2021 Holiday Programming

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Creative Grounds 2021 Holiday Programs

Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy is proud to announce our 2021 Holiday Programming. This year we are starting what we hope to be several new traditions, in addition to carrying on from previous years.

Living Windows

Our living windows will be returning this year. Starting on Black Friday and continuing on weekends through the 19th.We're giving our students the ability to practice their improvisation skills while providing entertainment to shoppers entering the mall.

While shopping for Christmas this year, be sure to stop by and interact with our young actors.

Celebration of The Arts

Join us on December 5th from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM for our Celebration of Arts Vendor and Craft Fair at Studio One. We will be hosting local vendors, enjoying music, showcasing our Living Windows(other character visits possible).

No door admission for patrons shoppers and guests and a low table rate for vendors(limited booth space still available).

Polar Express: Parent's Night Out

Need to get some surprise Christmas Shopping in? Want to see a show at Gutty's? Need an adult's night out? Have your child age 4 through 12 to our polar express hang out with us on December 11th from 6pm to 9pm.

Kids will enjoy snacks, crafts and a movie! The Cost $15/child with a $50/Family Maximum. Space is limited and pre-registration is encouraged. Walk-ins on a space permitting first-come, first served basis.

A Down Home Christmas

Join a few of the Creative Grounds Directors & Friends for a night of music in celebration of Christmas.

The show starts at 6:30 PM in Studio One on December 18th and 19th.

Tickets available here

Creative Groundskeepers: Become A Patron of the Arts

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We are launching a new ongoing giving campaign for the Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy.  Called Creative Groundskeepers,  this program provides patrons a way to give on a monthly basis.  Monthly giving provides us with stability in our finances and shows your commitment to the arts.  For more information on becoming a Groundskeeper, check out the video below.  Also, check back for updates and more information about how this program supports Creative Grounds and its many programs.  

We will begin celebrating our Creative Groundskeepers on our website and in our program for the upcoming show How I Became A Pirate later this month.

 

Creative Groundskeepers Info Page

 

Fall Classes 2021

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Creative Grounds Fall 2021 Classes

Creative Grounds classes are for all ages and all skill levels. Our instructors pride themselves on solid professional technique yet meet each student where they are. We believe the most important thing our students will learn is confidence.

This semester, the first session of classes will begin on August 9, 11, and 12 (respective to the day the class meets). They will then take off August 25, 26, and September 6, and conclude on October 4, 6, and 7, with a showcase that weekend.

The second session will begin on October 11, 13, and 14 off on October 25, 27, and 28 and November 8, 10, and 11. Last classes are December 13, 15, and 16, with a showcase that weekend.

Dance Classes

Our instructor Christa Zook has been dancing for 35 years and has been teaching for 20. She prides herself in teaching professional technique at any skill level or capability. The only requirement is proper shoes should the style require them. Students will learn stretching and specific dance style technique. They will also learn a short piece they will perform at a showcase at the end of each session. You will find CGFAA classes a little different from your typical studio. Expensive costumes will not be required to purchase. We keep things simple and focus on students growth and having FUN!

Actor's Classes

Katie Landis, who teaches our Actor's Classes, is a Co-founder of Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy and currently serves as Youth Development Director. Katie has a B.A. in Communications with a Major in Worship Arts and Youth Ministry from Judson University. Katie has worked with kids in a variety of camp, school and church settings.

  • Imagination Station
    Mondays 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

    Imagination Station is our class for ages 4 through 8. This class focuses on using the imagination while learning the basics of theater. Musical theater comes to life through a series of engaging scenes. This is a highly supportive environment for youngsters to develop their courage to act, sing and dance. The level of challenge fits the needs of the group so that this introduction to musical theater is a positive experience for all. An excellent choice to build self-confidence, discover talent, and learn if your child would enjoy musical theater. Each class will include acting, improvisational games, creative movement, singing and rehearsals with costumes and props. This class will have a presentation of their mini-show with scenes and songs at the studio showcase.

    Session 1 (Aug - Oct)
    Session 2 (Oct - Dec)

  • Actors Workshop Classes
    Home Schoolers Mondays 1 PM - 2 PM
    Ages 8-13 Mondays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    Ages 14 and Up Mondays 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

    Students work on monologues, group scenes, and improvisation, all while honing acting technique, diction, projection, body awareness and building self-confidence.The level of challenge fits the needs of the group so that this is a positive experience for all. An excellent choice to build self-confidence, discover new skills and continue to grow as an actor. Students will Participate in the Semester Showcase with a Monologue and group piece.

    Home School Session 1 (Aug - Oct)
    Home School Session 2 (Oct - Dec)
    Ages 8 to 13 Session 1 (Aug - Oct)
    Ages 8 to 13 Session 2 (Oct - Dec)
    Ages 14 and Up Session 1 (Aug - Oct)
    Ages 14 and Up Session 2 (Oct - Dec)

Cinderella Main Page

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Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy Proudly Presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. 'Rodgers & Hammerstein's' name in purple over 'Cinderella' in blue with a glass slipper at the end.

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella is a musical written for television, but later played on stage, with music by Richard Rodgers and a book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. It is based upon the fairy tale Cinderella, particularly the French version Cendrillon, ou la petite pantoufle de verre ("Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper"), by Charles Perrault. The story concerns a young woman forced into a life of servitude by her cruel stepmother and self-centered stepsisters, who dreams of a better life. With the help of her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella is transformed into a Princess and finds her Prince.

Show Creative Team

  • Director: Margie Hamm
  • Music Director: Mark Landis
  • Choreographer Natasha Cox
  • Assistant Director: Abbey Ziemba
  • Show Coordinator: Shonda Sonnefield
  • Show Coordinator: Erin Troxell

Show Links

Audition Information Show Schedule Parent Committees for this show(coming soon) Remind Code: @cgfaarhc

Show Main Page

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Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy Proudly Presents Brown paper pirate map background with two young pirates on the left. One on top of the other's shoulders standing on a pirate ship. The words 'How I Became A' in normal case over the word 'Pirate' in all capital letters. The words 'younger' and 'part' on either side of an at symbol under the word 'pirate'. All the wording is left-aligned to the ship and two pirates.

Sail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their crew. Braid Beard and his mates enlist young Jeremy Jacob as they look for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy learns that adventuring can be lots of fun, but love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map.

Show Creative Team

  • Director: Katie Landis
  • Music Director: Jaimie Mosier
  • Assistant Director: Christa Zook
  • Assistant Director: Laurel Hays
  • Show Coordinator: Michelle Wood
  • Show Coordinator: Kim Heron

Show Links

Audition Information Show Schedule Parent Committees for this show(coming soon) Remind Code: @cgfaahibp

Show Main Page

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Creative Grounds Fine Arts Academy Proudly Presents Blue ocean waves background with a yellow sailboat to the left of the word 'Moana' with swirls for the 'o'. The abbreviation for the word 'junior' underneath the letter 'n' in the word 'Moana'.

This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.

Show Creative Team

  • Director / Choreographer: Christa Zook
  • Music Director: Jaimie Mosier/span>
  • Assistant Music Director: Mark Landis
  • Youth Development Director / Assistant to the Directing Team: Katie Landis
  • Show Coordinator: Kim Heron
  • Show Coordinator: Michelle Wood

Show Links

Audition Information Show Schedule Parent Committees for this show(coming soon) Remind Code: @cgfaamj

Show Dates Page

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High School Musical Production Schedule

  • 4/3/22by MidnightVirtual Auditions due
  • 4/5/224:30-9:30Callbacks – in person
  • 4/9/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 4/12/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 4/16/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 4/19/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 4/23/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 4/26/22No ReherasalSecret Garden Tech Week
  • 4/29/22No RehearsalSecret Garden Tech Week
  • 4/30/22No RehearsalSecret Garden Tech Week
  • 5/3/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/6/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/7/2210:00-3:30Rehearsal
  • 5/10/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/13/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/14/2210:00-3:30Rehearsal
  • 5/17/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/20/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/21/2210:00-3:30Rehearsal
  • 5/24/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 5/27/225:30-9:30Rehearsal **Memorial Day Weekend
  • 5/28/22No Rehearsal**Memorial Day Weekend
  • 5/31/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 6/3/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 6/4/2210:00-3:30Rehearsal
  • 6/5/221:00-8:00Move-in
  • 6/6/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 6/7/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 6/8/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 6/9/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 6/10/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 6/11/2212:30 call timePerformances @ 2:30 & 7:30
  • 6/12/2212:30 call timePerformances @ 2:30 & 7:30
  • 6/12/229:00-11:00Load Out

Show Dates Page

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Aristocats Production Schedule

  • 1/30/22by MidnightVirtual Auditions Due
  • 2/1/224:30-9:30Callbacks - in person
  • 2/5/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 2/8/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 2/12/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 2/15/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 2/19/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 2/22/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 2/26/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 3/1/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 3/5/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 3/8/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 3/12/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 3/15/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 3/19/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 3/22/226:00-9:00Rehearsal
  • 3/26/229:00-11:00Rehearsal
  • 3/27/221:00-9:00Move-in
  • 3/28/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 3/29/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 3/30/225:30-9:30Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 3/31/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 4/1/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 4/2/2211:00 call timePerformances @ 1:00, 3:30 & 7:30
  • 4/2/228:30-11:00Load Out

Show Dates Page

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The Secret Garden Production Schedule

  • 1/8/22by MidnightVirtual Auditions Due
  • 1/11/224:30-9:30Callbacks - in person
  • 1/14/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 1/15/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 1/21/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 1/22/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 1/28/22No RehearsalMoana Jr Tech Week
  • 1/29/22No RehearsalMoana Jr Tech Week
  • 2/4/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 2/11/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 2/12/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 2/18/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 2/19/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 2/25/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 2/26/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 3/4/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 3/5/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 3/11/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 3/12/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 3/18/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 3/19/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 3/25/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 3/26/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 4/1/22No RehearsalSpring Break
  • 4/2/22No RehearsalSpring Break
  • 4/8/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 4/9/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 4/15/22No RehearsalGood Friday
  • 4/16/221:00-4:30Rehearsal
  • 4/22/225:30-9:30Rehearsal
  • 4/23/221:00-5:00Rehearsal
  • 4/24/221:00-4:00Move-in
  • 4/24/225:00-10:00Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 4/25/225:30-10:00Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 4/26/225:30-10:00Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 4/27/225:30-10:00Tech Week Rehearsal
  • 4/28/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 4/29/225:30 call timePerformance @ 7:30
  • 4/30/2212:30 call timePerformances @ 2:30 & 7:30
  • 5/1/2212:30 call timePerformances @ 2:30 & 7:30
  • 5/1/229:00-11:00Load Out