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The Free State Festival celebrates the free spirit of Kansas with films that challenge, inspire and entertain. This signature annual event brings independent films, live music, comedy and art installations to venues throughout the vibrant city of Lawrence, Kansas. The festival is made possible through programming support from community partners, its sponsoring organization, the Lawrence Arts Center and the City of Lawrence’s Transient Guest Tax Grant Program.
Summer Youth Theatre Auditions
IN-PERSON AUDITIONS: SUNDAY, APRIL 30
CALLBACKS: MAY 1 & 2
Rehearsals and performances will occur indoors at the Lawrence Arts Center and 10th & Mass Studios. Register by April 28 at lawrenceartscenter.org.
SYT NOVICE/JUNIOR GRADES 4-8 AUDITIONS REQUIRED
SYT SENIOR GRADES 8-12, AUDITIONS REQUIRED
Access/VSA: On-Screen & Off!
GRADES 6-12
CHRISTIE SCANLIN DOBSON
This Kennedy Center Access/VSA program is specially designed for students of all abilities, with specific instruction developed for disabled students. Throughout the week, we will investigate storytelling on-screen and off as we learn about theater performance and filmmaking to create a collaborative short film.
CYVSA: 7/24-7/28, MO-FR; 9 am-3 pm, FREE
Honk! Jr., the Musical
TRISH NEUTEBOOM
Honk! Jr. is a heartwarming celebration of being different. Based on “The Ugly Duckling” by Hans Christian Andersen, Honk! Jr. tells the story of an odd-looking baby duck lured away from his mother. Follow Ugly’s wild adventure and the friends he makes until he reunites with his mother. Music by George Stiles. Book by Anthony Drewe.
Rehearsals: 3 weeks, May 30-June15, M-F 1-5PM
Performances: June 16th 7PM, June 17th 2PM & 7PM
CHONK: 5/30-6/17, MO;TU;WE;TH;FR; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM, $280 ($252)
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Fantasy on the Dance Floor
AMANDA PINTORE
Summer Youth Theatre invites you to the summer’s biggest party: A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Fantasy on the Dance Floor. Immerse yourself in an eccentric and glamorous theatrical party experience with music, food, dancing and surprises while Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream unfolds around you.
Rehearsals:
4 weeks, May 30-June 22, M-Th 4–9:30 PM & F 4–7 PM
Performances:
June 23rd 7PM, June 24th 2PM & 7PM
CMIDSUMMER: 5/30-6/22, MO-FR; 4:00 PM-9:30 PM, $330 ($297)
Cinderella, or How Pipsqueak the Mouse Became a Stallion
ELIZABETH SULLIVAN
This take on the classic fairy tale features Pipsqueak the mouse and his buddy Moose as they spin a tale of dragons, witches, slapstick and a Prince Charming, who was almost Prince Dave. Everyone still gets to live happily ever after, but you’ll never look at “Cinderella” the same again. Written by SYT alumnus Will Averill.
Rehearsals: 3 weeks, July 5-July 20, M-F 1–5 PM
Performances: July 21st 7PM, July 22nd 2PM & 7PM
CCINDER: 7/5-7/20, MO-FR; 1:00 PM-5:00 PM, $280 ($252)
The Prom, the Musical JUSTIN
You are invited to The Prom, a smash-hit musical about love, acceptance and embracing the person you were meant to be. Follow a troupe of hilarious, down-on-their-luck Broadway stars as they shake up a small Indiana town to rally behind a teen who wants to go to the prom with her girlfriend. Tony Award-nominated for Best Musical and winner of Best Musical Score. Music by Matthew Sklar. Lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin. Based on an original concept by Jack Viertel.
Rehearsals:
4 weeks, July 5-27, M-Th 4–9:30 PM & F 4–7 PM
Performances: July 28th 7PM, July 29th 2PM & 7PM
CPROM: 7/5-7/27, MO-FR; 4:00 PM-9:30 PM, $330 ($297)
SCHOOL OF THEATRE & MUSIC
Summer Youth Theatre Camps
Syt Rookie
Grades 1 To 4 No Auditions Necessary
In these weeklong Make-a-Play camps, SYT Rookies will focus on character building and developing their actor’s toolbox (body, voice and imagination) to create an original adventure story. A sharing will occur on the last day of class. These camps take place at 10th & Mass Studios.
Unicorns Unite
LEAH TOWLE
Off we go to a faraway land where the unicorns must work together to save the day!
CROOKA: 5/30-6/2, TU-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $100 ($90)
Barnyard Palooza
KAYLA SANDUSKY
It’s a party at the barnyard! Discover the fun animals and what happens when they get together for a palooza!
CROOKB: 6/5-6/9, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $125 ($112.50)
The Floor is Lava
LEAH TOWLE
Explore a volcano that’s getting lava everywhere! Watch out for the lava and see what else might erupt from the volcano.
CROOKC: 6/5-6/9, MO-FR; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $125 ($112.50)
Dino-Disco
LEAH TOWLE
Step back in time to join dinosaurs for their annual party on the dance floor.
CROOKD: 6/12-6/16, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $125 ($112.50)
It’s Raining Cats & Dogs
KAYLA SANDUSKY
With plenty of rain, cats and dogs, you will have a blast making up stories, acting out scenes and creating a unique play.
CROOKE: 6/20-6/23, TU-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $100 ($90)
Mystery Detectives
KALEN STOCKTON
Ready to unleash your inner detective? Think critically, use problem-solving skills, and make creative decisions while solving a mystery — and having fun!
CROOKF: 7/5-7/7, WE-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $75 ($67.50)
Oceans & Potions
LEAH TOWLE
Hold your breath! We’re going underwater to explore a world filled with fantastic sea creatures and magical powers.
CROOKG: 7/10-7/14, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $125 ($112.50)
Around the World in Only 5 Days!
KAYLA SANDUSKY
Are you ready for an adventure? We’ll take a five-day journey around the world to explore, discover and create a fantastic story!
CROOKH: 7/10-7/14, MO-FR; 1:00 PM-3:30 PM, $125 ($112.50)
Lost in Space
KAYLA SANDUSKY
Blast off! Go on a mission to explore planets, meet space creatures and take on challenges in outer space. From Mercury to Neptune, let your imaginations soar!
CROOKI: 7/17-7/21, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $125 ($112.50)
Cat Tales
LEAH TOWLE
What happens when cats are in charge of our stories? We’ll learn the fairy tales cats tell each other, which might be different from ours!
CROOKJ: 7/24-7/28, MO-FR; 9:00 AM-11:30 AM, $125 ($112.50)
Summer Youth Theatre
Syt Creative Play
PRESCHOOL-KINDERGARTEN
Join us for a Summer Youth Theatre experience for our youngest performers. Using their wildest imaginations, students will engage with each other through play and dramatic exploration. These classes take place at 10th & Mass Studios.
APRIL 21, 7 PM
June Session
APRIL 22, 7 PM
AMANDA PINTORE
CPLAY1: 6/12-6/16, MO-FR; 2:15 PM-3:15 PM, $70 ($63)
July Session
KAYLA SANDUSKY
CPLAY2: 7/24-7/28, MO-FR; 1:00 PM-2:00 PM, $70 ($63)
