SEQUIM — Olympic Theatre Arts is accepting registration applications for its Children’s Theatre spring classes “On Parade.”
“This is such a wonderful opportunity for the children to show off their talents,” said Bonne Smith, event director.
“Using short-form performance techniques will sharpen their awareness of capturing their audience and making the most of every moment. Plus, it’s a ton of fun.”
There will be two 10-week class sessions available, one on Wednesday afternoons led by Lisa Mantchev and one on Thursday afternoons led by Smith.
Class sessions will run from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. beginning April 13 (Wednesdays) or April 14 (Thursdays) and finishing June 15 and 16 with a showcase presentation encore of the parade routines for invited guests.
Classes are open to children ages 6 through 18.
Tuition for each 10-week session is $100, and classes will be held at OTA, 414 N. Sequim Ave.
Enrollment is limited.
Class registration applications are available online at www.olympictheatrearts.org or through the OTA business office at 414 N. Sequim Ave.
The business office is open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.
The series of classes will take place during the 121st annual Irrigation Festival celebration in Sequim, and the children will prepare short scene work and a variety of show-type routines to be performed in the festival parade May 14.
The Irrigation Festival parade’s theme this year is “Looking to the Future Through the Past.”
The OTA entry will be titled “From Howard Wood to OTA: Children’s Theatre Paves the Way.”
“Olympic Theatre Arts Children’s Theatre program has brought such creative energy to our mission, which is to entertain, educate and inspire community involvement through experiences in the arts,” said Carol Willis, OTA general manager.
“We are very lucky to have these outstanding and dedicated teachers who are helping OTA look to the future as well.”
For more information, phone 360-683-7326.
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Reporter Chris McDaniel can be reached at 360-452-2345, ext. 56650, or cmcdaniel@peninsuladailynews.com.
