DCTA Awarded Funds To Establish Lewis E. Myers, Jr. Scholarship Program

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts has announced that the Lewis E. Myers, Jr. Scholarship Program for The Denver Center Theatre Academy has been established at The Denver Foundation by The Pioneer Fund.

“This is a tremendous honor given to the Denver Center Theatre Academy while paying tribute to an amazing man, Lewis E. Myers,” said Academy Director Tam Dalrymple Frye. “I am very grateful to the Pioneer Fund and The Denver Foundation. Our Academy students are extremely excited to have an opportunity like this during these lean economic times.”

Before WWII, Lewis E. Myers, Jr. was a serious actor who intended to pursue his career after the war. He once stated that he would “wield his sword in defense of justice, glory and righteousness,” which is exactly what he did, sacrificing his life — and his dream — along the way. Established through the estate of his sister, the late Helen M. McLoraine, The Lewis E. Myers, Jr. Actors Scholarship Program is intended to help serious actors develop their craft.

Over the course of its 20 years, the Academy has provided aspiring artists the opportunity to develop their talents and skills under the guidance of a professional faculty, actors and directors from the Denver Center. As one of the largest theatre education programs in the country affiliated with a professional theatre, the Academy was a terrific fit for the scholarship program. Funds from the endowment will enable the Academy to provide scholarships to help students to foster their talents to become professional actors.

Adult and teen actors are invited to apply for The Lewis E. Myers, Jr. Scholarship. All funds awarded will be used as tuition at the Denver Center Theatre Academy. Applicants must demonstrate need, aptitude and commitment to the craft. Applications are available at the Denver Center Theatre Academy at 303.446.4892 or email academy@dcpa.org

In addition to the Academy’s standard curriculum, the scholarship program allows the Academy to create specific classes and curriculum for PHAMALy members. The Denver Center Theatre Academy recognizes participation in PHAMALy as a serious commitment to the craft of acting.

Upcoming PHAMALy Classes at the Denver Center Theatre Academy

Musical Theatre Auditioning Conservatory Theatre

3rd Floor

January 21th 10:30am-12:30pm

Instructors: Allison Watrous, Steff Grogan

Get ready for summer auditions! Whether a belt or ballad, give them an audition to remember. Class will focus on song selection, acting a song and presence.

Sharpen your Singing Skills

Studio 10, 3rd Floor

February 18th 10:30am-12pm

Instructor: Steff Grogan

This vocal workshop will give you tools to bring your voice to its fullest potential. Class will cover warm-up techniques, vowel placement and will address each individual’s range. Please bring 32 bar cut and sheet music.

Basics of Stage Combat

Studio 12 Third Floor

April 3rd 6:30-8:30pm

Instructor: Geoffrey Kent

Come learn the basics of unarmed stage combat in this two-hour workshop. Have fun learning the trade secrets while keeping yourself safe.

Intro to Improv

Studio 6, Third Floor

April 4th- 25th

6:30-8:30pm

Instructor: Allison Watrous

Explore the fundamentals of improvisation through short form. Learn how to be more spontaneous, expand your creative choices and build ensemble.

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