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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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EVCT Holiday Book Fair
10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Barnes and Noble

 

Saturday, Dec. 2nd, 2023 • 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Village Square at Dana Park (Baseline and Val Vista)

 
WHEN YOU Shop! YOU SUPPORT Children’s ACCESS TO QUALITY THEATRE AND THE ARTS!
Mention EVCT when you buy from Barnes & Nobel.
 
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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Fall Troupe Showcase, December 4
6:30 pm
The Troupe Showcase is a culmination of what the troupes have learned! Monday, Dec 4 will be showcasing Junior Musical Theatre, Junior Improv, Adaptive Troupe and Literature Alive! Tuesday, Dec 5 will be showcasing Bravo, Express and On The Spot Improv Troupe! Tickets are $5.00 at the Mesa Arts Center. , ...
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Fall Classes Session II begins Week of Oct 16
Classes begin October 16 through October 21 EVCT’s Acting Classes for Kids Teach the Following: Students learn proper breathing and vocal techniques for articulation, projection, and voice variation. Children explore movement and space and learn how to use them effectively when telling a story. Students will explor , ...
Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Fall Troupe Showcase December 5
6:30 pm
The Troupe Showcase is a culmination of what the troupes have learned! Monday, Dec 4 will be showcasing Junior Musical Theatre, Junior Improv, Adaptive Troupe and Literature Alive! Tuesday, Dec 5 will be showcasing Bravo, Express and On The Spot Improv Troupe! Tickets are $5.00 at the Mesa Arts Center. , ...
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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Anastasia: The Musical
Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynne Ahrens

Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Daytime Matinee shows are available for large groups of school age children.

Questions?  Call the EVCT Office at:
480-756-3828 or email [email protected]

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Studio Volunteer Days
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Studio Volunteer Days
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Board Meeting
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Monthly EVCT Board Meeting Meeting starts at 6:30 pm All are invited. Thank You for Joining! Meetings are held at the EVCT Studio. Additional information available by calling 480-756-3828 or email [email protected] , ...
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Student Playwriting Application Deadline
All Day
 
Do You Love to Write Stories?

East Valley Children’s Theatre is looking for plays written by Students 18 and younger.

 In order to create an interest in play writing and have an outlet for those young writers who already write plays, EVCT holds an annual playwriting festival in July each year.  With plays being critiqued by published playwrights and performed in a staged reading at the Mesa Arts Center. Children 8-18 years old can apply online to be chosen as a student playwright. In this program, led by Breona Conrad, students will workshop together to create original ideas for a series of short plays, then work with their individual professional playwriting mentors in bringing their ideas to fruition. Students who have current works in progress may also submit those for consideration. The finalized short plays will be performed at our Page to Stage Festival this July 2024. All applicants need to be available to workshop and work with a mentor, in person and online, throughout the spring session and submit their finalized play by May 2024. 

 

Submissions need to be emailed to [email protected] by the December 15, 2023 Deadline and meet all requirements listed below.

  •  Scripts must be in a word document, typed and double-spaced.
  • A cover sheet needs to be included with the playwright’s name, age, email address, and phone number, as well as the school they attend, teacher’s name and teacher’s email address.
  • Plays must be no longer than 10 minutes in length.
  • Have at least 2 characters, but no more than 6.
  • With a single setting

 For additional information please call the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 or email [email protected].

 
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Mesa Book Festival
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

What is the Mesa Book Festival?

The Mesa Book Festival is a one day fun, free and engaging literary celebration that happens on the campus of Benedictine University at Mesa. Featuring book readings for kids around a Holiday Tree, over 20 sessions of panels and presentations for readers, writers and anyone that loves the litary arts.

EVCT will have a booth at the Mesa Book Festival and possibly a surprise performance by a Troupe.

 
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break – Studio Closed
All Day
Studio Closed for Winter Break.  Happy Holidays! Wishing you a Safe and Happy Winter Break! , ...
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Winter Break Camp
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

East Valley Children’s Theatre Winter Break Camp!
The Wizard of OZ
Winter Camp

 

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to…

EVCT Studio, 4501 East Main St,
on the SE corner of Greenfield & Main in Mesa.
December 26-29 from 9 am-4 pm.
 

All campers will need to pack a lunch each day.

Cost of Camp is $240
ESA Funding accepted as payment

Sibling discount available. Fees are nonrefundable or transferable.

 Please contact the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 or
email us at info@evct.org with any additional questions.

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Winter Break Camp
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

East Valley Children’s Theatre Winter Break Camp!
The Wizard of OZ
Winter Camp

 

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to…

EVCT Studio, 4501 East Main St,
on the SE corner of Greenfield & Main in Mesa.
December 26-29 from 9 am-4 pm.
 

All campers will need to pack a lunch each day.

Cost of Camp is $240
ESA Funding accepted as payment

Sibling discount available. Fees are nonrefundable or transferable.

 Please contact the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 or
email us at info@evct.org with any additional questions.

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Winter Break Camp
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

East Valley Children’s Theatre Winter Break Camp!
The Wizard of OZ
Winter Camp

 

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to…

EVCT Studio, 4501 East Main St,
on the SE corner of Greenfield & Main in Mesa.
December 26-29 from 9 am-4 pm.
 

All campers will need to pack a lunch each day.

Cost of Camp is $240
ESA Funding accepted as payment

Sibling discount available. Fees are nonrefundable or transferable.

 Please contact the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 or
email us at info@evct.org with any additional questions.

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Winter Break Camp
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

East Valley Children’s Theatre Winter Break Camp!
The Wizard of OZ
Winter Camp

 

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to…

EVCT Studio, 4501 East Main St,
on the SE corner of Greenfield & Main in Mesa.
December 26-29 from 9 am-4 pm.
 

All campers will need to pack a lunch each day.

Cost of Camp is $240
ESA Funding accepted as payment

Sibling discount available. Fees are nonrefundable or transferable.

 Please contact the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 or
email us at info@evct.org with any additional questions.

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Audition Workshop for A Tale of Bravery
9:30 am - 11:30 am

Learn about the story, the characters, and the dances in the show, learn valuable audition techniques, and go through a mock audition to learn the process in preparation for auditions for A Tale of Bravery!

Ages 8 to 18

This workshop is December 30. Auditions for the show will be held on January 2 – 3

What To Bring
  • Waterbottle 
  • Closed-toed shoes or dance shoes
  • Come dressed for movement

SPECIAL Opportunity – FREE workshop

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Master Class: FANTASY and ANIMAL STAGE MAKEUP
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Class Experience

Please Join EVCT’s Makeup Designer, Ellie Lagergren, in learning how to design your own fantasy and animal makeup. This workshop will give kids hands on experience in one of the most common styles used in Children’s Theatre, and kids costumes. No experience necessary.

Note: all participants need to provide their own black and white eyeliner. Participants need to have a freshly washed face and wear a shirt that may get stained.


December 30 at 1 pm – 3 pm
Ages 8-18
Fee $30

Please plan on the Master Class after the Audition Workshop.

Additional information available by
calling 480-756-3828 or
email [email protected]

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