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Looking for a unique gift for you or the Thespian in your life?

Visit our new HDG Drama Guild Store at Zazzle.com.

Hoodies, mugs, stickers, T-shirts for you or any Drama Mama or Dad you know - it's all there with products being added weekly.

And the best news? 10% of every purchase goes to help support the HDG Drama Guild!

Check out our new items monthly. And now we've added a new department with items that have nothing to do with drama or the guild. Take a look in the "Without the Drama" department.

Lewis Lane Players begins Tuesday, September 20, 2011 from 7 to 8:30. Teen Troop meetings are Tuesdays 4-5:30 starting September 20, 2011 and Youth Troop meetings are Thursdays 4:30-6 beginning September 22, 2011. Teen and Youth programs run until the final Tuesday and Thursday in April each year.

***Please consider ALL rehearsals for shows, whether Teen, Youth, Lewis Lane Singers and Lewis Lane Players, to be MANDATORY in order to perform at any show. Thank you.

January 7, 2012 through February 25, 2012, 9:30 to 11 - SATURDAYS ONLY - Tiny Tots Troop.

** Participation in the Drama Guild does not guarantee a role in any play or musical. All actors will need to audition. Auditions are based upon talent and behavior during troop meetings and auditions. Rehearsals for plays, musicals or other activities may occur during troop meeting as a general rule.

See more complete details available at "upcoming events" link at top of page or by clicking here.

Everyone at the Guild is a volunteer, from our actor's to our staff. Time is a precious commodity these days, so you know we are serious about what we do. And what we do is absolutely love having fun while working hard to achieve our dynamic entertainment goals.

We hear it all the time: "Your 'group' is like nothing I've ever seen before." Well, that's because our Guild is always on the move with innovative idea's. We don't believe that entertainment stops at the stage. Some thing's work, some thing's don't, but that doesn't stop us.

So, if you are an actor, a director, a 'techie' or someone who is dying to dabble in the world of entertainment - we would love to have you share in our continual expansion. We are not a closed group and we do not have closed minds. Your idea's and your talent are always appreciated at the HDG Drama Guild even if you have had little or no experience in the theater.

We are more than a community theater - we are a part of our community and maintain continuous efforts to reach out and support the community through free shows, fundraisers and helping with community events. Our job doesn't stop on the stage. Experience the difference. Be part of the best!

Calendar Snapshot

NO STRINGS ATTACHED ACTORS!!!
PLEASE FOLLOW THE SCHEDULE ON THE CALENDAR PAGE
FOLLOW THE LINK TO THE LEFT UNDER REHEARSAL AND TROOP SCHEDULE!

April 13 and 14, 2012

"No Strings Attached"
A musical story of Pinocchio
Ticketing information and purchases available above.

presented by the HDG Drama Guilds Tiny Tots, Teens, Youth and Lewis Lane Players
at the Havre de Grace High School Auditorium.
See dates and ticketing information above

FLASH MOB ACTORS!

SIGN UP BY EMAILING MR. TOM AT HDGDRAMADIRECTOR@AOL.COM

FLASH MOBS WILL BEGIN THE END OF FEBRUARY AND THE LOCATION WILL BE POSTED HERE TWO DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT

The HDG Drama Guild is assisted through a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council and the Harford County Government through the Harford County Cultural Arts Board.

We have been providing quality entertainment and volunteering in the local Havre de Grace Community, Harford County
and the state of Maryland since 2006

***Maryland Recreation and Parks Association "Board and Volunteer Branch Community Volunteer Award" recipient***

We are the only drama program sponsored by the Havre de Grace
Recreation Committee

From our participants and families (taken from our program evaluation forms)

"The Drama Guild is helping [my child] with her confidence and responsibility."

"Our involvement with the HDG Drama Guild has been a very wonderful experience for my children. They have gained confidence in themselves and have been able to apply this growth to school work and other social interactions. The positive group dynamics allow for great social and task cohesion. The program director, Tom Barnes, has vast knowledge and a great rapport with the kids. He also has a well-respected and well-liked supporting team. We highly recommend this program."

"It is nice to find a theater group where everyone is accepted. My children have done other programs but they always felt like outsiders. It has really helped them grow."

"What I like about this program is that no matter what, everyone is able to participate and have fun. We are actually trained and no one makes fun of you."

"I have come to respect the hard work of the kids and the staff. A lot of effort is put into this program by everyone."

"You just can't beat an inexpensive program where the families are respected and made to feel welcome."

"it's not just about drama. We love being able to help in the community and do something we love!!

"I LOVE this program. I'm happy to have so many opportunities to do a lot of different stuff like singing, dancing, and improv. And Mr. Tom is fun, too!"

"I had a blast! I wish I had known about the youth troop before. I'm coming back next year."

"Mr. Tom makes it fun! I love coming to classes."

"If you have experienced the [Drama Guild] then you've experienced the best drama program around."

"...unbelievable courtesy and kindness to our family. Thank you so much, Mr. Tom and staff for everything!"

"I really like that there is a sense of community and that the actors do more then just act - they participate in something bigger than themselves."

"Mr. Barnes teaches the kids self confidence and reinforces skills that not only work on stage but also in 'real life'... ...Keep up the good work!"

"We had our kids in another program where the staff was rude, the kids were learning nothing and children were excluded. We found what we are looking for in the Drama Troop for our kids: inclusiveness, friendliness & personable staff."