Kudzu Playhouse Heritage Scholarship Application

The Kudzu Playhouse Heritage Scholarship Award recognizes a student whose participation in the arts has affected significant personal growth in areas such as performance skills, technical skills, public speaking, self-confidence / esteem, or an appreciation of literature and the performing arts.

Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors, current and rising college freshmen and sophomores (less than 50 semester hours at time of application).

Application DEADLINE: April 1, 2019

Complete the application below. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact kudzuplayhousems@gmail.com

Criteria for Selection:

Primary criterion is involvement in Kudzu/Kidzu Playhouse productions, fundraising, and
promotion.
Narratives are primarily assessed based on content, although grammar, spelling and format are
considered.

Applicant Name *
First
Last

Email *

Address *
Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City
State
Zip Code

Phone *

Date of Birth *

Age *

Current School *

Year of High School Graduation *

Intended College/University *

Area of Study *

Volunteer History

LIST EACH KUDZU/KIDZU PRODUCTION with which you have participated as a performer (vocals, acting, dance captain, orchestra, etc.), technical (lighting, sound, set design and construction, special effects, etc), crew (backstage, dresser, helper on set build, front of house management), artist (director/assistant, choreography, costume, hair/makeup, prop master, scenic design, front of house design) or other, if not listed.

Name of Production - month and year, what you did, type of production *
Example:
Aladdin Jr. - October 2007, Performer "Aladdin", main stage
Bye Bye Birdie - July 2010, Crew - assisted with check in at auditions, workshop

Essay *
Attach a short narrative (no more than 750 words) that covers:
A. How theatre participation has benefited you in personal areas such as performance skills, technical skills, public speaking, self confidence / esteem, appreciation of literature and performing arts, etc.
AND
B. One favorite character or plot line from any show in which you participated, and explain why this character or plot line resonates with you.

Resume
May include other achievements or activities to be considered (on a secondary basis) e.g. non-Kudzu theatre/performance experience, academic achievement, or other leadership or community service

Letter(s) of Recommendation *
From a current faculty member or other authority figure who has knowledgtge of your work ethic, integrity, and ability to collaborate. Cannot be from an immediate family member.
Please combine multiple letters into one file

Release and electronic signature

Publicity Release *
YES - I consent to public press release of my name, photo, and application excerpts as chosen by Kudzu Playhouse, including on their website. I agree that my high school and / or college may be notified of my application and scholarship award. I hereby authorize any release.
NO - I do not consent to public release of my name, photo, or image by Kudzu Playhouse for any reason.

By typing my name below, I hereby state that the information provided in this application is truthful and accurate. *

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