FANTASTIC SPRING PERFORMANCES

Cudos to my fantastic actors and actresses, as well as my wonderful teachers, for awesome performances yesterday at the Howard County Center of the Arts! Pictures of these amazing performances will be posted soon!

Veterans Elementary School

Drama Kids students at Veterans Elementary School will be performing, "Storyland," on May 15, at 10:00 am at the Howard County Center of the Arts. Please come out and support your friends and classmates.

Hello Parents and Students!

Just a quick reminder that next week is Parent Day Presentations throughout the County! Our students are very excited to perform some fun-filled miniscripts, improvs, snippets and speech exercises for all of our Drama Kids Parents, Family and Friends. If you have any friends who may be interested in joining Drama Kids, don't forget to invite them to come next week! See you soon!

Saturday's Class at Mt. Hebron

I had the pleasure of visiting our Combination Class at Mt. Hebron Presbyterian Church this past Saturday. What an amazing group of children! I thoroughly enjoyed watching them learn and perform. Cheryl did a fabulous job teaching them the Drama Kids techniques and the students did a fantastic job performing the tasks given them. If you have a "Drama Kid" who would benefit from our classes, please go to www. dramakids.com/md1 to learn more about us and get your student registered, or feel free to give me a call at 410-480-2017 and I'll be happy to tell you more!

HALLOWEEN/FALL HARVEST WEEK!

We will be celebrating Halloween/Fall Harvest next week. All students are encouraged to dress in their favorite Halloween costume or bright fall colors. The students will enjoy special theme-related activities. If you haven't signed up for Drama Kids already, be sure to do so before next week so YOU can join the fun!

IT'S NOT TOO LATE......

We are still accepting enrollments for all of our programs. Go to www.dramakids.com/md1 (Click on OUR SCHEDULE) to enroll or call Dianne Jensen at 410-480-2017. I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your "Drama Kid!"

CLASSES BEGAN TODAY AT DAYTON OAKS

Classes began today at Dayton Oaks Elementary School. The children had a wonderful time with Ms. Cheryl Bowley, our lead teacher. The energy was amazing!We are very excited to have the opportunity to return to this school and share our wonderful program again this year!

LET THE FUN BEGIN!

Thought I'd share some of the fun we had last year! Looking forward to seeing lots of DRAMA KIDS in Howard and Baltimore County again this year!

CLASSES STARTING IN ONE WEEK!

COME JOIN THE FUN! Our drama classes will begin on September 14th -- only one week away! If you haven't signed your child up yet, don't delay. Go to www.dramakids.com/md1 - click on "Our Schedule" and choose the class that fits your child's needs. See you soon!

WHY STUDENTS LOVE DRAMA KIDS CLASSES!

In some parts of the world, such as Australia, where the program first began in 1979, former students are now enrolling their own children so that they too can experience the vibrance, nurturing and personal growth that Drama Kids brings to all students. This is a great compliment to the power of the program!

We are proud to have founded the world’s biggest provider of developmental drama classes in the world. Is this the reason why students love classes? Of course not! They love classes because at every studio, worldwide, the teacher makes each student feel welcome and valued. On the first day of attendance a new student is warmly welcomed and then introduced to a student whose task it is to be their special friend and ease the transition into class. Students love to feel that they are part of something special! They need to know they are valued, included, empowered and encouraged. Drama Kids classes provide endless opportunities for creative involvement with their teacher and with one another.

Because there is such a vast curriculum, students never have a chance to become bored. There is always something new and exciting coming up at next week’s lesson! At every level, students are encouraged to participate fully in all activities. Individual progress is regularly acknowledged. The learning environment is warm and inclusive, providing a safe place to be, to have fun, to learn new skills, and to become more confident and empowered. Developmental drama does not exclude performance! Students experience the joy of performing regularly for their peers, their parents and, finally, for a public audience at the end of each year. The year end productions give students a chance to perform and such involvement creates special memories for them, their parents and friends.

There are no auditions to attend Drama Kids classes. Every child has special qualities and abilities which will be discovered during attendance and participation in this acclaimed program. Quite possibly, one of the biggest reasons students love the program is because their teachers love the program and genuinely care about each and every student participating in it!

DRAMA KIDS IS BACK IN OWINGS MILLS!

We are pleased to announce that we will be returning this Fall to our previous location at Beth Israel Congregation, located at 3706 Crondall Lane in Owings Mills! We are currently offering two classes -- a combination class for ages 5 to 9 and our Jr. Acting Academy for ages 10 - 14. CALL TODAY - 410-480-2017 - to reserve a spot for your DRAMA KID! SPACE IS LIMITED! We look forward to seeing you soon!

NEW DRAMA KIDS VIDEO!!

DRAMA DEVELOPS KIDS!

What your child needs: To be happy and successful in today's highly competitive world, your child needs to be confident and articulate. Whether destined for the stage or the boardroom, DRAMA KIDS prepares children and young adults to speak up clearly and with confidence -- putting them on an easier path for lifelong success. No one does drama like DRAMA KIDS -- no one!

Fall Classes Enrolling Now!

September is approaching and our fall classes are now enrolling. Sign up now, space is limited. Don't delay--Join the fun now!!!

REMINDER: SUMMER CAMP - MONDAY, AUGUST 3

Don't forget -- exciting drama camp starting Monday, August 3 at The Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD 21044.!

HIGHLY MOTIVATED & ENERGETIC TEACHERS WANTED!

Part-time, after school positions in Howard County and Southern Baltimore County for experienced teachers to teach fun classes designed to build speaking skills and confidence in children -- all through the art and fun of drama classes. Previous classroom and/or drama/theatre experience is required. Full training and world-renown curriculum/lesson plans provided. Excellent pay and bonus plan. Email resume to dramakidshcmd@yahoo.com.

What is Lulu Bell from "The Cleanest Town In Texas" up to this summer?

Lulu Belle (aka Alexandra M.) was one of our actors in last year's performance. We caught up with her recenlty and found her enjoying one of her many favorite hobbies -- cake decorating! As with her acting, she is obviously very dedicated to a "job well done!"

Teacher Testimonial

From one of my teachers, Ms. Krystal Brown:

"You have definitely turned Drama Kids International into a great program, and I am proud and honored to have worked with this company, specifically under your direction. Let me thank you, first of all, for all that you have taught me throughout this new experience. Working with you and Cheryl has given me the confidence to continue in this profession."

"ONCE UPON A TIME. . . ."

Looking for Dramatic Fun?

Drama Kids Summer Camp has new and exciting drama activities each day for non-stop fun. Learn acting skills and star in a special end-of-camp performance. Join us for a dramatically fun summer!

DKI SUMMER CAMP -- AUGUST 3 - AUGUST 7 -- for ages 5 - 13. The camp theme is "ONCE UPON A TIME . . ." The Camp will be held at The Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD 21044. Full and half day options are available. Full day tuition is $250 (9 am - 5 pm). Half Day tuition is $150 (9 am - 1 pm). Students to bring bag lunch and 2 snacks(if full day and a snack if half day. Camp curriculum includes a unique combination of fun and creative theatre and speech activities, such as mini-plays, silent scenes, dialogue development, partner performances and theatre games. The camp will feature the play "Fancy That" - specifically written for Drama Kids International.