Parents, are you looking for something fun for your children to do over the summer? Students, can you sing, dance, act, play an instrument, paint, or draw? Are you a young artist who would you like to gain more experience performing on stage? Are you looking to break away from your shyness? Are you a great organizer and would like to help with stage management? If so, our Yazzy program wants you!

The Yazzy Summer Morning Mix is an intensive performing arts program, for students ages 7 – 24, beginning June 9th through July 26th, classes Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, at Judson Fundamental Magnet. Students must audition. Contact our office for audition information. During the Summer Morning Mix, classes are offered in instrumental music, theatre, dance, voice, and visual arts. Our staff consists of: Charles Walker & Donald Walters in instrumental music; Nolan Budgewater & Khayla Maywether in theatre; Kimberly Johnson in dance; Devon King & Clinton Tembe in voice; and Joanne Black in visual arts.

This intensive 7-week program culminates with a grand finale production on Friday, July 26, 6:00 pm, at the Riverview Theatre. This year’s theme is Yazzy Jazzy Christmas in July featuring Sarah Gardner, jazz saxophonist and former Yazzy veteran student. Come join students from all over the parish, as we gain more experience in performing and meet new friends. Participants must audition. Registration fees are $100.00. Scholarships are available on a first come first serve basis. For more information visit our website at www.tpaarts.org or contact our office at 318-525-0740 or 318-584-1610.