Back by popular demand, the Sedona Youth Theatre returns to the Sedona Public Library for its 13th year. Taught by Shondra Jepperson and Dev Ross, this nine-day intensive workshop has brought theatrical and musical youth together every July for the last 12 years.
Teens and younger tweens ages 10 through 18 should register now. Thanks to Friends of Sedona Public Library’s support, participants can reduce the $85 workshop fee to $10 by volunteering in the Children’s Room and/or by writing book reviews during June and July.
Sedona Youth Theatre classes will be held in the library community room from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, through Friday, July 12, and Tuesday, July 16, through Friday, July 19.
Over the course of 15 hours, participants will explore their acting and musical talents through theatre games, writing and performing their original sketches, vocal exercises and music. They will have the opportunity to learn techniques from two professionals who currently work in their fields as actors, writers, musicians and singers.
The nine-day workshop concludes with a performance by the students Saturday, July 20. The show, open to the public and always a summer time favorite, will be presented at the Sedona Public Library in the Si Birch Community room.
Youth librarian Karen Mack, who said she is very excited about having the Sedona Youth Theatre Workshop back again this year said, “We are pleased to offer young people an opportunity to explore the performing arts. Shondra and Dev are an extraordinary team who present a high quality, engaging and interactive experience. For some participants, this might be their very first exposure to the performing side of theatre and music.”
Jepperson said, “We have so many talented kids here in Sedona and the Verde Valley. It’s very rewarding to work with these kids and see what their talents bring to the performance at the end of the workshop.”
Ross said, “We focus the kids on working together as a team, and every year they surprise even them¬selves as to what they can accomplish. We’re always proud of them.”
Call 282-7714, ext. 119, or visit Sedona Public Library Youth Department, 3250 White Bear Road, to register for the Sedona Youth Theatre Workshop.
