CLEVELAND PUBLIC THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR CLEVELAND ACT NOW - FALL 2018 SESSION EIGHT-WEEK-LONG AUDITION-BASED YOUTH THEATRE PROGRAM * 10-14 years old * OCTOBER 13 - DECEMBER 8 * SATURDAYS, 10:00am-12:45pm * snacks are provided * classes take place at Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH 44102 * NO COST * TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION: Call Faye Hargate, Program Director, 216.631.2727 x207 AUDITION DATES Sat, September 29, 10-12noon Sun, September 30, 2:30-4:30pm Sat, October 6, 10-12noon ANNOUNCEMENT Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is proud to announce the launch of Cleveland Act Now youth theatre program onsite at CPT. The fall session is geared for youth ages 10-14 years old and the program is offered at no cost. Enrollment is by audition. There will be three open audition calls for participation in the program. Youth who have successfully participated in previous sessions are guaranteed placement in the program. All youth must participate in an audition to be eligible for the program. Enrollment is capped at 20 participants. WHO This program is for youth ages 10-14 years old who are interested in a creative theatre training that focuses on acting fundamentals, storytelling, and playwriting. The program has a priority to serve Cleveland residents, but youth who live outside of Cleveland are welcome to audition. WHAT Cleveland Act Now is a theatre training program for young artists that is fun and challenging. Youth will learn acting fundamentals and ensemble creation. The fall quarter is focused on vocal technique and text work. Under the dedicated guidance of CPT Teaching Artists, young artists hone their performing skills. This rigorous training also supports academic skills, interpersonal and personal skills, and helps to instill empathy and responsibility while building character and enhancing creative thinking. This program is offered at NO COST thanks to the support of the Cleveland Foundation and other generous supporters. **a legal guardian must be present for the audition** TO SCHEDULE YOUR AUDITION: CALL FAYE HARGATE, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, 216.631.2727 X207