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Cleveland Act Now (CAN) Academy

After-School In-Person Course

Not Ya Granny’s Classical Theatre– SENIORS

For youth ages 11-14 years old

9-week course on-site at CPT

December 10, 2024* – February 20, 2025

Tuesdays and Thursdays

4:30pm-6:00pm

FREE

*No classes from December 23- January 3, 2025; Session reconvenes on January 7, 2025

Application Deadline: Friday, November 29, 2024

WHO

For youth ages 11-14 years old. CAN Academy programming is open to the public.

Non-Cleveland residents are welcome to apply. However, Cleveland Public Theatre has a priority in engaging Cleveland residents.

APPLICATION FORM

https://forms.gle/XJoSE9YZpnNQ9p9PA

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Enrollment is capped at 14 young artists.

WHAT

Not Ya Granny’s Classical Theatre is an in-person, after-school theatre program where youth will unpack themes derived from classical theatre and use them to create their own adaptations. We’ll explore the storytelling present in everything from stage combat to improvisation and game shows. This session provides a platform for youth to build confidence in imaginative exploration and collaborative storytelling skills. After creating original adaptations, the youth will learn fundamental acting skills and apply them in a culminated in-person showcase of the young artists’ original work. CAN Academy improves academic skills, instills empathy and responsibility, builds character, and enhances creative thinking.

This program is offered at NO COST, thanks to the Cleveland Foundation. All classes are in person on-site at Cleveland Public Theatre.

CONTACT/QUESTIONS

Please connect with Zyrece Montgomery, CAN Academy Teaching Artist and Site Coordinator, via email or phone with questions. | zmontgomery@cptonline.org or 440.429.5752 (work cell)