Fall 2017 Class Brochure

Fall 2017 Class Brochure A Wrinkle In Time, Spring 2017

2 Character DEBUT (da'byoo) n. [FR. debuter, to play first, lead off] 1. A first appearance before the public, as of an actor. 2. The beginning of a career. -Webster's Dictionary Founded in 1991, Debut Theatre Company is committed to setting the standard for children s theatre. Based on a professional theatre troupe, Debut is the only hands-on, year-round, non-profit, troupe-structured, progressional children s theatre school in Colorado. The members are the actors, as well as participants in the design and construction of everything from posters to costumes to sets. Debut s members are Debut! Debut offers troupes, classes and workshops for a wide range of ages, talents and interest levels; each celebrates with a final performance in front of an audience. Members experience a variety of performance venues, including the Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre and Debut s own Black Box Theatre. Debut was formed both as an outlet for creative young people, as well as to provide theatre that could be enjoyed by the entire family. Theatre is more than just acting; the show becomes a team effort that the members can take pride in. Theatre, at its finest, is an enriching, educational and fulfilling experience for performer and audience alike. As young people experience the show from both sides of the footlights, we hope they will gain a further appreciation of theatre and how important their part in it is. That s what Debut is all about Inspiring young people, on stage, back stage and in the audience!

3 Selecting Your Troupe Our classes offer a range of acting adventures for ages 6 to 17, beginner to advanced. DTC thrives on the ideas and imagination of new members as much as the experience and dedication of current members. We look forward to seeing you! Classes are considered experience appropriate as follows: Beginner: Actors new to theatre or having minimal performing experience. Ages 6-8: Little Theatre Ages 8-10: First Stage Beginner/Intermediate: Actors with some on-stage performing experience & Debut students who are moving-up. Ages 11-14: Stage Two Intermediate: Previous show with Debut and/or some on-stage performing experience with a similar company. Ages 8-10: Pre-Ten-Ders Ages 11-14: Center Stage Intermediate/Advanced: Numerous on-stage experiences. Ages 11-15: World Stage Ages 13-17: Act Teen Advanced: For the actor who is dedicated to the serious commitment of theatre. By Reference or Audition Only. Ages 11-17: Debut Players

4 Little Theatre Ages: 6-8 Level: Beginner Tuition: $225 NOTE: Students must be able to read to be in this class as we work with scripted material. Do you love to pretend? Are you crazy for costumes? Through theatre games, dance, and acting exercises, you ll learn to let your creative side go! If you re ready to be a part of theatre, this is your class! Our final performance will be a short play. Students will learn: to use their imagination constructively to have confidence in their abilities to work as part of a team Ages: 6-8 Level: Beginner Time: Fridays 4:00 5:30 PM Class Size:10 Dates: Sept 1 Dec 20 (NO CLASS Nov 24) Performance: Wednesday, Dec 20 @ 6:30 pm Black Box Theater Instructor: Briana Sprecher-Kinneer

5 First StagE Ages: 8-10 Level: Beginner Tuition: $240 In this class you ll discover which direction is stage right and what to do when the director says cheat out. You ll learn how to use your voice, your face and your body to bring characters to life! We will perform a one-act play for family and friends as our final performance. Students will learn: the basics of acting the fundamentals of body movement, vocal control and theatre terminology to create a character and work in ensemble First Stage Time: Mondays 4:00 6:00 PM Dates: Aug 28 Dec 18 (NO CLASS Sept 4) Performance: Monday, Dec 18 @ 6:30 pm Black Box Theater Instructor: Robyn Cuthbertson Class Size: 12 First Stage² Time: Tuesdays 4:00 6:00 PM Dates: Sept 5 Dec 19 (NO CLASS Oct 31) Performance: Tuesday, Dec 19 @ 6:30 pm Black Box Theater Instructor: Briana Sprecher-Kinneer Class Size: 12

6 Pre-Ten-Ders Ages: 8-10 Level: Intermediate Tuition: $240 Experience through rehearsal, improvisation, theatre games and fun! Learn technical theatre hands on by designing and creating a full production. A continuing introduction for young, excited actors! Students will learn: the procedure for producing a play the aspects of technical theatre. what vital contributions each troupe member makes script and character interpretation Ages: 8-10 Level: Intermediate Time: Thursdays 4:00 6:00 PM Class Size: 15 Dates: Aug 17 Dec 7 (NO CLASS Nov 23) Performance: Thursday Dec 7 @ 7:00 pm Foothills Unitarian Church Instructor: Robyn Cuthbertson

7 Stage Two Ages: 11-14 Level: Beginner/Intermediate Tuition: $240 Acting isn t just performing, it s also immersing so fully into a character that you discover yourself while playing someone else. Through exercises and games you will learn the secrets of being a true performer Students will learn: to have confidence on stage to develop a believable character to interpret and appreciate a script to work within a troupe to enjoy performing for yourself and others Ages: 11-14 Level: Beginner/Intermediate Time: Tuesdays 6:00 8:00 PM Class Size: 15 Dates: Aug 22 Dec 5 (NO CLASS Oct 31) Performance: Tues. Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm Foothills Unitarian Church Instructor: Robyn Cuthbertson

8 Center Stage Ages: 11-14 Level: Intermediate Tuition: $240 Center Stage is for intermediate students age 11-14 who have completed Stage Two or similar training. Students will continue to hone their theatre skills with games, improvisation and more in-depth, hands-on technical training. Students will learn: to continue developing confidence on stage to develop a believable character to interpret and appreciate a script to work within a troupe to enjoy performing for yourself as well as others Ages: 11-14 Level: Intermediate Time: Thursdays 6:00 8:00 PM Class Size: 15 Dates: Aug 24 Dec 8 (NO CLASS Nov 23) Performance: Friday, Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm Foothills Unitarian Church Instructor: Dennis Bigelow

9 World Stage Ages: 11-15 Level: Intermediate/Advanced Tuition: $240 Being in plays from a variety of historical periods and different countries teaches new styles of acting and interpretation. Learn how historical periods influence theatrical style and develop characters through the study of culture and society. Students will learn: various acting styles and theatre genres throughout history to develop leadership skills through the many aspects of play production classical acting technique Ages: 11-15 Level: : Intermediate / Advanced Time: Mondays 6:00 8:00 PM Class Size:15 Dates: Aug 28 Dec 17 (NO CLASS Sept 4) Dress Rehearsal: Friday, Dec 15 @ TBA Performances: Saturday Dec 16 @ 6:30 pm Sunday Dec 17 @ 6:30 pm Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre Instructor: Robyn Cuthbertson

10 Act Teen Ages: 13-17 Level: Intermediate/Advanced Tuition: $240 With an emphasis on acting technique, explore depth of expression within dramatic material. For the experienced and focused theatre student who is invigorated by intensive explorations in contemporary drama and mature themes. Students will learn: to tap into sensory recall to create multi-dimensional characters, scenes and monologues to delve into our emotions and how they relate to the stage to discover playing the truth in a character, scene or play. Ages: 13-17 Level: Intermediate / Advanced Time: Tuesdays 6:15 8:15 p.m. Class Size: 15 Dates: Sept 5 Dec 17 (NO CLASS Oct 31) Dress Rehearsal: Friday, Dec 15 @ TBA Performances: Saturday Dec 16 @ 6:30 pm Sunday Dec 17 @ 6:30 pm Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre Instructor: Heath Howes & Sydney Parks-Smith

11 Debut Players Ages: 11-17 Level: Advanced Tuition: $330 Debut Players is the signature troupe of Debut Theatre Co., presenting public performances of classic literature. This troupe is for the experienced, confident and committed student. The Debut Players have already been selected for Fall 2017 A Wrinkle In Time Spring 2017 Ages: 11-17 Level: Advanced - by Audition only Ages: 11-17 Level: Advanced - by Audition only Rehearsal: July 24 Oct 21 Tech Week: Oct 2 5 Performances: Oct 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, & 21 Lincoln Center Magnolia Theatre Directors: Lee Osterhout-Kaplan & Gregg Osterhout

12 Registration Information OFFICE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY 1:00-4:00 PM 827 Riverside Ave. - 224-5774 - debut@frii.com - www.debuttheatre.org Registration begins immediately. Returning students are guaranteed space only through August 7 2017 and are encouraged to call the office for directors recommendations. New student registrations will be processed on a first come first served basis. We recommend all students register immediately, as we expect full enrollment. Students must pay full tuition buy the first day of class. Late payments will be assed a $20 late fee. 1. New families fill out registration completely and return with full payment. Returning Spring 2017 students may call in and reserve a spot. Registrations may be mailed or dropped by the office. Please use window slot to the right of the front door for after-hours registration. 2. Priority is given first to returning students to the same class, then to returning students to a different class and finally to new students. 3. Wait for an email confirming receipt of registration and class confirmation. First Stage, Pre-Ten-Ders, Stage Two, Center Stage, World Stage, & Act-Teen: $240*/paid-in-full Little Theatre: $225*/ paid-in-full Note: There are no refunds or pro-rations once classes have begun. Special circumstances will be addressed by the Board of Directors. *If two students from the same family enroll we will discount $10 on the second child. Note: Should need based pay arrangements or tuition assistance be required, please contact our office.

13 Fall 2017 Registration (Please - ONE registration form per student) Student Name(s): Preferred Name: Male/Female: Age: Date of Birth: (m/d/y) Grade: School: Home Phone #: Address: Family E-mail : Parent Name: Occupation: Parent Name: Occupation: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Emergency Contact (Other than parents REQUIRED) Name: Phone #: Physical or Mental Conditions we should be aware of: Previous experience: How did you hear about Debut? I am interested in the following class(es): Little Theatre Stage Two First Stage (Mon) Center Stage First Stage² (Tue) Pre-Ten-Ders World Stage Act Teen Full Tuition Enclosed ($240, except Little Theatre $225) I wish to make a donation with my tuition Please return this registration and a check to: Debut Theatre 827 Riverside Ave. Fort Collins, CO 80524

14 Join The MoD Squad This is your opportunity to become a member of one of the few theatre companies in the western United States that involve students directly in all aspects of the craft. This vibrant group of theatre supporters is essential to many of the accomplishments of Debut Theatre Company and provides assistance to all undertakings. Simply fill out the form below and show your support for youth theatre. We are a non-profit 501(c) (3) organization that receives no tax money or United Way funds. Make a donation and have your family or business recognized in writing at the October and May Debut Players programs at the Lincoln Center. Please mark your preference and enclose a separate check. Sponsorship levels: $25 $100 $500 $50 $300 $1000 I would like to help with special projects (Mending, moving, etc.) Name of patron to be listed (Business name or family): Again, thank you for your generosity! Debut s Tax ID# 84-1176103 The MoD Squad (Members of Debut) $300+ Paul & Amy Hach Denise Rogers & Glenn Pearson "Those Who Love Debut" Bryan & Amy Stump Brian & Lisa Fowler Kimberly & Brian Miller Ross and Jill Cunniff Robin & Brett Pavel Cathy Schutte $100+ An Anonymous Donor Cindy & Alan McGuire An Anonymous Donor* Elisabeth Aron Jillian & Patrick Harrison Dean Cunningham & Cori Hixon Robert & Anne Hudgens The Kaplan Family Megan Le Clair Laura MacWaters Jean Sanfacon Duane and Jan Sawyer $50+ Teresa & Roger Funke Julia & Mario Carmosino Mindy Miller An Anonymous Donor The Bachand Family Barb Bovberg Gregg & Stephanie Hoffman Logan McGuire* The Mills Family Mike & Rebecca Parish Adrienne Zoble Up to $50 The Goldman Family In Honor of Chelsey Fink* Christine & Christopher Yates Spring 2016 Debut Players* An Anonymous Donor Mitzi Davis Brittany & Scott Hapner In Honor of Christopher Mykles* Gregg Osterhout An Anonymous Donor Lydia Funke* The Kendrot Family Jennifer Miller Lori Selby Lisa Summers *Student or alumnus Business Supporters: Geosource Distributors Geyer and Associates Accounting ColorPro Printing, Kristin Tuckerflores Poudre Digital, Ross & Jill Cunniff

15 Motivation Arabian Nights: Spring 2012 As A Company We Believe... quality arises through pride of ownership and participation. theatre must be affordable and accessible to all. in our hallmark troupe structure. all aspects of theatre are best learned hands-on. in exposing families to classic stories with a timeless message. theatre builds character off the stage as well as on. young people are inspired by peer role models. in the benefits of teamwork within a cast and a company. in inspiring creative thought through inventiveness and imagination. in creating a family atmosphere with students learning from and feeling responsible toward one another. every child benefits from theatre training in countless ways. it s called putting on a PLAY for a reason. we serve a vital role by inspiring the next generation of artists and theatre-goers. a theatre company is a business and must stay within a budget. in utilizing volunteers and encouraging volunteerism. that just as an actor learns to focus on and listen to their inner voice so must a company.

16 Who s Who At Debut Lee Osterhout-Kaplan - Artistic Director, Debut Players A Debut founder, Lee has over 40 years of theatre experience. She has vocal, dance and theatre training from CSU, the DCPA & the National Theatre Conservatory. Her extensive work with children s theatre includes Small World Players and FC Children s Theatre. Gregg Osterhout - Technical Director A DTC founder, Gregg s behind the scenes expertise comes from over 100 shows over the last 22 years with local and regional theatre groups. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in film from CU and is a published children s playwright. Dennis Bigelow - Center Stage Dennis is a graduate of Webster University in Saint Louis, Missouri with a degree in music composition. He has had a lifetime passion for music, theatre and dance. For the past few years he has been using his talents on the radio, but he has now returned to his theatre roots.

17 Who s Who At Debut Heath Howes - Act Teen A Debut alumnus, Heath has 17 years of experience in theatre. He majored in Theatre Acting at UNC and studied at the New York School for Film and TV. He s performed with numerous theatres in Chicago and locally he has worked with Jester s, Carousel and Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre. Robyn Cuthbertson - Stage Two, First Stage, Pre-Ten-Ders, World Stage 15 years ago Robyn found DTC as a student - now she returns to Stage Two as their Director. Robyn s university training is from CSU and London with an emphasis in theatre education. Briana Sprecher-Kinneer - Little Theatre, First Stage2 Briana graduated from The University of Iowa and UNC with Bachelor degrees in Theatre and English. She has acted and stage managed with Riverside Theatre in Iowa City and OpenStage Theatre and Co. Briana has taught theatre at several front range public shcools, and her professional development has included attending workshops with The Alliance for Colorado Theatre and The Educational Theatre Association.