Howard Shangraw named New Director of the CVRep Conservatory

By Desert Star Staff

Howard Shangraw, a veteran actor, director, playwright, and arts administrator, has been appointed as the new director of the Conservatory at Coachella Valley Repertory. The Conservatory has also announced its 2023 summer schedule of classes, which will run from June 19 to August 29. The summer session will offer a variety of courses, including Acting Technique, Going Solo: The Art of the OnePerson Show, The I Hate Shakespeare Shakespeare

Workshop, Empowered Improv, Improve Essentials, Acting Pro: Mastering the Audition, Movement for Actors: Athletes of Emotion and Improv FUNdamentals! The faculty includes experienced industry professionals who have taught advanced-level classes, master classes, and theatre programs.

The instructors include Alix Korey, a Broadway veteran and featured artist in CVRep’s 2023 Summer Cabaret Series, Jeanette Knight and Melanie Blue, who have both worked at CVRep, Kudra Wagner, the and impress the taste buds of our attendees, we highly encourage you to apply to become a vendor. This is an extraordinary chance to exhibit your unique offerings to a captivated audience and make a lasting impression. For more information

CVRep Company Manager, and Mr. Shangraw. The courses are offered in two age categories: young people aged 8 through high school and adults aged 16 and above.

All classes are held at Coachella Valley Repertory, 68510 E. Palm Canyon Dr. in Cathedral City. For complete information and to enroll, visit the Coachella Valley Repertory’s website at www.cvrep.org/ conservatory-outreach or call the Conservatory office at (760) 296-2966, ext.? Scholarships are available.