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MEMBERS OF THE 2018/19 BAM CONSEEVATORY ENSEMBLE IN THEIR PERFORMANCE OF INTO THE WOODS (MARCH, 2019),

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For the first time in Hinsdale and surrounding suburbs, a select group of advanced actors have the opportunity to study, create, and perform with theatre professionals over an eight month curriculum as part of BAMtheatre's new BAM Conservatory Ensemble. Since 2001, BAMtheatre has provided outstanding educational theatre opportunities to over 600 students annually. This fall, an ensemble of actors selected through auditions have begun a rigorous curriculum of classes and workshops, led by a team of industry professionals from across Chicago and beyond.

Faculty members include Jeff-award winning actors, leaders at Chicago's most renowned regional theatres, such as the Paramount and Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and highly esteemed educators whose backgrounds include advanced degrees in theatre, vocal performance, dance and directing, as well as extensive experience in playwriting, choreography and performance across a wide array of professional theaters. United by their passion for inspiring the next generation of actors, the BCE faculty will guide the students through an intensive learning process which will culminate in highly innovative Conservatory Ensemble productions.

JUNIOR AND HIGH SCHOOL BCE STUDENTS JOIN TOGETHER FOR A MEETING ABOUT AN UPCOMING SPECIAL WORKSHOP

The Conservatory Ensemble program features two levels: the High School BAM Conservatory Ensemble, and the Junior BAM Conservatory Ensemble for grades 3-8. Beginning in September, twenty-five actors were selected for each level of the program.

Hinsdale is home to many artistic organizations, and we are so proud to extend our legacy here in this wonderful community that cherishes and supports the performing arts.

— MELANIE LAMOUREUX, BAMTHEATRE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Throughout the fall term, the students will take part in classes, workshops, and master classes. In the spring term, the focus will shift to performance as the high school students produce Shaina Taub’s musical adaptation of Twelfth Night, and the Junior actors work to create, produce, and perform an original musical.

HARMONY FRANCE AND PATRICK HILL CO-TEACH THE HIGH SCHOOL BAM CONSERVATORY ENSEMBLE’S SONG INTERPRETATION CLASS. FRANCE IS THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF FIREBRAND THEATRE, WHICH HAS GARNERED SEVERAL JEFF AWARD NOMINATIONS.

True to BAMtheatre’s mission, these new programs focus on education, collaboration, and the creative process. BAMtheatre offers a variety of programs throughout the entire year suitable for actors as young as three through high school, college, and young professionals. For more information on the BAM Conservatory Ensemble, as well as all of BAM’s other programs, please visit bamtheatre. com ■

April 24 & 25 Created by the Junior BAMtheatre Conservatory Ensemble Adapted by Patrick Hill & Nick Thornton BAMTHEATRE.COM/TICKETS ---------------------------------------------------------- Jan 31 Feb 2 Conceived by Kwame Kwei-Armah & Shaina Taub Music & Lyricsw by Shaina Taub BAMTHEATRE.COM/TICKETS