Class Act Players


Class Act Players became a reality on February 29th, 2008. Young, aspiring theatre artists from all over Madison and Buncombe Counties auditioned, and twelve talented and dedicated performers were chosen. This elite group is North Carolina’s only touring troupe of young actors.

These exceptional students have come together as a company of performers that will tour throughout western North Carolina, bringing live theatre to retirement communities, community centers, schools, and other venues where those who might not get to the theatre, have the theatre brought to them.

Another goal of the company is to expand the horizons of both the audience and the performers, by exploring artistic expressions from original works to puppetry to Shakespeare.

First Stage is committed to the bettering of young minds through the collaborative process of theatre.

The rules of CAP reflect our mission. First Stage is committed to teaching the life lessons and skills that produce confident, well-rounded adults.


CAP RULES

BE THERE

Mandatory attendance is required for all participants. Two (2) unexcused absences will be accepted. A third unexcused absence will result in immediate dismissal from the company.

ACCEPT THE JOB

Company members must fulfill the duties required of them for any given project. The focus of CAP is on the team as a whole. not the individual. A member’s specific duties may change from project to project.

BE PROFESSIONAL

Professionalism is the key of being a Class Act Player. From rehearsals to performances to public events, every member of the company should conduct themselves in manner befitting a theatre professional.

BE A LEADER

Members should, at every opportunity possible, take the initiative and lead by example. Each member of the team should constantly be on the lookout for ways in which they can contribute to the greater good. This not only builds confidence in you but in others as well.

LEND A HAND

One of the primary goals of the Class Act Players is to help other people. We help them by donating our time, talent and energy to theatrical performances. We also help by seeing to the needs of others on a personal basis in our everyday lives. And, within the company itself, we must commit to helping each other in whatever ways we can. A Class Act Player is someone who is more concerned with what they give than what they get.