School Year Productions
We are pleased to announce NLBP Education’s
School Year Productions
PERFORMERS AND TECH/DESIGN STUDENTS WANTED
For every school year production, students are welcome to register as performers, tech/design students, or both. Some of the productions will have full designs, while others will be more simple. Tech/design students may share their area of interest, but they will be asked to work on multiple aspects of the show.
TUITION ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE!
Tuition assistance is available thanks to a generous donation from Bar Harbor Bank and Trust with a shared commitment to make theater education accessible to all. Please email a completed Tuition Assistance Form to the Education Director at sage@nlbarn.org before registering to apply for full or partial tuition assistance options.
Performance: Friday, February 23 @ 5:00 PM
Tickets by donation.
K–4TH GRADE PLAY
Tuesdays/Fridays
3:30–5:30 PM
January 16 – February 23
Wayside School is a wacky place where the classrooms are stacked vertically, and teachers have been turning students into apples. This play, based on the book by Louis Sachar, follows the misadventures of students on the 30th floor, who are dealing with absurd problems like talking pigtails and only being able to read while standing upside down. Join us for a delightful journey through a school where the unexpected is the norm, and laughter is guaranteed.
Tuition: $150
Every student who registers will get a role.
Performance: Saturday, March 2 @ 4:00 PM
Tickets: $15
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
February 26–March 2
Kearsarge February Break
2–8 PM (M–F), 9–4 (S)
When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, Elle takes matters into her own hands, charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate Emmett and spunky hairdresser Paulette along the way, Elle begins outsmarting her peers and realizes that law may be her natural calling after all.
Our production of Legally Blonde will focus on intensive vocal work and dance choreography, with simple staging and design elements. Students whose school districts do not have the same break as Kearsarge are welcome to join rehearsals after their school releases each day.
Tuition: $200
AUDITION INFORMATION
Everyone who registers for Legally Blonde Jr. will get a part, but we will hold auditions to determine roles on Sunday, February 18 from 2:00–4:00pm in the Fleming Center. Performers will be asked to sing one of the 4 selected cuts from the show. The folder of song cuts and tracks can be found below. There will also be a brief dance call. No monologues are required for this audition, and tech/design students do not need to audition or interview or this production. Email education@nlbarn.org with any questions.
Performance: Friday, April 19 @ 5:00 PM
Email sage@nlbarn.org to be added to the waiting list.
5TH GRADE SHAKESPEARE
Mondays/Fridays
3:30–5:30 PM
March 4–April 19
The Barn Playhouse continues New London’s 5th Grade Shakespeare tradition! This year, we follow the cast of lovers and fools into the Forest of Arden. Full of comedy, music, and disguises, As You Like It explores love, identity, and societal expectations.
5th graders from all schools are welcome to participate. In addition to the public performance, students will have the opportunity to perform for the elementary school in New London.
Tuition: $150
Every student who registers will get a role.
Students from New London and Warner enrolled in As You Like It are eligible to get free transportation to and from rehearsal if needed. Email education@nlbarn.org or opt into the transportation program during registration to receive a survey where you can indicate your transportation needs. More information here.
Performance: Saturday, April 27 @ Noon
Tickets by donation.
K–5TH GRADE MUSICAL
April 22–27
Kearsarge April Break
9:00 AM–Noon
In this hilarious musical adaptation of David Shannon’s book, Camilla thinks she must choose between her favorite food (lima beans) and the acceptance of those around her. But the harder she tries to conform to other people’s opinions, the more miserable (and colorfully striped) she becomes. A Bad Case of the Stripes invites us to find peace and acceptance with ourselves and others.
Though there will be some tech elements, this intensive will focus on technique over spectacle.
Tuition: $150
Every student who registers will get a role.
Students from New London and Warner enrolled in As You Like It are eligible to get free transportation to and from rehearsal if needed. Email education@nlbarn.org or opt into the transportation program during registration to receive a survey where you can indicate your transportation needs. More information here.
Questions?
For questions regarding school year programming,
please email sage@nlbarn.org
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TUITION ASSISTANCE
We at the Barn believe an education in the performing arts should be available and accessible to everyone. We know many people are currently dealing with loss of income and financial instability in light of COVID-19 and the subsequent economic disruptions. So it is with great pride that we offer Tuition Assistance at any level needed.
We know how meaningful theater can be, and we understand the impact of that shared experience. Especially in these difficult times, coming together to sing, act, design, and laugh can be transformative.
Tuition assistance is available thanks to a generous donation from Bar Harbor Bank and Trust with a shared commitment to make theater education accessible to all. If you are in need of tuition assistance, please CLICK HERE to download our Tuition Assistance Form and email the completed form to education@nlbarn.org before registering for our education programs.