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Children’s Summer Theater Workshop and Play

Xenia Area Community Theater will present “Without Strings,” a childrens’ production. “Without Strings” is an adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s classic Pinocchio by Patrick Rainville Dorn.

Children’s Summer Theater Workshop

This isn’t Disney’s Pinocchio. Though with similar characters “Without Strings” finds a boy who becomes a puppet who becomes a boy. His journey encounters many crazy creatures. But his journey to understand the importance of telling the truth is a lesson for all.

The play is for children ages 8 to 14.

Classes and rehersals begin on August 10 and continue daily through August 14. A second series of classes and rehearsals start on August 17 and continue through August 20. All classes and rehearsals start at 10am and last until 3 pm. BYOL (Bring your own lunch)

Cathy Bengson and other X*ACT volunteers will host and teach.

Participating children will learn and work backstage and onstage. They will also learn the principles and practices of lighting, makeup, costuming, and stage props and scenery.

Performance date is August 21, 2009
On-site registration is August 10, 2009

Registration is free. Pre-registration forms are available at the theater located at 45 E. Second St., Xenia

Call Orion Monroe 372-0516 with questions. Parent volunteers are also welcome and appreciated.