Young Performers of Castro Valley Dramatic Arts Academy Take the Stage

By Castro Valley Dramatic Arts Academy

Castro Valley Dramatic Arts Academy (CVDAA) serves Castro Valley families with theater workshops offered to students from third grade through college age.

Coming up in April and May, we are excited to announce live performances by several of our recent workshops, including one original production by a student.

We do not refuse participation in our programs to any student on the basis of financial need. Our programs are funded through a combination of tuition, grants and donations. We also offer a summer program running June 18 to July 20 at Canyon Middle School.

Please come and experience the dynamic creativity of these students, and if you think your student might be interested in participating in a program like this, we will be available to answer any of your questions.

All performances will be held in the little theater at , Room D-11. The school is located at 19600 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley.

“Happily Never After” (Creekside Middle School Theatre Workshop):

On April 25 and 27 at 7 p.m. the  theatre workshop students will present an original CVDAA play called, “Happily Never After” which looks at what happens when some fairy tale characters get stuck in the real world. Tickets will be available at the door for a $5 suggested donation.

“InStar” (Canyon Middle School Theatre Workshop #1):

Mark your calendar for May 3 and 4 for performances taking place at 7 p.m. by Canyon Middle School theatre workshop students. They will present an original CVDAA play called “Instar” which explores the life of middle school students and their relationships. Tickets will be available at the door for a $5 suggested donation.

TBD (Canyon Middle School Theatre Workshop #2):

Coming May 10 and 11 at 7 p.m. the Canyon Middle School theatre workshop students will present a new CVDAA play about self-identity and social labeling. Tickets will be available at the door for a $5 suggested donation.

"Nothing is Simple," an original student production

An original play written by Castro Valley High School student Amelia Henderson will be performed on May 17 and 18 at 7 p.m..

Please visit www.cvdaa.org for more information about CVDAA programs. You can also visit its Facebook page.