler is about to turn 12, and she’s planned the biggest celebration of the year. But in the middle of the party, something mysterious happens – all the adults suddenly vanish! Trapped in the backyard, the kids realize they must create a brand new society. However when they elect Skyler’s older brother, Charlie, as their ruler, things really begin to spin out of control. Eventually the kids learn a big lesson in responsibility, while Skyler and Charlie develop a greater respect for one another.
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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, October 18, 2023-January 17, 2024. (No class on: November 22, December 27.) Live performance: 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
TUITION: $235 (with current annual registration)
TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon Productions
Your tuition includes:
Registration fee
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 speciality costumes and accessories.
Click here to register!

CTA Halloween Extravaganza
2023-10-13 17:30 - 21:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
CTA is holding a family friendly halloween festival on Friday, October 13, 2023, featuring a haunted house, face painting, local vendors, live music and more!
Schedule of Events
5:30pm Paint your paper plate pumpkin & yard games
6pm Haunted House Opens
6:15pm Hula Competition & Zombie Freeze
6:30pm Live music Starts
6:45pm Wrap your mummy and mummy run
7:15pm Make your monster
7:25pm Monster mash
7:30om Monster Mash Pick up and haunted House break
7:45pm Eyeball spoon race
8pm Costume Parade
8:10pm Message from the president
8:15pm Pie Eating Contest
8:30pm Haunted House Re-Opens
8:45pm Dance Contest
9pm Raffle Numbers & Live Music Ends
Click here to buy tickets!

THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP: Homeschool Edition - Who Will be the Next North Pole Star?
2023-10-12 13:30 - 2023-12-21 15:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP: Homeschool Edition
Who Will be the Next North Pole Star?
By Alexi Alfieri
Searching for the next hit series, Mr. Jack Frost and his unenthused but efficient cameraman stop by the office of Jack’s old friend, Santa Claus. Jack is looking for his next potential star and plans to give that lucky person, elf, or reindeer their own television show! Jack is soon bombarded with would-be superstars: Mrs. Claus colorfully pitches a holiday home decorating show, the wardrobe elves try to find a good fit for their Project Runway-type series, the kitchen elves bake up a great idea for a cooking show, and Santa’s reindeer are ready to take the reins for their own version of Dancing with the Stars.
Alas, nothing sparks Jack’s frosty cold attitude. Just when it seems like he’s struck out, Jack comes up with an idea sure to warm everyone’s hearts!
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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 (Level: Beginner-Intermediate)
WHEN: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.; Thursdays, October 12-December 21, 2023. (No class on: November 23.) Live performance: 6:00 p.m.; Thursday, December 21, 2023.
TUITION: $235 (with current annual registration)
TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon Productions
Your tuition includes:
Registration fee
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 speciality costumes and accessories.
Click here to register!

MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP - The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever
2023-10-09 17:30 - 2024-01-15 21:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever

Skyler is about to turn 12, and she’s planned the biggest celebration of the year. But in the middle of the party, something mysterious happens – all the adults suddenly vanish! Trapped in the backyard, the kids realize they must create a brand new society. However when they elect Skyler’s older brother, Charlie, as their ruler, things really begin to spin out of control. Eventually the kids learn a big lesson in responsibility, while Skyler and Charlie develop a greater respect for one another.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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, October 9, 2023-January 15, 2024. (No class on: November 20, December 25, January 1.) Live performance: 7:30 p.m.; Monday, January 15, 2024.
TUITION: $360 (with current annual registration)
TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon Productions
Your tuition includes:
Registration fee
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 speciality costumes and accessories.
Click here to register!

William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream Auditions
2023-10-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Children’s Theatre of Annapolis What is Expected When You Audition?
A Midsummer Night’s Dream Audition Dates: Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun, Oct 8 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Callbacks: Mon, Oct 9 6-9 p.m. 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.
Auditions: Auditions are held at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Road, Annapolis, MD 21409. Actors should only come to one day of auditions. Actors should come at the beginning of the audition with completed audition registration forms. The forms are available here and at the audition. Audition forms require a parental signature before an actor can be cast in a show.
At the auditions, actors will be asked to perform a 1-2 minute Shakespeare monologue, participate in theatre exercises, and readings from the script. Please wear attire appropriate for movement. Dance shoes, character shoes, and sneakers are acceptable, but NO open-toed shoes, flip-flops, crocs, or bare feet are allowed. Shakespeare monologue: Please come to the audition with a 1-2 minute monologue from a Shakespearean play. This monologue does not have to be memorized, but the actor should be comfortable performing it. If you can come with it memorized, then that would be fantastic!!
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 still be cast even if not called back, and an actor may be called back but still not cast.
Time commitment: Participating in this 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.
For the parent of cast members, there is also a time commitment. As CTA is an all-volunteer organization, we rely upon parents to provide the much-needed support to make each production a success. A parent meeting will be held after the cast is selected where all job descriptions will be presented. Each parent is required to attend meetings, volunteer time to the production, and ensure that their child arrives at rehearsal prepared. This is a commitment each parent must make in supporting their child in the production. Please be sure you, as a parent, are also aware of the commitment to the production before your child auditions. Theatre is a cooperative effort and every part of the team is essential!
Important Dates Actors must be at all highlighted days Auditions: Sat, Oct 7 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun, Oct 8 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Callbacks: Mon, Oct 9 6-9 p.m. Rehearsals: Nov 12th (Tues/Thurs/Sun) *Fall Break Nov 19-26*Winter Break: Dec 25-Jan 1* Tech Week: Jan 28th (Sunday) – Feb 1st (Thursday) Performances: Feb 2 – 18 (president’s day Feb 19) School Performance: Feb 15, 2024 9:30am.
Click here to sign up to audition.
Click here for the audition form.

SOUND & LIGHTS Tech Workshop
2023-10-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Get an in-depth look at what it means to design lights and sound. Learn the terminology needed, get a close look at equipment, and learn how to run the sound and light boards, and spot lights. This is a perfect way to get some hands-on experience and ask any questions you may have to get you set up for volunteering for future productions.
NOTE: Students must dress appropriately. Shoes must be closed-toe and secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Bring a water bottle.
AGES: 16+ … YES! Adults may register too!
WHEN: 5:00-6:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 7, 2023
TUITION: FREE!
TEACHING ARTIST: Atticus Boidy, CTA Technical Director
Click here to register.

BACKSTAGE CREW Tech Workshop
2023-10-07 15:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Come learn what it means to work backstage crew. We will have volunteer actor’s perform a scene for us as we run tech for the scene. You will learn about setting up the stage, moving set pieces, what to do if a scene goes wrong and all the terminology + skills you will need to volunteer for an upcoming production.
NOTE: Students must dress appropriately. Shoes must be closed-toe and secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Bring a water bottle.
AGES: 12+ … YES! Adults may register too!
WHEN: 3:00-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, October 7, 2023
TUITION: FREE!
TEACHING ARTIST: Atticus Boidy, CTA Technical Director
Click here to register!

THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP - Who Will be the Next North Pole Star?
2023-10-03 16:30 - 2023-12-19 18:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
THEATRE PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
Who Will be the Next North Pole Star?
By Alexi Alfieri
Searching for the next hit series, Mr. Jack Frost and his unenthused but efficient cameraman stop by the office of Jack’s old friend, Santa Claus. Jack is looking for his next potential star and plans to give that lucky person, elf, or reindeer their own television show! Jack is soon bombarded with would-be superstars: Mrs. Claus colorfully pitches a holiday home decorating show, the wardrobe elves try to find a good fit for their Project Runway-type series, the kitchen elves bake up a great idea for a cooking show, and Santa’s reindeer are ready to take the reins for their own version of Dancing with the Stars.
Alas, nothing sparks Jack’s frosty cold attitude. Just when it seems like he’s struck out, Jack comes up with an idea sure to warm everyone’s hearts!
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
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, October 3-December 19, 2023. (No class on: October 31, November 21.) Live performance: 6:30 p.m.; Tuesday, December 19, 2023.
TUITION: $235 (with current annual registration)
TEACHING ARTIST: Tiffany Shannon Productions
Your tuition includes:
Registration fee
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.
Click here to register!

Audition Workshop
2023-09-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Elevate your acting audition technique and confidence. Get yourself audition-ready in this specialized workshop with one-on-one + group guidance from a local theatre professional.

Attain effective and confident audition techniques.
Get successful acting and audition skills and mindset.

NOTE:

Hair must be pulled back and out of the face.
Wear clothing appropriate for movement. Shoes should be either dance shoes or sneakers secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs.
Bring a refillable water bottle with your student’s name on it.

AGES: 10-18 (Level: Beginner-Advanced)
TUITION: $75.00 (with current annual registration)
WHEN: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 30, 2023
INSTRUCTORS: Jeff Miller
Click here to register!

UNDER THE SEA: School's Out Workshop
2023-09-25 09:00 - 16:00 | MD
No school? No worries! We’ve got you covered. In this Little Mermaid-themed, fun & imaginative workshop students will learn a song (vocals with light movement), play theatre games, acting, crafts, and more.
Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring a healthy lunch, two healthy snacks, and a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Appearance: Students must dress appropriately for movement. Shoes should be either 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.
AGES: 5-10 (Level: Beginner-Intermediate)
TUITION: $75.00 (with current annual registration)
WHEN: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Monday, September 25, 2023. Live performance: 4:00 p.m.
TEACHING ARTIST: Jason Kimmell (CTA’s Education Director) + CTA Seniors (Teaching Assistants)
Click here to register!

YOU ARE INVITED TO A OPEN HOUSE
2023-09-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Come see what CTA is all about! Get information about productions, education, volunteering, sponsorships and learn how you can get involved with CTA! Questions? Contact volunteers@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org.

Kids Cabaret—Session Four
2023-08-14 10:00 - 2023-08-18 15:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 8-11
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. August 14-18, 2023
Tuition: $270 (with current annual registration)

Register for Camp

Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Wee Kids Cabaret—Session Three
2023-08-07 10:00 - 2023-08-11 13:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 5-7
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. August 7-11, 2023
Tuition: $200 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Kids Cabaret—Session Three
2023-07-31 10:00 - 2023-08-04 15:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 8-11
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 31-August 4, 2023
Tuition: $270 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Nickelodeon's Spongebob the Musical: Youth Edition—Production Summer Camp
2023-07-31 09:00 - 2023-08-18 16:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!
The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau.
Ages: 12-18
Level: Intermediate-advanced
Time & Date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 31-August 18, 2023, plus two performances: 6:30 p.m. August 18 and 10 a.m. August 19
Tuition: $800 (with current annual registration)

Register for Camp

Artistic Staff

Director: Atticus Boidy
Music Director: Marie Harrison
Choreographer: Rebecca Vourvoulas

Details
CTA’s three-week production summer camps focus 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 theater games and exercises that will help fine-tune their skills including improvisation, music and dance. This all leads up to two public performances on our main stage.
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 $5.00/person.

**Students must be registered before June 1, 2023, to receive a complimentary T-shirt. All others may be purchased for an additional fee of $10.

Wee Kids Cabaret—Session Two
2023-07-24 10:00 - 2023-07-28 13:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 5-7
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. July 24-28, 2023
Tuition: $200 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Disney's The Little Mermaid Auditions
2023-07-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Audition Dates
Sat, 7/22/2023, 1-4pm
Sun, 7/23/2023, 1-4pm
Mon, 7/24/2023, 6-9pm
Callbacks, Tue, 7/25/2023 (TBA, likely around 6-9pm)
To Audition, Please…

Review Audition Expectations

Prepare 16-30 bars of music in the style of the show
Prepare a 1-minute monologue (Click here for monologue resources)
Wear appropriate attire for movement

Sign up for an audition time – Sign up coming soon.
Fill out and submit the audition registration form. Coming soon.
Review the character descriptions
All in-person auditioners need to 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. Auditioners should wear attire appropriate for movement. A leotard with skin color tights and biker shorts— if they have them and are comfortable wearing, are strongly encouraged (form-fitting clothes help to see the dancer’s full movement). All dance audition videos need to be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at executiveproducer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org regardless of date of in-person audition.

Audition Ages
12 to 18 (as of audition date; you must not have graduated from high school)
Artistic Staff
Director: Atticus Boidy
Music Director: Emily Sergo
Choreographer: Sierra Basilio

Kids Cabaret—Session Two
2023-07-17 10:00 - 2023-07-21 15:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 8-11
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 17-21, 2023
Tuition: $270 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Kids Cabaret—Session One
2023-07-10 10:00 - 2023-07-14 15:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 8-11
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 10-14, 2023
Tuition: $270 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

The Grunch—Production Summer Camp
2023-07-10 09:00 - 2023-07-28 16:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Inspired by “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” The Grunch tells the story of Rudy Grunch, a grumpy 6th grader who always feels like an outsider. When the entire school gets excited about the annual school musical, he comes up with a perfect plan to ruin it for everyone—he’ll steal the sets, costumes and lights the night before it opens. But will the spirit of theatre prevail?
Ages: 8-14
Level: Intermediate-advanced
Time & Date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 10-28, 2023, plus two performances: 6:30 p.m. July 28 and 10 a.m. July 29.
Tuition: $800 (with current annual registration)

Register for Camp

Artistic Staff

Director: Atticus Boidy
Music Director: Marie Harrison
Choreographer: Heather Harris

Details
CTA’s three-week production summer camps focus 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 theater games and exercises that will help fine-tune their skills including improvisation, music and dance. This all leads up to two public performances on our main stage.
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 $5.00/person.

**Students must be registered before June 1, 2023, to receive a complimentary T-shirt. All others may be purchased for an additional fee of $10.

Audition Workshop
2023-07-08 09:00 - 16:00 | MD
Elevate your acting, song, dance, audition technique and confidence. Get your audition material ready with this specialized workshop and one-on-one + group guidance from local theatre professionals.
* Attain effective and confident audition techniques
* Get successful acting and audition skills and mindset
* Learn how to sing, interpret, and prepare your song selection.
* Prepare for the dance component of an audition by learning a dance combination with feedback.
NOTE:
* Students must have 16-32 bars of two song selections prepared. Bring sheet music and/or a digital recording of the accompaniment music (no vocals on the track allowed) on your device.
* Hair must be pulled back and out of the face.
* Wear clothing appropriate for movement. Shoes must be dance shoes or closed-toe, secured (laces/velcro). No slip-on or open-toed shoes allowed.
* Bring a refillable water bottle with your student’s name on it.
* Bring a healthy lunch & snacks.
Ages: 12-18
Time & Date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 8, 2023
Tuition: $150 (with current annual registration)
Teaching Artists: Jeff Miller (acting), Marie Harrison (voice), Meridian Toalepai (dance)
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Teen Kids Cabaret
2023-06-26 10:00 - 2023-06-30 15:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented by Tiffany Shannon Productions
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! There is a free performance on the main stage for family and friends on the final day of camp.

Ages: 12-18
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 26-30, 2023
Tuition: $270 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

Wee Kids Cabaret—Session One
2023-06-19 10:00 - 2023-06-23 13:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Presented with Tiffany Shannon Productions
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.
Ages: 5-7
Time & Date: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 19-23, 2023
Tuition: $200 (with current annual registration)

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Artistic Staff

Tiffany Shannon Productions

The Diamond Ball
2023-06-03 19:00 - 22:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Diamonds & CTA are forever!We’re hosting The Diamond Ball for all CTA participants grades 9-12. Join us for dancing, a live DJ, selfie station, light refreshments, & karaoke.
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The Diamond Ball - Diamonds and CTA are forever!
2023-05-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
CTA will host our first annual Ball for CTA participants grades 10-12. Tickets include:

Live DJ
Light refreshments
Selfie station
Karaoke

WHEN: June 3, 2023 (7-10pm)
WHERE: Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Road, Annapolis, MD 21409
THEME: Diamonds
ATTIRE: Formal
TICKETS: $20/person
RSVP by May 20, 2023
LINK: https://cta.ticketleap.com/tdb23/

CTA Senior Breakfast
2023-05-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
CTA will celebrate your accomplishments and time spent with CTA. Please prepare a speech about what your time at CTA means to you, which will be followed by light breakfast refreshments. RSVP to aprilforrer@childrenstheatreofannapolis.org by April 27, 2023 to let us know if you will be there or not.
Also, invite your family and friends and share this free ticket link with them to let us know how many will be there to enjoy your speech. cta.ticketleap.com/2023-senior-breakfast/

Once Upon a Mattress
2023-05-05 - 2023-05-21 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up.

Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larkin and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.

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Shows
May 5-21, 2023

7 p.m. Fridays
11 a.m. & 4 p.m. Saturdays
2 p.m. Sundays
Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 11:00 am is our ASL/Sensory Performance

Artistic Staff

Director: Terry Bouma
Music Director: Terry Bouma
Choreographer: Rebecca Vourvoulas

SOUND & LIGHTS Tech Workshop - Free!
2023-04-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Get an in-depth look at what it means to design lights and sound. Learn the terminology needed, get a close look at equipment, and learn how to run the sound and light boards, and spot lights. This is a perfect way to get some hands-on experience and ask any questions you may have to get you set up for volunteering for future productions.
NOTE: Students must dress appropriately. Shoes must be closed-toe and secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Bring a water bottle.
AGES: 16+ (YES! Adults may register for this workshop too!)
WHEN: 3:00-4:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 22, 2023
TUITION: Free!
TEACHING ARTIST: Atticus Boidy
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BACKSTAGE CREW Tech Workshop - Free!
2023-04-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Children’s Theatre of Annapolis, 1661 Bay Head Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21409, United States
Come learn what it means to work backstage crew. We will have volunteer actor’s perform a scene for us as we run tech for the scene. You will learn about setting up the stage, moving set pieces, what to do if a scene goes wrong and all the terminology + skills you will need to volunteer for an upcoming production.
NOTE: Students must dress appropriately. Shoes must be closed-toe and secured with laces or velcro. No open-toe shoes, flip-flops, sandals, or crocs. Bring a water bottle.
AGES: 12+ (YES! Adults may register for this workshop too!)
WHEN: 1:00-2:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 22, 2023
TUITION: Free!
TEACHING ARTIST: Atticus Boidy
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