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THE CALL TO ADVENTURE: TREASURE ISLAND ON THE WABASH A Site-Specific Youth Theatre & Wilderness Intensive Are you ready to trade the spotlight for the sunset? This summer and fall, Civic and Wabash River Enhancement Corporation are joining forces for a theatrical expedition like no other. We aren’t just putting on a play; we are conquering the river. We are looking for a crew of 20 bold young performers to bring Ken Ludwig’s Treasure Island to life—not on a stage, but on the moving waters of the Wabash. THE EXPERIENCE: • Master the Water: Go beyond the script. Students will learn the fundamentals of canoeing and water safety on the Wabash, discovering the rhythm of the river before they ever step foot on stage. • The Floating Stage: Rehearse and perform on a custom floating platform, learning to find your "sea legs" and adapt your acting to the living, breathing environment of the river. • Cinematic Staging: Master the art of the rowboat entrance. From sneaking onto the "Hispaniola" by boat to fleeing mutineers across the water, the river is your set. • Nature Meets Magic: Perform for a live audience gathered on the beach at sunset. Learn to project your voice over the wind and use the natural landscape of Indiana to tell a story of gold, greed, and guts. ________________________________________ PRODUCTION TIMELINE (2026) • JULY 27–31 | THE "LAUNCH" WEEK: * Monday: Parent orientation/Auditions o Friday: The "Wabash Orientation" and initial Canoe Safety Training. o July 31st Canoe lessons at Tapawingo Park! • AUGUST 3–21 | LAND & WATER REHEARSALS: * 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM daily. * Moving from Civic Theatre to the riverbank at Tapawingo Park as students build their "sea legs." • AUGUST 24–28 | THE EMBARKATION: * Full rehearsals on the floating platform and canoe integration. • AUGUST 31 – SEPT 3 | TECH & DRESS WEEK: * Final sunset rehearsals with full costumes and safety gear. • SEPTEMBER 4–6 | THE PERFORMANCES: * Opening Night: Friday, Sept 4. at 6:30
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