The Kentucky 4-H Performing Arts Troupe and Leadership Board 

Overview

The KY 4-H Performing Arts Troupe & Board is a group of amazing and talented high school teens who love to sing and perform.   Members will attend a music camp, perform at various 4-H State level events, learn about careers related to the performing arts and lead a Performing Arts workshop for middle school 4-H members.

Requirements

• Applicants must be in grades 8-11 at the time of application so that they are in grades 9 through 12 during their year of service. 
• Must attend Music Camp, 4-H Summit, Board meeting and Teen Conference
• A written letter of explanation MUST be submitted to the director for all missed events. Missing three events can result in being removed from the troupe!
• 4-H'ers are responsible for their own expenses and travel arrangements to and from the performances. Scholarship for conferences may be available.

Application Procedure

• Performing Arts Troupe 2021 Application Packet 
• Application is due May 1st to the State 4-H Office. Check with your county agent for county deadline. (password protected online registration)
• Applicants will be contacted with further information on the audition process. They will be submitting videos this year. 
• Participate in live audition at Teen Conference. 
• Auditions will take place the Monday of Teen Conference at 2:00 p.m. June 10, 2019. 

 Other Information:

• Flyer 
• The 4-H Performing Arts Troupe Director and selection committee will select the talent they feel is most appropriate for a statewide presentation. Their decision will be final. They reserve the right to select additional talent as needed. Presenting the most outstanding show we can is our goal. 
• 4-H'ers who are selected as members of the Kentucky 4-H Performing Arts Troupe will receive more information including rehearsal and performance dates, expectations, commitment, etc.
• The Kentucky 4-H Performing Arts Troupe is designed to showcase talent while increasing each individual’s confidence, responsibility and leadership as a member of a team. The Kentucky 4-H Performing Arts Troupe is truly a team concept.  Participants will be announced at the closing ceremony of Teen Conference.

Performances:

Major performances planned include: Kentucky State Fair,  4-H Summit, 4-H Teen Conference, Kentucky Volunteer Forum and other state level opportunities as requested. 

Meeting Materials:

• Music Camp
• November Board Meeting
• Careers Trip
• Teen Conference 

Questions?

Contact your County 4-H Agent or contact:

Jennifer Tackett, Extension Specialist for 4-H Youth Development

Kentucky 4-H Youth Development Programs

College of Agriculture

212 Scovell Hall

Lexington, KY 40546-0064

(859)323-4842

Jennifer.tackett@uky.edu