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Tibbits to present Kids Summer Theatre Workshops in June

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COLDWATER – From learning acting techniques to design and show production, students interested in theatre have a chance to explore with professionals of Tibbits Summer Theatre during a week-long workshop June 11 through 17.

Veteran Tibbits Summer Theatre company member and theatre instructor Chad Tallon will lead two acting workshop sessions with assistance from company members Dennis Dizon and Rachel Sarles. Former Tibbits Technical Director Lexa Walker will lead the afternoon technical theatre workshop with assistance from company member Tyler Evans. The sessions culminate with one showcase on June 17 for students to show off their new skills.

The acting sessions are split into two: A morning session from 9am to noon is available to students grades 7-12 while the afternoon session from 1-4pm is available to students grades 3-6. Students will hone their acting skills. Through acting games and collaboration exercises students will learn to be comfortable on stage before quickly transferring into ‘rehearsal’ mode to work on the workshop’s performance showcase.

Additionally, the exciting 1-4pm afternoon session for students in grades 7-12 explores technical theatre and the world of theatrical design. Whether exploring lighting, prop, set, or sound design, the sessions will give a well-rounded, hands-on technical education where students will work on becoming the crew for the performance showcase (when they’re not performing, if they are doing both sessions).

No previous experience with theatre is required. Together the workshops will present a final showcase Saturday, June 17 at 3pm at Tibbits Opera House. A full workshop schedule is available at Tibbits.org. Parents are responsible for lunch and transportation between sessions.

The fee for one workshop session is $150 or $125 for Tibbits members. The fee to attend both workshop sessions is $250 with a discounted price of $200 for Tibbits members. Scholarships for a reduced workshop fee are available with an application deadline of May 19.

In addition to the workshop instruction, participants receive a t-shirt and a ticket to attend the Saturday June 17 performance of “Aladdin’s Luck”, a professional Tibbits Popcorn Theatre production.

Workshop registration must be completed by May 26. Online registration is available at Tibbits.org.

The workshop, now in its fifth year, is generously sponsored by Frederick Family Dental, ASAMA Coldwater Manufacturing, and the Babcoke family.

In their fourth year as a Tibbits sponsor, Dr. Frederick and his staff are excited to give to such a cultural cornerstone in the Coldwater community. Dr. Frederick says, “Tibbits was a part of my formative years. I took part in plays like The Music Man and A Christmas Carol, and volunteered as a stage hand for our high school productions. I am excited to now be able to start to give back all that Tibbits has given me.”

For the past three years, ASAMA Coldwater Manufacturing has co-sponsored this workshop. Asama Coldwater Manufacturing (ACM), a leader in manufacturing of precise and high quality products for the automotive industry, has been supporting Tibbits since it first opened the Coldwater facility in 1996.

This is the Babcoke family’s first year sponsoring the Kids Theatre Workshop.  Kathie & George Babcoke’s granddaughter, Peyton, has been a participant in the Theatre Workshop for two years and is returning for a third year this year. “It has been a great experience for her, and she has made many friends and learned a lot.” The Babcokes wanted to help support the Tibbits’ Theatre Workshop so that kids who want to take part can participate in this wonderful experience.

Workshop sessions will be held at the Hope Church in Coldwater, Tibbits, or another rehearsal location in Coldwater, with the showcase held at Tibbits Opera House, located at 14 S. Hanchett in Coldwater. For more information on the workshop or other Tibbits events call 517-278-6029 or visit Tibbits.org.

Students rehearse during the workshop sessions for the 2022 Summer Theatre Workshop at Tibbits. Students build scenery during the workshop sessions for the 2022 Summer Theatre Workshop at Tibbits. Students pose onstage after their showcase performance.

Students rehearse and build scenery during the workshop sessions for the 2022 Summer Theatre Workshop at Tibbits and pose onstage after their showcase performance. This year’s all-encompassing theatre workshop and showcase runs June 11-17.

Tibbits to present Kids Summer Theatre Workshops in July

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COLDWATER – From learning acting techniques to design and show production, students interested in theatre have a chance to explore with professionals of Tibbits Summer Theatre during a week-long workshop July 10 through 16.

Veteran Tibbits Summer Theatre company member and theatre instructor Chad Tallon, along with assistance from Tibbits company members Jesse Manson and Dennis Dizon, will lead two, week-long workshop sessions; one in performance and one in technical theatre. The sessions culminate with one showcase on July 16 for students to show off their new skills.

The morning session, available to students grades 3-12, focuses on performance and honing their acting skills. Students in performance will have activities based on age. Through games and collaboration exercises students will learn to be comfortable on stage before quickly transferring into ‘rehearsal’ mode to work on the camp’s performance showcase.

The exciting new afternoon session for students in grades 5-12 explores technical theatre and the world of theatrical design. Whether exploring lighting, prop, set, or sound design, the camp will give a well-rounded, hands-on technical education which students will utilize to design, build and run as crew for the performance showcase.

Tallon expressed, “With the summer camp numbers growing year by year and the addition of new technical components, it’s been exciting to watch the evolution of the entire experience.”

He added, “As we continue to grow and adapt, I’m beyond excited to share my love for theatre with the Coldwater community, and more importantly, excited to watch the kids have an unforgettable summer experience!”

Students can attend one or both workshop sessions. No previous experience is required. The acting workshop will mainly take place from 9am-12, with the technical workshop sessions from 1-4pm. Together the workshops will present a final showcase Saturday, July 16 at 2pm. A full workshop schedule is available at Tibbits.org. Parents are responsible for lunch and transportation between sessions.

The fee for one workshop session is $150 or $125 for Tibbits members. The fee to attend both workshop sessions is $250 with a discounted price of $200 for Tibbits members.

In addition to the workshop instruction, participants receive a t-shirt and a ticket to attend a musical version of “The Jungle Book”, a professional Tibbits Popcorn Theatre production created by Chad Tallon. The workshop will adapt to any COVID guidelines at the time the workshop takes place.

Workshop registration must be completed by June 24. Online registration is available at Tibbits.org. This workshop is generously sponsored by ASAMA Coldwater Manufacturing and Frederick Family Dental.

Workshop sessions will be held at the Free Methodist Church in Coldwater, Tibbits, or another rehearsal location in Coldwater, with the showcase held at Tibbits Opera House, located at 14 S. Hanchett in Coldwater. For more information on the workshop or other Tibbits events call 517-278-6029 or visit Tibbits.org.

Some of the older students perform during the showcase for the 2021 Summer Theatre Workshop at Tibbits, and pose with instructor Chad Tallon after the showcase. This year’s expanded all-encompassing theatre workshop and showcase runs July 10-16.

Tibbits Announces Kids Summer Theatre Workshop

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COLDWATER – Students can explore the world of theatre and performance through a newly expanded two-week summer workshop and showcase performance led by Tibbits Summer Theatre company member Chad Tallon.

After a successful implementation of the workshop last year, Tibbits has expanded the workshop to two weeks, running June 15 through 18 and June 22 through 26 with a showcase performance on Saturday, June 27. The workshop will adapt to any social distancing requirements still in effect.

Tallon, an experienced actor and drama teacher will lead students on an artistic adventure, exploring the world of theatre and honing their own skills through theatre games, role playing and performance activities. The primary goal is to have fun but through the process young actors will build their confidence, improve their public speaking skills and learn through teamwork. Participants will work together to build their basic theatre understanding and work individually on performances of their choice.

Tallon, a professional actor and teacher from Illinois, has worked as an actor all over the United States including five summers in Coldwater for Tibbits Summer Theatre. His favorite shows at Tibbits include “The Producers,” “Chicago,” “Funny Money,” and “Greater Tuna.”  Currently the drama teacher at Thomas Metcalf School in Bloomington, IL, Tallon has spent the last four years teaching drama to grades 1-8 and directing multiple productions during the school year. Tallon’s teaching experience began in 2011 while on a National Tour of “Taming of the Shrew” and “Of Mice and Men” where he worked as workshop master for young audiences. He taught at the college level before moving to Syracuse, NY to work as an actor, teaching fellow, and curriculum coordinator at the Redhouse Arts Center. In Syracuse, he worked with the youth of the Syracuse City School District in the classroom every day integrating theatre into the common core curriculum.

Students perform at the showcase for the 2019 Summer Theatre Workshop at Tibbits. This year’s expanded two-week theatre workshop and showcase runs June 15-27. Led by Tibbits Summer Theatre company member Chad Tallon it will introduce students to theatre games, role playing, performance techniques, music and more. Photo courtesy of Lisa Lawrence.

Workshop sessions are based on grade level.  Grades 3-5 will attend the workshop from 9am-12, while grades 6-12 will attend 1-4pm with both workshop sessions presenting a final showcase on Saturday, June 27 at 2pm.

The two-week session fee is $200 for non-Tibbits members and $175 for Tibbits or T-TAB Members, with discounted pricing of $175 for each additional family member enrolled. Those who lock in their registration prior to May 22 can even use the online discount code SAVE25 at checkout to save $25 off each registration.

In addition to the workshop instruction, students will receive a t-shirt and tickets to two summer shows. Scholarships and registration for this workshop must be completed by 29 and June 8, respectively. All materials for scholarships and online registration is available HERE.

The workshop is generously sponsored by Frederick Family Dental. Frederick Family Dental provides quality dentistry for the whole family in a comfortable, friendly environment. The staff prides itself on treating patients like family providing the best possible treatment options. They offer preventative dental care, cosmetic dentistry, same day crowns, fillings, root canals, and even handle dental emergencies. Locally owned and operated, they take the time to keep their patients informed, assist with insurance and billing and provide a comfortable supportive atmosphere.

Workshop sessions and the showcase will be held at Tibbits Opera House, located at 14 S. Hanchett in Coldwater. For more information on the workshop or other Tibbits events, contact Tirsha at 517-278-6029 or visit Tibbits.org.

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