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Birder Studio of Performing Arts

Rd. Heritage 801 Broadway Theatre

Birder Studio of Performing Studio Arts Birder of Performing A 501©3 Organization

801 Heritage Rd., De Pere, WI 54115

920-339-9999 www.birderonbroadway.org [email protected] showtix4u.com

ABOUT US ALICIA BIRDER, Executive/Artistic Director Alicia is Executive & Artistic Director of Birder Studio of Performing Arts, a 501©3 non-profit studio of performing arts. Alicia launched Birder Studio in 2010 to continue to develop arts education and entertainment for our community in hopes of nurturing creative, collaborative and well-rounded performers. Birder Studio programming is based on Alicia’s belief that all children should have the opportunity to experience the joy and thrill of the theatre and live performing. From this experience, they will gain artistic and social maturity.

OUR MISSION: TO EDUCATE, INSPIRE, CREATE, ACHIEVE! Our artistic educational program is for students of all ages and levels in the performing arts. It instills confidence, creativity and discipline. The training program includes musical theatre, acting, voice, jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical, Irish dance, ballroom dance, piano, stage management, yoga and Zumba. Our professional staff welcomes you to visit!

OUR CAUSE: ARTS EDUCATION FOR ALL We are committed to providing a secure foundation in the arts for both children and adults. As a 501©3 non-profit organization, we seek to make arts education accessible and affordable to all youth in the Greater Green Bay Area. Through our scholarships and community outreach efforts, donations help us provide live entertainment and arts education to those who would not otherwise experience it.

OUR VISION: AN ARTS INSPIRED COMMUNITY We hope that our programming not only instills a love and appreciation for the performing arts in our community, but also an adept understanding of artistic influence. We envision live entertainment and arts education accessibility for adults and children alike. In this digital era, we hope to inspire our community’s professional & personal lives by fostering a community-centered artistic culture.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Find Us: Birder Studio: 801 Heritage Rd, De Pere, WI 54115 Broadway Theatre: 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115

Contact Us: 920-339-9999; [email protected]

Learn More: www.birderonbroadway.org

Age Minimum: All students must be the class-required age by May 30, 2019 (no exceptions)

Attire Policy: Students are requested to wear comfortable clothing suitable for dancing, and floor sitting. Street shoes are not allowed on our studio’s floors. All students must wear jazz or ballet shoes. Sandals, socks and bare feet are not permitted.

TICKETS All seats are reserved. Tickets prices are $8 online - $11 at the Door Order on line: @ showtix4u.com or call the Box Office @ 920-445-5669 Purchase 30 minutes before curtain at Broadway Theatre 123 S. Broadway, De Pere

SUPPORT Birder Studio is a 501©3 non-profit organization. We are grateful for our contributors’ support. Please consider sponsoring a summer camp experience for a child.

I would like to make a donation to Birder Studio of Performing Arts. $______I would like to “Adopt a Performer” by sponsoring a summer camp for ___ student(s) $ ______All donations are tax deductible Donation $ ______

Private Study Summer Session: Our “On Broadway Theatre Workshops” allow all youth who ON choose to participate the experience, joy and thrill of performing BROADWAY on stage. No one is eliminated by audition. We believe it is Voice, Tap, Jazz, Irish Dance, Ballroom, Acting essential that all students have the opportunity to perform with regardless of age or ability. Through the rehearsal process, Age 7-Adult 6 Week Session 30 min $180 backstage management and performance experiences, each 45 min $270 BIRDER child will gain artistic and social maturity. This is our Studio’s goal. Many classes and productions culminate in performances STUDIO! 7 Week Session 30 min $210 for our friends, family and community. See our Summer 2019 45 min $315 Performance Schedule for Broadway Theatre performances.

Rose Costello offering Summer Private Piano Sessions ON BROADWAY THEATRE SUMMER Bringing Birder Studio 20+ years of teaching both Suzuki and Traditional methods. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Call the studio for scheduling. Show Date Performance Times

Me, My Selfie & I TH June 13 1:00 Annie Kids FR June 21 11:00 & 1:00 Disney Mania FR June 28 12:30 Mary Poppins, Jr. TH July 18, FR July 19 11:00 & 2:00 Wee Actors “Songs On Broadway” FR July 26 12:00 The Epic Tale of Beauty and the Beast FR July 26 10:30 & 12:00 Prince/Princess Camp FR Aug 2 12:30 Give My Regards to Broadway FR Aug 2 12:30 Rainbow Fish Musical TH Aug 15 2:00 FR Aug 16 12:00 & 2:00

REGISTRATION/TUITION INFORMATION

Registration is available online or in person at our Studio location: 801 Heritage Rd. De Pere, WI 54115

Directed by: Chad Lemerande Payments payable to: Birder Studio of Performing Arts All payments are non-refundable Choreographed by: Ana Bakken ● Tuition for summer camps and classes must be paid in full upon registration. ● Payments in full before April 1, 2019 will receive a $15 off tuition. September 13, 20 7:00 p.m. ● Families with 2 or more students enrolled may deduct $50 for 3rd child’s tuition. September 14, 21 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. ● Families requesting special payment arrangements please contact the studio office at 920-339-9999.

• Families enrolling in 2 or more camps must pay one-week tuition with registration. Box Office: 920-445-5669 o Each additional week’s payment is due one week prior to camp date to secure enrollment. birderonbroadway.org 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115 MAY WORKSHOPS Legally Blonde The Musical Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

Lion King Weekly Ballroom Sessions:

Vocal/Acting Scenes & Songs from LION KING Learn Ballroom basics in dances like the Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Cha Cha, Paso, Jive and so much more! Hone your acting and vocal skills in this workshop designed to explore your vocal and physical creativity with Ballroom dance does not require you to have a partner to join. Advance your dance skills by learning how to selections from LION KING! dance with a partner, whether that be socially or competitively.

Age 4-12 T May 14, 21, 28, June 4 4:15-5:15 $60 Tuesdays: June 18, 25 & July 9, 16, 23:

INTRO TO PRIVATE VOICE Ballroom Age 16-Adult 6:00-7:00 $115

A group vocal performance class introducing students to skills required in preparation to begin solo vocal Tuesdays: July 30 & August 6, 13, 20, 27: performing.

Age 6-12 T May 14, 21, 28, June 4 5:15-6:00 $60 Ballroom Age 16-Adult 6:00-7:00 $115

Tuesdays: June 18, 25 & July 9, 16, 23:

SUMMER CAMPS JUNE-AUGUST Ballroom Age 5-8 3:30-4:00 $65

June 10-13 Tuesdays: July 30 & August 6, 13, 20, 27: Me, My Selfie & I June 10-13 M-TH Ballroom Age 9-15 4:00-4:45 $75 Through a series of scenes and monologues – everything from a most unusual art exhibit to creating that last, best selfie. We meet a group of teens that are struggling to find a balance between documenting their lives and Week of June 22-26 living them. A one act “dramedy” to explore the world we live in.

Age 11-17 M-TH 1:00-3:00 $100 Dance Explosion! $75 per class $200 full session

Performance: Thursday, June 13, Broadway Theatre 1:00 Age 7-11 Age 11-up ]

Ballet 12:30-1:10 Tap 12:30-1:10 June 17-21 Tap 1:10-1:50 Ballet 1:10-1:50 Annie Kids June 17-21 M-F Lyrical 2:00-2:40 Jazz 2:00-2:40 It’s a hard knock life! One of our most beloved musical camps! This workshop introduces the young actor to the Jazz 2:40-3:20 Lyrical 2:40-3:20 joys of live theatre. Through the heartwarming story of the little red head our campers will showcase their acting, singing and dancing skills on the Broadway Theatre stage. Irish Dance 3:30-4:10 Irish Dance 3:30-4:10

Age 9-16 Actors 10:00-3:30 $200 Week of August 19-23 Specialty Workshops M-TH (FRI: 9:30-2)

Age 6-10 Orphan Ensemble 11:00-12:30 $90 ARTSREET PERFORMERS

M-F (FRI: 11-2) (Musical Theatre, Songland & Irish Dance students will perform at Artstreet, SAT Aug 24, 2019)

Performances: Friday, June 21, Broadway Theatre 11:00 & 1:00 Age 5-10 $75

June 24-28 Age 7-11 $75

Age 11-up $75 Disney Mania (enrollment limited) Back by popular demand! June 24-28 M-F

Explore the world of pretend and imagination while performing musical selections from Tangled, Frozen & Moana. Age 5-10 Songland 9:30-10:30

Age 7-12 M-F 10:00-1:00 $150 Age 3-6 M-F 11:30-1:00 $90 Age 7-11 Musical Theatre 10:30-11:25 Irish Dance 11:30-12:55

Performance: Friday, June 28, Broadway Theatre 12:30 Age 11-up Irish Dance 10:30-11:25 Musical Theatre 11:30-1:00 SUMMER DANCE SUMMER INSTRUCTORS

Mary Poppins, Jr. July 8-12 M-F Ana Lissa Bakken Business Development Associate, Instructor & July 15-19

Ana has a B.A. in Vocal Performance and Communication Media Studies from St. Norbert College. She is a seasoned Mary Poppins, JR., is great fun for the whole family. Young performers will be excited to portray the performer, having performed in countless musicals. Highlights include Mamma Mia (Sophie), PIPPIN (Showgirl/Catherine), characters from the popular classic in this fantastical musical extravaganza. CATS (Demeter), A Chorus Line (Val) and Into the Woods (Cinderella). Ana has been an instructor at Birder Studio for seven years. She received her 200-hour yoga certification from Core Power Yoga in Minneapolis, MN. Age 10-18 Principal Actor 2 week $400 M-F July 8-12 & July 15-19 10:00-3:00 Chad Lemerande Production Manager, Instructor Age 10-18 Supporting Actor 2 week $200 Chad has been involved musically in the Green Bay/De Pere area for over 30 years as a performer, teacher and director. M-W July 8-12 & July 15-19 12:30-3:00 He graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Norbert College in 1991 with a BA in Music Education. He directed the SNC TH-F July 18-19 10:00-3:00 Swinging Knights from 1993-1997. Chad also held the position of Music Director at Grace Lutheran Church in Green Bay from 1995-2015. With Birder Studio, Chad is a core member of Birder Players, Resident Music Director, Production Mary Poppins, Jr. July 15-19 M-F

Manager and Instructor. Age 6-14 Ensemble Actor 1 week $100 M-F July 15-17 10:00-3:00 Kris Weaver Instructor

Kris is the 4-6 grade orchestra director in the De Pere school district. She also teaches the String Methods course at St. Performances: Thursday, July 18, Broadway Theatre 11:00 & 2:00 Norbert College. Kris received a degree in music from Luther College, focusing on string bass performance and music Friday, July 19, Broadway Theatre 11:00 & 2:00 history. She earned her education degree from St. Norbert College and her master’s degree in Applied Teaching and Learning from UW-Green Bay. She belongs to the American String Teachers’ Association and the Viola da Gamba Society Week of July 22-26 of America. Kris has enjoyed her performances in Birder Players A Christmas Carol, The Musical, and Pippin. The Epic Tale of Beauty and the Beast...... Briefly July 22-26 M-F Mina Witte Instructor We just can’t get enough of this tale as old as time. The story is familiar, but the lessons about the power of love Mina has danced her entire life and brings over 20 years dance experience in Irish, ballroom, ballet and contemporary. and beauty that is more than skin deep never get old. Put your drama skills to work and showcase your talents in Mina holds numerous regional, national and world Irish and Ballroom Dance Titles. As well as top female teaching awards this classic of a tale. and countless shared joys of student titles and awards. Mina’s favorite dancing moments were when she got to perform with musical groups such as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Gaelic Storm. Age 8-17 M-F Actors 9:30-12:00 $125

Michael Witte Instructor Performances: Friday July 26, Broadway Theatre 10:30 & 12:00

Michael brings over 11 years of Ballroom Dance experience. Michael specializes in both American and International Style Ballroom Dance. He has won numerous Wisconsin State Amateur Championships, several top male teacher awards, Wee Actors “Songs on Broadway” along with the shared joyed of countless student’s titles and awards. Michael also teaches science at Washington Middle School. This is a camp designed to introduce our young performers to the stage. Each student will prepare and perform vocal selections on our Broadway Stage - The Talent show of all talent shows!

Jenna Peterson Administrator, Instructor Age 4-12 M-F 12:00-1:00 $60

Jenna joined the staff of Birder Studio after being a student for 13 years. She is a student at UWGB and is majoring in K- Performance: Friday, July 26, Broadway Theatre 12:00 12 Choral/General Music Education. Jenna has always had a strong passion for working with children and she loves teaching children about music and theatre. She also has found passion in the backstage world working as Stage Manager Week of July 29-August 2 for several Birder Players and Birder Studio productions over the last few years. Give My Regards to Broadway July 29-Aug 2 M-F Carrie Bressers ARTreach Director, Box Office Manager Combine the greatest show tunes of George M. Cohan with a sparkling story and you have the most entertaining, Carrie Bressers is a community organizer originally from Kankakee, Illinois. She holds a BS in Business Administration charming musical of the season. Lots of song and dance! from Valparaiso University, and honed her skills in the medical, printing, and, later, the outreach ministry fields in Indianapolis while staying home with her two children, Jackson and Charlotte. She currently leads fitness classes for the Age 10-18 All Actors 1 week $200 City of De Pere and the Greater Green Bay YMCA, serves on the Board of Directors for the De Pere Historical Society, M-F July 29-Aug 2 10:00-3:00 and coaches a state-qualified Destination Imagination team of girls in grades 4&5. Carrie developed her passion for the performing arts as a young woman through her many years of school and church choirs, and credits her school plays and Age 6-14 All Actors 1 week $125 summer youth theater programs for much of the confidence and tenacity she built up as a student. M-F July 29-Aug 2 11:30-2:00

Performance: Friday, August 2, Broadway Theatre 12:30

Dance Explosion! (See Summer Dance Section) SUMMER CAMPS JULY-AUGUST (continued) SUMMER CAMPS JULY-AUGUST (continued)

Week of July 8-12 & 15-19

Week of July 29-August 2 WHAT: Each year Birder Studio offers a Continuing Student Placement Workshop.

Prince/Princess Camp July 29-Aug 2 M-F WHO: This workshop is a MANDATORY workshop for any student currently in our Triple Threat Classes (TTC, TTB, TTA, Senior TT and Troupe 1 & 2), TAC, Advanced Musical Theatre.It is ALSO FOR any current Who doesn’t want to be royalty for a day? Disney musical favorites like Cinderella, Little Mermaid and Frozen are student that is in any other class (Vocal Performance, Acting, Vocal/Acting and Dance Classes) that may be used to discover creative play, song and stage movement. All students come each day in their favorite dress-up interested in being placed in one of these groups for our 2019-20 season. clothes culminating with a stage performance.

Age 4-6 All Actors 1 week $125 DETAILS: We will evaluate practical technique and skills taught in our program and conclude the workshop with a little M-F July 29-Aug 2 12:00-1:00 picnic celebration!

Age 6-12 All Actors 1 week $125 WHY: This workshop provides a personal evaluation for all students. The workshop formula includes that of a M-F July 29-Aug 2 11:00-1:00 mock-audition which is rudimentary for all performers. It also aids the studio in creating a schedule that will provide the educational needs of our studio families and performers. Performance: Friday, August 2, Broadway Theatre 12:00

WHEN: April 29, 4:00 - 5:30 Irish Dance

o New Students (Ages 5-12) Learn how to Irish Step Dance popularized by the Broadway show Riverdance. Be introduced to soft shoe dance o Current students not in performing group styles like the reel and slip jig and hard shoe dances like the hornpipe and treble jig.

o Students in the following classes: Triple Threat C, Triple Threat B, Triple Threat A Irish Dance Age 5-11 3:30-4:00 $75 April 29, 5:30 - 7:00 Irish Dance Age 12-up 4:00-4:45 $75 o New Students (Ages 12 and up) Week of August 5-9 & 12-16 o Current performing group students in TAC, Senior Triple Threat, Troupe 1 & 2

Rainbow Fish Musical August 5-9 & Aug 12-16 HOW: Please fill out the form handed out in class or pick one up at the office and return it to the studio office with your payment of $20. You must be pre-registered. Should you want to attend but have a conflict that will not allow you to you MUST still send your registration in with your $20 payment. We will then include you in our Everybody loves the international bestseller, The Rainbow Fish, with its wonderful message of friendship and placement decision. You may be called in for a private evaluation. belonging. Join us and bring the magical, colorful world of the deep blue sea to life on our stage!

Age 9-17 Principal Actor 2 week $400 th M-F August 5-9, August 12-16 10:00-3:00 AUGUST/FALL STUDENT MUSICAL (8 grade – up)

Age 8-14 Ensemble Actor 1 week $200 Legally Blonde, Jr. $245 M-F August 12-16 10:00-3:00 We are excited to announce our 2019 Season’s first production: Legally Blonde, Jr. Please note: Registration for

the Fall of 2019-20 must be completed in order to register and audition for Legally Blonde, Jr. Rehearsals begin Age 5-11 Fish Chorus 1 week $75 in August. Our fall 2019-20 placement/brochure will be available June 15. M-TH August 12-15 12:00-2:00 F August 16 12:00-3:00 Registration Deadline: Friday, July 12, 2019 Once registered you will be given an audition time.

th Performances: Thursday, August 15, Broadway Theatre 2:00 Age: 14 (8 grade)-18 Birder Studio of Performing Arts Students (no exceptions)

Friday, August 16, Broadway Theatre 12:00 & 2:00 Audition Date: Monday July 22nd & Tuesday July 23rd

Make-up Workshop Aug 12-16 M-F Rehearsal Schedule: August 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 3:00pm-6:00pm August 20, 21, 22 TBD Learn the basics of stage make-up with a hands on approach. Be the make-up and hair designers for our September 3, 4, 5, 6 6:30pm-9:00pm production of THE RAINBOW FISH MUSICAL and show your work on stage in the performance August 15 & 16. Tech and Dress: September 7, 8 TBD September 10, 11, 12 TBD Age 11-17 M-F Aug 12-16 10:00-2:00 $125 Performance Schedule: September 13, 14, 20, 21 Times TBD Continuing Master Class

Monday April 29th, 2019 $20