The Lou Criscuolo Memorial Scholarship
Opera House Theatre Company is proud to present, The Lou Criscuolo Memorial Scholarship.
Through this scholarship, we hope to continue his legacy to "Make Dreams Come True" with an annual academic scholarship in his name, awarded to a college bound student who has gained experience with Opera House Theatre Company in any way. ie.: Performer, Director, Choreographer, Designer, Costumer, Lights, Sound, Stage Manager, Volunteer, etc.
Pursuing a Theatre Arts education is not a requirement.
Other fields of study at an institution of higher learning will be accepted.
APPLICATION CRITERIA
Applicants must be a current high school senior intending to enroll in college/university/tech school in the fall of 2022 or spring 2023. The student must also have experience with Opera House Theatre Company
(ie.: Apprentice Program, Performers, Directors, Choreographers, Designers, Costumes, Lights, Sound, Stage Managers etc.)
Pursuing a Theatre Arts education is not a requirement.
Other fields of study at an institution of higher learning are accepted as well.
Application Submission Requirements:
Names of 1 or 2 OHTC Directors for personal recommendations
Resume outlining related experience
2 teacher recommendations from High School attending: Can be a mentor/director/teacher/guidance counselor
High School transcript
An essay (400 to 600 words) written by the applicant outlining how involvement in the arts and experience with OHTC, will assist them in the future with academic and career goals.
The scholarship application period is open October 2022 through March 2023.
“This is something we have wanted to do for quite some time.
Along with our Board of Directors, the OHTC Team believes it’s important to celebrate and support the future of our community’s talented youth." - Justin Smith, Executive Artistic Director of Opera House Theatre Company.
"Growing up and working with Opera House Theatre Company has no doubt made me the performer I am today. They have given me the opportunity to work with Broadway and national tour alum, creating a professional environment that prepares me for a career in the industry. I am so lucky to be a part of such an incredible community that makes me feel loved and accepted." - Sydney Short, (first-ever recipient of the Lou Criscuolo Memorial Scholarship 2022)
