Kids Take The Stage – Registration Deadline

Announcing: Kids Take the Stage Summer Theatre Workshop
Presented by The Arts at CSL in partnership with the Youth Center at the Center for Spiritual Living

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 22

Workshop Dates: June 8 to June 20

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The Arts at CSL, in coordination with the Youth Center at the Center for Spiritual Living, is pleased to introduce a new artistic opportunity designed especially for young people. The Kids Take the Stage Summer Theatre Workshop is a two-week immersive program that invites children ages 8 to 17 to explore the magic of live musical theatre and the performing arts.

Featuring a Fully Staged Production of The Lion King, Jr.
The Arts at CSL has secured the rights to present Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. in a fully staged production on the main stage at the Center for Spiritual Living, located at 4849 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park.

This experience will culminate in two live performances, including an opening night on Friday and a Saturday matinee, giving families, friends, and the community the opportunity to celebrate the work and creativity of our young performers.

Workshop Overview:

• Over the course of two weeks, participants will:
• Build confidence, emotional expression, and stage presence
• Develop social skills and a sense of community
• Explore their individuality and creative voice
• Learn to focus energy toward shared artistic goals
• Sing, dance, and act in scenes from The Lion King, Jr.
• Play theatre games inspired by Viola Spolin
• Participate in creating costumes, props, and scenic elements
• Experience the full process of producing a live performance

This workshop provides a supportive environment where children can express themselves, discover new talents, and experience the joy of performing.

Dates and Details:

• Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 22
• Workshop Dates: June 8 to June 20
• Days: Monday through Friday
• Hours: 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM (includes a 30-minute break)

A minimum of 20 students is required for the production. If the minimum is not met, the workshop may be canceled and all payments returned.

Fee: $225 (all inclusive)
Parents receive two complimentary tickets to either performance. Additional tickets will be available for $25.

Performances of The Lion King, Jr.

• Friday, June 19 at 7:00 PM
• Saturday, June 20 at 2:00 PM

All sales are final. No refunds or credits will be issued for withdrawals or cancellations.

Meet the Director: William “Bill” Olson
Bill Olson brings a lifetime of professional theatre experience as an actor, director, designer, and stage manager. His background includes:

• Studies at the North Carolina School of the Arts
• Educational roles at both high school and college levels
• Managing in-school programming for the New York City Ballet
• Touring management with NETworks Tours, Cirque Productions, and Wolfgang Bocksch Concerts
• Seven seasons as resident production stage manager for the Caldwell Theatre
• Directing and scenic design for the Charlotte Players and Royal Palm Players
• Eight years directing and production managing a Southwest Florida children’s summer theatre camp

Bill brings a strong commitment to guiding and developing young performers.

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