“THREE COOL THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER!”

Theatre Classes to excite and ignite your imagination  at Salem Community Theatre!   Monday, June 11-Friday, June 15. “Work Sharing Session” for parents, family and friends, Saturday, June 16 at 10 a.m. See your “stars” and find out  about upcoming Youth Theatre classes and productions! 

TALES FROM THE TREASURE CHEST… (Grades 1-3; 9:30 -10:30 a.m.) $50 per student

In this creative drama class, we will open our treasure chest and see what is inside! It may contain costume pieces, props, musical instruments, puppets or other “odds and ends” that we will play with and use to create a new story each day. Every day will be a new adventure, so “pack up” your imagination and join us! This class stresses developing the imagination, creative movement, verbal and listening skills and self confidence.

IT WAS A DARK AND STORMY NIGHT…(Grades 4-6; 11 a.m.-12 noon) $50 per student

Students will learn the basics of acting, stage skills and performance techniques through the use of classic improvisational games and drama exercises. They will then apply those skills to create, rehearse and perform their own original mystery story. Chills and chuckles for everyone! Emphasis is on learning to be comfortable on stage, team work and self esteem.

ACTING 101

So, you want to be an actor? Never been on stage before? Have some experience, but want to sharpen your skills? This class covers the fundamentals of vocal techniques, body awareness, improvisation, character building, stage skills, script analysis and auditioning – everything you need to get started and ready for the upcoming theatre season!

All classes will be taught by Patricia M. Fagan. Class size is limited. To register and for further information, call (330) 788-1498.

SCT is considering Directors for both musical and non-musical productions in our 2012-2013 Season.  If you would like more information on the great variety of shows we will be presenting, and interested in the capacity of either Director or  Musical Director (both are paid positions) call Gary at the Theatre office.  We would love to hear from you!

Beginning this year, SCT has started a brand new set of events, known as The Community Theatre Concerts.  Concerts of various nature are being developed including:

-an “Emerging Artists Series” that will feature area performers who have exibited promising talent, ready to expand their abilities to larger and more diverse audiences.  The first concert in this series will be April 14, 2012 featuring Natalie Sprouse (see the Special Events page for mare details)

-a “Local Legends” series, featuring talented entertainers form our area who have enjoyed careers in the performing arts

-an “On The Road” series, with national performers and entertainers who are currently touring, of various musical styles and appeal, from jazz to classical, from ethnic to eclectic.

See the Special Events page on this web site for information on coming attractions!

June 15 & 16, 2012, SCT will present Nathan Pechia & Carly Magnuson for a musical Cabaret “An Accident Waiting To Happen,” the second in our Community Theatre Concert Series.  These two uber-talented singers/actors will uber-entertain you with classic and comtemporary Broadway selections documenting the development of their fun friendship.  Also featured will be awesome pianist Alex Marr, accompanying Nathan and Carly in this wonderful cabaret-style concert.   Tickets are just $10!  Call the box office for reservations … 330-332-9688.

August 3-12, 2012:  FOOTLOOSE: The Musical

Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie

Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford

Music by Tom Snow & Lyrics by Dean Pitchford

Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman

One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent history bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. Footloose tells the story of the high-spirited Ren McCormack, a teenager from Chicago, who moves to a small, conservative town in Iowa. Dancing and rock ‘n’ roll are banned in this community by the Reverend Shaw Moore who preaches against rock music and dancing because it will lead the youth of the town into a life of sin.  That is, until this rebellious teenager opens their eyes with his zest for life. The awesome show includes pop hits from the film such as “Footloose,” “Almost Paradise,” and “Let’s Hear It for the Boy.”

SCT To Announce Our 2012-2013 Season!

Final preparations are being made to release our new season of theatrical productions.  We have increased the number of regular season productions as well as our Youth and Holiday shows to an unprecedented total of 9 productions!  This is sure to be an exciting season featuring more musicals than ever, and great directors to bring to the stage a variety and quality that you’ll want to be a part of, as a theatre-goer, season ticket holder, patron or sponsor!  Visit this site soon for all the details!