School Year Theater Academy

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F irst stage theater academy is one oF the nat ion 's largest theater tra in ing programs oF its k ind !

at F i rst stag e th eater acad emy, yo u ’ l l F i n d :•Classestoinspireandengageeverystudent,frombeginnerstoadvanced

•Aninspiring,welcomingenvironmentthatencourageseachstudenttotakehisorhernextstepasanartistandaperson

•Astaffcomprisedofsomeofthefinestprofessionaltheaterandteachingartistsintheregion

Whether you are an aspiring performer or just want to build confidence and make new friends—there is no better place than the Academy!

This is sure to be an exciting year! Our core curriculum continues to thrive through a commitment to excellence and kindness by both staff and students. We also invite you to take a look through the brochure to find a variety of

classes for students of all ages.

YOu are what make First Stage the energetic, supportive, and creative community that it is and we look forward to seeing you throughout the year!

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class calendarFallSeptember 25 – November 17, 2012

w i nterJaNuary 26 – march 21, 2013

s pr i n gmarch 23 – may 23, 2013

s pr i n g B r eakapril 1 – 5, 2013MYAC only

sc h oo l' s o ut !See page 5 for detailSMYAC and SLW

locationsmilwaukee youth artS ceNter (myac)325 W. Walnut St. Milwaukee, WI 53212

ocoNomowoc artS ceNter (oac)641 E. Forest St.Oconomowoc, WI 53066

SharoN lyNNe wilSoN ceNter for the artS (Slw)19805 W. Capitol Dr.Brookfield, WI 53045

class presentationsAll of our classes are process-oriented. At the end of each session, there will be an informal sharing session, an “open house” day during which students will present class experiences for their families and friends.

Jennifer AdamsProgram Director, Grades K–[email protected]

Katie CummingsProgram Director, Grades 5–[email protected]

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F i rst stepsAges 3 & 4, plus a parent or guardian Tuition: $160/sessionShare in the creative drama experience by participating in a class with your favorite young person. Take steps toward focus, expression, and working together by using creative play that engages the special bond between children and their caregivers.

sto ry d rama Grades K4–2 Tuition: $160/sessionIn our story drama classes, students are guided through creative drama activities that encourage self-expression, concentration, and cooperation. Create dialogue and enhance your creativity by recreating stories from and inspired by the First Stage productions of …Fall: FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS and RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER®

Winter: PINKALICIOUS and MOLE HILL STORIES

playmakersGrades 1-3 Tuition: $160/sessionTake a step from interpreting stories to creating your own! In our playmakers classes, students are the leaders of their own creative drama experience. Create dialogue, action, characters, and enhance your creativity by developing your own stories through carefully structured creative play. Fall: Diary of an Academy Kid!Winter: Legends Alive!Spring: Play Ball!

sc en e stu dy Grades 3–4 Tuition: $160/sessionThis exciting class allows actors a chance to build ensemble, practice public speaking, and see the world through the eyes of another while working on scenes from and inspired by First Stage’s productions of…Fall: BIG, FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS and RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER® Winter: TO THE PROMISED LAND and PINKALICIOUSSpring: JACKIE AND ME

i n tro d u ct i o n to act i n gGrades 4–6 Tuition: $160/sessionGet into the act! Learn the basics of acting — voice, movement, and character development. As students explore the craft of acting they are also developing communication, confidence and self-esteem.

act i n g Grades 6–12 Tuition: $160/sessionEvery actor should find their ground…their base…their process. How do you start creating character? What is the ROOT of that character? Classes this year will focus on Relationships, Obstacles, Objectives, and Tactics. Actors spend a lifetime training and honing their skills, we hope you will join us all year long!Fall: Inside OutWinter: Outside InSpring: Scenes & Monologues

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m u s i cal th eaterGrades 1–8 Tuition: $160/sessionSinging, dancing and acting at the same time, oh my! Musical theater is the art of telling a story through words, music and movement. With over 50 years of Broadway musicals to choose from, instructors will customize curriculum for each class. Every session will offer new vocal and dance techniques to work on utilizing age appropriate songs and movement. Join us on a journey of building self confidence and discovering new talents!

pu ppet p laysGrades 2–3 Tuition: $160/session +$10 materials feeCreate your own adventures and develop skills focused on character and vocal characterization while telling stories and building your own hand puppets, shadow puppets, stick puppets, or marionettes!

sto ry d rama dan c eGrade 2–3 Tuition: $160/sessionusing physical expression and storytelling through movement, students will dance their way through stories while developing an awareness of body, balance, and rhythm.

s u per sc r i ptGrades 2–4 Tuition: $160/sessionLet your creativity run wild! Improve your creative writing and storytelling skills in a class that utilizes improvisation, collaborative story building, writing, and all the best of your imagination.

o n cam era : mak i n g m ov i esGrades 3–4 $160/sessionLights! Camera! Action! From selling a product to telling a story, students will experience what it takes to bring a film to life. Students will tackle important production roles such as Actor, Director, Director of Photography, Art Director, Grip, and more. We will work as a team to set and accomplish daily goals just like the professionals and put our ideas on the big screen! Fall: CommercialsWinter: DocumentarySpring: Short Film

i m prov i sat i o nGrades 3–8 Tuition: $160/sessionSpontaneity is the key to our Improvisation classes. With every class we gain understanding about working together in a scene, using emotions to tie a story together, and gain knowledge on verbal and non-verbal communication. Students will explore all of these life skills through improv exercises used to train the brain to think quickly but with reason. This is one class that can support every actor’s repertoire.

o n cam era : act i n gGrades 8–12 Tuition: $160/sessionStep in front of the camera and learn the ins and outs of film and television work. Stage work requires big voice and movement, this class explores the subtleties needed for the camera.

elective classesElectivesreachbeyondthecoreclassesandventureintootherexcitingareasoftheaterarts!

per Fo r man c e wo r ks h o pGrades 5–8 Tuition: $190/sessionatteNtioN middle School StudeNtS!Pursue more advanced training by putting yourself to the test in our NEW Performance Workshop class where students will study, rehearse, and perform a one act play in just eight weeks! The student’s skills will shine in a minimally produced production without costumes or scenery, where acting is the focus. Performance Workshop students are the next generation of leaders at First Stage and should be prepared to be examples of leadership, teamwork, effort, and enthusiasm. Winter: Play at MYAC, Musical at OACSpring: Musical at MYAC

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au d it i o n i n gGrades 4–8 Tuition: $160/sessionEver wanted a part in a play? Do you think that auditioning is terrifying? Never fear! First Stage is here! This class will give you the confidence and poise to audition. Learn how to connect to text, diminish your fears, and walk away with a monologue to use for your next audition. This is an invaluable course for any actor!

m u s i cal th eater – dan c eGrades 7–8 Tuition: $160/sessionThis class will focus on jazz, tap and ballet used in musical theater. Through working on movement we discover character, range, posture, placement and connection. Sometimes you just gotta dance! Join us as we work on Broadway basics and explore rhythm, breathing, strengthening and telling our stories through dance!

au d it i o n i n g Fo r m u s i cal th eaterGrades 8–12 Tuition: $160/sessionAll of your friends are auditioning for the musical at school. You want to, but you just don’t know what to do? Not to worry! We will teach you how to tackle a musical theater audition including song choice, cold readings, dance and audition etiquette. You will get a crash course building your self-esteem and leaving ready to take on any audition that may come your way!

m u s i cal th eater – vocalsGrades 9–12 Tuition: $160/sessionDo you own a copy of at least one musical and play it over and over again and sing every song to your heart’s content? Are there one or two notes that are just out of your vocal range? If so, this is the class for you! Learn the fundamentals of vocal technique. Proper breathing, support and relaxation go a long way in singing. We will learn how to read music as well as sing harmonies. This class is a must have for anyone interested in musicals!

s ketc h w r i t i n gGrades 9–12 Tuition: $160/sessionThis class entails using improvisation as a tool towards written comedy sketches. Students will explore ideas and characters and then apply them to a first draft. With guidance, the students will then rewrite, punch up, tweak and tighten until a final draft is complete. Any student interested in comedy or writing for the stage should take this class!

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Fall sess ions : satu rdays s eptem B er 29 – n ovem B er 1 7, 2 0 1 2

c o d e g r a d e c l as s t i m e t u i t i o nMA1 AGES 3–4 FIRST STEPS 10:00–11:00 $160

MA2 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 10:00–11:00 $160

MA3 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 11:10–12:10 $160

MA4 1–2 STORY DRAMA 10:00–11:00 $160

MA5 1–2 MuSICAL THEATER 11:10–12:10 $160

MA6 2–3 PLAYMAKERS 11:10–12:10 $160

ME1 2–3 PuPPET PLAY 12:30–1:30 $160 (+$10 MATERIAL FEE)

MA7 3–4 SCENE STuDY 11:10–12:10 $160

ME2 3–4 MuSICAL THEATER 10:00–11:00 $160

ME3 4–6 IMPROvISATION 12:30–1:45 $160

MA7 4–6 INTRO TO ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160


MA8 6–8 ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160

ME5 7–8 MuSICAL THEATER - DANCE 1:50–3:05 $160

ME6 8–12 AuDITIONING FOR MuSICAL THEATER 12:30–1:45 $160

MA9 9–12 ACTING 12:30–1:45 $160

ME7 9–12 SKETCH WRITING 12:30–1:45 $160

ME8 9–12 MuSICAL THEATER - vOCALS 3:10–4:25 $160

wi nter sess ions : satu rdays Jan uary 26 – marc h 1 6 , 2 0 1 3

co d e g rad e c las s t i m e tu i t i o nMA1 AGES 3–4 FIRST STEPS 10:00–11:00 $160

MA2 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 10:00–11:00 $160

MA3 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 11:10–12:10 $160

MA4 1–2 STORY DRAMA 10:00–11:00 $160

MA5 1–2 PLAYMAKERS 11:10–12:10 $160

MA6 2–3 PLAYMAKERS 11:10–12:10 $160

MA7 2–3 STORY DRAMA DANCE 10:00–11:00 $160

MA8 3–4 SCENE STuDY 12:30–1:30 $160

ME1 3–4 SuPER SCRIPT 11:10–12:10 $160


MA9 4–6 INTRO TO ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160


ME4 5–8 PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP - PLAY 2:00–5:00 $190

MA10 6–8 ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160


ME6 8–12 ON CAMERA: ACTING 12:30–1:45 $160

MA11 9–12 ACTING 12:30–1:45 $160



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spr i ng sess ions : satu rdays marc h 23 – may 1 8 , 2 0 1 3 ( n o c las s marc h 3 0 )

co d e g rad e c las s t i m e tu i t i o nMA1 AGES 3–4 FIRST STEPS 10:00–11:00 $160

MA2 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 10:00–11:00 $160

MA3 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 11:10–12:10 $160

MA4 1–2 PLAYMAKERS 10:00–11:00 $160


MA5 2–3 PLAYMAKERS 11:10–12:10 $160

ME2 2–3 SuPER SCRIPT 12:30–1:30 $160


MA6 3–4 SCENE STuDY 11:10–12:10 $160


ME5 4–6 AuDITIONING 12:30–1:45 $160

ME6 4–6 INTRO TO ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160


ME8 5–8 PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP - MuSICAL 2:00–5:00 $190

MA7 6–8 ACTING 1:50–3:05 $160


ME10 7–8 AuDITIONING 12:30–1:45 $160

MA8 9–12 ACTING 12:30–1:45 $160



wedn esday sess ionsFall : s eptem B er 26 – n ovem B er 1 4 , 2 0 1 2 • w i nter : Jan uary 3 0 – marc h 20, 2013 s pr i n g : marc h 27 – may 22 , 20 1 3 ( n o c las s apr i l 3 )

co d e g rad e c las s t i m e tu i t i o nWMA1 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 2:45–3:45 $160

WMA2 K4–K5 STORY DRAMA 4:00–5:00 $160

WMA3 1–2 STORY DRAMA DANCE 2:45–3:45 $160

WMA4 1–2 STORY DRAMA DANCE 4:00–5:00 $160

WMA5 3–4 ON CAMERA: MAKING MOvIES 2:45–3:45 $160

WMA6 3–4 ON CAMERA: MAKING MOvIES 4:00–5:00 $160

WMA7 5–8 ACTING 2:45–4:00 $160

WMA8 5–8 ACTING 4:00–5:15 $160

WME1 5–8 MuSICAL THEATER 2:45–4:00 $160

WME2 5–8 MuSICAL THEATER 4:00–5:15 $160

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oconomowoc arts center located at 641 e Fo r est str eet oco n o m owoc , w i 53 0 6 6Wearenowofferingavarietyofbothcoreandelectivecoursessothatyoucanjoinusfornewexperiencesthroughouttheyear!

Fall : satu rdays s eptem B er 29 – n ovem B er 1 7, 2 0 1 2

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nOA1 STORY DRAMA K5–2 10:00–11:00 $160

OA2 SCENE STuDY 3–4 11:15–12:15 $160

OA3 ACTING 5–8 12:30–1:30 $160

wi nter : satu rdays Jan uary 26 – marc h 1 6 , 2 0 1 3

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nOA1 STORY DRAMA K5–2 10:00–11:00 $160

OE1 MuSICAL THEATER 3–4 11:15–12:15 $160

OE2 PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP MuSICAL

5–8 12:30–3:30 $190

spr i ng : satu rdays marc h 23 – may 1 8 , 2 0 1 3 ( n o c las s marc h 3 0 )

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nOA1 PLAYMAKERS K5–2 10:00–11:00 $160

OE1 IMPROvISATION 3–4 11:15–12:15 $160

OE2 IMPROvISATION 5–8 12:30–1:30 $160

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s haron lyn n e w i lson center For th e artslocated at 1 9 8 0 5 w cap i to l d r ive B roo kF i e ld , w i 53 045Wearenowofferingavarietyofbothcoreandelectivecoursessothatyoucanjoinusfornewexperiencesthroughouttheyear!

tu esdays : Fall , w i nter , spr i ngFall : septem Ber 25 – novem Ber 13 , 2012 • wi nter : Jan uary 29 – march 21 , 2013spr i ng : march 26 – may 21 , 2013

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nSA1 STORY DRAMA K5–2 4:00–5:00 $160

SA2 ACTING 5–8 5:10–6:25 $160

th u rsdays : Fall s eptem B er 25 – n ovem B er 1 5 , 2 0 1 2

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nSA3 SCENE STuDY 3–4 4:00–5:00 $160

SE1 MuSICAL THEATER 5–8 5:10–6:25 $160

th u rsdays : w i nter Jan uary 29 – marc h 2 1 , 2 0 1 3

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nSE1 MuSICAL THEATER 3–4 4:00–5:00 $160

SE2 MuSICAL THEATER 5–8 5:10–6:25 $160

th u rsdays : spr i ng march 26 – may 23 , 2013 ( no class apr i l 2 an d apr i l 4)

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nSE1 IMPROvISATION 3–4 4:00–5:00 $160

SE2 IMPROvISATION 5–8 5:10–6:25 $160

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to u r i n g s h ow c h o i rGrades 9–12 By Audition OnlyTuition: $475 + $20 material fee for the entire yearFor the first time in Academy history we are taking our act out on the road! Students will rehearse and learn a show during a three-week intensive and have monthly pick up rehearsals. This powerful vocal and dance performance piece will share the First Stage mission to local schools and community events throughout the year. This touring choir will reflect our core values of commitment, character and leadership.

g lee c lu BGrades 7–12 By Audition OnlyTuition: $475 +$20 material fee for the entire yearJoin us on a journey through today’s hottest hits! This year long study will hone your vocal technique including posture, placement and breathing support. This class will explore telling a story through dance and movement. Coming together to sing and dance as a group promotes community, creativity and commitment! This class culminates in a final presentation.

o rgan i z ed c haosGrades 7–12 By Audition OnlyTuition: $475 +$10 material fee for the entire yearOrganized Chaos, now in its sixth year, works in multiple teams on advanced improvisation and sketch comedy. Students will work together for a full year on spontaneity, integrity, and leadership. Improv is an art form that requires community, commitment and communication. This class will hone your Improv skills and exercise your creativity all year long. Prerequisite: Summer or previous Improv Academy class

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nTE TOuRING SHOW CHOIR 9–12 TIMES vARY $475

+ $20 MATERIAL FEE

GLEE GLEE CLuB 7–12 SATuRDAYS TIMES vARY

$475+ $20 MATERIAL FEE

OC ORGANIzED CHAOS 7–12 SATuRDAYS TIMES vARY

$475+ $10 MATERIAL FEE

YC YOuNG COMPANY 9–12 SATuRDAYS 9:30–12:15

$550+ $40 PRODuCTION AND

MATERIAL FEE

To schedule an audition for any of our Year Round programs, please contact the Academy office at (414) 267-2970 or [email protected].

yo u n g co m panyGrades 9–12 By Audition OnlyTuition: $550 + $40 production and material fee for the entire yearFor students in High School who want to take their work to the next level, First Stage offers the Young Company. Meeting every Saturday, the Young Company is the advanced, college level actor training program at First Stage Theater Academy. Accepted students will complete course work ranging from Auditioning to Stage Combat to Musical Theater with Director of the Academy and Associate Artistic Director John Maclay, professional actors Todd Denning and Matt Daniels, professional choreographer Karl Miller, and special guest artists on Saturdays (9:30–12:15) when school year Academy is in session. The Young Company also produces a full season of productions. This year's productions include:

PETER AND THE WOLF, in collaboration with the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, Milwaukee Ballet School and Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra

GODSPELL by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak

CYMBELINE by William Shakespeare

GATHERING BLuE, a world premiere based on the novel by Lois Lowry in collaboration with Marquette university.

Auditions and interviews occur in late August and early September. For further information go to www.firststage.org or contact [email protected].

year rou n dYearroundclassesofferstudentstheabilitytogofurtherin-depthwiththeirinterestarea.

exten d ed dayExtended Day is supervised but unstructured time available Monday through Friday from 3:00–4:15 p.m. All students must be picked up by 4:15 p.m. to avoid incurring a penalty charge. If you would like your child to attend the after class supervision, please select the option on the registration form. The cost of supervision is $75 per week.Spring Break Extended Day: $75 per week

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playmakersGrades K5 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Take a step from interpreting stories to creating your own! In our playmakers classes, students are the leaders of their own creative drama experience. Create dialogue, action, characters, and enhance your creativity by developing your own stories through carefully structured creative play.

playmakersGrades 1–2 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Spend half your day building performance skills and spend the other half using creative drama to adapt a story into your own theatrical masterpiece. Expand your imagination and storytelling skills and present your own play at the end of the week!

co d e c las s g rad e t i m e tu i t i o nLM PLAYMAKERS K5 9:00–3:00 $250

LM PLAYMAKERS 1–2 9:00–3:00 $250

OM ONE WEEK ACADEMY 3–4 9:00–3:00 $250

DM ONE WEEK ACADEMY 5–12 8:45–4:15 $275

o n e w eek acad emyGrades 3–4 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Experiment with the building blocks of theater training through active and entertaining classes that focus on theater skills, self-confidence, personal expression, disciplined effort, and group cooperation. Students will explore Musical Theater, Scene Study, Creative Drama, and other theater skills in an action packed week of fun!

o n e w eek acad emyGrades 5–12 8:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.Spend each morning exploring Acting and Musical Theater and then spend your afternoons in a variety of workshops. It’s a different adventure each day where students will work with area professional artists to get an insider’s look at how these skills are used in theater. Join us for a whirlwind tour of theater electives sure to make your Spring Break a blast!

spr i ng Break : apr i l 1 –5 , 2013 m i lwau kee yo uth arts c enterWhat better way to spend Spring Break than having fun, making friends and thriving in the most positive atmosphere around! Space is limited so register as soon as you can to ensure your spot!

Grades K4–8 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tuition: $65/daySchool's out for the day and you have nothing to do? Spend your day at the Academy! Join us for a blast of theater games, scene work, and special workshops. Select dates coordinate with MPS and Elmbrook banking days and teacher workdays.School's Out Extended Day: $15 per day

MilWAuKEEYouThArTSCEnTErSeptember 24, 2012October 19, 2012October 29, 2012December 3, 2012January 21, 2013February 25, 2013March 22, 2013April 22, 2013

ShAronlYnnEWilSonCEnTErforThEArTSFebruary 22, 2013March 29, 2013

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n ext steps : a path For every ch i ldNext Steps classes are designed to help students with Autism take their next steps as an artist and a person. Guided by our philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of drama, music, and movement each day with a team of teaching artists and special education professionals.

First Stage Theater Academy currently serves a variety of youth with high functioning Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome in our current Academy offerings. These students and families have expressed immense growth in confidence and ability to interact socially with their peers and with adults. The “life skills through stage skills” philosophy creates a safe space for all students to be creative and be themselves without judgment or fear of failure.

locat i o n : MilWAuKEEYouThArTSCEnTEr

325WWAlnuTSTrEET,MilWAuKEE,Wi53212

t i m e : APril1–5,2013

9:00a.m.–12:00p.m.

cost: $400forThEWEEK

ag e : STudEnTSingrAdES3–12

Classes will be divided based on age and students' needs.

c las s s i z es : 8 students; our classroom model includes teams of lead teachers, special education professionals, and teaching assistants with approximately a 2:1 student to teacher ratio. Family aides may accompany a student to class as necessary and agreed upon between the family and First Stage.

w hat ar e th e c las s es l i k e? BEginningofdAY: Each Academy program begins with an all-Academy gathering to prepare for the work and adventures of the day, by gathering with other students to share goals and issue each other challenges.

drAMA: An acting class that utilizes creative drama techniques, scene work, and improvisation to explore human relationships and self-expression.

MuSiC&MovEMEnT: utilizing creative movement, dance, yoga, and singing students will gain alternative outlets for their unique creative expression.

EndofdAY: Each Academy program concludes with a gathering to reflect on the day and acknowledge the hard work of fellow students; Parents are welcome to join!

ClASSPrESEnTATion: Class presentations take place on the final day of each session. These are intended to be lively presentations of class work, not performances. Families and friends of presenting students are invited to join us for this celebration of their Academy experience.

For information please contact Jennifer Adams at (414) 267-2975 or [email protected]

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RegisteR online today at www.FiRststage.oRg!

register online at www.firstStage.org Please print clearly and duplicate this form to enroll more than one child in a family. Any omitted information below will delay registration and jeopardize your chances to enroll in the class before it fills.

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complete your personal informationStudent’s Name (First) ________________________________________ (M.I.) _____ (Last) __________________________________________

Gender (Circle one) M F Student’s Ethnicity: (Optional, grant reporting purposes only) ___________________________________

Date of Birth ____ /____ /_____ MPS Yes No Grade in Fall of 2012 ______ School in Fall of 2012 _________________________

Home Address ____________________ City _________________________ State _____ zip Code __________________________________

Home Phone ( _____ )____________________________________ Work/Cell Phone ( _____ ) _______________________________________________

E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian name __________________________________________________________________________________________________

please list the classes you want to take by class code, title and semester:Class Code/Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Select Semester/s Fall Winter Spring Spring Break School's Out Tuition $ ___________

Class Code/Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________


Class Code/Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________


Class Code/Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________


every new student will receive a t-shirt on their first day of class.

this is my child’s first academy class of any kind. Yes No * If you answered “yes," you must add a $20 new student fee to your total.

tuitionClass tuition total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________New Student (one-time application fee $20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________

Spring Break Extended Supervision - $75 per week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________School's Out Extended Supervision - $15 per day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________

donationTax deductible donation to the ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP FuND . . + $ ________(gifts of $100 and up will be acknowledged in the playbill)

order for extra merchandise (Optional) Qty. Merchandise Price Size(s) Total (Qty. x Price) ____ T-shirt $10 ____ $____________Merchandise Total (T-shirts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________

graNd total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $ ________ Full payment enclosed

Automatic charge payment ($35 PER CLASS due now and remainder will be charged one week prior to first day of class)

circle payment method: MasterCard visa Discover American Express Personal Check

Name ______________________________________________________ Signature: _________________________________________________

Card# _________________________________________________ Expiration Date _____ / _____

tuitioNTuition must be paid in full on date

of receipt, unless signing up for

automatic payment. If signing up

for automatic payment, a deposit

of $35 PER CLASS is due on date

of registration. Tuition will be de-

ducted one week prior to first day

of class. You may change the credit

card payment method on or before

due date, if need be.

emergeNcy coNtact iNformatioN

Please provide Emergency Contact information for someone other than parent.

Emergency Contact Name (First) _____________________________________ (Last) ___________________________________

Emergency Contact Relation to Child __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Phone __________________________________________________ Type ____________________________________

Emergency Phone (alternate) _________________________________________ Type ____________________________________

Parent Place of Employment __________________________________________________________________________________

If your student has any medical conditions we should be aware of disclose them below. Please also list any potential emotional issues or special needs so that we can best serve your student. Our staff will keep the information confidential and will be better prepared to make the session more enjoyable for your student.

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first Stage occasionally takes photos and/or video of our theater academy classes for promotional use. Check here if you do NOT want your child’s image used in our promotional materials.

muSt be SigNed to participate

As a condition to my child’s participation in the First Stage Theater Academy, I hereby release and hold harmless First Stage Theater Academy, First Stage Milwaukee, Inc., the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Oconomowoc Arts Center and all of their respective owners, employees, agents and representatives, from and against all claims, damages and other liabilities whatsoever, including but not limited to personal injury, illness or property damage, which relate in any way to my child’s participation in the First Stage Theater Academy.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________signature of parent/guardian date

please mail to: First Stage Theater Academy 325 W. Walnut St. Milwaukee, WI 53212 or FAX to: (414) 267-2976

QUestions? Call (414) 267-2970 or email [email protected]

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opportu n it i es s u ppo rt F i rst stag e th eater acad emyThanks to generous contributions, the Theater Academy was able to offer financial support to more than 400 students last season. Your continued generosity helps ensure that interested young people don’t miss out on Academy opportunities due to financial constraints. To make a donation to the First Stage Theater Academy simply fill in an amount on the registration form or call the Development Department at (414) 267-2938 to request a donor envelope.

F i nan c ial as s i stan c eFinancial Aid is available to any student; awards are need based. Contact Erin Wood, Community Partnership Coordinator for all questions at (414) 267-2973 or [email protected]

If you plan to apply for financial aid, do NOT register online. Financial aid applicants must register by mail only.

i n t er n s h i psStudents in eighth grade and above can earn tuition credit by serving as interns for our School Year classes. Our interns play a vital role in the Academy, serving as aides for our teachers and as mentors for our students. Contact the Academy office at (414) 267-2970 or [email protected] for more information.

pol ic i esr eg i strat i o n proc ed u r eAll registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of registrations we will not be able to register you over the phone. Any information omitted from the registration form will delay registration.

r eg i strat i o n co n F i r mat i o n sConfirmations are sent for the class(es) for which you have registered. Please read your confirmation thoroughly when you receive it. Your confirmation will also list any remaining balance which is due one week prior to the first day of class.

wa it l i stsWe do maintain and enforce enrollment limits to ensure the best possible Academy experience for each student. Wait lists are often established for classes that have reached the enrollment limit. Students on wait lists may be called for enrollment should a cancellation occur.

While we cannot predict when or if a cancellation would occur, we encourage you to be added to our wait list. To ensure fairness, students are registered on a first-come, first-served basis. Any money received will be applied to registered classes only. Any money received for wait-listed classes will be returned.

tu i t i o nTuition includes all books and materials unless otherwise noted. One Academy t-shirt is given to NEW STuDENTS ONLY. A $35 minimum deposit for School Year Academy is REQuIRED with your registration for EACH class YOu ARE REGISTERED FOR, if signing up for automatic payment method. The full balance is due one week prior to the first day of class. If the balance is not received by this date, we will not hold your placement in the class.

r eFu n d po l i cyThere is a $15 administrative fee for all refunds for School Year Academy. No refunds or tuition credits are given after the first day of class. The deposit will be forfeited if a student cancels after the session has begun.

c las s can c ellat i o n sFirst Stage Theater Academy reserves the right to cancel any course if enrollment is insufficient. Any tuition paid will be refunded in full.

Switching classes: If families find that they have a scheduling conflict or other emergency circumstance and need to switch their course selection, they may contact the Academy office to request this change. Students will not be moved from their assigned group after the first day of class. Please be aware that switching class is contingent upon space availability in the desired class.

attendance/make-up policy: If your student is unable to attend a day(s) of class, we do not offer make-up classes. Please contact the Academy office if you know in advance that your student will be absent. If First Stage Theater Academy needs to cancel one or more days of a class due to circumstances beyond the Academy’s control (e.g., severe weather, power outage, etc.), there will be no refunds or make-up classes.

Sending Students home: Please use good judgment about bringing your student to First Stage Theater Academy. If your student is sick or contagious, please keep them home. Parents of students who become ill during the day will be promptly notified and are expected to arrange to pick up their student immediately. First Stage Theater Academy also reserves the right to send children home due to inappropriate or disrespectful behavior.

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