There's A Production: 20 Performing Arts Academy
A Musical Theatre School focusing on personal and artistic growth, passion and leadership opportunities!
SHOW TIME, GROW TIME!
There's A Production is excited to announce its latest initiative aimed at nurturing young talent and empowering the next generation of theatre enthusiasts! Artistic Director Theresa Noon-Hunter and Operations Director Kristen Henderson have collaborated to launch the 20 Performing Arts Academy in Brantford. This new Musical Theatre School provides a platform for young minds to embrace their individuality, creativity, and pursue their dreams. With each bringing over 20 years of expertise in their respective fields and 20 years of friendship, their partnership is perfectly suited. Their commitment to pushing boundaries and fostering confidence in young performers sets them apart. There's A Production and 20 Performing Arts Academy are dedicated to innovation, inclusivity, and the transformative power of the arts.
Students in grades 6-12 will have the opportunity to learn the art of musical theatre, participate in rehearsals, and perform in a full-scale musical production. Through auditions, cast members will be selected for roles in each session's musical, culminating in a final performance at the end of the session.
Program Fees:
$275.00 Per Session
Fee includes: rehearsal materials, participation in the musical and a performance t-shirt.
Prior to the Session beginning and after 2 classes/rehearsals in, a full refund will be provided, minus a $20 processing fee. After the 2nd class/rehearsal, no refunds will be provided.
Leadership Opportunities:
Students in Grades 10, 11 and 12+ are encouraged to apply for Creative and Production Roles.
20 PAA wishes to encourage leadership and learning all aspects of a show, as we feel it creates a stronger, more well rounded performer. We want to offer up a chance for Grades 10+ to earn Volunteer hours in a fun way doing creative and production roles.
Leadership Opportunities Available:
Music Direction, Stage Management, Choreography, Props Design, Set Design, Costume Design, Sound Design, Sound Engineering, Lighting Design, Scenic Art, Marketing and Front of House.
Leadership Opportunity students may also participate in an on-stage role as well as a Leadership Position. Your student will receive guidance from our professionals and volunteer hours.
Please contact: 20PAA@theresaproduction.com for more information
Session 1:
The show follows the final class of New York City's celebrated High School for the Performing Arts from their admission to graduation. All of the struggles, fears and triumphs are depicted with razor-sharp focus as the young artists navigate the worlds of music, drama and dance.
The show provides great opportunities to feature a diverse talent pool and showcase artistic mediums like dancing, singing, acting, rapping and musicianship.
Registration opens on Saturday June 29, 2024 at 9am. Limited spots available. If wishing to participate as both in the cast/class and volunteer for a production/crew/creative both registration forms will need to be submitted.
Session begins: Saturday September 14, 2024
Rehearsals take place on Saturdays from 12-3pm at The Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead in St. George, ON
Final Performances at Sydenham-Heritage United Church in Brantford ON:
Friday December 6, 2024 at 7pm
Saturday December 7, 2024 at 2pm and 7pm
AUDITIONS FOR SHOW ROLES WILL OCCUR PRIOR TO REHEARSALS BEGINNING
**ALL INSTRUCTORS AND ADULTS OVER THE AGE OF 18 WORKING WITH THE CAST AND CREW HAVE VALID VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK
**DIRECTOR'S ARE FIRST AID CERTIFIED
Why Choose 20 Performing Arts Academy?
From the moment I met Theresa, I felt welcomed. Theresa is an amazing director and confidence builder. Before I met her, I was shy and not as comfortable on stage. During rehearsals Theresa encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone. She helped build my confidence and by showtime I was confident and ready. She makes you feel included, and she is always rooting for you. Theresa is supportive, she always goes to see the other shows I am in and talks to me after. She is also a kind and generous person. Thank you for going above and beyond Theresa!! For all of these reasons I would recommend Theresa Noon-Hunter and the 20 Performing Arts Academy!!
-Chase Kovacs
I have known Theresa Noon-Hunter for a long time and she has been an amazing teacher to me throughout my childhood. She has been a kind, uplifting, and supportive role model. I have learned many valuable lessons from her in performing, and she is great at finding ways to explain things that you are having trouble understanding when learning something new. She has always ensured a fun and judgment free learning environment for me. Also, when directing, Theresa manages to find everyone their “moment” to shine on stage. I can’t wait to continue to grow with Theresa in the future, and would recommend everyone to experience the joy she brings to the creative process by taking part in her shows. Thank you Theresa for always being there for me!!
-Kari Ostermeier
Do you have a child in grades 6-12 that is interested in the performing arts?? Look no further! My dear cousin Theresa Noon-Hunter is the brains, brawn and passion behind 20 Performing Arts . Take a look at her page, reach out to her, sign your child up for 12 weeks of classes with her!
Her performing arts resume is one to be rivalled! She is a York University graduate who starred in the Live travelling show of CSI which took her across North America. Her passion for the performing arts shines through in her everyday life and her favourite thing to do is pass that passion down to the next generation!
Don’t take my word for it….See for yourself what 20 Performing Arts Academy can do for your child!
-Sean Noon
SESSION 1 CAST/CLASS REGISTRATION
PAYMENT FOR SESSION IS DUE UPON REGISTRATION
E-TRANSFER TO: 20paa@theresaproduction.com
**STUDENT'S NAME IN E-TRANSFER MEMO REQUIRED**
REGISTRATION FORMS
SESSION 1
CREW/DESIGN/CREATIVE VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
THERE'S A PRODUCTION WISHES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THE LAND WE LIVE, WORK AND CREATE ON, IS OCCUPIED LAND. WE ACKNOWLEDGE THAT WE ARE ON THE SHARED TERRITORY OF THE NEUTRAL, ANISHNAABE AND HAUDENOSAUNEE PEOPLES. THIS LAND IS PART OF THE DISH WITH ONE SPOON TREATY BETWEEN THE HAUDENOSAUNEE AND ANISHNAABE PEOPLES.