Tehama County Arts Council Past Missoula Children's Theatre Events

2008 "MCT"

MCT 2008 marks the 8th straight year the Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) returns to Red Bluff to offer Tehama County children and their families a one-of-a-kind experience.  This year's production is "Wiz of the West", a western re-telling of the classic "Wizard of Oz."All area children, regardless of ability, are welcome to audition for this production on April 21 at Vista Middle School Gym at 3:30 p.m.  Approximately 50 roles are available for students (ages K-12) and no advance preparation is necessary.  If selected, most students will participate in a week of rehearsals in preparation for the show, which will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at the State Theatre.What makes the MCT a must see and do?  MCT's mission statement is "the development of lifeskills in children through participation in the performing arts." These life skills include social and communication skills, self-discipline, a strong work ethic, an understanding of the team concept, and self esteem.  MCT provides professional drama with a unique style of production where local children can try-out, rehearse, and professionally perform in a full-scale musical in less than one week.  "The simplicity yet quality of their music, stories, sets, costumes, and props is something to behold," says Danna Swannenburg, MCT coordinator for the Tehama County Arts Council which has sponsored this event.  "To see a professional production in less than a week, where our talented kids have lines, music to learn, vocal solos and dance is amazing."