Curtain going up, temperature going down! Join the cast and crew of Disney’s Frozen Jr., presented by the Reif Arts Council in collabora-tion with the Grand Rapids Players. This Theater Education Program guides students in 3rd-12th grade through the entire theatrical process. Sing, dance and act your way on stage in this delightful production based on the enchanting modern classic! Disney’s Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the

Broadway production. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Disney’s Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

INFORMATIONAL PARENT MEETING THUR. AUG 15, 6 PM AT THE REIF

Rehearsals Mon - ThursSept. 16 - Nov. 14

7th - 12th Grade Role Placement Wed. Sept. 11, 3:45 - 6:45 PM

3rd - 6th Grade Role Placement Thur. Sept.12, 3:45 - 6:45 PM

PERFORMANCES: NOV 15 - 17 Cost $120 | Payment due at registration.

REIFCENTER.ORG/ED education@reifcenter.org | (218) 327-5780.

THE REIF ARTS COUNCIL & GRAND RAPIDS PLAYERS PRESENTA THEATRE EDUCATION PRODUCTION OF

Theatre Ed Leadership

A Curriculum Cool As IceExploring the elements of Theatre: The art of storytelling through actions.

In nine short weeks our young artists will . . .

Create an Ensemble. Learn how to work together, build trust, and involve every member in a performance.Discover Movement and Space. Use pantomime and behavior to help tell a story.Explore Character Development. Examine what makes characters unique and how to create compelling characters on stage.Find your Voice! Understand the importance of articulation, projection and variation in your voice.Identify Objectives and Tactics. Think about the “why” behind every action.Listen and React. Discover how being present, listening, and reacting are an important part of working on a production.Learn Stage Directions and Blocking. Understand the principles of blocking and how to stage a scene.Get involved in the Design Process. Identify the design elements needed to stage a production, imagine solutions to the needs, and help create them.

And Much More!

Benefits of Youth TheatreCritical and creative thinking

Problem solvingConfidence and self-esteem

Communication and self-expressionPhysical activity and movement

Historical and cultural understandingSelf and social awareness

Artistic Director, Jim Cagle Assistant Director, Josh Cagle

Music Director, Rachel CoppockEducation Director, Katie E. Smith

There is a parent info meeting Thurs, Aug. 15,6 PM at the Reif.

Please make sure to drop-off and pick up your student

artists off promptly at the times required. Specific dates and times will be announced Aug. 15.

Limited need-based scholarships are available, please contact the Reif for more information.

You are required to volunteer in different capacities such as costuming, back-stage assistance, program publicity, etc. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, THANK YOU!

The mission of the Theatre Education Program is to pro-vide safe and nurturing educational theatre opportunities for children of all experience levels. Our diverse leadership team has a wide array of educational and professional the-atrical experiences. If you have questions or concerns re-garding programming, email education@reifcenter.org.

REMINDERS FOR PARENTS

Participant First Name_____________________________ Last Name_____________________________________

Grade_________ Age__________ School____________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name/s_________________________________________________________________________

Guardian Cell Phone:____________________________________________________________________________

Guardian Email Address__________________________________________________________________________

Address_______________________________________________________________________________________

City_____________________________________________ Zip__________________________________________

Emergency Contact (other than parent/guardian)_____________________________________________________

Cell Phone_____________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child have any special needs of which we should be aware?

Please list any known conflicts with rehearsals/performance:

Cast and CrewRole assignment process will take place September 11-12, 2019.

All participants will be involved in the production crew. You may help with designing/building/painting sets, gath-ering/constructing props, working in the box office and ushering, developing marketing and publicity, or working backstage. If you want to be part of the crew but don’t have the desire to be ON stage, we will find a special job for you on our production team.

Crew Only ______ (4th-12th grade)Place an “X” here if you want to be strictly on the production team rather than on stage.

Payment in full of $120 is due with this form no later than Monday, September 11, 2019 by 3:45 p.m. Tuition is non-refundable.

Limited need-based scholarship funds are available. Please contact the Reif for more information.

THEATRE EDUCATION REGISTRATION

Please be advised your child may be photographed or videotaped during rehearsals and performances of Disney’s Frozen Jr. Images may be used in newspapers, online, on television and/or for internal marketing efforts by the Reif Arts Council or the Grand Rapids Players.

_______Yes, I give permission for my child’s photograph or video to be used by the Reif Theater Ed program, Reif Arts Council or the Grand Rapids Players.

_______No, my child’s photo or video cannot be used by the Reif Theater Ed program, Reif Arts Council or the Grand Rapids Players.

I give permission for my child to participate in the Reif Arts Council/Grand Rapids Players Theatre Education Program. I understand there may be responsibilities as a guardian that require my attention as determined by the directors, included but not limited to; costuming assistance, volunteer service during programming/performances, parent meetings, etc.

I am aware that while Theatre Education directors are very careful, the program does not provide health or accident insurance for injuries, and I agree to assume responsibility for any injury that might occur during rehearsals or performances.

I agree to assume all risks associated with the Theatre Education Program rehearsals or performances and agree to hold Reif Arts Council, its board, and its staff (including any volunteers, contracted instructors and artists) harmless from any claim in connection with Theatre Education rehearsals or performances, excepting cases of gross negligence.

__________________________________ _____________ ____________ Signature (parent/guardian) Date Total $ Enclosed

Please complete this form and return it to:

Reif Arts CouncilAttn: Theater Education

720 NW Conifer DriveGrand Rapids, MN 55744

Color and design may vary but will still be awesome.

Frozen Jr. T-Shirt (optional)$15 each

Custom Theater Education shirts to remember this production after things melt.

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