Special Needs

THEATRE PROGRAMS

The Nutcracker Short and Suite

(Ages 8 – Adult) The Connecticut Performing Arts Center is returning this season with their one-act Nutcracker Short and Suite!

This is a perfect introduction to the Classic Holiday favorite. The story is condensed using a combination of various dance styles, dialogue, and narration to tell the story that follows Clara and the Nutcracker. All those who enroll will receive a part in the performance!

This year we plan to perform live and we will be adding more dancing numbers and opportunities for performers this year. (If circumstances change, the performance will be live-streamed and recorded).

Visit ctperformingarts.com or contact support@ctperformingarts.com for audition instructions.

Casting Sessions: Auditions: Friday, 9/10, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Call-backs: Saturday, 9/11, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Rehearsals: Fridays, 9/17-12/3 (NC 11/25), 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, 12/4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Performances Friday, 12/10, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, 12/11, 7:00 p.m. Fee: $320 Location: CT Performing Arts Center, 869 Sullivan Ave, Suite 9) *Dress Rehearsals and Performances to be held at Timothy Edwards Middle School (100 Arnold Way) Instructors: CT Performing Arts Center Staff

Children’s Musical – Tut,Tut!

(Grades 3 – 6) TUT, TUT! is inspired by the life of “King Tut” (the 10-year old who became King of Egypt) with a touch of Mark Twain’s “The Prince and the Pauper”. The story begins with a young Prince Tut who is bored of the royal life, so he wanders into the streets of the city looking for adventure. Suddenly he meets a peasant who looks just like him! They concoct a plan to trade places for three days. But when the King dies and Prince Tut must ascend the throne, their plan goes terribly awry. This year we plan to perform live! (If circumstances change, the performance will be live-streamed and recorded). Visit www.ctperformingarts.com or email support@ctperformingarts. com for more info on auditions and more info on what to prepare, how to sign up for a time, etc.

Casting Sessions: Auditions: 9/10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Call-backs: 9/11, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Rehearsals: Fridays, 9/17 & 9/24, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturdays, 10/2 & 10/9, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays, 10/13 – 1/26 (NC 11/24 or 12/29), 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Dress Rehearsals: Saturdays, 1/8 – 1/29, 10:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Performances: Friday, 2/4, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, 2/5, 7:00 p.m. Fee: $430 Location: CT Performing Arts Center (869 Sullivan Ave, Suite 9) *Dress Rehearsals and Performances to be held at Timothy Edwards Middle School (100 Arnold Way) Instructors: CT Performing Arts Center Staff

SPECIAL NEEDS

Monday Night Social Club (Ages 13 and up) Middle and High School students and young adults from the Special Needs Community can enjoy a variety of activities and field trips while meeting new friends in an informal, drop-in program. Please call the Parks & Recreation Department for more information. Closed on major holidays.

Mondays, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $3/person/night Location: SWCC Teen Center, Coordinator: Dan Rezende