Parent Night 2009Wednesday September 30, 2009

Start at 7:00pm

Welcome

We would like to welcome to our home!

Crestwood Drama Club

The Crestwood High-school Drama Club strives to create a safe, educational and creative environment for all members interested in the arts. By teaching and participating in all aspects of the theatre, our organization strives to appreciate the many attributes of the theatre. We strive to allow students to express themselves creatively and grow as a member of the club while being a part of a close knit group. Our organization strives to give back to the community through performing, fundraising, and supporting the arts in our area.

Club Executive Board

Cayla Kolbusz, Director

Nick Beaven, Business Director

Laura Conte, Artistic Director

Ryan Wisnewski, Technical Director

Steve Haase, Master Builder

Nicki Wrobleski, House Manager

Gary Clayton, Choreographer

Robbie Walega, Set Building Asst.

Drama Club Officers

Diana Smoltz, PresidentAli Bazzi, Vice PresidentSamantha Hales, SecretaryMolly Jezske, Treasurer

Melina Sibinovski, Stage ManagerJad Alame, Clerk

Most information can be found in the production packet that was given to your student.

General Rule Highlights

No member can leave after a performance until the Director gives the all clear and all costumes and props are put back.

Dress Rehearsal is mandatory for all members. Failure to attend the entire time will result in you getting removed from the production.

Conflicts must be submitted using VSM.

Additional Rules Located in the Production Packet

What We Do

Fall Musical

Crestwood Talent Show

Student Showcase

Spring Straight Play

Drama Gives Back

We not only instill the theatrical teachings in your student but also the sense of giving back. We will always have a charity fundraiser during performances. Also throughout the year we will have opportunities for your student to volunteer and give back to the community.

Have an idea or question contact Nick Beaven, Business Director.

International Thespian Society

We belong to this international organization of theatrical organizations.

We are troupe #7737

Members who have been in for one year have the option of joining for a $25 induction fee.

Thespian Festival

Dearborn Area Theatre Association

We belong to a local organization called DATA.

They focus on theatre education and promoting healthy theatrical competition.

Many other adult/community groups but other scholastic groups include: DCHS, DHS, and EFHS.

They host the PAGE Awards. We have won multiple awards.

Financial Commitment

General Membership Fee $10.00*****

General T-shirt Fee $15.00

Production T-shirt Fee $15.00

Production Ads $20.00

Make-up Kit Fee $15.00 **** (Actors)

Tap Shoes/Misc. Costume and Props needs

Program ADs

Each member is required to collect $20.00 of Ads. These should NOT come out of your pocket!

-Family Members and friends!

We also have a sponsorship program through the PCDC

Time Commitment

Varies depending on your role in the production. We rehearse 3 to 4 days per week here in the auditorium. Though there are mandatory meetings through out the season it is very important to ensure your calendars are clear for the following dates.

November 30th through December 19th

Virtual Stage Manager will be your best friend!

Virtual Stage Manager

The best thing since sliced bread and the invention of chocolate.

Virtual Stage Manager

Online scheduling and automated messaging system.

It is based on the internet.

Allows students submit conflicts and see when they are required.

In the event practice is cancelled or an important announcement needs to be sent out students have the option of receiving a text message and/or an e-mail.

PCDC

parent

Patrons of the Crestwood Drama

ClubHelping Crestwood Theatre Thrive!

PCDC Executive Board

Nick Beaven, President

Dani Smith, Vice-President

Diane Ward- Treasurer

Kathy Gurtowsky- Secretary

Founded in 2008

Make up of alumni, parents/guardians, and community supporters.

Fundraise, control club finances, and assist in lobby during productions.

Meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm in the CHS Library.

Volunteer Oppurtunities

Sewer If you can sew costumes your expertise is

needed! This will require work during rehearsal, before/after rehearsal, and at home.

Dressers This position is needed during performances and

rehearsals.

Concession Donations Baking/Donating concession items for our

productions.

We are on the web!