Cabrillo Music Theatre's New Selvin Scholarship to Honor Performer at Each Upcoming Production

Cabrillo Music Theatre is honored to announce the formation of the SELVIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP. Harry and Maureen Selvin, longtime patrons of the arts and supporters of Cabrillo Music Theatre, have developed this scholarship, to be presented on the final performance of each Cabrillo Music Theatre production, to the performer in that Cabrillo show that best exemplifies the spirit of Cabrillo Music Theatre. Recipients will receive a $1,000 cash scholarship, a personal trophy, and name recognition on a permanent plaque of all those recognized, to reside in the Cabrillo Music Theatre office.

The brainchild of philanthropists Harry and Maureen Selvin, the idea of the SELVIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP came from seeing many years of Cabrillo shows from their front-row Opening Night seats, plus attending rehearsals, auditions, and visiting with many cast members.

Maureen Selvin says, "Harry and I have always been impressed by the talent, dedication, and hard work of the young people who have appeared in Cabrillo Music Theatre shows. We've always wanted to find a way to recognize these qualities, and the scholarship is the result of that desire."

Adds Harry Selvin, "The key word for me has always been, 'Passion.' In business, in theatre, in life.... You have to have passion to really get ahead. The kids in Cabrillo shows present a great deal of passion in their work!"

The SELVIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP will be judged on an informal basis. All actors who appear in a Cabrillo Music Theatre show are eligible, regardless of size of role, with no special application required. Input will be provided by key members of the Cabrillo Music Theatre production staff who are close to the rehearsal and performance process, and who have unique insight into the performers' contributions. Attributes to be considered include raw talent, growth during the rehearsal/performance process, work ethic, treatment of other performers, staff and crew, and, of course, passion.

The final decision will be made during the show's run by Harry and Maureen Selvin, in consultation with Cabrillo's Artistic Director, Lewis Wilkenfeld. The award will be presented onstage, immediately preceding the final performance of a production, by the Selvins and Wilkenfeld. The most recent past recipient will also be invited to be part of the presentation.

The SELVIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP will commence with the first show of the 2014-15 season, Cabrillo Music Theatre's brand-new production of MEMPHIS, the first in this part of the country. MEMPHIS opens this Friday, November 14th, 2014, playing until Sunday, November 23rd, at the 1,800-seat Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks.

MEMPHIS will open on Friday, November 14th, 2014, and run through Sunday, November 23rd. Performances areThursday at 7:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm, and Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm. A post-show discussion with cast, staff, and audience will follow the Saturday, November 15th, 2:00pm performance. A signed performance for the deaf and hard-of-hearing will be on Friday, November 21st, at 8:00PM. The Selvin Charitable Foundation Scholarship will be presented immediately preceding the November 23rd, 2PM Performance.

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks, or through any Ticketmaster location, or by phone (800) 745-3000. For groups of 10 or more, call Group Sales, Cabrillo Music Theatre at (805) 497-8613 x3. Ticket prices range from $30-$75. For ticket and theatre information, call (805) 449-ARTS (2787). MEMPHIS performs exclusively at the Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Bank of America Performing Arts Center, at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks

CABRILLO MUSIC THEATRE's 2014-2015 Season "travels" from MEMPHIS to England with MARY POPPINS (April 17-26, 2015), and make a stop in OKLAHOMA! (July 17-26, 2015). This season also includes a "bonus" show in the Civic Arts Plaza's Scherr Forum Theatre, COMPANY (January 23-February 8, 2015). Single show and Season Tickets are available.

Cabrillo Music Theatre is the Ovation Award-winning Resident Musical Theatre Production Company of the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, and a non-profit theatre organization. For over three decades, Cabrillo has been enriching the cultural life of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties and the surrounding areas by providing an extraordinary performing arts experience through live, Broadway-quality productions of musical theatre. It is Cabrillo's mission to provide the highest quality musical experience, to foster educational opportunities, and to promote cultural and artistic enrichment to enhance the quality of life in Southern California. To this end, Cabrillo Music Theatre goes "Beyond the Footlights" with programs to give back to the community, and to provide enhanced theatre experiences for all audiences. Since the inception of "Beyond the Footlights," over 40,000 underserved children, in-need seniors, and active military have enjoyed Cabrillo Music Theatre's productions at no charge. In addition, Cabrillo provides ASL signed performances of every production; talkbacks with cast and staff; and Cabrillo's Animal Rescue program, which raises funds and awareness for homeless and abused dogs and cats.

For more information about Cabrillo Music Theatre's "Beyond the Footlights" programs call (805) 497-8613 x1 or write to info@cabrillomusictheatre.com.