Childrens Theatre

[parad0xical]

So I was wondering if anybody has had experience working in Children's theatre - more specifically Christian Children's Theatre?

Inspiration hit me today, and I'm considering trying to form a project (which at this stage is secret) - but would like to hear the pros and cons first.

SO: have you? Would you do it again?
Or if you haven't: would you try it, and why?

Godspeed,
- Th3o
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[JLSgurl]

I personally haven't but that sounds like a good idea!

 

[sylk]

No I have not, but I would be interested in trying it.

 

[sylk]

Godspeed

 

[Inkachu]

I personally haven't, but I work closely with others who do, and I've also had my son in shows with me (he was 6-7 years old).

A lot of it depends on what age group you're dealing with. If it's little-little kids, say kindergarten age, then it's probably more an issue of the parents wanting to see their adorable little munchkin on a stage for photo ops. The kids may or may not want to do it, and they or may not be able to do it. A shy, quiet, terrified little kid shouldn't be pushed into getting on stage if they don't want to - at least that's JMHO. Now, sometimes, a little kid will already have the passion and the willingness, and I say let them go for it!

Now, older kids, say 3rd grade and up, can really decide if they want to do it; and you as their coach will be able to tell if they've actually got some acting/singing chops or not. I think working with a group this age would be awesome.