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And just like that, it's time to get ready for the new school year! Whether you've spent the summer performing, learning, traveling or just lounging, we hope you are as excited as we are to come back refreshed and ready for an exciting year! |
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IMPORTANT DATES ***Dates Listed Subject to Change*** August 1 - Senior Orientation 2 - Junior Orientation 3 - Sophomore Orientation 8 - Freshman Orientation 8 - DA Theatre New Student Welcome Lunch 14 - First Day of School 14-15 - Over the Tavern Auditions 19-20 - Headshots with Darnell Bennett (all slots have been filled) 24 - DA Theatre Booster General Meeting 30 - Early release from school September 4 - No School - Labor Day 16-17 - Pre-Screens 17 - Program ads due for Over the Tavern 21 - Booster Leadership Meeting 27 - Early release from school 27-30 - Over the Tavern 29 - Patron Dinner for Over the Tavern |
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DA Theatre New Student Welcome Lunch Please join your DA Theatre family for a new student welcome lunch! ALL new theatre students (tech, performance & musical theatre) and parents, are invited to lunch in the DA cafeteria at NOON on August 8th, hosted by the Theatre Boosters. Your future teachers and theatre boosters will be in attendance to share information regarding the 2023-24 school year. You will also have an opportunity to purchase DA Theatre merchandise. You don't want to miss this opportunity to meet your teachers and peers prior to the start of the school year!!! *If you did NOT receive the email invitation for this event, please contact us via email at: datheatreboosters@gmail.com See you there!! | | |
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OVER THE TAVERN Our first show of the 2023-2024 theatre season will be Over the Tavern. Auditions will take place on the first day back to school in the Black Box. Please follow the @DAOvertheTavern Instagram account for sides and information on how to prepare for the audition. Any questions should be directed to Mrs. Harrison via email at: HarrisonB@DuvalSchools.org or via direct message (DM) on the IG account. |
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Show dates: Sept. 27-30, 7:30pm and Oct.1st, *2:00pm Auditions in Black Box: Monday, August 14th, 3:40-6:00pm Callbacks: Tuesday, August 15th, 3:40-6:00pm Follow Us on Instagram at @DAOvertheTavern *Please note the correct time for the 10/1 show is 2:00pm, not 2:30pm as originally advertised* |
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The Douglas Anderson School of the Arts Enrichment Fee program is critical to bridging the gap between public school funding and the educational tools needed to provide the specialized level of training of a performing arts school. Every arts area within DA has an enrichment fee to support each student’s individual arts area. Fees are used to maintain the Theatre Department’s curriculum, to provide exceptional opportunities in learning, and to support and celebrate all our students as they progress through their high school experience. The DA Theatre Enrichment Fee, which is paid annually, is for the benefit of all theatre students throughout their four years at DA. Parents need to complete the Enrichment Fee Acknowledgement Form. Once completed, they will receive an email with a discount code for $25 off their enrichment fee AND their student will also receive a DA theatre jacket and water bottle.
**Fee must be paid by August 31 to receive discount** https://www.datheatreboosters.org/enrichment-fee-2023-2024 |
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Become a Benefactor of the
2023-2024 DA Theatre Program |
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We could not produce the amazing shows we do, without the support of our Patron Members and Corporate Partners in Theatre Education. These sponsorship programs help us defray the costs associated with maintaining our nationally recognized Theatre Arts program. Participation in the Patrons and Corporate Partner in Theatre Education Programs apply to the 2023-2024 season productions of Over the Tavern, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Once On This Island, and The Crucible with benefits including: show tickets, ad space, and more. If you are a small business owner or know an organization who loves and supports the arts, please consider becoming a Patron or Corporate Partner. We have membership levels for every budget. A portion of the sponsorship may be tax deductible. Please email: datheatretreasurer@gmail.com for more information or visit our Patron Membership and Corporate Partner in Theatre Education pages on the DA Theatre Booster Website. |
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Great News!! We Have Additional Headshot Opportunities in October!! All slots for the opportunity to purchase headshots in August are sold out! Luckily for us (and you), Darnell will be back on October 14th & 15th with additional sessions for headshots. Time slots are limited and available on a first come first served basis so please do not delay in reserving your spot TODAY!! Please contact Rashada Tedder to pay for and schedule headshots: Cell: 912-272-6331 / Email: Rashada.Tedder@gmail.com |
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The Theatre Department needs lots of volunteers throughout the year to support our students and keep our shows running smoothly. Please check with DCPS to ensure your volunteer information is up to date! Volunteer applications are valid for two years from the date your application was processed and required in order to volunteer with the DA Theatre Boosters. If you think you need to renew your DCPS volunteer application, DCPS provides the following information: Log into the DCPS volunteer portal by visiting https://dcps.samaritan.com/custom/506/volunteer_login. If you do not remember your password, please click on the blue “Forgot your password?” link right beneath the “Volunteer Login” button. You will be automatically prompted to sign all necessary waivers and re-authorize your volunteer background screening. IMPORTANT: Once you have completed all waivers, click the yellow “Edit Profile” button on your volunteer dashboard to review and update any information that may have changed such as your name, address, phone number, email address, etc. This information is used to process your background screening so please make sure we have the most updated information.
Once it is submitted, please allow 5-10 business days for processing. They will notify you of your status once that process is completed. Feel free to contact them if you have any additional questions at 904-390-2960 or volunteer@duvalschools.org |
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The DA Theatre Online Merchandise Store is NOW OPEN! Get ready to flaunt your DA Theatre swag! Our online store is stocked with lots of fabulous merchandise ready to order. There is something for everyone! Place your orders here: https://shop.compass-screenprinting.com/da_theatre_merch/shop/home A selection of merchandise will also be available to purchase at each orientation and the new student lunch. |
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Have You Completed the Parent/Student Contact Form? New to DA? We don't want you to miss out on any important events or information! If you haven't done so already, please be sure to complete the Parent Contact Form via the button below. If any of your contact information has changed, please let us know by sending an email with your revised information to: datheatreboosters@gmail.com |
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