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Intro to Short From Improv
November 28, 5:00-6:30 PM (Grades 3-6)
November 28, 6:30-8:00 PM (Grades 7-12)

Intro to Long Form Improv
December 5, 5:00-6:30 PM (Grades 3-6)
December 5, 6:30-8:00 PM (Grades 7-12)

Intro to the Montage of Long Form Scene Improvisation
December 19, 5:00-6:30 PM (Grades 3-6)
December 19, 6:30-8:00 PM (Grades 7-12)

Tuition

$20 for one workshop, $50 for all three

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About the Workshops

Improv Classes with Nick CutelliEmbark on a thrilling journey into the world of Improv Comedy Theatre – a transformative ally for young actors. This series of 3 workshops is a great way to try out the theatrical art form and will be a perfect introductions to students who are interested in joining our first Southlake improv show auditioning in January!

Beyond scripted lines, this dynamic playground fosters creativity and quick thinking. Our three distinct workshops, each centered around a unique style of improv, provide a training ground that hones adaptability, collaboration, and spontaneity – crucial skills in a profession where the unexpected is the norm. As participants sharpen their wit and nurture confidence, they’ll break free from script constraints. In this unpredictable realm, invaluable lessons become cornerstones for versatile, resilient performers.

Auditions for two improv team shows in January await those ready to showcase their newfound skills on stage. Join us for an exhilarating journey filled with endless possibilities and memorable moments!

Learn a New Improv Style in Each Workshop!

Short Form (November 28): Unlock your spontaneous creativity in our Short Form Improv class! Dive into quick-witted scenes, hilarious games, and on-the-spot storytelling, sharpening your comedic instincts in a fun and supportive theatrical environment.

Long Form (December 5): Embark on a comedic journey of limitless possibilities in our Long Form Improv class! Explore character development, intricate narratives, and sustained humor as you master the art of extended improvisational storytelling in a dynamic and collaborative theatrical setting.

Long Form Montage (December 19): Delve into the art of character-driven narratives and seamless scene transitions in our Long Form Improv: Character Building and Montage Performance class! Elevate your improvisational skills as you craft compelling characters and weave them into a tapestry of connected scenes, delivering a captivating and laughter-filled ensemble performance.

About the Instructor

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Nick Cutelli, a versatile talent with a knack for comedic storytelling, is your guide to a world of laughter and entertainment. With a BFA from Southeast Missouri State and an ongoing MFA pursuit at the University of Idaho, Nick combines a solid foundation in theater with a fresh upbeat comedic perspective. Originally hailing from the creative hubs of Chicago improv comedy and Los Angeles, Nick is excited to join the ranks of amazing directors at NTPA. His journey from Chicago’s Second City to the Lone Star State is a testament to his adaptability and artistic exploration. With a Midwest charm and West Coast innovation, Nick brings a unique flavor to Texas theater.

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13th Anniversary of an NTPA Christmas Celebration Tradition!

This North Texas Christmas Tradition features a fast-paced and fun full-length live musical production, Pre-show Christmas Carols, and MORE!

North Texas Performing Arts Community Theatre proudly announces its Christmas Tradition “Scrooge, The Musical,” a show by award-winning songwriter, Leslie Bricusse, creator of the musical versions of “Jekyll & Hyde” and “Willy Wonka”. Receiving four Academy Award nominations and five Golden Globe nominations in its movie version, “Scrooge” closely follows the plot of Charles Dickens’ acclaimed book, A Christmas Carol.

This wonderful Plano Christmas Tradition now in its 13th BIG YEAR and producing its 112th performance this year has been critically acclaimed and plays to sell-out crowds. The Dallas Morning News called the production “brilliant … robust and passionate” and it regularly tops “Must See” event lists for the Christmas Season.

Showtimes

At the Courtyard Theatre:
Wednesday, December 6, 7:15pm – GIFT TO THE COMMUNITY
Thursday, December 7, 7:15pm
Friday, December 8, 7:15pm
Saturday, December 9, 2:15pm
Saturday, December 9, 7:15pm
Sunday, December 10, 2:30pm – ASL Interpretation

At the Rodenbaugh Theatre:
Wednesday, December 13,  7:15pm – GIFT TO THE COMMUNITY
Thursday, December 14, 7:15pm
Friday, December 15, 7:15 pm
Saturday, December 16, 2:15pm
Saturday, December 16, 7:15pm
Sunday, December 17, 2:15pm

Synopsis

In 1970, renowned Broadway writer/composer/lyricist Leslie Bricusse adapted the classic Charles Dickens tale A Christmas Carol into the hit Oscar-Nominated movie musical Scrooge! The film has been adapted into a stage musical that brings Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and, of course, the old miser himself to life before your eyes! Join us as we present NTPA’s 13th Annual production of this fun and family friendly Holiday Classic!

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Book, Music, and Lyrics By Leslie Bricusse

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Showtimes

Thursday, December 7, 7:15PM
Friday, December 8, 7:15PM
Saturday, December 9, 1:15PM
Saturday, December 9, 7:15PM
Sunday, December 10, 1:15PM
Sunday, December 10, 7:15PM

Synopsis

She Loves Me is a warm romantic comedy with an endearing innocence and a touch of old-world elegance. The Mikos Lazlos play Parfuemerie, on which it is based, has inspired many adaptations, including the beloved film You’ve Got Mail starring Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.

Set in a 1930s European perfumery, we meet shop clerks, Amalia and Georg, who, more often than not, don’t see eye to eye. After both respond to a “lonely hearts advertisement” in the newspaper, they now live for the love letters that they exchange, but the identity of their admirers remains unknown. Join Amalia and Georg to discover the identity of their true loves… and all the twists and turns along the way!

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Book by Joe Masteroff
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick

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Showtimes

Thursday, December 7, 7:15pm
Friday, December 8, 7:15pm
Saturday, December 9, 2:15pm and 7:15pm
Sunday, December 10, 1:15pm and 6:15pm

Synopsis

Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent School Edition is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, it has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.

Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, Rent School Edition follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. The physical and emotional complications of the disease pervade the lives of Roger, Mimi, Tom and Angel. Maureen deals with her chronic infidelity through performance art; her partner, Joanne, wonders if their relationship is worth the trouble. Benny has sold out his Bohemian ideals in exchange for a hefty income and is on the outs with his former friends. Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, feels like an outsider to life in general. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical.

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Book, Music, and Lyrics by

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Showtimes

Friday, December 8, 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 9, 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 10, 1:00 PM

Synopsis

This program is adapted and performed by youth and adults with various disabilities.

One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy back to a broken family, only to face danger and intrigue as the Nazis gain power.

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Music by Richard Rodgers / Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II / Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse / Adapted by Tom Briggs and Timothy Allen McDonald / Suggested by The Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp

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Showtimes

Sunday, December 10, 6:30PM and 8:15PM at LOOK Cinema Dallas
Monday, December 11, 7:00PM at Willow Bend Center of the Arts, Rodenbaugh Theatre

Synopsis

Avalon is a riveting tale of ambition, betrayal, and the cost of silence. Avalon, a solitary magician with innovative abilities, dreams of sharing her unique magic at the revered Revelers’ Festiville. But her unorthodox methods stir fears among the tradition-bound festival-goers, particularly elder Severin, who sees her as a threat to his son Rowan’s future as Grand Marshall.
When a disastrous fire disrupts the festival, Avalon finds herself exiled, and Festiville, at the brink of destruction. Now, it falls on Rowan, torn between his ambitions and his unspoken loyalty to Avalon, to decide the future of the festival.
This compelling musical drama explores the conflict between tradition and innovation, and the tragic consequences of unspoken truths, set against a captivating backdrop of magic and enchantment.

Credits

Original script by NTPA

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Othello is a timeless masterpiece that delves into themes of love, jealousy, and the human experience. To ensure an authentic and diverse portrayal of this classic, we are actively seeking actors who identify as Black, African American, or of Moorish descent to audition and bring their unique perspective to the stage to tell their story.

Synopsis

Iago, a Venetian soldier and ensign, is passed over for promotion by Othello, a Moorish nobleman who has reached the pinnacle of his career: he is general of the Venetian army and has secretly married Desdemona, daughter of an important statesman in Venice. Partly to be avenged for this slight and partly because of his dark nature, Iago has determined to destroy Othello’s happiness.

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
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Credits

Written by William Shakespeare

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Synopsis

When an uber-organized mother and her spontaneous teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right. Masquerading as each other, they must work together to solve the mystery of how to break the spell. By spending a day in each other’s shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another in a way they never could have imagined. In the end, both learn the true power of love and the strength of the bond between a mother and daughter in this heartfelt and hilarious adaptation.

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Based on the novel by Mary Rodgers and Disney films
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Synopsis

Anything Goes is a wacky shipboard farce featuring romance, intrigue, colorful characters and a glorious score from Cole Porter. Highlights include: “You’re The Top,” “It’s De-Lovely,” “Friendship,” “I Get A Kick Out Of You,” “Blow, Gabriel, Blow,” and the title number.

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Cole Porter, PG Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay, Russel Crouse

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Showtimes

Thursday, December 14, 6pm
Friday, December 15, 6pm
Saturday, December 16, Noon
Saturday, December 16, 4pm

Synopsis

It’s a casting call for the annual holiday revue and a host of familiar North Pole faces are lined up to audition, headshots and resumes in hand. Three Elves, a not-so-famous Reindeer, a stage-worthy Snowman, Mrs. C. herself, and regular kid Cameron make the first cut and are put to the test by their director—Santa Claus!

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By Andy Beck and Brian Fisher
with additional music by Lois Brownsey and Marti Lunn Lantz

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Showtimes

Thursday, December 14, 7:15pm
Friday, December 15, 7:15pm
Saturday, December 16, 2:15pm & 7:15pm
Sunday, December 17, 2:15pm & 5:15pm

Synopsis

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.

Credits

Based on the 2003 Disney / Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew Stanton
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Synopsis

Miss Nelson’s class is the worst behaved in the whole school. Spitballs flying across the room, paper airplanes sailing every which way and uncontrollable children send gentle, long-suffering Miss Nelson over the edge. But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson goes missing and is replaced by Viola Swamp, a no-nonsense substitute who assigns piles of homework! The students learn lessons of appreciation and respect as they set out to find their beloved Miss Nelson … but will they ever get her back?

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Book, Music & Lyrics by JOAN CUSHING
Based on the book “Miss Nelson is Missing” and “Miss Nelson is Back” by HARRY ALLARD

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