Drama Program 2007-2008

DRAMA PROGRAM for GRADES 5-8
Express yourself! Improvise! Build your self confidence! Act out!

WHEN:

Tuesdays, October 16, 2007 - April 5, 2008

WHERE:

St. Matthew Auditorium

SCHEDULE:

• Oct. 16 to Dec. 18: 3:10-5:00 p.m.
• Jan. 8 to April 1: 3:10 - 6:00 p.m.* - (please note the additional hour)
• *During March, the leads will need come on Saturdays if needed, time slots - tba
• (No rehearsals during Conference Week, Winter Week and Christmas vacation)

MUSICAL:

INTO THE WOODS, JR. by Stephen Sondheim
Story involves a witch's curse on a man's family that can only be broken when he and his wife set off to search for the necessary items from 'into the woods'!

PERFORMANCE DATES

Fri. April 4; 7:00 pm and Sat. April 5 ; 2:00 pm

REGISTRATION:

30 spaces ONLY -filled FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
Deadline - Sept 30 (if the spots are not filled beforehand)

FEE:

$250; $50 deposit; with 2 stamped, self-addressed envelopes for tuition reminders $100 payments due Nov 14; and Jan. 15 (No refunds after Jan 15) Fee includes weekly professional acting and singing direction, libretto, cast shirt and rehearsal CD of the musical (Partial scholarships are available, as indicated on Registration Form)

Make checks payable to St. Matthew School --- Write Drama Program on check. Turn in form, check and envelopes to the office in Drama folder or give to Mrs. Barrett.

STUDENTS are expected to:

• be on time and present for each rehearsal. Absences affect the entire cast!
• be prepared for rehearsals! Know your lines, moves and music as assigned!
• demonstrate best behavior at each rehearsal. If not, termination will occur;

PARENTS, PLEASE NOTE:

• Mandatory meetings: October 5:00-5:45 pm and Jan. 22, 6:00-6:30 pm in Ward Hall;
• Volunteer for at least ONE job listed on the Registration Form;
• Provide a snack for 20 on your assigned day (tba) for one rehearsal; (water will be provided)
• Provide the costume for your child's part. Details will be given at the Oct. and Jan. meetings

DRAMA DIRECTOR:

Theresa Ames, directed last year's wonderful production of Pirates of Penzance, Jr.! She is returning this year and we're thrilled that she can join us!. She has also directed "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" and High School Musigal this summer for the Bay Area Entertainment Theatrical Company.

CHOREAGRAPHER:

Sandra Kurpjuweit; is a 4th grade teacher here at St. Matt's and choreagraphed our productions of "Music Man, Jr." and "Pirates of Penzance, Jr". She also likes to choreograph dances for musical events and liturgies. We are blessed!

VOCAL COACH:

Barbara Varian Barrett; is St. Matt's music teacher and choral director. She started Drama Club 12 years ago and has assisted with several productions here such : Oklahoma, Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, Fiddler on the Roof, Godspell, Jr., Music Man, Jr., Pirates of Penzance, Jr.

Click Here for the Drama Registration Form (pdf)

Questions? Contact Mrs. Barrett at (650) 343-1373 ext. 142 or send Mrs. Barrett an email.




The Pirates of Penzance, Jr., Spring 2007