Performing Arts increase the opportunity for learning through:

● communication and expression,leading to improved self-esteem

● teamwork● developing both sides of the brain● thinking outside the box● increasing problem-solving techniques

Why are Performing Arts important?

VENICE THEATRE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH DEPARTMENT STAFFSANDY DAVISSON, Director

CANDACE ARTIM, Assistant DirectorBRAD WAGES, Lead Staff Instructor

RONALD MYROUP, Playwright in Residence/Staff InstructorKRISTOFER GEDDIE, Director of Diversity

Learning is a process; it never ends.Such is the approach for Venice Theatre’s

education programs. We offer a “no shortcuts,”high-quality theatre training program with top-notch, caring instructors. We also offer classesthat are fun for all involved.Graduates of our program—now more than a

decade in progress—are currently enrolled inprestigious theatre schools such as The NewSchool in New York, and University of the Arts in Philadelphia.They are also teachers, medical students, working actors,theatre technicians and emerging writers. And, each one willtell you that Venice Theatre camps and classes afforded themsome of the most fun they’ve ever had.Whatever career young people pursue as adults, they will be

more successful as a result of our arts education programs. Theywill be more creative, more disciplined, more conscien-tious…and more fun to be around.Be a part of the process. It never ends.

Murray ChaseExecutive/Artistic Director

Sandy DavissonDirector of Education/Outreach

Sandy received an M.F.A. in Theatre History and Criticism from State Uni-versity of New York and an MFA in Directing at FAU. She finds great joyin watching the students grow in confidence and communication as theymove through the classes at VT.

Ron MyroupPlaywright-in-residence/Staff InstructorStaff teacher Ron is a former professional child actor. This gives him aunique advantage in teaching your children. As Venice Theatre’s playwright-in-residence, Ron writes short skits and plays tailored to your child’s needs.With degrees in Communication and Literature, and a minor in World History,Ron is able to teach more than just the basics of acting, improvisation andwriting.

MEET OURSTAFF & INSTRUCTORS

Candace ArtimAssistant Director of Education/OutreachShe is administrator for all of the theatre classes and teaches students ingrades 6-8, teens and adults. She holds a B.A. in theatre from the Univer-sity of South Florida. Candace began teaching acting in 2001 at BookerHigh’s Center for the Performing Arts. Her expertise lies within bringing thecharacter to life through the actor.

Brad WagesLead Instructor

An award-winning actor, director and choreographer, Brad's work has beenseen across the United States and Canada. He holds a B.F.A. from the Uni-versity of Oklahoma and served as assistant director to Broadway directorsFran Soeder and Joe Layton. He has been seen in a number of nationaltheatre tours and national commercials. He is thrilled to call Venice Theatre“home” and to have the privilege of guiding the next generation of youngactors to the stage.

Kristofer GeddieDirector of Diversity/Staff InstructorA North Carolina native, Kris came to Venice Theatre via New York to play“Coalhouse Walker” in Ragtime and never left. He holds a B.F.A. in MusicalTheatre from Mars Hill College, and has performed with various theatresand cruise ships worldwide. He is VT’s education liason for area schoolsand organizations.

Amy BlakeCreative Play for K-1A tap dancer with the Silver Foxes, Amy has been a fixture at Venice Theatrefor many years. She has been involved with Troupe in the Trunk for severalyears to bring the experience of live theatre to pre-school and elementarystudents. She is VT’s K-5 Beginning Theatre instructor.

Becky HolahanBeginning TheatreBecky is the director of the Venice Theatre’s Loveland Follies, an actor andchoreographer. She taught Creative Dramatics for many years at VT, andhas been teaching dance for decades. She is a NIA fitness instructor andAgeless Grace Educator.

John AndzulisTechnical Director

John is VT’s own Technical Director who graduated with a BA fromLycombing College as a Technical Theatre major. He was the assistant TDat Bucknell University and has designed and performed for the EmeraldCity Children’s Troupe in Willimasport, PA.

Tarah HartIntermediate Acting

Tarah grew up in Venice Theatre's education program and has spent timeboth onstage and backstage. After receiving her Elementary Educationdegree from the University of Central Florida, Tarah returned to the Venicearea. She is currently a first grade teacher at a charter school in Sarasota.

Peter MadpakVocal Ensemble

A New Jersey native, Peter has been a Music Director and Vocal Coachsince 1991. He is the Organist/Choirmaster at St. Mark’s Episcopal Churchin Venice, and created the St. John’s UMC Community Playhouse, Hazlet,NJ in 2005. He also served on the faculty of the Count Basie Theatre, Red-bank, NJ as well as many community and professional choral ensembles.

Gladys M. VargaGrade 2/Creative DramaticsGladys is a master story teller. She is a University of Cincinnati graduate witha BA in English Literature and Library Science. Her passion for story tellingexpanded to include creative drama and teaching programs. She has beena teaching artist for Arts Councils in Hillsborough, Sarasota, Manatee, andCharlotte counties, as well as for the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs.

Kelly WoodlandCollege Audition Prep/Directing

A fifth-generation Floridian, Kelly is an actor, award-winning director andteacher who holds degrees in acting and directing from Florida StateUniversity. She has directed at the Island Players, for Random Acts GuerillaTheatre and at State College of Florida, as well as Venice Theatre. Kellyteaches at Lincoln Middle School.

Did You Know?

The Silver FoxesVenice Theatre’s seniors entertain audiences throughout the community with music, dance andcomedy. They also present their annual variety show every spring. Come see all the fun ofThe Silver Foxes Follies March 19 - 23, 2014.

TheLovelandPlayers

Venice Theatre’s partnership withThe Loveland Center has provento produce the best shows intown. Adults with developmentalchallenges stage a delightfullyfun show for all. Don’t missThe 19th Annual LovelandFollies May 29 - June 1, 2014.

Venice Theatre offers outreach programs that bring theatre toour community.

Troupe in a TrunkAdults acting for children - Venice Theatre produces and performs a full touring productionevery year. 9,600 elementary and pre-school students in the community are exposed tolive theatre through Troupe in a Trunk.

School & Organization PartnershipsPerforming arts provide students with skills that carry over to academic and social development.Venice Theatre is proud to partner with area schools and organizations (including Venice HighSchool, Boys and Girls Club and The Salvation Army) to provide arts education for theirstudents. Through these partnerships, more than 8,000 students are exposed to performing artsas part of their school experience.

BUY TICKETS!(941) 488-1115

or online at VeniceStage.com

Auditions!If you would like to audition in the 2013-2014 season, go to VeniceStage.com andclick on AUDITIONS. You’ll find some FAQs to help you understand the process ofauditioning at Venice Theatre as well as the full season schedule. Of course, you canalways call the Education/Outreach Department with specific questions. (941) 486-8679.

UPCOMING AUDITIONSA Christmas CarolOctober 26 & 27, 2013Hairspray (15 and older)August 25 & 26, 2013How I Became a ParateFebruary 1 & 2, 2014

A Christmas CarolA festive annual tradition at Venice Theatre now in its 14th year, this

musical version of Dickens’ classic tale follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he reflects on hispast, present and possible future. Will he find the true spirit of Christmas in time?

December 19 - 22, 2013

Generations Shows 2013-14The pop culture phenomenon and EmmyAward-winning Saturday morning seriessprings to life on the musical stage!Brush up on your history, grammar, mathand more with clever, imaginative &tuneful songs.

Sept. 12 - 29, 2013

Captain Braid Beard and his mates recruit Jeremy to helpthem find the perfect spot for their treasure. Jeremy learnsabout being a pirate and, in turn, teaches them aboutbeing a typical kid. With upbeat music and funny lyricsthis adventure story is about finding one's own heart - apath that can't be found on any treasure map!

May 8 - 25, 2014

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payment, or first installment of EZ PAY.● Venice Theatre must be informed of any special needs PRIOR

to registration.● Venice Theatre believes in equal opportunity for all

participants, and does not discriminate based on race,national origin, disability or any other characteristic protectedby law.

●Scholarships are available for qualified applicants. Call (941) 486-8679 for information.

●VT’s Policy Statement is available at VeniceStage.com

First: Select Your Camp/Class

Next: Write in Your Information

Mail completed form with payment to:Venice Theatre ● 140 West Tampa Ave ● Venice, FL 34285

Date ____________ E-mail ________________________________________Student Name __________________________________________________D.O.B. __________ Grade (Fall 2013) ___ School _______________________Parent(s) Name(s) _______________________________________________Address _______________________________________________________City ____________________________ State ________ Zip ______________Home # ________________________ Cell # __________________________

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GRADES 6 THRU 8□ Act 1 $225□ Act 2 $235□ Act 3 $235

ADULTS□ The Biz of Show $150□ Creative Dramatics $150□ Directing with Kelly $175□ Improv $175

SPECIALTY CLASSES□ Getting Technical Grade 6-10 $120□ Vocal Ensemble Grade 3-8 $215□ Film Performance Grade 3-8 $240□ College Audition Grades 11&12 $150□ Aye, Matey! Ages 8-16 $215□ Performance Art Grades 6-10 $295

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