The Earl Smith Strand Theatre's Education Program
An education without the arts is not a true education.
2nd Annual Student Works Festival
May 6th, 2010
A professional level celebration of original and quality works that have been created by local Middle and High School students. Works will include but are not limited to short films, plays, dance numbers, musical acts, slam poetry, and visual art.
Audition/Submission Information:
Marietta's Strand Theatre is hosting its 2nd annual Student Works Festival to showcase some of the most talented student artists in this area. We're talking short videos, music, paintings, photography, playwriting, slam poetry, dance, and more. If you created it and it's 100% yours– we're interested. Give us a call at 770)293-0080 or e-mail Cassi Costoulas at cassi@earlsmithstrand.org if you have any questions. Original works can be submitted digitally (photos, video clips, etc) or auditioned live at The Strand on March 29th and 31st by appointment only. The Deadline for Submissions is March 31st so get going!
Intern at The Strand!
The Education Program at The Strand theatre is looking for High School interns to help assist with both the Student Works Festival and The Strand's involvement with West Side Elementary School's Drama Club program. This is a great way to learn what goes on behind the scenes in a theater and experience a variety of different career paths within the arts. Interns will be involved in stage managing shows, planning curriculum, developing marketing, and assisting the education program director. Interns will be able to set their own schedule with the program coordinator during after school hours.
Candidates must be organized, self motivated, responsible, and have a deep passion for the arts. Please e-mail Cassi Costoulas at cassi@earlsmithstrand.org for an application and more information.
Marketing/Public Relations Internship Program
In the highly competitive world of advertising, public relations, and marketing, the key to landing that critical job interview often lies in a recent graduate's experience as an intern. The Strand offers college students hands-on, real-world experience in public relations, event promotions, and occasionally event planning and fundraising that will give graduates confidence and marketable skills for the business world. Interns have the opportunity to test their skills in writing, quote-gathering, fact-finding, pitching, and creating PR and marketing plans targeting specific demographic groups for various performing arts and community events hosted at The Strand. Student interns are encouraged to utilize new technology when possible and to share new ideas. Interns must be willing to implement ideas, as well as create them.
The duration of this internship is one semester (available all semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer) and is unpaid. The Strand will work with students to ensure college credits are awarded for work if applicable at college. Requirements: Currently enrolled in a college program. Interns must be available for a minimum of two six-hour days per week (10 AM - 4 PM) or three half days a week for a total of 12 hours weekly. Must have taken at least one college-level writing class and be attentive with grammar and spelling. Must be creative. Must have a hunger for success. Must have a love of the arts. It is preferred that students who strive to work in at least one of the following fields apply: public relations, marketing, advertising, event planning, nonprofit administration, fundraising, recreation, business.
To inquire about an internship, an inquiry letter with a resume must be submitted to the attention of the Friends of The Strand, Christy Rosell, Director of Marketing, PO Box 4186, Marietta, GA 30061 by the dates below. Prospective interns are encouraged to use the inquiry letter to explain who they are, college program, future career goals, and why they should be chosen for The Strand Marketing/Public Relations internship.
SPRING INTERNSHIP - October 31 (Decision will be made by November 30)
SUMMER INTERNSHIP - March 31 (Decision will be made by April 30)
FALL INTERNSHIP - June 30 (Decision will be made by July 31)
