In addition to providing the Discovery Series for Young Audiences performances which reach over 40,000 children a year from 5 states, Theatre Bristol is proud to announce its continued efforts in working with children of our area by increased activities in our program The School of the Arts. Theatre Bristol is on a mission to increase awareness of the program and obtain funding to support our ongoing scholarship program to assist children otherwise unable to attend events.
Showbiz Saturdays
One of the more prominent parts of The School of the Arts is Showbiz Saturdays. Showbiz Saturdays is a day filled with excitement and new experiences. Youth learn about the many parts of the performing arts - dance, singing, painting, make-up and much more! Each session has diverse workshops that encourage children to explore new ideas and grow in self-confidence as they work with one another. Our talented instructors possess numerous talents in several arts areas that can boast of both good preparation and a wealth of experience in their respective fields.
These are thematic half-day or daylong sessions where youngsters explore theatre arts through classes and workshops. Call (423) 968-4977 for more information.
Summer Arts Camp 2008 Dates
Theatre of the Stars Summer 2008 Program
Award-winning Theatre Bristol (Appalachian Regional Theatre) will celebrate its 43rd year educating,
inspiring and entertaining children of all ages from throughout the Mountain Empire with an exciting and
innovative learning experience this summer under the auspices of its School of the Arts.
Youngsters will learn about different aspects of the performing arts from professional artists and teachers
affiliated with Theatre Bristol. The students will have the opportunity to learn “hands-on” what it takes to
put on an actual performance. The session will culminate in a performance at the Paramount Center for the Arts. Our mission at Theatre Bristol is to show young people how the arts affect their lives every day and to improve their self-esteem, interpersonal skills and - of course - their talent! So, don’t waste a second-enroll your child today for a great time!
Completed grades K-12
July 14 thru 18, 2008 from 9 am to 3:30 pm
Theatre Bristol proudly announces our Summer School of the Arts for 2008. This year’s theme will be Storybook Live! focusing on characters from children's literature. Students will learn acting skills as they take part in humorous and dramatic skits based on some of the greatest personalities that fiction has to offer. Combining art with acting, the students will learn costuming and stagecraft skills as they build their own costumes and props. The week will culminate in a performance at the Paramount Center for the Arts on Friday, July 18, Tunes at Noon Concert Series.
Storybook Live! is open to students who have completed Kindergarten thru 12th grade. The cost is $100 per student. The Cathy DeCaterina School of the Arts will run from July 14-18. Classes will be from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Students should bring a lunch and a snack will be provided. Students should wear closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops, clogs or crocs), for better movement.
Owing to the success of last year’s format, music and dance will be offered only to the students who wish to participate. Each child will have a chance to perform, however no child will be pressed to sing or dance if they do not feel strong in that category. Theatre Bristol’s mission is to educate and entertain and make both enjoyable.
A special stagecraft class will be added to the curriculum for students wishing to learn the behind-the-scenes aspects of theatre. This class will only be open to grades 8 and up and will only be offered if there are enough students enrolled.
About Theatre Bristol
Theatre Bristol is proud to carry on the tradition of arts education
that began with our founder, Cathy DeCaterina over 40 years ago.
Cathy was recently honored by the City of Bristol, Tennessee
and Bristol, Virginia when the month of May 2007 was proclaimed
Theatre Bristol Month. Cathy believes in arts education and
we know you do as well. In addition to our City acknowledgement
of Theatre Bristol and Cathy, the Governor of Tennessee declared
May as Children’s Theatre month in recognition for all of
the contributions Theatre Bristol has made to the citizens of
our region.
Award-winning Theatre Bristol (Appalachian
Regional Theatre) will celebrate its 43rd year educating, inspiring
and entertaining children of all ages from throughout the Mountain
Empire. Youngsters will learn about different aspects of the
performing arts from professional artists and teachers affiliated
with Theatre Bristol. The students will have the opportunity
to learn “hands-on” what it takes to put on an actual
performance. Our mission at Theatre Bristol is to show young
people how the arts affect their lives every day and to improve
their self-esteem, interpersonal skills and - of course - their
talent! So, don’t waste a second-enroll your child today
for a great time!
Reminder: Enrollment is
limited. A 50% deposit required on all enrollments, with balance
due 2 weeks before beginning of class. Make check payable to
Theatre Bristol and mail to Theatre Bristol, 512 State Street,
Bristol, TN 37620. Sorry, there are no refunds within 1 week
of the start of class. Questions? Call us at (423) 968-4977.
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Please bring a sack lunch to all sessions. Snacks provided.
Theatre Bristol educational activities are made possible in part by the generous support of The National Endowment for the Arts, The Massengill-DeFriece Foundation, Virginia Commission for the Arts, Tennessee Arts Commission, Rose Center, Johnson City Area Arts Council, City of Bristol, TN, City of Bristol, VA and foundations, corporations and individuals from throughout the region.
Enrollment is limited, so call Theatre Bristol now at 968-4977 and reserve your place!
Theatre Bristol
512 State Street
Bristol, Tennessee 37620
www.theatrebristol.org
Call
the Education Department at 423.968.4977 or email info@theatrebristol.org