Southern Rep to Expand Academy SRT; Presents ENCHANTED HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Plays Final Performance 12/13

Southern Rep, the region's premiere professional theatre, expands it's education branch Academy SRT to offer not only classes, but plays for kids and teens to do! Academy SRT's production of original play Enchanted Holiday Celebration will be directed by Academy SRT Instructor Julie Faust. Rehearsals begin November 30, 2009 with performances December 12 & 13, 2009 on stage at Southern Rep.

Through registering for an acting role in this production, children ages 6-12 will learn the play process from audition to performance in a professional theatre. Registration Cost: $175 (includes costumes and all materials). One full need-based scholarship and two 50% off need-based scholarships are available. Deadline to apply for scholarships is November 24th

Internships for teens ages 13-18 are also available for those interested in working creatively as a team. Interns will have the opportunity to work with theatre professionals and get hands-on experience. Academy SRT is seeking responsible teens in these areas: Assistant Directing, Stage Management, Costumes, Lights, Sound, Scenery & Prop Crafts

When all good children are tucked in bed and the mall closes on Christmas Eve, enchanted window display characters come to life and adventure to City Park for the Celebration in the Oaks! But wait... this year winter in New Orleans is just too hot for Jazzy Snowmen Bingo, Bango & Boingo to leave their snow-globe in the mall! Join Rudy the Red Nose Gator, Crawfish Carolers, Gingerbread Boys, Elves, and Tiny Tim as they leave no candy cane unturned in attempt to get their snow friends safely to the celebration without melting!

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to ensure placement. Registration can be completed online at www.southernrep.com or by calling Southern Rep at 504.523.9857.

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