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Signature Theatre Partnership |
The Tony Award®-winning professional theatre Signature Theatre is thrilled to partner with Fairfax Academy's Musical Theatre & Actors Studio for the 2022/23 school year. Signature Theatre began their partnership in 2018 and is proud to
announce a revitalized program, focused on giving Fairfax Academy's students access to Signature's staff and affiliated artists in an unprecedented manner this year. Each semester, Studio classes will receive multiple customized workshops that aim to address each class's skill levels and artistic development goals. In the past, students have:
While workshops have been a hallmark of the partnership since the beginning, a greater emphasis has been placed on curriculum support than has been in the past and feedback has been tremendously positive. In addition to the workshops, one of the most exciting components of the Signature/Fairfax Academy partnership is the spring showcase that will take place in the ARK Theatre at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. This showcase will feature performances by graduating seniors for an audience that will include area directors and casting representatives.
Finally, Signature Theatre will offer a graduating senior from the Studio an opportunity to participate in Overtures: The Musical Theatre Institute. At no cost to the student, this senior will be put through the paces this coming summer! Designed for recent graduates and college students, Overtures is a two-week intensive, professional training program designed to provide students with the necessary steppingstones from high school and university training to working in musical theatre professionally. Rigorous and personalized instruction in vocal technique, song interpretation, acting and auditions in both group and private settings with professional directors, music directors, choreographers, casting directors and actors make Overtures a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Workshops, showcases, and a guaranteed spot for one student in Overtures. Signature and Fairfax Academy have loved working together for years and both can guarantee: This is only the beginning! We are mutually excited about the possibilities of this partnership as we all work together to provide these students with the best theatrical training in the region.
announce a revitalized program, focused on giving Fairfax Academy's students access to Signature's staff and affiliated artists in an unprecedented manner this year. Each semester, Studio classes will receive multiple customized workshops that aim to address each class's skill levels and artistic development goals. In the past, students have:
- Worked with Signature's casting department on audition pieces and on the industry level changes happening to address equity issues in professional theatre.
- Worked with local university faculty on vocal technique and vocal auditions.
- Received introductory training on Augusto Boal, Image Theatre and Theatre of the Oppressed.
While workshops have been a hallmark of the partnership since the beginning, a greater emphasis has been placed on curriculum support than has been in the past and feedback has been tremendously positive. In addition to the workshops, one of the most exciting components of the Signature/Fairfax Academy partnership is the spring showcase that will take place in the ARK Theatre at Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. This showcase will feature performances by graduating seniors for an audience that will include area directors and casting representatives.
Finally, Signature Theatre will offer a graduating senior from the Studio an opportunity to participate in Overtures: The Musical Theatre Institute. At no cost to the student, this senior will be put through the paces this coming summer! Designed for recent graduates and college students, Overtures is a two-week intensive, professional training program designed to provide students with the necessary steppingstones from high school and university training to working in musical theatre professionally. Rigorous and personalized instruction in vocal technique, song interpretation, acting and auditions in both group and private settings with professional directors, music directors, choreographers, casting directors and actors make Overtures a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Workshops, showcases, and a guaranteed spot for one student in Overtures. Signature and Fairfax Academy have loved working together for years and both can guarantee: This is only the beginning! We are mutually excited about the possibilities of this partnership as we all work together to provide these students with the best theatrical training in the region.
David Zobell; Education Director &
Matthew Taylor Strote; Education Program Manager
Matthew Taylor Strote; Education Program Manager
The annual Signature Spotlight Showcase is hosted by Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre. The evening is designed to replicate conservatory showcases that university students produce during their own senior year. Several industry stakeholders attend providing students the opportunity to network and bridge professional connections. One lucky student is even granted a scholarship to participate in Signature Theatre’s Musical Theatre Institute, Overtures.
2025 Signature Spotlight Showcase
2024 Signature Spotlight Showcase
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2023 Signature Spotlight Showcase
2022 Signature Spotlight Showcase
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The Signature Showcase is special because seniors not only have the opportunity to showcase their work for their friends and family, but also to a handful of industry and educational stakeholders; including, but not limited to: Artistic Directors, Casting Directors, Talent Scouts, and Administrative Leaders. Each year, one lucky senior is chosen to attend Signature’s Musical Theatre Institute, Overtures, at no cost...an $1,800 scholarship!
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Congratulations to KATHRYN WHITIS
[Fairfax HS], who was announced the 2025 recipient of the Overtures Scholarship. |
Congratulations to ALEJANDRO CAHOON [Fairfax HS], who was announced the 2024 recipient of the Overtures Scholarship.
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Congratulations to
ELA HOWARD [Centreville HS], who was announced the 2023 recipient of the Overtures Scholarship. |
Congratulations to
EVAN HOLT [Hayfield HS], who was announced the 2022 recipient of the Overtures Scholarship |