Academy Center of the Arts

Lynchburg VA center for arts, culture, and community building

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Education

Academy Youth Theatre : The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, JV

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Time: September 23 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Number of Classes/Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays
End Date: November 20
Register By: Sept 20
Ages: 10-18 year olds
Venue: Historic Academy Theatre
Cost: $325
Instructor: Angela Coleman

 

This theater program is for ages 10-18. We do have limited spots for students ages 8-9 please email Kelli Johnson at kjohnson@academycenter.org if you have a child that is 8-9 years old that is interested.

Everyone who registers will have a role but there will be auditions for specific parts.

About the Show :

The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world–so when they crash Sunday school and demand parts in the Christmas pageant, the whole town panics. There’s not supposed to be biting or cigar-smoking in Bethlehem, and while these kids have never even heard the Christmas story, they definitely have rewrites! Soon, everyone from the terrified pint-sized shepherds to the furious church ladies are calling for reluctant director Grace Bradley to fire the Herdmans. It’s up to Grace and the Reverend to help their community see the Christmas story and the Herdman kids through new eyes in this buoyant musical adaptation of the funny and touching holiday classic. Silent night? Not a chance. But sometimes a little joyful noise is just right for Christmas.

We have 35 spots available.  Register today! 

Come join the fun and let your child discover the magic of theatre in a supportive and engaging environment!  

Cost : $325 (includes 2 comp tickets & a T-shirt)

Auditions : Tuesday, September 23 from 5:00-8:00pm

Rehearsal :  Tuesdays & Thursdays Sept 30-Nov 13 from 5:00-8:00pm (we will not always need the whole cast, a specific schedule will be sent to you after casting)

Tech Week : (WHOLE CAST) Monday – Thursday Nov 17-Nov 20 from 5:00-8:00pm

Shows :  Friday November 21 at 7pm & Saturday Nov 22 at 11am

Interested in a payment plan option please email kjohnson@academycenter.org. 

Interested in learning about scholarship opportunities and discounts? Click here to learn about our education access program.

Each student registered will receive a total of 2 free comp tickets (subject to availability).  Please see the box office to reserve your tickets.

The following Virginia Standards of Learning (SOLs) are implemented in our Academy Youth Theatre programming! These standards highlight the creative process, actor preparation, and evaluation of theatrical performances. These tools are essential for producing a well-rounded and successful Youth Theatre production!

Elementary School Level
Grade 3

• 3.1: Construct and improvise individual and group performances in response to prompts.
• 3.12: Alter vocal choices and body position to express character traits.
• 3.14: Identify a rehearsal process to prepare for a performance.

Grade 4

• 4.12: Examine the impact of physical and vocal choices used to convey character traits and emotions.
• 4.14: Practice a rehearsal process to perform for a selected audience.

Grade 5

• 5.12: Use the body and voice to communicate a variety of character traits and emotions in theatre activities.
• 5.14: Rehearse and perform short scenes that include a beginning, middle, and end.

Middle School Level
Grade 6

• 6.12: Demonstrate how meaning is expressed both physically and verbally in theatre.
• 6.14: Demonstrate theatre as dramatized storytelling by preparing and presenting short scenes.

Grade 7

• 7.3: Analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre using appropriate vocabulary.
• 7.14: Research, analyze, rehearse, and present a scripted character in a memorized scene or monologue.

Grade 8

• 8.13: Use character analysis techniques to research, develop, and present a scripted character.
• 8.14: Demonstrate the mental and physical discipline necessary for creating and maintaining an imagined reality during performance.

High School Level
Theatre Arts I:

• TI.2: Apply a creative process for theatre, including developing ideas individually and collaboratively.
• TI.3: Analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre, including defining theatre and supporting that definition.
• TI.13: Demonstrate techniques for actor preparation, including script analysis and audition techniques.

Theatre Arts II:

• TII.12: Refine physical and vocal techniques for theatre performance, including movement, staging, and vocal projection.
• TII.14: Apply principles of directing, including script analysis, casting, and staging.

Theatre Arts III:

• TIII.3: Analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre, critiquing acting styles and theatrical designs.
• TIII.12: Integrate acting skills and techniques involving voice and movement.

Theatre Arts IV:

• TIV.3: Analyze, interpret, and evaluate theatre, focusing on personal projects and published criticisms.
• TIV.12: Refine acting skills involving voice and movement to depict multidimensional characters.

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