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CPW Storytelling and Character Work in Medina, OH
August 16-17, 2025
Join us Aug 16-17 for the CPW Advanced Performing Workshop!
In the first course, the Performing Fundamentals, you were presented with a buffet: with a little of everything, all designed to inspire. Now in the Advanced Performance Workshop, you’ll be immersed in more intensive hands-on and activity-based materials, where participants will create and do.
- Day One, Storytelling, is spent working on understanding, creating, and telling stories. We also examine key techniques in receiving and giving feedback plus coaching.
- Day Two, Character Work, takes story knowledge and Christmas lore to create unique character back stories and deepen your character work.
Along the way, we focus on what makes each of your individual characters unique, how to build buy-in from audiences, create character depth, and how to use ALL of this to enthrall your audience. Throughout, we engage in performing exercises, with a bit of vocal, improv, and duo exercises, working in both small and large groups so participants can try out new skills in a supportive environment.
This is a workshop like no other!
Schedule
- Saturday, Aug 16, 2025, 8:30 AM-5 PM – Day One Advanced Performance Workshop
- Sunday, Aug 17, 2025, 8:30 AM-5 PM – Day Two Advanced Performance Workshop
Tuition
- Early Bird Special – Deadline May 1
- Single $250
- Mrs. Claus Only $225
- Double $450
- Standard Rate – Deadline July 15
- Single $275
- Mrs. Claus Only $250
- Double $500
- Last Minute – After July 15
- Single $300
- Mrs. Claus Only $275
- Double $525
Travel, lodging, dinners, and extra activities are not included in the registration.
Information about Meals
- FRI (Aug 15) – Dinner – Optional: This will be at your own expense and we’re working on some additional activities for those who can arrive a little early.
- SAT (Aug 16) and SUN (Aug 17) – Breakfast: A full hot breakfast is included for everyone staying at the hotel. If you aren’t staying at the hotel, there’s a $15/ea charge if you’d like to eat breakfast with us.
- SAT (Aug 16) and SUN (Aug 17) – Lunch: We will order meals to be brought to the conference / meeting room. We’re still working on the details, but if budget allows we provide these at a reduced or free to you cost. Watch for updates!!
- SAT (Aug 16) – Dinner: We will make plans and communicate prior to the workshop. Attendance is optional, and this is a great opportunity to continue our time together. Watch for updates!!
How to Register
- Step One: Reserve your spot in the workshop today!
- Step Two: A follow-up email will be sent to the address below with an Invoice to confirm your participation. Once you have confirmed another email will be sent with the full event agenda and contact information should you need to reach anyone concerning your participation. (Please allow 24 hrs to get your Invoice.)
Workshop Participant Survey
- Step Three: Once you have registered, please complete the Advanced Registration survey (should take only 5-10 minutes) so that your feedback can be included in the course.
Questions?
Contact Bryan Miller at Buckeye Santas, 419-560-3210, cmg2twn@gmail.com
Workshop Venue
Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm, East Stevenson Lake Road, Clare, MI 48617
Lodging Information
Holiday Inn Express
5185 Gateway Dr, Medina, OH 44256 – (330) 772-6006
- Special Room Rates when booked before July 15, 2025
The Holiday Inn Express in Medina is just 22 miles (approx 23 minutes) from Cleveland John Hopkins International Airport. Renting a car or hiring an Uber driver is recommended if you are flying in from out of state.
Castle Noel is just over 4 miles from the Holiday Inn Express in Medina. A group event is being planned to visit this unforgettable experience!
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