Cool Kid Players
Youth Performing Arts
The Cool Kid Player's (C.K.P.) Youth Performing Arts Program is a sign up program offering ages 6 to 18 the opportunity to perform in full scale theater productions here at the Selma Arts Center. CKP produces around three shows a year, ages vary depending on the “casting call" for each performance. No experience is needed and all are included with registration. Our program also offers Performing Arts and Visual Arts classes, such as Acting, Vocal, Make-up, Art and Scenic Design.
The City of Selma Recreation Department has provided the youth of the community the opportunity to experience the performing arts since the early 2000’s. CKP productions and classes are open to all, and provide a variety of Arts and skill level. It is the City of Selma's goal to provide youth a safe environment and affordable education of the arts.
Alice In Wonderland Jr. | Sign ups Open Now - Performances March 20-30 2025
Rehearsals Start: January 2025
Synopsis:
As Alice falls asleep, the world of Wonderland comes to life around her and Cheshire Cats 1-3 appear to guide Alice on her journey. At the beckoning of the Cheshire Cat, the White Rabbit rushes by, lamenting that he is behind schedule. Alice follows him to the edge of his rabbit hole and jumps in as the inhabitants of Wonderland fall past her.
CKP will be taking registrations for Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr.! (6-14) All who register will be cast.
Ages: 6-14
Cost $50 Includes script, rehearsal music digital download, and cast T-shirt. Processing fee will apply.
A digital script and rehearsal tracks are available upon registration, see 'Actor's Folder'
Rehearsals: Mon-Wed, (some Thursday) 4pm - 6pm at the Selma Arts Center
Placement Auditions: Monday, January 13th, Tuesday, January 14th and Wednesday, January 15th 4PM-6PM. Participants will come to all three days of auditions. Everyone will be accepted. The Audition Days will be a fun “get to know you day” were we work with your child’s comfort level. A line read and singing audition will be held for those interested in a main character. Audition song: "In a World of My Own" or "I'm Late?" (Note: More experienced actors are welcome to pick a song of their choosing from the show.) Actors will start with a meeting and warmups, review audition song, then read from the script. (Participants have the choice to audition solo or in a group) Due to space restrictions, parents who choose to stay must wait on the side, in the lobby or in the balcony for their children.
Please review the Parent emailed with important information. We will be having a mandatory parent meeting Wednesday January 15th at 5:45 PM.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals start January 20th , 2025.. Rehearsals are 4pm to 6pm, every Monday thru Wednesday at the Selma Arts Center. Some Thursday rehearsals will be scheduled for main characters. Not everyone is called everyday so please look to the digital calendar on the ‘Parent Spot”.
Performances: Two weekends, 12 performances. Main characters may be split cast.
Thursday, March 20th 7PM / Friday, March 21st 7PM / Saturday, March 22nd at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday, March 23rd at 2PM & 7PM
Thursday, March 27th 7PM / Friday, March 28th 7PM / Saturday, March 29th at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday March 30th at 2PM & 7PM.
Rehearsals will take place at the Selma Arts Center 1935 High Street, Selma CA 92662.
For more information call (559) 891-2238 or email nicolettea@cityofselma.com
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