Content updated 1/19/2012
ArtSpark
ArtSpark will kindle kids’ confidence, ignite their creativity, and get them fired up about the arts! Kids will engage in age-appropriate introductory theatre games, voice instruction, and movement. Each session is geared around a specialty theme.
ArtSpark: June 11-15, June 20-22, July 18-22, July 16-20 and July 23-27
Ages: 6-11 by August 31, 2012
Location: Carl Ben Eielson Middle School, Cheney Middle School, Dakota Montessori and Trollwood Performing Arts School
Trollwood Conservatory
A two-week intensive study program for upper level students, featuring alumni artists and experienced educators. PLUS! We are currently collaborating with MSUM on the possibility of offering college credit (for a fee) for this new program.
Session One: Musical Theatre or Dance, June 5 (orientation) and 6-15, 10:30 am-2:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Ages: 16 - 20
Ages by August 31, 2012
Orientation: Get to know each other, meet the faculty, and enjoy special entertainment. Tuesday, June 5, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Marcil Commons. Attendance is REQUIRED!
Placement Verification: June 5, 1:30 pm, Lucile’s Studio.
Session Two: Acting, June 18-29, 10:30 am-2:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Orientation & Placement Verification: First day of class, June 18.
Location: Trollwood Performing Arts School
Trollwood Academy
Nearly 40 classes in the performing and production arts. Beginning through advanced levels of Dance and Movement, Visual Arts, Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts, Vocal Music, and Writing. Ninety-minute class sessions, 8:50 am to 4:10 pm daily.
Program Dates: June 8-July 1 (Monday-Friday, except for the first week)
Ages: 14 - graduated senior in 2012
Ages by August 31, 2012
Orientation: Get to know each other, meet the faculty, and enjoy special entertainment. Tuesday, June 5, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Marcil Commons.
All students registered for an afternoon Trollwood Academy class will meet at 1:30 pm on June 5 in the Marcil Commons for a team building project. Attendance is REQUIRED!
Location: Trollwood Performing Arts School
Mainstage Musical
Led by theatre professionals from across the nation, student cast, technical crews and orchestra members will be featured in, Legally Blonde The Musical.
Cast Auditions: February 18 & 19
Cast Callbacks: February 20 & 21
Orchestra Auditions: February 16, 18, 19, 29, March 1 and by individual appointment
Program Dates: May 31-August 2
Ages: 14 - graduated senior in 2012 by August 31, 2012
Kick Off: May 31, 7:00 pm
Orientation: Tuesday, June 5, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Trollwood at Bluestem Center for the Arts. Attendance is REQUIRED!
All students registered for Mainstage AMusical will meet at 1:30 pm on June 5 in the Marcil Commons for a team building project. Attendance is REQUIRED!
Cast Rehearsal Location: Trollwood Performing Arts School and other rehearsal locations
Orchestra Rehearsal Location: Trollwood at Bluestem Center for the Arts
Second Stage
Through mutual agreement, Trollwood and Theatre B have amicably decided to not partner on the Second Stage project this year due to differing mission directions. Trollwood is currently working to develop new options for this program and we hope to see it back soon. Trollwood is now accepting requests for proposals to provide continued offerings in the area of non-musical theatre for our students.
As an alternative, please consider or NEW Trollwood Conservatory program and Trollwood Academy classes to further your theatre training.
Totally Trollwood Academy
Morning or afternoon sessions teach young performing arts enthusiasts the basic skills of acting, vocal performance, and dance/movement. Participants may register for optional elective course(s).
Program Dates: June 5-29
Ages: 11 - 14 by August 31, 2012
Orientation: Tuesday, June 5, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Trollwood Performing Arts School. Attendance is REQUIRED!
All students registered for an afternoon Trollwood Academy class will meet at 1:30 pm on June 5 in the Marcil Commons for a team building project. Attendance is REQUIRED!
Location: Trollwood Performing Arts School
Totally Trollwood Musical
Claim your place on stage and in the spotlight by participating in Disney’s Camp Rock The Musical. Full day rehearsals. No auditions to participate. Audition process to assign roles.
Program Dates: July 9-August 2, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Ages: 11 - 14 by August 31, 2011
Orientation: July 5, 7:00 pm, Trollwood Performing Arts School
Location: Fargo North High School Theatre
STAR Program
Underserved and at-risk youth are recruited for STAR (STudents At Risk) participation and anonymously integrated into other TPAS programs. STAR kids may face challenges with a family situation, income level, immigration status, or experience difficulties with behavior issues. TPAS supplies STAR participants with the means to overcome these challenges and experience personal success.
Student Leadership Program
Student Leaders for Mainstage Musical, ArtSpark, and Totally Trollwood Musical.
Ages: 16 - 18 by August 31, 2012, or at least 2 years Trollwood experience
Advanced students are mentored by professional artists and receive leadership training through the arts, that enables them in turn to mentor others at Trollwood, and beyond.