TEA Players - Lower School
Theatrical Rehearsals, Performances and Workshops
Welcome to Agrabah!
Join Director Beth Gamboa and her TEA Players as they present Disney’s Aladdin Kids, a captivating theatrical adventure based on the iconic animated film with an Academy Award-winning score. Set in the bustling city of Agrabah, this performance will take you on a magical flying carpet ride filled with romance, comedy, and adventure. Aladdin KIDS promises to dazzle audiences with its enchanting story of a street rat who becomes a prince and wins the heart of the beautiful Princess Jasmine.
Audiences will be mesmerized by the Genie’s powerful magic, the villainous plots of Jafar, and the humor of Iago, all brought to life by the young and talented performers. Special to this production are the Djinn, a group of unique stage magicians who create the show’s magical moments, involving more young performers in the enchanting spectacle.
The large ensemble of Agrabahns rounds out the cast, filling the stage with vibrant energy and unforgettable performances and dazzling costumes. Join us for this magical journey that’s sure to leave audiences soaring and dreaming of faraway lands.
Performing Arts Experience
Sessions will include improv exercises, theater games, and targeting instruction in acting skills to help all students develop as performers.
Junior Theater Festival – JTF is a festival dedicated to celebrating and promoting musical theater education for young performers and students. The festival typically involves workshops, performances, and competitions where young theater enthusiasts can showcase their talents, learn from professionals, and connect with others who share their passion for musical theater.
JTF (Optional) – The JTF travel workshop in February and competition detailed below is not a requirement for participation in this club. Acceptance to participate in JTF will be based on experience and age. Note – 2nd Graders will not attend JTF.
Club Director – Beth Gamboa has been performing since the age of three. She trained in Manhattan, both on stage and on camera, while also participating in her school’s theater program. In recent years, she’s been part of Reno’s community theater productions, including “White Christmas,” “A Chorus Line,” “Rocky Horror Show,” “Sideshow” and soon to perform as Paulette in “Legally Blonde”. She has been directing TEA Players since joining the TEA staff in 2021 and has run two years of Tahoe Summer Camps successful Performing Arts Camp. She consistently enhances her skills through conferences and workshops with MTI, iTheatrics and other programs.
Participation Details
Who: 2nd – 6th grade.
When: Wednesdays from 3:00pm to 5:00pm (~30 total sessions). All dates are listed on the school calendar here.
January rehearsals will only be for those participating in JTF.
Junior Theater Festival – TEA Players will travel to Sacramento to attend and perform at JTF February 7 – 9, 2025.
Performances at 6:30pm on Wednesday, April 2nd & Thursday April 3rd.
Where: Building One at Tahoe Expedition Academy.
What to Bring: Please bring a snack and a water bottle.
Capacity: Limited to 30 participants
Registration Fees: The below registration fees can be paid in full or broken into payment installments. Full payment is required by February 15, 2025. Click HERE to Register.
- TEA Players Program Fee $795.00 – Fee includes all rehearsals (29 total), tech, directing and instruction, play rights, costumes and music.
- Junior Theater Festival Fee $675.00 – Fee includes $335 festival fee, hotel rooms (2 nights), Food and Bev, and Apparel. LS students invited to JTF will be sent a link to pay the JTF fee.
Scholarships – It’s our goal to ensure that programs are available to every student and family – program costs should not deter participation. To ensure this, Tahoe Expedition Academy offers need based financial assistance for Athletics and Activities programming. Please contact the TEA Athletics and Activities Department for details at emartin@tahoeexpeditionacademy.org or apeugnet@tahoeexpeditionacademy.org. All inquiries are confidential.