Education

How do we educate?

Experience in Performance and Organization of Production

Going through the process of putting together a production, those involved learn skills that they can use to replicate the process in the future. Elisabeth Rea is a great example of this model pushing students towards their goals. She has been in dozens of plays over the years and has since taken on the role of Stage Manager and Director in different projects. The experience she gained from being a part of CEPA productions allowed her to easily advance upwards and manage new challenges.

Content Planning and Production

Through Spotlight Studio, CEPA has been able to provide equipment and learning opportunities to people in St. Clair County who want to focus more on digital creation rather than live performance. They have already successfully created two short films and a few smaller projects. Spotlight Studio is currently working on our first ever feature length film.

Opportunities for All Ages

CEPA has a multitude of opportunities for people of all ages. Every summer, Spotlight Kids offers a two week long kids camp that allows students ages 7 to 17 to put together a full stage production. This experience is always a great time for everyone involved. In the Winter, CEPA puts on a holiday production that members from every Spotlight club and those in the community can audition for. We have clubs in almost every high school in St. Clair County as well as a Spotlight Core club for adults in the county. Regardless of age, we have performing opportunities for all.

Hands-On Experience with Technical Equipment Used in Productions

At CEPA, we offer a high quality technical element that is added to each performance. One of our biggest goals is proving hands on experience and training opportunities for those that show interest in the technical aspects of performance. The knowledge they gain from operating this equipment can be applicable to other creative and professional endeavors. .

Staff Spotlight!

Maci Johnsey

Johnsey is a Pell City High School alum that has become an asset at CEPA. Johnsey has been directing the Drama Camp shows for the past 5 years and her dedication to the youth in this community is vital to the sucess of all our summer productions.
Anna Claire Hathorn

Anna Claire is a student at Pell City High School who has attended Drama Camp for many years. However, Anna has been spending less time on stage and more time behind a camera. She has directed a many Spotlight Studio projects and looks forward to working on many more!
Anna Crosson

Anna Crosson is a student at Victory Christian School and has been a part of shows from nearly every club. She most recently starred in CEPA’s original play Fine By Mourning and the film adaptation of the show.