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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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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
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Written by William Shakespeare

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If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

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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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If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

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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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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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Synopsis

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.”

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
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Credits

Based on “Little Orphan Annie” by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc.
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New to Auditions?

If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

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Synopsis

The Dalmatians Pongo and Perdita happily raise their Puppies — Penny, Pepper, Lucky, and Patch — in a small, loving home on the edge of Regent’s Park in the city of London (“Dalmatian Conga”). As the Dogs Of London narrate, Nanny cares for all the Dalmatians, including their human “pets”: Roger, a composer, and Anita, an artist. Part of the family’s cherished routine is watching their favorite TV program (“Thunderbolt Adventure Hour”) and singing along to the super-catchy commercial theme song for their favorite snack (“Kanine Krunchies”).

One day, their wealthy neighbor, Cruella De Vil, stops by and, admiring the spotted puppies, realizes they are just what she needs to complete her fabulous fur collection. When Roger refuses to sell the Dalmatian pups, Cruella storms off (“Cruella De Vil”) and plots with Horace and Jasper to steal them (“Cruella’s Scheme”).

With Nanny and Anita out of the house and Roger asleep in front of the TV, Cruella’s henchmen lure the puppies away to her fur vault using Kanine Krunchies as bait (“Kanine Krunchies – Reprise”, “The Fur Vault”). Realizing their beloved puppies were stolen, Pongo and Perdita appeal to the Dogs of London for help (“Twilight Bark”).

Meanwhile, the puppies discover they are not alone in the fur vault. Other Puppies, including Freckles and Spotty, explain to the Dalmatian pups where they are and what’s to become of them. Despite being surrounded by police, Cruella is determined to get her new fur (“My Beautiful Coat”), even as the Dogs of London — headed by the resourceful cat, Sergeant Tibbs — rescue all the puppies from the fur vault (“The Chase”). As a Police Officer and Dogcatcher capture the three thieves, Roger, Anita, and Nanny imagine a puppy-filled happily ever after (“Dalmatian Vacation & Finale”) with their adopted 101 Dalmatians!

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Based on the Screenplay by Bill Peet and the novel, “The Hundred and One Dalmatians” by Dodie Smith.
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New to Auditions?

If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

Check Out Our FREE UpSTARt Workshops!

Synopsis

Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence… and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Book by Dennis Kelly | Music and Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Disney's Aladdin JR presented by North Texas Performing Arts
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If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

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Synopsis

Disney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within.

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Based on the Disney film written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio and directed & produced by Ron Clements & John Musker
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New to Auditions?

If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

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Synopsis

The Plastics have deemed Broadway Junior worthy of their presence in Mean Girls JR! This “fetch” musical from book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone.

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends.

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Based on the Paramount Pictures film Mean Girls
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New to Auditions?

If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

Check Out Our FREE UpSTARt Workshops!

Two Improv Troupes!

Note: We will have two improv troupes divided by age.

Grades 3-6 will rehearse Tuesdays 5:00-6:30 PM starting January 16.
Grades 7-12 will rehearse Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM starting January 16.

Synopsis

Calling all improv enthusiasts and comedy lovers! North Texas Performing Arts in Southlake is gearing up for a groundbreaking moment, and we want YOU to be part of it. Get ready to showcase your quick wit and spontaneous creativity in our upcoming improv show—a one-of-a-kind experience where the audience is not just a spectator but a crucial participant!

As a performer, you’ll have the unique opportunity to thrive in the unpredictable energy of unscripted comedy. The stage is set for you to bring to life the suggestions and ideas from the audience, creating side-splitting scenes, characters, and stories on the spot. This audition isn’t just about your comedic chops; it’s about your ability to connect with the audience and turn their suggestions into gold.

Join us for a night of historic proportions at North Texas Performing Arts, where laughter knows no bounds, and every moment is a chance to shine. Secure your spot in this groundbreaking improv show, where you won’t just be performing—you’ll be shaping the comedy that will be etched into the records of our entertainment history. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the revolution in improv at North Texas Performing Arts!

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents
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New to Auditions?

If you are thinking about signing up your first audition but aren’t sure what to expect, you might consider attending a FREE UpSTARt Workshop which is a fast-paced, high-energy, and fun-filled two-hour workshop designed to our future actors the confidence and training to “take the stage” in their first audition.

Check Out Our FREE UpSTARt Workshops!

Synopsis

You’ll love this fanciful and heartwarming stage adaptation of the celebrated animated film. Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Sven, and all of your favorite characters as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery, camaraderie, and the real meaning of true love. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite Frozen songs such as “Love Is an Open Door,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” and “Let It Go,” as well as wonderful new songs from the Broadway production. This production of Frozen KIDS is sure to prove that “some people are worth melting for.”

Resources

Audition Tips for Students
NTPA Casting Philosophy
Audition FAQs for Parents

Credits

Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Robert Lopez
Book by Jennifer Lee

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