A Non-profit (501©3) Studio of Performing Arts
2021-22
To educate, inspire, create and achieve!
De Pere, WI 54115 Studio: 801 Heritage Rd, Ste. B., De Pere, WI 54115 801 Heritage Rd, Ste. B Broadway Theatre: 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115 920-339-9999 | www.birderonbroadway.org Birder Studio of Performing Arts [email protected]
Note from our Executive/Artistic Director:
Hello!
Birder Studio of Performing Arts offers programs in all shapes, small sizes and safe settings. If you, your child or a friend has an interest in the arts, Birder Studio is the place for you. Perhaps you like to dance, act, sing or even build creative things. Maybe you are interested in television, film or backstage production. We want our students to thrive so we provide educational opportunities for them to do so. The dedicated focus of our instructors enables both introductory and intensive training in the performing arts and peripheral exposure to other performance areas. I welcome you to make an appointment and see all we do to enrich our community with the performing arts.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Alicia Birder 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 STUDIO INFORMATION: confidence, creativity and discipline. The training program includes jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, musical theatre, Location: Birder Studio 801 Heritage Rd, Ste. B., De Pere, WI 54115 acting, voice, piano, stage management, yoga and Zumba. Our professional staff welcomes you to visit! Broadway Theatre 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115 Phone Studio: 920-339-9999 Box Office: 920-445-5669 OUR CAUSE: Arts education for all! Tuition: Payable to: Birder Studio of Performing Arts; Payments are non-refundable. We are committed to providing a secure foundation in the arts for both children and adults. As a 501©3, E-mail: [email protected] non-profit organization, we also seek to make arts education accessible and affordable to all children in the Age: All students must meet age requirement for classes by: Greater Green Bay Area. Through our scholarship programs and other community outreach efforts, January 31, 2022: first semester (no exceptions) donations enable us to provide live entertainment and classes to those who would not otherwise have the May 31, 2022: second semester (no exceptions) opportunity.
THEATRE PERFORMANCE TICKETS:
Tickets on performance days: Broadway Theatre, 123 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI 54115 (One hour before showtime) OUR VISION: An arts inspired community! Tickets on all other days: Birder Studio, 801 Heritage Rd, Ste. B, De Pere, WI 54115 We hope that our programming not only instills a love and appreciation for the performing arts in our Monday – Thursday, 1:00pm – 4:00pm community, but also an adept understanding of artistic influence. We envision live entertainment and arts Theatre Box Office: 920-445-5669 OR online website link: birderonbroadway.org education accessibility for adults and children alike. In this digital era, we hope to inspire our community’s Hours: 12:00pm – 3:00pm professional & personal lives, by fostering a community-centered artistic culture that encourages
communication, expression and the value of giving back. PAYMENT OPTIONS Payments payable to: Birder Studio of Performing Arts Payments are non-refundable. 1) Tuition may be paid in full. 2) Tuition may be paid monthly over an 8-month period. SUPPORTING MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM: Birder Studio uses MindBody, a user-friendly registration portal. BIRDER STUDIO OF PERFORMING ARTS is Northeast Wisconsin’s only non-profit performing arts studio for All information is on birderonbroadway.org. children and adults. Supporting members help by providing critical funding to help cover the ongoing costs of running a dynamic and multi-faceted educational community program. Additionally, monetary support ADDED CLASS PLAN/FAMILY PLAN enables outreach programs that bring the excitement of live theatre, arts classes, & communication skills *Any triple threat student may add a general study/dance class for $300 per year. to many children. *Families with three or more students enrolled receive a $150 deduction from total tuition by calling our office at 920-339-9999.
STUDIO INSTRUCTORS SUPPORT Birder Studio is a 501©3 non-profit organization Birder Studio has diverse, talented, teaching and professional artists and directors that complement the creativity and discovery of each student. Instructors teach students life-skills We are grateful for the support of our contributors. and tools to explore the human experience through performing. Adopt a student for our 2021-22 Season
CLASSROOM AND PERFORMANCE APPAREL Birder Studio of Performing Arts has a dress code. Please see our website for order details; I would like to make a donation to Birder Studio of Performing Arts. Donation $______birderonbroadway.org/apparel. See studio calendar for fitting dates/times. (Your donation is tax deductible) Check #______
Birder Studio Holiday Pops Concert Birder Studio of Performing Arts Studio Calendar 2021-22 Weidner Center for the Performing Arts Aug 18 W 1:00-5:00 Apparel fittings for students’ performance attire by appointment Aug 25 W 1:00-5:00 Apparel fittings for students’ performance attire by appointment Dec 11 2:30 pm Aug 26 Th 4:00-5:30 A Christmas Carol, The Musical: Auditions for Ages 9-18 (Children must sign up for an audition time via SignUp Genius) Aug 26 Th 6:30-8:00 A Christmas Carol, The Musical: Auditions for Adults Our entire student body will perform in this joyous concert. (Excluding those Aug 31 T By appt. Auditions: Student Scholarships enrolled only in dance). Holiday Pops! is a spellbinding experience celebrating Sept 1 W 4:00-5:30 Apparel fittings for students’ performance attire by appointment the sounds and sights of the season. Join the Dudley Birder Chorale and Birder Sept 13 M Semester 1 classes begin (September 14 – December 5) Studio of Performing Arts as they sing all your festive favorites with a full Sept 29-Oct 17 Time Varies Birder Players present: Mamma Mia! orchestra. It really is the most wonderful time of the year! Nov 21 – Nov 28 Thanksgiving Break–Studio closed-No Classes Dec 2 Th 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Dec 3 F 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Dec 4 Sa 4:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Birder Players Christmas Cabaret Dec 5 Su 2:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Broadway Theatre Dec 6 – Jan 30 Winter Break – No Classes Dec 8 W 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical To Be Announced 6:30 pm Dec 9 Th 4:00-8:00 Rehearsal Holiday Pops-Weidner Center- call times vary Dec 10 F 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Birder Players Christmas Cabaret is a loorshow of dancing, singing and other light Dec 11 Sa 2:30 Holiday Pops performance-Weidner Center-call times vary entertainment by our professional talented staff and friends. Join us for an evening Dec 12 Su 2:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical of holiday charm and entertainment at Broadway Theatre! All proceeds support our Dec 14 T 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical student scholarship fund. Dec 15 W 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Dec 16 Th 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Dec 17 F 7:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical
Dec 18 Sa 2:00 Birder Players present: A Christmas Carol, The Musical Jan 13 Th 6:30 Birder Studio Students present: Suessical, Jr. Birder Players Jan 14 F 6:30 Birder Studio Students present: Suessical, Jr. Jan 15 Sa 1:00 & 4:00 Birder Studio Students present: Suessical, Jr. Broadway Theatre Jan 16 Su 1:00 & 4:00 Birder Studio Students present: Suessical, Jr.
Jan 20 Th 4:00-6:30 Auditions for Beauty and the Beast, Jr. ages 11-18 Jan 31 M Semester 2 classes begin (January 31 – April 30) Birder Players is a professional cast of local performers sharing their talents and March 19 – April 2 Spring Break – No Classes creativity with our local community in some of our favorite musical productions. April 7 Th 7:00 Birder Studio Students present: Godspell, Jr. The proceeds from our Birder Player entertainment and productions support our April 8 F 7:00 Birder Studio Students present: Godspell, Jr student scholarship fund and ARTreach program. April 9 Sa 3:30 & 7:00 Birder Studio Students present: Godspell, Jr April 10 Su 1:00 & 4:00 Birder Studio Students present: Godspell, Jr
Apr 28 Th TBD Student Private Study Recital - Broadway Theatre
Apr 29 F TBD Student Private Study Recital - Broadway Theatre Mamma Mia! Apr 30 Sa TBD Student Private Study Recital - Broadway Theatre May 1 Su 9:00 am Spring Showcase Rehearsal-call times vary May 1 Su 3:30 Spring Showcase, Broadway Theatre September 29, 30 & October 1, 2, 5, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 May 2 M 4:00-7:00 Continuing Student Master Class Evaluation: Broadway Theatre May 11 W 6:30 Birder Studio Students presents: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Jr. May 12 Th 6:30 Birder Studio Students presents: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Jr. May 13 F 6:30 Birder Studio Students presents: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Jr. May 14 Sa 3:30 & 6:30 Birder Studio Students presents: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Jr. A Christmas Carol, The Musical May 15 Su 1:00 Birder Studio Students presents: Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Jr.
December 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 Birder Studio, where artists come to life!
GENERAL STUDY: Acting, Vocal, Private Study, Yoga, Stage Management PERFORMANCE GROUPS:
Prep Performers An audition is required to be placed in any of the following classes. 6-9 M 6:15–7:00 $530 Please contact the studio to arrange for an assessment.
Acting is Fun Troupe A, B, C, D, E: 7-12 M 4:45-5:30 $530 The “Triple Threat Performer” program is designed to provide an opportunity for the TAC: Teen Actors Company serious performer to delve into all critical areas of performing: acting, singing, tap, jazz, 13-19 M 5:30-6:30 $575 hip hop, private voice or acting. (Audition required) Intro To Performing 10-14 W 5:15-6:00 $530 TAC: TEEN ACTORS COMPANY:
Vocal/Acting A drama company offered for our interested teen actors focusing on learning to delve into 7-11 Th 4:15-5:00 $530 the art of Improvisation and scene study. Students will explore acting in the form of live
theatre in which the plot, character and dialogue of a game, scene or story are made up in Advanced Musical Theatre the moment. Culminating with a class dramatic play at Broadway Theatre. (No audition 11-18 Th 6:00-7:00 $530 required)
Acting the Song 11-18 Th 7:00-7:45 $530 DANCE:
Stage Management Beginner Ballet: 12-up (see Class Descriptions) Student Productions Select Show Option Basic fundamentals of the art form will be covered in order to set a solid foundation. Suessical, JR. $245 Syllabus follows introductory Russian Method training concepts. Beauty and the Beast, JR. $245 Yoga: Vinyasa Flow Intermediate Teen Ballet + Pointe:
Age 14+ W 6:30-7:30 $100/10 class pack Instructor permission only. Intermediate and advanced concepts of class work will be covered including weekly Pointe lesson. Private Study (2 semesters) M-F As scheduled
Private voice, piano, dance, yoga 30 min. $720 55 min. $1340 Advanced/Beginner + Pre-Pointe:
Continued study of basic technique with the addition of exercises to prepare the student DANCE: for Pointe work in near future. All students who are "En Pointe" will be allowed with instructor permission only. Syllabus follows formal work of Russian Method training. Beginner Ballet Age 8-10 Th 5:00-6:00 $650 Teen Beginner Jazz:
Advanced/Beginner + Pre-Pointe We will explore traditional concepts behind jazz dance techniques including styles in Age 10+ T 6:15-7:30 $800 lyrical and hip hop. Intermediate Teen Ballet + Pointe Hip Hop: Level Based Th 6:00-8:00 $1200 Teen Beginner Jazz Explore fusion dance genre that incorporates elements of isolation, popping, locking, breaking, and other styles typically performed to hip hop music. Level Based W 4:30-5:15 $530 Hip Hop Mini Movers: Age 8-12 T 4:45-5:30 $530 Using coordination, musicality, imagery and imagination, we will explore skills to move in Mini Movers a fun, engaging environment. Age 5-7 W 6:15-7:00 $530
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS PERFORMANCE GROUPS:
Placement in the following classes is by audition only. Call the studio for an assessment. GENERAL STUDY: Troupe E (one day class) ACTING THE SONG: A song is just a story. Let’s explore further why the writer chose the words they did, the T 4:30-6:15 $890 swells in music or the vowel sounds - and how they can fully express the story and Troupe D (one day class and 30 min. semi-private voice) connect deeper to your audience. W 4:45-6:30 $1635
ACTING IS FUN: Troupe C (one day class and 30 min. private voice) This theatrically fun class will cultivate creativity, clever exploring & con idence! M 5:30-7:30 $1755
INTRO TO PERFORMING, VOCAL/ACTING & ADVANCED MUSICAL THEATRE: (55 min. voice) $2420 Begin your performance education with improvisation, game playing, creative drama and Troupe B (one day class and 30 min. private voice) vocal performance. Students will develop singing, acting and musical theatre skills T 5:30-7:45 $1900 through the analysis, rehearsal and performance of scenes and songs from select pieces. (55 min. voice) $2420 PREP PERFORMERS: TAC: Teen Actors Company In this class, we develop the fundamentals of acting, musical theatre, song, dance and stage 13-18 M 5:30-6:30 $575 personality. Recommended as the beginning class for our triple threat want to be’s! Troupe A (one day class and 30 min. private voice) STAGE MANAGEMENT: T 5:30-7:45 $1900 This class offers an opportunity to learn the backstage skills necessary to organize and manage a production. Students will participate as a stagehand in the production by (55 min. voice) $2420 running sound, lights and/or stage-managing the production of your choice. This is a ADULT CLASSES: Yoga, Barre, Dance, Private Study hands on educational experience! Adult Ballet M 5:15-6:15 TAC: TEEN ACTORS COMPANY: Adult Ac ng T 7:45-8:30 $520 A drama company offered for our interested teen actors focusing on learning to delve into Adult Jazz W 5:15-6:15 the art of Improvisation and scene study. Students will explore acting in the form of live Dance Cardio Th 4:45-5:30 theatre in which the plot, character and dialogue of a game, scene or story are made up in Adult Private Voice Ind Scheduled per semester $360 the moment. Culminating with a class dramatic play at Broadway Theatre. (No audition required) Adult Jazz w/ Leslie Gungor: Come join us as we explore traditional jazz dance, hip hop and lyrical dance styles to get PRIVATE STUDY: our heart pumping and feet moving! No prior experience needed; beginners welcome! All Please call the studio to schedule. movements will be broken down from warmup, steps/combinations, and end with a relaxing cool down stretch.
Birder Studio offers private lessons in acting, dance, piano, music theory, yoga and voice for groups and individuals. We have professional instructors who can tailor a private Adult Ballet w/Leslie Gungor: lesson or session to build con idence, sharpen presentation and prepare students for Experience the beauty of classical ballet as we go through exercises at the barre and auditions. Available as a session or to meet special artistic needs. center. All steps will be broken down for the beginner student based off of the concepts behind Russian training. Piano w/ Rose Costello Ms. Rose has been teaching piano for 25 years and has degrees/certi ications in music, Adult Private Voice w/ Ana Bakken: education, and special needs. She teaches both traditional and Suzuki piano methods, Learn vocal techniques to improve your singing, ways to preserve your voice, and incorporating technique, listening, and theory into each as appropriate. Weekly private performance/audition tips. Ongoing sessions are available for those who seek regular lessons are geared to individual needs and interests; periodic group lessons bring instruction, or single sessions can be chosen to help prepare for auditions, competitions or perspective, socialization and further understanding of musical concepts with events. performance opportunities during the year. Ms. Rose works carefully to build strong foundations, enriching experiences and overall con idence. All ages and stages, 4 through adult, are welcome, and can start at any time during the year. Contact Birder Studio or Ms. For pricing and yoga/barre times, please check: Rose for details ([email protected]). birderonbroadway.org/yoga- itness.
MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTIONS:
This year, Birder Studio is producing two student shows at Broadway Theatre ful illing all Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, JR. positions onstage and behind-the-scenes. This includes lighting, sound, scenic design and stage management. Performances:
May 11, 12, 13, & 15
Winter Musical Theatre Production: Suessical, JR., Grade 1 - 12
Spring Musical Theatre Production: Beauty & The Beast, JR., Grade 1 -12
WHO SHOULD REGISTER TO BE IN A MUSICAL? Registration Deadline: Friday, January 7, 2022 Principal & Supporting Actors Audition (age 11-18): Jan. 12 Performing in front of a live audience broadens a student’s education, allowing them to Ensemble: Ages 6-10 (no audition) showcase the skills they are learning in class. Reh. Principal/Supporting - $250 Reh. Ensemble $170 *Any student enrolled in one of our FALL/WINTER weekly classes may register. Rehearsals TBD in late 2021. Rehearsals TBD in late 2021. *Once you register, you are cast in the appropriate age group. *No one is eliminated by process of audition. Register and be a member of the cast/crew. Performance Dates: *A detailed schedule is provided once each show is cast. *Troupe students must register for at least one musical. May 11 W 6:30pm *You may register for backstage stage management for both musicals, Grade 7-12. May 12 Th 6:30pm May 13 F 6:30pm May 14 Sa 3:30pm & 6:30pm May 15 Su 1:00pm Seussical, JR.
Performances:
January 13, 14, 15, & 16
A CHRISTMAS CAROL,
Registration Deadline: Friday, September 3, 2021 THE MUSICAL Principal/Supporting Actor Audition (Age 11 - 18): Thursday, September 2 (Signup Genius) Ensemble: Ages 6-12 (no audition) AUDITIONS Reh. Principal/Supporting - $250 Reh. Ensemble $170
Sept 8 W 4:30-6:30 Sept 8 W 4:30-6:30 th Sept 17 F 4:30-6:30 Sept 17 F 4:30-5:30 August 26 , 2021 Sept 24 F 4:30-6:30 Sept 24 F 4:30-5:30 Sept 25 Sa 11:00-2:00 Sept 25 Sa 11:00-2:00 4:00pm – 5:30pm Ages 9 – 18 Auditions Sept 26 Su 1:00-5:00 Oct 1 F 4:30-6:30 Oct 1 F 4:30-6:30 Oct 15 F 4:30-6:30 Prepare a 32-bar song and provide own accompaniment Oct 8 F 4:30-6:00 Nov 13 Sa 2:00-5:00 (Must register for a time slot to audition) Oct 15 F 4:30-6:30 Dec 21 T 4:30-8:00 Please email [email protected] to receive Oct 22 F 4:30-6:00 Dec 22 W 4:30-8:00 Nov 6 Sa 2:00-5:00 Jan 3-7 M-F (Tech/Dress) the SignUp Genius link. Nov 13 Sa 2:00-5:00 Jan 8 Sa 10:00-4:00 Location: Birder Studio of Performing Arts Dec 21 T 4:30-8:00 Jan 9 Su 12:00-5:00 Dec 22 W 4:30-8:00 801 Heritage Rd Suite B De Pere, WI 54115 Jan 3-7 M-F (Tech/Dress) Jan 8 Sa 10:00-4:00 Jan 9 Su 12:00-5:00 6:30pm – 8:00pm Adult Auditions (Open to Community Members) Prepare a 32-bar song and provide own accompaniment Performance Dates: Some actors will be asked to do a movement audition. Jan 13 Th 6:30pm Please dress accordingly. Jan 14 F 6:30pm Jan 15 Sa 1:00pm & 4:00pm Location: Broadway Theatre Jan 16 Su 1:00pm & 4:00pm 123 S Broadway De Pere, WI 54115