Return to flip book view

Message I T ’ S S H O W T I M E !S T C A N D S T AS E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 5NEWSLETTER

Monthly NewsletterW E L C O M E T O O U RI T ’ S S H O W T I M E !S T C A N D S T AS E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 5Latest updates, class info, merch orders and more!In this newsletter you will find:R E G U L A R C L A S S E S STA RT T H I S W E E K ! ! !

SeptemberI F Y O U R B I R T H D A Y I S I N T H E M O N T H O F S E P T E M B E R B U T N O TO N T H E L I S T , E M A I L : M A D D I S O N @ S H O W T I M E A C A D E M Y R H . C O MS O W E C A N U P D A T E O U R R E C O R D S .9/1 Bradley Dillinger9/2 Natalie Bachner9/3 Norah Barattini9/4 Jordan Halley9/5 Noah Phillips9/5 Kendal Malone9/5 Skylin Reece9/7 Scarlett Dillinger9/8 Thomas Hill9/10 Olive Ostenfeld9/10 Charlotte Williams9/10 Ellie Jones 9/11 Zoe Taylor 9/11 Ava Taylor 9/13 Gracie Donovan 9/14 Morgan McConnell9/14 Corinne Klamerus9/15 Lincoln Potter9/17 Brynn Backeberg9/18 Hudson Cope9/19 Kennedy Clowney9/20 Salem Nichols9/21 Olivia Combs 9/26 Rori Baucom9/27 Oliver Smith 9/27 Hudson Slensker

SEASON 12Are you Ready?CHECKLISTI completed Season 12 Registration Forms and chose Season 12 Classes.I have a Signed Terms of Agreement and Waiver on file.I understand enrollment and payments for Season 12 run through July 2026, and my card on file is upto date.At least 1 guardian attended a Mandatory Parent Meeting in August (If not, e-mailinfo@showtimeacademyrh.com, to get scheduled for a make-up session)If I am a new student, I have attended a New Student Meeting (If not, e-mailinfo@showtimeacademyrh.com, to get scheduled for a make-up session)I have all the necessary supplies for class: Showtime bag with my appropriate dance shoes, dresscode/color-appropriate athletic wear, a water bottle that does not leak, deodorant, hair ties for longhair (Hair is to be pulled back in all dance classes), labels in all of my personal belongings, danceshoes, and water bottles.I have visited the current resources page at www.showtimeacademyrh.com/current-students andreviewed the student handbook, made a note of important dates, deadlines, details, and more. I havealso noted the landing pages for the shows and teams we are involved with.I am ready with an attitude that is excited and hungry to learn! I AM AN ARTIST! Showtime Academy

S H O W T I M EA C A D E M YI M P O R T A N T D A T E SDates to RememberSeptember 2nd-Fall Classes Begin!September 12th-14 & 19th-21st - thThe Secret GardenSeptember 15 - thMean Girls Production Fee & JTFParticipation Fee DueSeptember 27 - thOpen House - Invite your friends tocome see what we are all about!!September 1 - stLabor DayPlease refer to the dates and details below forinformation on studio holidays and other closures. Studio Built in Holidays W W W . S H O W T I M E A C A D E M Y R H . C O M / C U R R E N T - S T U D E N T Sinfo@showtimeacademyrh.com 803-203-0208Looking Ahead...October 4-7 - Showtime NYC TripOctober 20-25 - Buddy Week

The week of 9/8-9/12Monday 9/8: JTF STC team rehearsal CANCELEDTuesday 9/9: Guys & Dolls rehearsal CANCELEDTuesday 9/9: TNT Theatre Dance Tech 101, 102, & 104CANCELEDThursday 9/11: TNT Theatre Dance Tech 101, 102, & 103CANCELEDThursday 9/11: Guys & Dolls rehearsal CANCELEDFriday 9/12: Mean Girls rehearsal CANCELEDSaturday 9/13: TNT Theatre Dance Tech 101, 102, 103, &104 class make ups. 103/104 Make Up 9am. 101/102 MakeUp 10am.TNT ClassUpdatesfor SeptemberThe week of 9/1-9/5Monday 9/1: Labor Day - Studio Closed - No Classes!Tuesday 9/2: Guys & Dolls Tues. & Thur. groups COMBINED. Thursday 9/4: NO Guys & Dolls (rehearsed on Tuesday 9/2) The week of 9/15-9/19Tuesday 9/16: Guys & Dolls Tues. & Thur. groupsCOMBINED. Tuesday 9/16: TNT Theatre Dance Tech classes COMBINEDwith Thursday Theatre Dance Tech classes. Thursday 9/18: NO Guys & Dolls (rehearsed on Tuesday9/16) Thursday 9/18: NO TNT Theatre Dance Tech 101, 102, &103 (COMBINED with Tuesday 9/16 classes).

MAKE-UPMEETINGSMAKE-UPMEETINGSAcademy Parent SuccessThese meeting give you info and detailsabout the season, and help you feelconfident about staying in the loop thisseason. Mandatory for all parents!Join us for an informative session! RSVP Here:https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054FACAC2DABFA7-58404421-academy7:00PMIN PERSON: WED. SEPTEMBER 24, 2025IN PERSON: WED. SEPTEMBER 24, 2025Join us for an informative session! Virtual Link:https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83918517374?pwd=mXQBn8i5WkYphdOlaDlrZlm3YAvSAz.17:00PMVIRTUAL OPTION: WED. SEPTEMBER 17, 2025VIRTUAL OPTION: WED. SEPTEMBER 17, 2025

COMMUNITYCHORUSDiscover the joy of singing inour student aged ChorusClass, taught by the talentedMs. Brittany Martin!Whether you're a beginner orhave experience, this class is agreat opportunity to buildconfidence, make friends, andgrow your vocal skills in a fun andsupportive environment.info@showtimeacademyrh.comWhen: Tuesdays, 2-3pmWhere: ShowtimeAcademy 2197 Dave Lyle Blvd,Suite 110, Rock Hill, SC,29730HAVE QUESTIONSOR ARE READY TOSIGN UP?803-203-0208

We’re thrilled to announce that construction is officially underway forour new home — The Rock Arts and Events Center! This marks an exciting new chapter, and we can’t wait to welcomeyou into a space designed to inspire, connect, and celebrate the artsand community.

RSVP today!SeptemberOpenHouseThere will be:Contact UsSample classes!Program info!Arts & Crafts!Photo Booth!803-203-0208info@showtimeacademy.comDo you know someonewho may be interestedin our program? Invite them to ourSeptember OpenHouse!12:00-2:00Click the linkabove orscan the QRcode.

ADDITIONALFEES FORSEASON 12Mainstage Production FeesMean Girls due 9/15Guys and Dolls due 11/15James and the GiantPeach Jr. due 11/15$150JTF Participation Fee due9/15$150Art Fee due 10/15$35Technical Theatre Fee due10/15$35Sewing/ Costuming Fee due10/15$35

MEET THE NEWTEACHER!Dearest Showtime Academy students & families,My name is Ashlyn Uribe Finster (but you can call me Mrs. Ashlyn or Mrs.Finster) and I am so honored and excited to be your next Acting & VoiceInstructor! I began my performance journey when I was in elementary/middleschool (like many of you) and went on to earn a BFA in Musical Theatre,become an independent recording artist, as well as a traveling performerwith the kids’ show Danny Go! I love what I do and I remember how powerfulthat passion for the performing arts was when I first began as an 11 year old.It’s that same passion and drive that has carried me through all seasons oflife as an artist and I cannot wait to witness & help foster that powerful giftin all of you! Parents, grandparents, guardians etc., please never feelhesitant to reach out to me with quite literally any concerns, ideas orquestions! I am here for your students just as intentionally as I am for you. Icannot wait for the year ahead and all that lies in store for us.See you soon, super stars!Sincerely,Mrs. FinsterMrs. Ashlyn Uribe FinsterWhat does she teach?Mrs. Ashlyn will be teaching Acting and Voice for all ages! She is alsoavailable for private voice lessons! info@showtimeacademyrh.com(803)203-0208A Word from Mrs. Ashlyn!

New Academy Location!2197 Dave Lyle Blvd, Suite 110 Rock Hill, SC 29730ALL Academy classes and events will nowhappen at this location! See you there! = performance location

Get Tickets Today!Come to My GardenSeptember 12th 7PM,September 13 7PM,September 14 2PM, ththSeptember 20 7pM,September 21 2PM thstStep into the Magic of The Secret Garden! Experience the Tony Award–winning, family-friendly, full-length musical that has captured hearts for generations. TheSecret Garden brings Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved classic novel to life with a sweeping score, unforgettablecharacters, and a story of hope, healing, and the transformative power of nature.Follow young Mary Lennox as she uncovers hidden wonders, mends broken hearts, and discovers the beauty offriendship and renewal. With breathtaking music and timeless themes, The Secret Garden is an enchanting theatricalevent for audiences of all ages.Don’t miss your chance to be transported—reserve your seats today and unlock the magic that blooms behind thegarden walls! PerformanceDatesClick on the Ticket Belowto buy your tickets today!

M E T R O L I N A T H E AT R E AS S O C I AT I O NN O M I N AT I O N S A R E I N . . . .Showtime Theatre Company Received 16 Award Nominations!O U TS TA N D I N G M U S I C A LO U TSTA N D I N G L E A D ACTO R O U TS TA N D I N G M U S I C A LO U TSTA N D I N G C H O R E O G R A P H YO U TSTA N D I N G L E A D ACTO R O U TSTA N D I N G S U P P O R T I N G A CTO R O U TSTA N D I N G D I R E CT I O N O U TSTA N D I N G S E T D E S I G NO U TSTA N D I N G C O S T U M E D E S I G N O U TSTA N D I N G S O U N D D E S I G NO U TSTA N D I N G M U S I C D I R E CT I O NO U TSTA N D I N G C H O R E O G R A P H YJ E N N I F E R R E A D, E M I LY M O R R I S O N , C A M E R O N M I L LSS P E C I A L AWA R D SW I L L I A M E . R AC K L E Y AWA R DT H E AT R E P E R S O N O F T H E Y E A RE M E R G I N G A R T I ST O F T H E Y E A RT H E AT R E C O M PA N Y O F T H E Y E A RJ E N N I F E R R E A DJ E N N I F E R R E A D A N D J E N N I F E R T U C K E RT J W I L L I A M SR O B E R T R E A D A N D J A N P O R T E RJ E N N I F E R R E A D , A M Y W U R T H M A N N , L I N D A S C H A L B E R GR Y A N C E R T OR O B E R T B E V I L A C Q U AN A T H A N W H E A T O NG A V I N F I E L D SJA N P O RT E RN AT H A N W H E ATO NJ E N N I F E R R E A DT H A N K YO U , M E T R O L I N A T H E AT R E A S S O C I AT I O N , F O R E V E R Y T H I N G YO U D O T OS U P P O R T T H E AT R E I N T H E C H A R L O T T E A R E A !

Season 12Showtime Theatre CompanyIt’s Showtime!Become a Season Patron Donating Member and get access to early ticket sales, free tickets, special events and more! Become a member today!

Show DetailsConsiderationsSTCSTAMean Girls will featureHigh School and MiddleSchool Performersenrolled in ShowtimeAcademy’s Year-RoundTraining program. Performance DatesNovember 7th-9 and 14th-16th. thMandatory Tech RehearsalsOctober 24th-26 , andNovember 1st-2nd, withfinal tech/dress November5 and 6 . thth thRehearsals will begin Monday,August 4th, 7-9, for a read/sing-thru,then continue on Tuesdays 7-9through August, and Fridays staringAugust 8 4:30-6:30 throughOctober. Additional rehearsals onSunday evenings 7-8:30 will bebased on specific characters/numbers as needed in October.thAdditionally, we will host full castSaturday Rehearsal October 18th.Content in this show is considered High School/Adult. Tech rehearsals are a black out period. Everyone must attend. They are longrehearsals, so be prepared for full day participation and late nights, sometimesextending to 10PM weeknights. Students who miss tech rehearsals, or toomany regular rehearsals, will be removed from the production. Fees are non-refundable. A production fee of $150 applies in addition to tuition. Performersprovide their own undergarments, dance shoes, makeup, and wigs as applicableActorsTech &Performance DatesRehearsalsTickets on Sale Now forPatrons. Tickets on SaleSeptember 12 for thegeneral publicth

Show DetailsReherasal DetailsConsiderationsSTCSTAJames and the GiantPeachJr. will featureElementary School AgePerformers who areenrolled in ShowtimeAcademy’s year-roundtraining program Performance Dates January30th-February 1 andFebruary 5th-8thst(February 5 will be school dayperformances, performers willneed to miss school that day) thMandatory Tech RehearsalsJanuary 23rd-29th.Rehearsals will beginSeptember 3 , Wednesdays.There will be 2 casts. rdWe will host additionalRehearsals 10/4, 11/21,12/12Tech rehearsals are a black out period. Everyone must attend. They are longrehearsals, so be prepared for full day participation and late nights, sometimesextending to 8:30-9PM weeknights. Students who miss tech rehearsals, or toomany regular rehearsals, will be removed from the production. Fees are non-refundable. A production fee of $150 applies in addition to tuition. Performersprovide their own undergarments, dance shoes, makeup, and wigs as applicable.ActorsTech &Performance DatesRehearsalsStudents should attend rehearsals regularly, in Showtime Academy dresscode attire, with appropriate dance shoes, a no-spill water bottle, their dancebag and a pencil. Please review additional mainstage performancerequirements and details in the student handbook here:https://www.showtimeacademyrh.com/current-studentsTickets on Sale Nowfor Patrons. Tickets onSale in November forthe general public

Show DetailsRehearsal DetailsConsiderationsSTCSTATech rehearsals beginApril 12 12-9pm(the lastday of Spring break forsome) thApril 13 5-DonethApril 14th-5-DoneApril 15 5-DonethApril 16 5- Doneth(We Aim to be done about9:30, so students can bepicked up between 9:30and 10PM. )Rehearsals will begin September2nd. Starting September 23,Tuesdays/Thursdays 7-8:30, movingto 7-9 in March. Starting in March,some actors may need to attendboth rehearsals.Additionally, we will hostRehearsals 2/27, 3/13, 3/27,Runyunland Casts 4:30-7 andFugue For Tinhorns cast 7-9:30Tech rehearsals are a black out period. Everyone must attend. They are longrehearsals, so be prepared for full day participation and late nights, sometimesextending to 10PM weeknights. Schedule spring break vacations accordingly asthe first tech rehearsal is April 12 . Students who miss tech rehearsals, or toomany regular rehearsals, will be removed from the production. Fees are non-refundable. A production fee of $150 applies in addition to tuition. Performersprovide their own undergarments, dance shoes, makeup, and wigs as applicable.th Performance DatesRehearsalsPerformances will be:Runyunland CastApril 17th 7PMApril 19 1PM thApril 25 Pick Up Reh 12pm thApril 25th 7 PMApril 26 1PM.thFugue for Tinhorns CastApril 18 11AMthApril 19 6PMthApril 23 Pick Up Reh. 6PMrdApril 24 7PMthApril 26 6PMthTech DatesStudents should attend rehearsals regularly, in Showtime Academy dress code attire,with appropriate dance shoes, a no-spill water bottle, their dance bag and a pencil.Please review additional mainstage performance requirements and details in the studenthandbook here: https://www.showtimeacademyrh.com/current-studentsTickets on Sale Nowfor Patrons. Tickets onSale in February for thegeneral public

Show DetailsAbout the TeamAdditional ConsiderationsSTCSTAGrades 3 - 12thrdEnrolled in ShowtimeAcademy’s Year-RoundTraining Program, (Mustbe 8yrs old by January 1,2026) The Festival Takes placein ATL January 16th-18,with travel days on the15 and 19th. (Mayrequire missing a day ofschool depending onschool holiday schedule)ththRehearsals will beginMondays, August 11 , 7-8:30. The older team willmove to 7-9 in December.BOTH teams will haveadditional rehearsals on11/21, 12/12, 12/19 and1/4.thThe Junior Theater Festival Team is a competitive team. Not all those who audition will becast. Please do not audition if you are not prepared for rejection. Cast members arechosen based on skill, professionalism, ability to learn fast, be calm under pressure, be apositive team member, and the limited number that fit into the adjudication space. The Junior Theater Festival team members are required to participate in Theatre DanceTechnique classes at a minimum of 1 class per week. They must attend all rehearsals andclasses. Participants who miss a combination of more than 3 training classes orrehearsals, without director permission, may be removed from the team. Fees are non-refundable.ActorsDatesRehearsalsIn addition to Showtime Academy Tuition, The Junior Theater Festival Team members willhave a participation fee of $150 per performer, to help cover the costs of team items andteam entrance fees. Additionally, the individual entrance fee of $350 per person (appliesto parents/families members as well), hotel and food while in ATL. Team members willprovide their own pants and shoes and can buy optional team jackets.

Want to Watch the videos of what youaccomplished last year? Use the links below to download the videos. NOTE: Please do not post the videos online, as that is a violation of the rights required to produce the shows. NOTE: Videos will be available here for 30 days to download for personal viewing. Thanks!My Son Pinocchio Jr Friday My Son Pinocchio Jr Saturday AMLegally Blonde Jr and Legally BlondeNewsies 1 Newsies 2Year in Revue Movie

PRIVATE LESSONS!We offer private lessons in thefollowing areas:Ask a staff member to learn more aboutthe private lesson process & pricing.Contact the studio to sign up for privatelessons & to get connected with a privatelesson teacher. info@showtimeacademyrh.com | 803-203-0208Cancellation Policy24 hour notice of cancellation, no charge for lesson. Cancellation within 8 hours of lesson, charged 50% of lesson fee.No shows, charged full lesson fee.**This does not apply in case of emergencyVoice PianoDanceActing

Do you want to rock some Showtime swag?!New Designs Available!Get Your Showtime Gear!Use the link below to purchase an Academy orTheatre Company jacket, Showtime Academy t-shirts, water bottles and more! S H O W T I M E G E A R !

We have broken ground for our new facility! Here is a preview of the design for the theatre!Click here!Thank you to Hans Meier Designs and Vinyet Architecture formaking this great video for us!

Vist this page!Read thehandbook!W E B R E S O U R C E S !Current StudentResourcesAccess links to the studentportal, cast resources, JTFdetails, the studenthandbook and more.StudentHandbookRead about the expectationsfor our program, leadershipsfocuses, and other importantinformation! W W W . S H O W T I M E A C A D E M Y R H . C O M / C U R R E N T - S T U D E N T Sinfo@showtimeacademyrh.com 803-203-0208