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GUILD BUILDERS WORKSHOPS
IMPORTANT GUILD BUILDERS ANNOUNCEMENT
When we announced our 2026 Workshops, we were unaware that our Guild production of “Frozen” had scheduled auditions the morning of August 22. Therefore, we are cancelling that workshop and will begin our workshops the following Saturday morning on August 29. Below is the revised information:
THE 2026 GUILD BUILDERS WORKSHOPS ARE ALMOST HERE!
The Actors Guild of Parkersburg is excited to announce that we will be starting a new season of Workshops for our Guild Builders Program. Our Guild Builders Program is designed to encourage students to learn about and participate in theatre. To participate you must be 9 years old by October 10, 2026, and no older than 18 by February 14, 2027. These Workshops will be held at the Actors Guild, 724 Market Street, on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon for 7 weeks beginning on Saturday. August 29, 2026, and continuing through Saturday, October 10. Please note the new start time, as we are expanding each Saturday’s workshops this year!
Each week will focus on different topics such as the basics of acting, makeup and hair, scenic design, dancing, singing, props, costumes, improv, and tech theatre. These classes will be taught by members of the Guild and invited guests. Since our production this year will be “Shrek, Jr.”, we will be focusing on specialty makeup designs this year.
We encourage anyone interested in theatre, whether first-timers or seasoned performers, to attend these informative and fun morning workshops. Even though there will be no charge for these workshops, we ask that parents sign their children up in advance so that we will have compete information before workshops begin. Please click here to fill out the enrollment form: https://forms.gle/5qsLvBQcmYrUXtmS6
Auditions for our Guild Builders production of “Shrek, Jr.” will be held on October 10, 11 & 12, 2026, with show dates January 30 – February 14, 2027. It is not necessary to attend the Guild Bulder Workshops to audition for the show.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 304-485-9322 or at www.actors-guild.com
IMPORTANT GUILD BUILDERS ANNOUNCEMENT
When we announced our 2026 Workshops, we were unaware that our Guild production of “Frozen” had scheduled auditions the morning of August 22. Therefore, we are cancelling that workshop and will begin our workshops the following Saturday morning on August 29. Below is the revised information:
THE 2026 GUILD BUILDERS WORKSHOPS ARE ALMOST HERE!
The Actors Guild of Parkersburg is excited to announce that we will be starting a new season of Workshops for our Guild Builders Program. Our Guild Builders Program is designed to encourage students to learn about and participate in theatre. To participate you must be 9 years old by October 10, 2026, and no older than 18 by February 14, 2027. These Workshops will be held at the Actors Guild, 724 Market Street, on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon for 7 weeks beginning on Saturday. August 29, 2026, and continuing through Saturday, October 10. Please note the new start time, as we are expanding each Saturday’s workshops this year!
Each week will focus on different topics such as the basics of acting, makeup and hair, scenic design, dancing, singing, props, costumes, improv, and tech theatre. These classes will be taught by members of the Guild and invited guests. Since our production this year will be “Shrek, Jr.”, we will be focusing on specialty makeup designs this year.
We encourage anyone interested in theatre, whether first-timers or seasoned performers, to attend these informative and fun morning workshops. Even though there will be no charge for these workshops, we ask that parents sign their children up in advance so that we will have compete information before workshops begin. Please click here to fill out the enrollment form: https://forms.gle/5qsLvBQcmYrUXtmS6
Auditions for our Guild Builders production of “Shrek, Jr.” will be held on October 10, 11 & 12, 2026, with show dates January 30 – February 14, 2027. It is not necessary to attend the Guild Bulder Workshops to audition for the show.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 304-485-9322 or at www.actors-guild.com
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Core Values
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Program Goals
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Mission Statement
Builders will provide children of every level and skill an opportunity to learn and grow through acting, music, dance, and other artistic disciplines while creating high quality productions.
Vision Statement
The strength of our community is measured, in part, by its ability to meet the needs of its young people. We believe that every child deserves access to an opportunity that nurtures theatrical talents and their enthusiasm for the arts. We celebrate the creativity of the youth, volunteers, and staff that bring each production to life, and we seek to mentor, support, and empower their voices.
The Guild Builders Program
Guild Builders was chosen as a reflection of part of its design: to build the Actors Guild organization. Through participation in the Guild Builders program, students and their families are introduced to the Actors Guild facility; interact with Guild members and directors who volunteer as instructors; participants become informed about upcoming productions; receive information about membership, auditions, and other volunteer opportunities at the Actors Guild; and are given an opportunity to learn about and participate in their local community theater. Building the Actors Guild through support, growth, and community awareness occur because of this educational program.
The foundation of Guild Builders is the belief that children learn best about theater arts by participating in hands-on activities. Workshops will be led by staff members, guest instructors, and professional artists to educate participants in multi- art disciplines.
Guild Builders touches the community beyond the students who participate each year. Inclusion of community groups at the final dress rehearsal, workshops, community events, and business support and donations for production campaigns extend the program into the community. Finally, the reduced ticket prices encourage many families with young children and first-time patrons to attend a performance at the Actors Guild.
The foundation of Guild Builders is the belief that children learn best about theater arts by participating in hands-on activities. Workshops will be led by staff members, guest instructors, and professional artists to educate participants in multi- art disciplines.
Guild Builders touches the community beyond the students who participate each year. Inclusion of community groups at the final dress rehearsal, workshops, community events, and business support and donations for production campaigns extend the program into the community. Finally, the reduced ticket prices encourage many families with young children and first-time patrons to attend a performance at the Actors Guild.