About Theatre at Veritas

The theatre department at Veritas seeks to tell a good story, equip students to pursue the art of theatre with excellence, and cultivate a community of families engaged in the arts. 

 

Here is where you'll find everything you need to know about this year's theater programs offered at Veritas Academy. We have opportunities for students in grades 4-12, so read on to learn about our shows and programs.

Veritas Theater Calendar 2021-2022

Madrigals: A Lovely Holiday Tradition!

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A dinner theater experience that transports the audience back to medieval times, complete with a royal court, a jester, nobles, peasants, music and more! We'll bring in a boar's head, toast with wassail, serve a hearty meal, and put on a hilarious "masque" (that is, a comedic play) for the audiences! This is one of the most memorable, hallmark Veritas traditions that you don't want to miss!

Performances:
December 3, 6:30 pm
December 4, 12:00 pm  &  6:30 pm
at St. John’s Episcopal Church
321 West Chestnut Street, Lancaster

  • Production Information Sheet
  • Script: A Midwinter’s Dream Knight from madrigaldinner.com
  • All Cast/Crew Participation Fee (which helps to cover the cost of your meal on Friday and Saturday, and any snacks provided) $40.00 (due 11/1)
  • Auditions will be held on Monday, September 27 from 3:15 - 6:00 pm
  • Callbacks (if needed) will be held on Tuesday, September 28th.
  • If you are unable to attend the auditions on Monday, contact Mrs. Hilton to set up a lunchtime audition.
  • Students interested in auditioning should complete an Audition Interest Form
    Auditions will be held in groups of about 5 and will consist of improv games and cold readings. No preparation is required!
  • Students interested in helping as part of the crew (backstage) should complete a Crew Interest Form.
  • View full Madrigal Rehearsal Schedule here
  • Open to all 7th - 12th grade students. 5th & 6th graders welcome to participate as musicians by audition.

 

Grammar School Drama Club: Working together to tell a good story

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Performances:
Robin Hood: Sherwood Stories

February 25 & 26 
at Veritas Academy

  • Visit Grammar School Drama Club Info Page here
  • Drama Club is open to 20 students in 4th-6th grade
  • Meets on Wednesdays, 2:50  - 4:30 pm, October through February
  • Cost: $50 per child 
    • Includes a take-home script, t-shirt, and two tech week dinners. Payment is due October 27.
  • Sign Up Here!
    • Registration is first-come, first served, and this program usually fills to capacity, so register early!
  • The show we will present is titled Robin Hood: Sherwood Stories from DramaNotebook.com
    • Act 1: Robin Hood and Wedding of Doom (approx. 30 min)
    • Act 2: Robin Hood and the Unnecessary Rescue (approx. 30 min)
  • Secondary Student Helpers Needed:
    • We are looking for two Director Assistants (9th-12th graders) to serve as assistants, help with the games, and crowd control.  Interested students may complete this application.

Spring Show: Fiddler on the Roof, Jr.

Performances:
April 29 & 30
at Leola Elementary School

  • Production Fact Sheet & Rehearsal Schedule
  • Auditions held in Vienna on the following days:
    • November 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    • November 9, 3:00 pm - 5:15 pm
  • Audition information;

    • Complete the Audition Sign Up Form 
    • Everyone auditioning should bring a current picture of themselves (a headshot). The picture may be printed on regular paper.
    • Each student and parent will both need to review and sign the Actor Contract
    • Memorize, prepare, and present a 1-minute monologue and about one minute of a song in the style of the show. Please bring your own sheet music or accompaniment track.
    • Callbacks will be held on Monday, November, 15 after school .(not everyone will be called back). Please tell Mrs. Hilton if you have a conflict for the callback during the audition.
    • Open to all students in 7th - 12th grades
  • To help backstage or with the production, complete the Crew Interest Form
  • Cast & Crew Member Fees (include t-shirt, tech week meals, and cast party)
    • All Cast Members: $75.00
    • Crew Members: $40.00
    • All fees are due by Monday, February 28.  You may pay with a check, made out to the school and handed in to the office, or pay through FACTS.
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