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What is Conservatory?
Conservatory is a progressive program of study for students interested in developing more advanced acting skills. The program emphasizes creative dramatic exploration and the development of ensemble performances. Placement is based on teacher recommendation or audition.
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ACT I: ACTING CONSERVATORY
3:30 PM
ACTING Conservatory Level 1
Director: Rachel Hutzenbiler
Director's Note:
What happens when videostreaming good guys, Russian bad guys, witches and wizards from the 1690's, and aliens with wings (who are DEFINITELY not faeries) all try to gain the same ingrediant for their own purposes? In this epic adventure, who will get that crystal? Over the course of this semester students collaborated on the development and editing of the script, explored their story through the use of tableau and three lined scenes, and honed their acting toolbox skills. I am so proud of each and every one of you! Take that stage and go get that crystal. Y'all are rockstars!
Cast:
Aliens with Wings
Evalina Baronas: Sparkle
Jin Or: Faerie
Percy Wetter Pierce: Twinkle
The Witches/ Wizards
Charlotte Bowen: Luna
Makayla Hansen: Elena
Jack Kenkel: Drake
Lucas Roschke: Dumbledore
The Good Guys
David Langlois: Ryan
Chuck Siegal: Joey
Paulina Siqueiros: Ellie
The Bad Guys
Milton Manley
Milton Manley: Doug
Jack Helm: Ivan
ACTING Conservatory Level 2
Director: Alexis Nomorosa
Director's Note:
Crash Island focuses on a group of children who crash land on an unknown island. They discover that this island is cursed, and the longer that they stay on island, the less chance they have of survival. This eclectic group of characters have to figure out a way to survive on this island. Some venture into the unknown elements of the island, and other stay on the shore waiting for help to arrive. Will the curse of the island cause them to meet their demise, or will they kill each other before the island can?
This semester, we focused on Commedia Dell'arte and polishing improvisational skills. Commedia Dell'arte is a type of theatre developed during the Italian Renaissance that primarily relies on stock characters to make the story effective. Therefore, this semester was particularly character focused; using improv games to enhance overall characterization skills to make the performance stronger overall. This style of comedy blended seamlessly with the students' vision: plane crash, curses, and chaos.
These young people have been working tirelessly to perfect their piece. This show definitely showcases their growth as performers, and I have enjoyed every second I've had teaching them! Break all the legs, guys. I am incredibly proud of you!
Cast:
Iris Beakley: Malayna
Juliet Dahlin: Toby Ide/Charlie Brooks
Jack Hillner: Carlstingion Markos IC/Remy Remington M
Teresa Hurlbut: Mime
Nora Mancuso: Phillipus Schwarzalder
Fiona Powell: Angel
Aden Wakefield: Korimoto
Acting Conservatory Level 3
Directors: Zoe Tyler & Giovanni Ferreira
Director's Note:
Crash Island focuses on a group of children who crash land on an unknown island. They discover that this island is cursed, and the longer that they stay on island, the less chance they have of survival. This eclectic group of characters have to figure out a way to survive on this island. Some venture into the unknown elements of the island, and other stay on the shore waiting for help to arrive. Will the curse of the island cause them to meet their demise, or will they kill each other before the island can?
This semester, we focused on Commedia Dell'arte and polishing improvisational skills. Commedia Dell'arte is a type of theatre developed during the Italian Renaissance that primarily relies on stock characters to make the story effective. Therefore, this semester was particularly character focused; using improv games to enhance overall characterization skills to make the performance stronger overall. This style of comedy blended seamlessly with the students' vision: plane crash, curses, and chaos.
These young people have been working tirelessly to perfect their piece. This show definitely showcases their growth as performers, and I have enjoyed every second I've had teaching them! Break all the legs, guys. I am incredibly proud of you!
Cast:
Aidan Porter: Zesty Barbie
Alex Thrash: Science Ken
Ashtyn Scheurmann: Parker
Ben Whitsett: Police Chief Aaron Trafalgar
Blayre Daugherty: Emo & Therapy Barbie
Caprica Shaw-Roach: Feminist Barbie
Davis Slominski: Agent Kanko
Dominique King: Beach Barbie
Emma Ells: Angel
Justin Santos: Creepy Ken
Kota Barboza: Roller Skate K-Pop Barbie
Megan Thrash: Nerdy Ken
Molly Curtis: Raquel
Noelle Linderer: Narrator Glagnalianash
Raleigh Dymek: Weird Barbie
Thomas Cox: Translator Ken
Vi Meier: Creepy Barbie
Zoey Payne: Fairy Princess Barbie “FP”
Conservatory Level 4&5
Director: Deatra Branston & Natalie Earley
Director's Note:
This story is written and performed by young artists who hold a passion for telling a story that relates to many. Your students have come together to create a piece that raises awareness for the mental struggles one may face in a dysfunctional family. Your student collaborated to shine a light on this issue in an environment that one might not expect. You never know what sur-pie-se is awaiting. We are beyond proud of you all! Now rock the stage and put on the best performance we know you can!
Cast:
Nina Daer: Max Carson
Alexandro Amarilla Wutich: Pie P.I.
Graeme Burnett: Narrator
Benjamin Altes: Greg
Alisa Fisk: Sasha
Samantha Seymore: Tasha
Nathan Richter: Craig
Josephine Tully: Everleygh
Milo Jenkins: Grandpa Bingus
Jack Schoenfeld: Therapist
ACT II: Musical Theatre Conservatory
7:30 PM
Musical Theatre Conservatory
Level 1 & 2
Level 1 & 2
Directors: Amanda Slade & Kyleigh Perales
Director's Note:
The Show Must Go On takes place on the Broadway stage in New York City. It is about the cast and crew of a broadway musical as they struggle to deal with the drama created backstage. If it wasn’t already stressful enough, someone in the theater has begun kidnapping and taking out several members of the cast and crew. But the show must go on so they band together to find the culprit while simultaneously putting on their musical and hope to succeed before the show is over. You see the cast and crew go through the social separation due to gossip and drama as they start to come closer together and treat everyone like family.
Throughout the course of the class, the students have been learning playwriting structure, singing techniques, dancing techniques, characterization, and theatre terminology. They have created their own characters and have spent the rehearsal process developing these characters on and off stage, as well as experiencing directing opportunities.
Having to learn musical theatre techniques in a short amount of time is not an easy task. But these kids have exceeded our expectations and have worked incredibly hard to showcase their piece. We wish them all of the luck as they show you The Show Must Go On!
Cast:
Level 1
Claire Cadillo-Hammond: Annie, Reporter Vanessa, Mrs Cortez (Director)
Gwenith Conn: Kinsly, Maddie Lee (Orchestra Pit Pianist)
Lily Huentelman: Cordelia Zeegibein
Kira Lee: Lyella
Eva Neureuther: Rose (Child Actor), Director Opal
Travis Valliere: Justin (Child Actor)
Level 2
Liam Carson: Blue (Child Actor)
Molly Dahlin: Suzy
Emilia Kirby: Sage Spice, Choreographer Victoria Greenwich
Scarlett Lugo: Froyo (Child Actor), Director Zoey
Ava Mason: Eve Vil
Grace Meaker: Lisbeth Coleman, Abigail Lee (Audience Member)
Alex Paquin: James Smith, Reporter Hugh Smith
Brooke Sahl: Gina Sellstrop, Amy Sanderson (Orchestra Pit Pianist)
Vlinder Wardenaar: Dinosaur Unicorn (Child Actor), Choreographer Ms Cam Oakes
Kira Warton: Maxwell
Musical Theatre Conservatory
Level 3
Level 3
Directors: Cam Oaks & Calli Rasmussen
Director's Note:
What happens when high school acquaintences are brought together after all these years? Everyone has their own unique story to tell. This semester Musical Theatre Level 3 has worked diligently to showcase multi-part vocal harmonies and advanced choreography skills. We are so excited to share the fruits of their labors with you tonight. Best wishes to our wonderful students, and BREAK A LEG!
Cast:
Ruby Banks: Jason
Nevie Davis: Scarlet
Millie Drake: Sally
El Hoyle Hill: Rachel-May
Maddie Lee: Griffin
Victoria Martin: Leana
Victoria Mullen: Jennifer
Finnegan Pendergast: Henry
Jack Reinhardt: Eddie
Calvin Sebold: Edwin
Solana Taribach: Azalea
Zoe Twist: Michelle
Iris Waibel: Eva
Belinda Wong: Clara
Musical Theatre Conservatory
Level 1 & 2
Level 1 & 2
Director: Rachel McCabe
Director's Note:
James Howe, author for young readers, once said “Banning books is just another form of bullying, It’s all about fear and assumption of power. The key is to address the fear, and deny the power”.Maybe it’s time to give the younger minds a little bit of that power. After all, Who better to teach us than the ones who are so eager to learn. Please enjoy the voices, hard work and imagination of Musical Theatre levels 4/5.
Cast:
Level 4
Maya Helm: Narrator
Anna Alvarenga: Darry, Atticus
Grace Brahs: Two-Bit
Marcela Tarango: Paul, Jem
Caroline Haller: Steve. Miss Stephanie
Alyza Gabbay: Soda, Scout
Oliver Pearson: Dally, Mr. Tate
Level 5
Vivian Paquet: Doctor, Miss Maudie
Onyx Schatz: Ponyboy
Special Thanks
Conservatory Families: thank you for the love and care you pour into making this special night happen. You are the true MVP's and your part in all of this has not gone unnoticed!
Gracie Ruiz: For the countless hours of work and attention put into making tonight a success
Dylan Prentis: For working on lighting and quite literally making our students shine
Steve & Dwayne: For all of the advice and support you bring to Academy.
Get your tickets for The YETi production of The Plot, Like Gravy, Thickens!
Ever want to commit a murder? This show follows the story of Walter, the playwright's alter ego, who narrates the show under the premise that he will tell the audience how he commits a murder. He introduces the audience to tyrannical millionaire Edward Worthington's relatives, business associates, and household staff, most of whom have reason to wish the man dead. Gathered on a stormy evening at Worthington Manor to celebrate Edward's fiftieth birthday, each person has a motive that is established when the lights go out and the mysterious murder occurs.
What's YETi?
Y.E.T.i (Youth Ensemble Theatre Inc.) is a theatre production ensemble created to give high school students the opportunity to take part in the full frontier of theatre. Founded in January of 2015, Y.E.T.i members manage everything from production and marketing, to fundraising and outreach. With the assistance of the resident Childsplay staff, these teens organize and execute all of the tasks of a professional theatre.
Each season (twice a year), ensemble members will work together select a production and then spend the semester creating the production from the ground up. From designing, to marketing, and from performing to casting, this production will truly be in the hands of the teen ensemble.