One of the best things about participating in the CAPA Marquee Awards is the opportunity to participate in professional theatre education activities throughout the year!
Broadway Master Classes
We will be holding FREE master classes for several of the Broadway in Columbus productions this season. All participating CAPA Marquee Awards schools will have the opportunity to sign up students for available slots.
Please note: All Broadway master classes are subject to the tour’s availability and therefore, are subject to change.
DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL MASTER CLASS
Join us for an exciting Broadway master class featuring the national tour of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas the Musical. This will be an audition workshop taught by Sarah Milnamow from the Broadway national tour.
This will also be a holiday-themed master class, so we encourage all attendees to wear their ugly holiday sweaters (if you have one) and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate provided by the CAPA Marquee Awards, when you arrive! In addition, all attendees who are present will be entered to win a pair of tickets to see How the Grinch Stole Christmas the Musical.
DATE:
Thursday, December 5 from 4-5:30pm
PREPARATION:
Please bring a 32-bar cut from a song OR a one-minute monologue to workshop. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music for the accompanist if you bring a song. Please bring a notetaking device or a pen and paper. If you would not like to workshop a piece you are encouraged to attend!Â
LOCATION:
Ohio Theatre, Room 1
REGISTRATION:
For this class, each 2024-2025 CAPA Marquee School will receive one designated slot which will be held for 48 hours. Please note, single school spots are reserved for 2024-2025 CAPA Marquee school only.
After 48 hours, any slots not filled will be open to ANY current high school student (participating schools AND non-participating schools) who resides in any of our eligible CAPA Marquee Awards counties. Those counties include Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Hocking, Knox, Licking, Madison, Perry, Pickaway, Ross, and Union. Additional spots are OPEN!
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION:
To participate in this workshop, you MUST submit the online 24-25 CMA Media Release Form and the 24-25 CMA Emergency Medical Form. Both forms must be signed by both you and your parent/guardian. Your registration will not be considered complete until you have signed up for a master class slot and submitted these forms.
ALL SPOTS ARE FILLED. Please feel free to grab a spot on the waitlist. We will notify you by email, in the event someone cannot attend, and you will be added to the class.
Workshops
In addition to working with Broadway touring artists, we are also holding a series of workshops with professional, local artists throughout the year.
Bringing the Story to Life: Vocal Interpretation in Musical TheatreÂ
WHAT:
In this masterclass, students will explore how to use vocal dynamics, phrasing, and tone to enhance storytelling in musical theatre. Through guided exercises and song interpretation, participants will learn how subtle vocal choices can convey emotions, build tension, and bring characters to life. This session will focus on how to turn technical singing into powerful, emotionally-driven performances, helping students connect deeper with their material and audiences alike. Perfect for those looking to elevate their vocal storytelling!
PREPARATION:
Please bring a 16-32–bar cut from a song. An accompanist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music for the accompanist. If you would not like to workshop a piece you are encouraged to attend! Please bring a notetaking device or a pen and paper.
DATE:
Saturday, December 14, 12-2pm
LOCATION:
Ohio Theatre, Room 1
REGISTRATION:
Each 24-25 CAPA Marquee Awards school will receive 1 guaranteed slot which will be held for 48 hours. After 48 hours, those slots will be opened up to any current high school student who resides in one of our 12 Marquee counties who wishes to use them.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION
To participate in this workshop, you MUST submit the online 24-25 CMA Media Release Form and the 24-25 CMA Emergency Medical Form. Both forms must be signed by both you and your parent/guardian. Your registration will not be considered complete until you have signed up for a workshop slot and submitted these forms.
Sign-ups will open on Wednesday, November 20 at 10am!
Improv!
WHAT:
Some of the best training that an actor can have is Improv training. However, we always hear “Unscripted is scary!” or “I don’t know how to be funny”! In this workshop, learn the basics of Improv, play some fun games to work your imagination, and learn why this is a skill that will help you in every aspect of life and career!
DATE:
Saturday, January 25, 11am-1pm
LOCATION:
Ohio Theatre, Room 1
REGISTRATION:
When signups open, each school will receive 1 guaranteed slot which will be held for 48 hours. After 48 hours, those slots will be opened up to any current high school student who resides in one of our 12 Marquee counties who wishes to use them.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION
To participate in this workshop, you MUST submit the online 24-25 CMA Media Release Form and the 24-25 CMA Emergency Medical Form. Both forms must be signed by both you and your parent/guardian. Your registration will not be considered complete until you have signed up for a workshop slot and submitted these forms.
Dance Audition Workshop
WHAT:
This workshop will focus on musical theatre dance. During the workshop, you will be put through the paces of a musical theatre dance call, so you should come ready to dance in clothing appropriate for a musical theatre dance audition, including closed-toed and closed-heeled shoes. You should also bring a bottle of water.
PREPARATION:
You should bring a bottle of water and the appropriate clothing for a musical theatre dance audition.
DATE:
Saturday, March 1, 2-3:30pm
LOCATION:
Ohio Theatre, Room 4
REGISTRATION:
When signups open, each school will receive 1 guaranteed slot which will be held for 48 hours. After 48 hours, those slots will be opened up to any current high school student who resides in one of our 12 Marquee counties who wishes to use them.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPATION
To participate in this workshop, you MUST submit the online 24-25 CMA Media Release Form and the 24-25 CMA Emergency Medical Form. Both forms must be signed by both you and your parent/guardian. Your registration will not be considered complete until you have signed up for a workshop slot and submitted these forms.
Technical Workshop
Class content to be announced!
DATE:
TBA
LOCATION:
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