Bank of America Theatre Team involves a unique relationship between RBTL and the Rochester City School District, and is supported by area foundations and corporations. Bank of America Theatre Team has brought more than 2,000 city high school students to the Auditorium Theatre for their first Theatre experience. Partnering Teachers prepare their students for the experience by incorporating study units related to the particular production, and school visits by RBTL' s Director of Education and Outreach enhances the classroom learning. Students attend the production having an understanding and appreciation of what they are to experience. Since its inception, students have shuddered at the crash of the chandelier in The Phantom of the Opera, witnessed the helicopter landing in Miss Saigon, danced through history in Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk, learned about the value of tradition in Fiddler on the Roof, and were electrified by the razzle dazzle of 42nd Street. Students not only are thrilled by the live performance, but a dream has been ignited for some.
This year Bank of America Theatre Team will provide the opportunity for approximately 50 local high school students in the Rochester City School District to see Billy Elliot the Musical. Pre-Theatre workshops will be held in conjunction with the show to prepare the students for their Theatre experience.
To find out more about participating in Theatre Team, call Bob Sagan at (585) 325-7760 x3231.
