School of Drama – Aspire! Conservatory of Fine & Performing Arts, Inc.

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SPRING 2026
THEATREWORKS
Information & Registration Below

Performance Dates May 8, 9 & 10

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A Bit About TheatreWorks

Thursday’s 6:00 – 8:00pm

Auretta Hensley, Director
Bugs Reinhardt, Music Director
Candice Steele, Choreographer

Aspire! Conservatory’s TheatreWorks is an educational theatre program for grades 4-12 that presents a musical theatre production each semester. Registration is open 2-3 weeks prior to the beginning of each semester. Sometimes the class size is limited due to the production chosen for performance. Everyone registered for the class is in the production. No one is cut from the show. At the beginning of each semester, students are guided through a short audition process to choose parts. Because everyone is important to the production, this class requires a semester commitment and attendance at weekly rehearsals is essential. Throughout the semester, students will learn about all aspects of theatre: acting, singing, dancing, character development, stage presence, stage direction, costumes, props, scenery, lighting, and sound.

When is the next semester? January 12- May 8, 2026

Performance Dates: MAY 8, 9 & 10 (must be able to commit!)

When are rehearsals? Thursday evenings from 6-8pm, with the addition of a few extra choreography and dress rehearsals.

Where are rehearsals? LifeSong Church, 438 Boyd St, Russell, KY 41169

What if I have no experience? It’s OK! You’re here to learn.

How do I register? The Aladdin Jr. Registration Form will be available beginning at NOON Wednesday, December 17th. You can find it by scrolling below. We will accept the first 50 registrants according to timestamp on the registration forms.

What does it cost to enroll? There is a $10 semester registration fee, and the class fee is $60/month for 4 months. Students purchase their script for $15 and show T-Shirt for $15.
Registration fee, first month and script/shirt fee are due at the time of registration. This is a NON-REFUNDABLE deposit for your child’s spot in the class.

Are there any other expenses involved? Each student/parent/guardian is responsible for purchasing or making their costume. The director will design the look of the show and communicate with you the expectations of style, color, and other specifics regarding your costume. Costumes remain the personal property of the student unless you decide to donate the costume to Aspire! Conservatory at the end of the semester.

Who is responsible for props and set pieces? This is a collaboration between directors and parents. The director will communicate with the students/parents the needed props for each character and set pieces such as furniture and décor or set pieces that need to be built. Our props and set pieces are often borrowed items from families and friends, but occasionally a small group of parents may be asked to undertake the building of specific set pieces or the crafting of props.

Being a TheatreWorks Parent

The TheatreWorks parents, Moms AND Dads, are a huge part of our success each semester. Parents become involved at a variety of levels depending on their availability. Students and Parents help with costuming, props, and scenery, and may be asked to help with backstage direction at show time. There is a short parent briefing at the end of each rehearsal which allows the director to communicate specifics about the rehearsal, things that need to be worked on before the next rehearsal, projects that need to be tackled, and upcoming extras.

Fundraising is essential to deliver the quality of shows we produce. Specific fundraisers each semester include Breakfast with the Characters, selling program ads, making and/or selling flowers & memorabilia at the show, and community events. Be prepared to be involved in these fundraising efforts. This will become a worthwhile family experience that builds lasting memories.

Tuesday 6:00 – 7:30pm

Director: Candice Steele

This class is perfect for youngsters
with great imaginations
and inclinations toward imitating, singing and dancing.

Created specifically for grades K-3.
The class performance project will be determined by enrollment.
This class requires a SEMESTER COMMITMENT.
There will be an end of semester

stage production April 25, 2026.
StageWorks will also be the opening act
for “Aladdin Jr.” May 8, 9 & 10.

When are rehearsals? Tuesday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm, with the addition of dress rehearsals.

Where are rehearsals? LifeSong Church, 438 Boyd St, Russell, KY 41169

What if I have no experience? It’s OK! You’re here to learn.

How do I register? CLICK HERE!

What does it cost to enroll? There is a $10 semester registration fee, and the class fee is $60/month for 4 months. Students purchase their scripts and cast t-shirts.