• Audition date and time: June 4th (4-6pm)
• Rehearsals from 4-7pm: June 11th, 18th, 25th
  July 1st, 9th, 16th, 23rd
• Workday – July 26 from 1-6 pm
• Tech Week (mandatory): July 27th and 28th from 4-6pm
• Dress rehearsal : July 30th at 7 pm; Call at 5:30 pm
• Performances dates:
  • Friday, July 31 at 7 pm
  • Saturday, August 1 at 7 pm
  • Sunday, August 2 at 3pm
  • Friday, August 7 at 7 pm
  • Saturday, August 8 at 7pm,
  • Sunday, August 9 at 3pm
  • End of Show Party – Sunday, Aug 9 immediately after strike of the set and costumes is complete – at the Creative Arts Center (stay tuned for details)

Congratulations to the cast for Robin Hood!

• Lainie Dykes as Sheriff of Nottingham
• Natalia Broga as Bonnie
• Alara Curtiss as Squirrel
• William Baxter as Sherrif’s right hand guard
• Lily Loveless as Robin Hood
• Stella Loveless as Much
• Taiyo Antonaros as The Boy/ Announcer / villager
• Sawyer Grooch as Friar Tuck
• Madilyn Grooch as Lady Marian
• Marley Bennet as Will Scarlet
• Lillian Mitchell as Iris

Q: Who can join Kidz Krew?

A: Kids ages 8 and up, who can read, follow directions and work well with others. We strive to ensure every child who auditions will have a part in the production.  While it might not be their first choice of parts, we do strive to find a way for everyone to be involved.

Q: Is there a cost to participate?

A: No direct cost to participate.  There can be some indirect costs to participating.  All Kidz Krew families are asked to help out with assembling the set, props and costumes.  This could include borrowing items from your own home or friends or family.  It could also include thrifting items or purchasing new items.  Also, for each performance, each Kidz Krew family will get one free ticket.  Most families end up purchasing additional tickets to the shows. We also ask families to help provide snacks and water for the actors as well as snacks and drinks for the receptions after the shows.

Q: Does my child need to have previous theatre experience?

A: No!  We welcome kids with no previous experience to join the fun.  Of course, previous theatre experience is a plus.

Q: Does my child need to prepare anything for auditions?

A: No. Just come ready to talk and participate.  Bring a grown up too that can help with the paperwork.  Also bring the family calendar to be able to check on practice and performance dates.

Q: Are there other ways for youth to be involved, other than acting?

A. Yes! We need back stage helpers too.  We need folks to help with sets, props, costumes, sound, lighting, etc.

Q: My child wants to participate, but we cannot make it to the audition time. Is there any alternative?

A. Yes! Please contact the director by email at kellybazan.creative@gmail.com as soon as possible to see what other arrangements can be made.

Kelly Bazan is a professional actress, director, producer, and educator with extensive experience in theatre, film, television, and youth arts education. With a background in education and years of hands-on production work, Kelly brings both structure and creativity into every class and rehearsal space.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Education) from Texas A&M University–Commerce and has completed professional improv comedy and voice-over training through Comedy Arena in McKinney. Her work spans directing, producing, stage management, and performance across numerous productions throughout North Texas, including multiple shows at the Creative Arts Center, with McKinney Repertory Theater, and film productions with Paramount Plus.

She is an award-winning producer and stage manager, recognized for her leadership, organization, and collaborative spirit.

At the heart of Kelly’s teaching philosophy is this belief:
theatre is not about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and connection.

In her Kidz Krew and Adult Improv classes, Kelly creates a supportive, judgment-free environment where students are encouraged to take risks, use their voices, and grow at their own pace. Whether working with children stepping onstage for the first time or adults rediscovering play and creativity, she prioritizes safety, encouragement, and clear guidance.

Kelly is bilingual (English/Spanish), deeply community-minded, and passionate about helping people of all ages feel seen, capable, and brave, onstage and beyond.