Organization
Great River Educational Arts Theatre
Comment on Facebook GREAT nurtures an appreciation of the arts throughout central Minnesota by offering diverse, creative, and educational opportunities that will serve to educate, enlighten, and stimulate individuals and communities. We strive to make live theatre a vital part of the lives of the young people and their families in central Minnesota.
- The Great River Educational Arts Theatre, a non-profit 501c3 organization, was founded in 1998 and is currently the only theater dedicated to children and their families in central Minnesota.
- GREAT has produced 114 shows including 5 World Premiere productions during our 13 year history.
- GREAT produces productions at the Historic Paramount Theatre, located in downtown St. Cloud and this year we introduce a new partnership with the CSB/SJU Fine Arts Series.
- Last year, 18,054 students from all over central Minnesota attended one of the GREAT specially-priced school matinee performances.
- GREAT placed third two festivals running in the Minnesota Association of Community Theatre's Play Festival and has won numerous awards for directing, acting, and musical talent.
- GREAT is a non-profit, community theatre providing 1000+ youth the opportunity to perform through productions and theatre classes each year.
- GREAT is a proud member of United Arts of Central Minnesota, which provides general operating support to eight central Minnesota arts organizations.
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Contact Info
Great River Educational Arts Theatre
919 West St. Germain
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Phone: 320-258-2787 | Official Website
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Upcoming Events
06/03/13- 06/07/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Sartell High School
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sartell High School
June 3-June 7, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
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06/03/13- 06/07/13 |
Theatre Camp - Charlotte's Web
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 3-June 7, 2013
All your favorite characters are here to help save the radiant and terrific pig, Wilbur. Students will love to perform this heartwarming story of friendship between a pig and brilliant spider.
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing in costume for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of...
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06/10/13- 06/14/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Wizard of Oz
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 10-June 14, 2013
Ages: 6-8
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of camp. Being able to read makes this camp a lot more fun! If your child has trouble reading - give Explorer Theatre a try.
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06/10/13- 06/14/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dora and Diego!
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
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06/17/13- 06/21/13 |
Theatre Camp- Newsies
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 17-June 21, 2013
Students work to prepare a musical performance from auditions to performances (and all the vocal work, acting and choreography in between.) This special all-day class will broaden the acting, singing and dancing skills of campers as they prepare for a final performance for family and friends. Each student will wear one of GREAT's mainstage headset microphones on the final performance.
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06/17/13- 06/21/13 |
Theatre Camp - Much Ado About Nothing
CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Colman Theatre (Black Box)
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06/24/13- 06/28/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
June 24-June 28, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
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07/08/13- 07/12/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Gorecki FamilyTheater
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Gorecki FamilyTheater
July 8-July 12, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
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07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Jungle Book
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages: 8-14
This face paced story tells the tale of Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves in the Jungle. When the evil tiger Shere Khan threatens the jungle animals, Bahgeera and Baloo must try to take Mowgli back to the village. Campers will love this story of courage and friendship as Mowgli helps the elephants, monkeys and wolves stand up to the tiger and take back their home.
Developing actors will be immersed in the production process from auditions to performing. Every...
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07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is filled...
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07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dora and Diego!
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages 5-7
Explorers develop their creativity and self-expression through a wide-range of imaginative theatrical experiences. Explorer camps feature drama exploration, crafts and theatre games. Camper Sharing Time with parents on the last day!
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07/22/13- 07/26/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Jungle Book
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 22-July 26, 2013
Ages: 8-14
This face paced story tells the tale of Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves in the Jungle. When the evil tiger Shere Khan threatens the jungle animals, Bahgeera and Baloo must try to take Mowgli back to the village. Campers will love this story of courage and friendship as Mowgli helps the elephants, monkeys and wolves stand up to the tiger and take back their home.
Developing actors will be immersed in the production process from auditions to performing. Every...
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08/05/13- 08/08/13 |
Theatre Camp - Charlotte's Web
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
August 5-August 8, 2013
Ages 6-8.
All your favorite characters are here to help save the radiant and terrific pig, Wilbur. Students will love to perform this heartwarming story of friendship between a pig and brilliant spider.
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of...
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Current &
Upcoming Events
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Upcoming Events
06/03/13- 06/07/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Sartell High School
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sartell High School
June 3-June 7, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
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06/03/13- 06/07/13 |
Theatre Camp - Charlotte's Web
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 3-June 7, 2013
All your favorite characters are here to help save the radiant and terrific pig, Wilbur. Students will love to perform this heartwarming story of friendship between a pig and brilliant spider.
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing in costume for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of...
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06/10/13- 06/14/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Wizard of Oz
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 10-June 14, 2013
Ages: 6-8
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of camp. Being able to read makes this camp a lot more fun! If your child has trouble reading - give Explorer Theatre a try.
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06/10/13- 06/14/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dora and Diego!
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
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06/17/13- 06/21/13 |
Theatre Camp- Newsies
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
June 17-June 21, 2013
Students work to prepare a musical performance from auditions to performances (and all the vocal work, acting and choreography in between.) This special all-day class will broaden the acting, singing and dancing skills of campers as they prepare for a final performance for family and friends. Each student will wear one of GREAT's mainstage headset microphones on the final performance.
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06/17/13- 06/21/13 |
Theatre Camp - Much Ado About Nothing
CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Colman Theatre (Black Box)
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06/24/13- 06/28/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
June 24-June 28, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
|
07/08/13- 07/12/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Gorecki FamilyTheater
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at CSB Benedicta Arts Center - Gorecki FamilyTheater
July 8-July 12, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is...
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07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Jungle Book
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages: 8-14
This face paced story tells the tale of Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves in the Jungle. When the evil tiger Shere Khan threatens the jungle animals, Bahgeera and Baloo must try to take Mowgli back to the village. Campers will love this story of courage and friendship as Mowgli helps the elephants, monkeys and wolves stand up to the tiger and take back their home.
Developing actors will be immersed in the production process from auditions to performing. Every...
|
07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dorothy Meets Alice
Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Sauk Rapids - Rice Middle School Community Arts Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages 6-8
Two of literature's most famous young ladies meet when a boy puts off a book report till the last minute, then suddenly finds himself in a strange world somewhere between Oz and Wonderland. Now he has to unscramble the stories and help all our favorite characters – the Cowardly Lion, the Mad Hatter, the Scarecrow and the White Rabbit, among others – to their destinations while avoiding the Wicked Witch and the Red Queen. This hilarious, adventuresome romp is filled...
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07/15/13- 07/19/13 |
Theatre Camp - Dora and Diego!
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 15-July 19, 2013
Ages 5-7
Explorers develop their creativity and self-expression through a wide-range of imaginative theatrical experiences. Explorer camps feature drama exploration, crafts and theatre games. Camper Sharing Time with parents on the last day!
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07/22/13- 07/26/13 |
Theatre Camp - The Jungle Book
Holy Angels Performing Art Center
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
at Holy Angels Performing Art Center
July 22-July 26, 2013
Ages: 8-14
This face paced story tells the tale of Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves in the Jungle. When the evil tiger Shere Khan threatens the jungle animals, Bahgeera and Baloo must try to take Mowgli back to the village. Campers will love this story of courage and friendship as Mowgli helps the elephants, monkeys and wolves stand up to the tiger and take back their home.
Developing actors will be immersed in the production process from auditions to performing. Every...
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08/05/13- 08/08/13 |
Theatre Camp - Charlotte's Web
Presented by Great River Educational Arts Theatre
August 5-August 8, 2013
Ages 6-8.
All your favorite characters are here to help save the radiant and terrific pig, Wilbur. Students will love to perform this heartwarming story of friendship between a pig and brilliant spider.
This mini-play-in-a-week camp is specially designed for first-time actors! Aspiring young actors experience the steps involved in performing from auditioning and memorizing lines to performing for a live audience! Final performance for friends and family on the last day of...
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