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A Magical Journey Thru Stages
Upcoming
ONSTAGE NOVEMBER 7-9
It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Performed by students in Grades 2-6
CASTING NOVEMBER 17
Delilah seeks comfort in the pages of her favorite book, where she feels heard and understood by the handsome Prince Oliver. As the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur in both extraordinary and astonishing ways, Delilah discovers how to find her place in the real world while keeping her dreams alive.
Performed by students in Grades 6-10
WORKSHOP NOVEMBER 12
Led by the dynamic artistic team of Kristy Kosko and Katya Janover, Own the Room: Confidence in Every Audition is designed to empower young performers with the tools, mindset, and etiquette needed to shine in every audition. The workshop will culminate in a mock audition.
For students in Grades 5-12
ONSTAGE DECEMBER 5 - 7
Following two intertwining love stories – Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Mitchell’s beguiling sung-through musical pits industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love.
Performed by students in Grades 6-12
DINNER with FRIENDSGIVING
You are cordially invited to join us for a fun Stages tradition: the fall fundraiser! Dinner with Friendsgiving is a group of dinner parties hosted by Stages families that combine three of our favorite things: our love of food, fondness for fellowship, and support for Stages and our youth theater programs!
All events are for people age 21+
CASTING JANUARY 30
Five mysterious color-coded guests. A mansion. A murder. Can the killer get away with it? And how will the sleuths bring them to justice? This show hilariously skewers the tropes of the murder mystery: an airtight alibi, a long-winded monologue by a detective with an accent, an impossibly complicated Rube Goldberg murder device?
Performed by students in Grades 6-12
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Our Grant Supporters
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, A Magical Journey Thru Stages is grateful for the grant support
provided by these organizations below and all of our supporters to help us fulfill our mission.
National Endowment for the Arts
A Magical Journey Thru Stages programs are made possible through the support of the National Endowment for the Arts.
New York State Council on the Arts
A Magical Journey Thru Stages programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Monroe
County
A Magical Journey Thru Stages programs made possible through the support of the Monroe County Arts Grant.
Rochester Area Community Foundation
A Magical Journey Thru Stages programs are made possible through the support of the Rochester Area Community Foundation.
What We Offer
Acting
Come play at Stages in a number of classes designed to push our performers into more developed performers!
Open Mic Night
Calling all Singers, Dancers, Comedians, Poets, Musicians, and More! Here is your chance to show off an existing talent or explore something new! Students in grades 6-12 are invited to perform in a supportive and enthusiastic environment at Stages' Open Mic Night.
Improv Troupe
As a member of the Stages of the Game Teen Improv Troupe, students learn the basic elements of Comedy Improv to develop hilarious and compelling improv scenes. Oh yeah, and they have a ton of FUN!
Tech Training
There are as many people behind the scenes as there are on the stage to put up a great show. Students can take Sound Design, Light Design, and Stage Management workshops. They can even lead to assistantship opportunities!
Mainstage Productions
Fully-produced musicals and plays for students in grades 1-12, onstage and behind-the-scenes, led by carefully selected artistic teams and designers.
Assistantships
Interested in gaining practical experience in directing, choreography, music direction, costume design, lighting design, sound design, or even non-profit administration? Stages offers students the opportunity to apply their skills and build their resumes.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Kelly Metras
This is the best youth program in Rochester. We've done most of them, and not only are the shows top notch, but they are amazing to work with from the parents perspective and I know my kids are safe and thriving when they are here. They have all progressed in their abilities in ways that we never expected! And THEY ALL LOVE BEING HERE!!
Brenda Richey
STAGES hosts outstanding theater productions casting area children. What a wonderful place to get your child involved in community theater. Their performances are top notch. A real gem of an opportunity for children of all ages to be a part of a magical theatrical journey in their lives. Sign your child up today!
Stages Parent
I wanted to let you know that your program definitely lived up to its reputation as a community that develops artists!
Thank you for a great experience for my daughter!
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