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The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Alumni Presents
The Show: Holiday Edition
All are welcome as we sleigh the night away at The Show: Holiday Edition! We're rolling out the red carpet for the world premiere of Return to Sender, an all-new short film created by NCDA alumni. But that’s just the start—enjoy festive musical performances, and a jolly lineup of surprises that will have you laughing, clapping, and feeling all the holiday vibes.
Dress to impress in your finest holiday attire or rock your most outrageous ugly sweater—because it’s not just a show, it’s a party! Don’t miss it—Santa’s orders!
Saturday, December 7th @ 7:30pm
Tickets are free, reservations are encouraged. RSVP 202-333-2202
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Alumni Presents
A Christmas Carol
by Charles Dickens
4th Semester Students: Delaney Crawford, Colton Farnham, Dana Powell, and Toni Schwarz
Alumni Guest Artists: Dominique Gray and Jackson Saunders
Rehearsal Project Instructor: Amanda Haddock
Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man, is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. Through a series of haunting and heartwarming visions, Scrooge is forced to confront the consequences of his selfish ways. Can a lifetime of greed be undone by a single night of supernatural intervention? In this unique production, each actor takes on the iconic role of Scrooge, offering a fresh perspective on this timeless tale. Join us for a timely reminder of the power of kindness and the true spirit of Christmas.
Thursday, December 19th @ 12:30 PM (IDR)
Friday, December 20th @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 21st @ 2:30 PM & 4:30 PM
Tickets are free, reservations are encouraged.
Call 202.333.2202 OR email NFicca@TheConservatory.org to RSVP.
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts Alumni Presents
Small World
by Jillian Leff and Joe Lino
4th Semester Student: Jecholiah Evans
Alumni Guest Artists: Nhea Durousseau and Ricky Eileen
Rehearsal Project Instructor: Ricardo Frederick Evans
It’s the end of the world…maybe? There’s no way to confirm for three cast members trapped inside their attraction at the happiest place on earth. The music won’t stop, there’s a body in the moat and one of the group is impaled under a brightly colored set piece. Can they force their way off the ride? And what waits for them on the other side? It’s a world of hopes, it’s a world of fears. It’s a small world, after all.
Thursday, December 19 @ 8:00 PM (IDR)
Saturday, December 21 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 22 @ 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Tickets are free, reservations are encouraged.
Call 202.333.2202 OR email NFicca@TheConservatory.org to RSVP.
We've been preparing people for careers in acting since 1975. Graduates enter the job market with a strong foundation in the craft of acting, the business savvy to be successful in a competitive market, and a network of professional contacts.
Students work closely with a faculty of professional actors, directors, producers, and playwrights who are actively working in theater, film, and television. The intensive training offered by our school can make your dream of working as an actor a reality. Tuition at NCDA is competitively priced for the area and dramatically lower than similar acting classes in LA and NYC.
The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
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