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Become a Member in 2025

1/10/2025

Become a Member

🌟 Become a part of the magic at Children’s Theatre of Southern Maryland! 🌟

Are you passionate about the arts and community? Do you believe in empowering the next generation through creativity and storytelling? Join CTSMD as a member and make a real impact!

🎭 Why become a member?

🎨 Support local youth in discovering their creative voices.
🎤 Help bring incredible productions like Sweeney Todd and Shrek The Musical to life.
🌟 Enjoy exclusive member perks like early registration to our popular summer intensives access and free community-building workshops.
♥️💛🖤 Be part of a family that values creativity, inclusion, and community.

Your membership fuels opportunities for young performers, builds confidence, and keeps the magic of live theatre thriving in Southern Maryland. Please note memberships are per family, so if you have multiple students you still only need one membership.

Gift Cards Available

12/24/2024

CTSMD now offers gift cards, which can be used towards classes, pop up workshops, and tickets to shows. Give the gift of theatre this year!

Shrek Auditions

12/19/2024

WHERE/WHEN:
Sunday, Jan. 26 - Southern Community Center, LUSBY
Sunday, Feb. 2 - Mt. Hope Community Center, SUNDERLAND

AGES: 8-18

WHAT TO PREPARE:
Please have 16-24 bars (30 sec. - 1 min) of a pop Broadway or Disney piece prepared...NOT from Shrek the Musical, please!!!
You may not sing acapella, please have a karaoke/instrumental track that we can pull up for you on YouTube, or a link that can be shared quickly with us during your time slot.
We prefer that you bring a headshot/resume. However, we will be taking your picture upon arrival, as well.
Once you have signed up for a time slot, complete a mandatory AUDITION FORM. You must fill out the form at least 48 hours prior to your audition. The audition form has more information about required dates and locations.

CALLBACKS:
There will be TWO available callback dates: Monday, Feb. 3 at Southern Community Center in Lusby & Tuesday, Feb. 4 at Mt. Hope Community Center in Sunderland. You will be asked which you'd prefer on your audition form should you be called back.
If you are not asked for a callback, you MAY STILL BE IN CONSIDERATION FOR CASTING!

REHEARSALS (Starting Wednesday, Feb. 5):
Sundays 1:00 - 5:00 at the Calvert School of Dance (Huntingtown location)
Wednesdays 5:30 - 8:30 at the College of Southern MD (Prince Frederick campus, Building B)
MANDATORY PARENT MEETING will be held during our first rehearsal on Wednesday, Feb. 5!
There will be a mandatory CAST APPEARANCE (with selections from the show) on Saturday, April 12. Exact time and information TBA!
** IF YOU ARE CAST, please know that there is a $100 participation/instruction fee that must be collected in order for you to be part of this production!!!**
Any questions/concerns can be emailed to our Producer, Stacey Ober at: [email protected]

Spring 2025 Classes

12/17/2024

Kick off the New Year with CTSMD’s spring class session!

At CTSMD, we’ve created a performing arts educational experience where every student is welcomed and supported, no matter their level of experience. Our passionate teaching artists are deeply invested in nurturing each individual’s growth, helping them discover their unique voice and talents. With a variety of programs to choose from, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to shine and build confidence in a safe, creative environment.

Our Classes Are Designed To:

Build confidence and self-expression through the performing arts.
Foster creativity, collaboration, and teamwork.
Develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, writing, and stagecraft.
Provide a safe and supportive environment for growth.
Inspire a lifelong love for the arts and storytelling.
Give your child the gift of confidence and creativity this new year! Stay tuned for more pop up classes each month.

Classes start in January—enroll now!
https://www.ctsmd.org/classes.html

Captain's Program Accepting Applicants for Shrek

12/4/2024

Are you ready to take center stage in your own story? The Captain’s Program at the Children’s Theatre of Southern Maryland is your chance to shine!

What’s in it for YOU?
• Build Leadership Skills: Learn to lead with confidence and creativity.
• Be Mentored by Experts: Gain guidance from experienced mentors passionate about your success.
• Real-World Experience: Take on responsibilities that make a difference in productions and beyond.
• Collaborate & Grow: Be part of a supportive, inclusive community that inspires and uplifts.

Whether you dream of a career in the arts, love being part of a team, or simply want to grow as a leader, the Captains program is your backstage pass to an unforgettable learning journey.

Parents: Give your teen the gift of hands-on learning, personal growth, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Apply today and step into a world where leadership and creativity come to life!

Fundraiser: Double Good

11/25/2024

Save the Date: Shrek Auditions

11/19/2024

Audition information and sign ups will be posted soon!

SOMD News: Children's Theater Takes On Sweeney Todd

11/18/2024

"'This show really is a dark comedy that the kids have quickly learned how to deliver the comic relief through their acting and their musical talents,' Cross said. 'This is a very, very challenging show for young actors and actresses and they have really stepped up and performed admirably in all of the rehearsals. Mary Musgrove is a genius at musical director and she has really brought out the best from all the performers.'"

Read the full article here.

Pop Up Workshop: Rising Stars

11/4/2024

Calling All Future Stars!

Does your little one dream of being on stage? Give them their big break with our Rising Stars Pop-Up Class themed to You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown!

When: Monday, November 11

Where: Calvert School of Dance, Prince Frederick, MD

Ages: 5-10

In this fun-filled class, kids will act, sing, and dance their way through the world of Charlie Brown and friends! They’ll gain confidence, make new friends, and explore their creativity—all while having a blast!
Perfect for both first-time performers and mini-theatre pros! Spots are limited, so grab yours before they fly away like a kite in the wind!

Register now and let your child shine on stage!

Ads and Shout Outs Available for Sweeney Todd

10/17/2024

Looking for a unique way to promote your business or celebrate a loved one? Place a shout-out or an ad in our upcoming Sweeney Todd playbill and reach a captive audience of theatre lovers while supporting the Children’s Theatre of Southern Maryland!

Why Advertise with Us?

• Showcase your business to a passionate local audience.
• Support our fundraising efforts to enhance our performances.
• Make your mark in the community by encouraging young actors and the arts.

For more information or to secure your ad space, contact [email protected]

The Children's Theatre of Southern Maryland believes that theatre is for everyone, regardless of race, gender, ability, religion, or background. There is power in inclusion, and all of the students in our spaces deserve the chance to access theatre and to see themselves represented both onstage and backstage. CTSMD will not tolerate discrimination of any kind or situations that make our students, staff, and volunteers feel unsafe.

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