Welcome to CMW!
Where everyone plays a part

CMW is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides theatrical productions for youth of any ethnic, cultural and economic background, grades 1-12 and beyond, in a nurturing, safe atmosphere of wholesome activity.  We help youth build confidence and self-esteem, while learning teamwork and the joy of expressing themselves through dance, music and drama and community service.

Introducing...
​Virtual Workshops!
Registrations Now Open

Committed to safely promoting the performing arts.

​We are excited to announce 4 NEW Workshops!
Monologues - Music - Dance - ​Improv

Each workshop is separate and focuses on a different aspect of live performance.
Choose to do as many as you like!
These workshops will help your student better prepare for auditions and bring those skills alive on stage!

Coming Soon … New Performances Designed Specifically for the Virtual World!

Monologues

​Learn how to choose, rehearse and perform a great monologue! Each student should come to the first class with a monologue. It does not have to be memorized, but they will be performing it on the first day. The Director may choose to continue working on that monologue or choose a different one for them. Students can expect two large group rehearsals with the director and two individual or small group rehearsals with the director over the course of two weeks. Each student will be responsible for rehearsing at home between rehearsals. During the last week, students will record their monologues and we will compile them into a showcase for family and friends. 
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Dates: January 23 - February 6 

​Cost: $75 - ($125 minus a $50 Covid Relief Scholarship for everyone who registers). Additional financial need scholarships are available for those who need them. 
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Please contact Adrienne Glisson at executivedirector.cmw@gmail.com for more information.

Music

Learn how to choose, rehearse and perform a great song! Each student should come to the first class with their favorite song. It does not have to be memorized, but they will be performing it on the first day. The Director may choose to continue working on that song or choose a different one for them. Students can expect two large group rehearsals with the director and two individual or small group rehearsals with the director over the course of two weeks. Each student will be responsible for rehearsing at home between rehearsals. During the last week, students will record their songs and we will compile them into a showcase for family and friends. 

Dates: January 23 - February 6 

Cost: $75 - $125 minus a $50 Covid Relief Scholarship for everyone who registers. Additional financial need scholarships are available for those who need them. 
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Please contact Adrienne Glisson at executivedirector.cmw@gmail.com for more information.

Dance

Come dressed to move! Students will learn choreography and movement. The first day, expect to learn a combination and perform with other students virtually. The Director will assign songs after seeing everyone's levels. Students may receive solos, duos, trios, or group dances.  Students can expect two large group rehearsals with the director and two individual or small group rehearsals with the director over the course of two weeks. Each student will be responsible for rehearsing at home between rehearsals. During the last week, students will record their dance and we will compile them into a showcase for family and friends. 

Dates: February 13 - 27 

Cost: $75 - $125 minus a $50 Covid Relief Scholarship for everyone who registers. Additional financial need scholarships are available for those who need them. 
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Please contact Adrienne Glisson at executivedirector.cmw@gmail.com for more information.

Improv

Learn the basics of improv! Improv helps actors think on their feet... and it's FUN! We will learn improv basics and play lots of improv games. Students can expect two large group rehearsals with the director and two individual or small group rehearsals with the director over the course of two weeks. Each student will be responsible for practicing at home between rehearsals. During the last week, students will have either a recorded or live showcase for family and friends. 

Dates: February 13 - 27 

Cost: $75 - $125 minus a $50 Covid Relief Scholarship for everyone who registers. Additional financial need scholarships are available for those who need them. 
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Please contact Adrienne Glisson at executivedirector.cmw@gmail.com for more information.
TEN Organizations- ONE Challenge!
Children’s Music Workshop is one of ten Arts organizations that have formed an alliance for a unique fundraising challenge. These ten organizations serve communities throughout  Berrien County, providing experiences in various arts disciplines for all ages. From glass-blowing to early childhood music, from captivating concerts to engaging workshops and classes, from cutting edge theatre to breathtaking galleries, these organizations need your help in reaching our goal.

Every dollar you contribute will be matched!
 
This collaborative fundraising challenge has the potential of providing $150,000 or more in much needed operating support for our organizations. Participating organizations value unity rather than competition during this financially turbulent time. Inspiring, right?

Your donation will benefit these organizations:
 
  • The Acorn
  • ARS Gallery, Arts and Culture Center
  • The Citadel Dance and Music Center
  • Children’s Music Workshop
  • The GhostLight Theatre
  • Krasl Art Center
  • Performing Arts Workshops
  • Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra
  • Twin City Players
  • Water Street Glassworks
 
The Berrien Community Foundation (BCF) has a long history of supporting the arts and wanted to ensure the arts remain a vibrant part of our community. Seeing the challenges we face with the pandemic, BCF secured an anonymous donor who shared the love of the arts and brought us together for this challenge. This donor has pledged $75,000 through BCF as a challenge gift to support the Arts organizations noted above. Will you join us? Every dollar you contribute will be doubled!
 
Collectively, we are the beating heart of cultural enrichment in Berrien County and we need your support in continuing our respective missions.

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PO Box 69
Stevensville, MI 49127

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269-422-2930

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