Showdown Stage Company

Showdown Stage Company

5.0Exceptional(8 reviews)
Offers online services
Offers online services

About

I am a multi-published author, and produced screenwriter (I co-wrote LION KING 2 among many other movies) who understands the importance of making learning fun. And let's be honest, if learning isn't interesting than you're not going to do it. (I get it, I'm a writer, I've made procrastination into an art form). I've been working with young people for over fifteen years now: online, in person and all over the country which I think gives me an insight that a lot of teachers don't have, plus I have great stories about the many many people I've worked with including quite a few celebrities. Last, but most important, I believe in my students and I will never NOT EVER give up on them.

I get to share what I love. Is there anything better? My favorite part of teaching is that "ah ha moment." You know, that moment when what you've been working on becomes crystal clear, like that proverbail lightbulb going off over the head. That's the best feeling in the world, knowing I helped someone "get it." I also get to meet all kinds of people (as a writer, people continue to fascinate me). And last, I learn too. Every. Single. Time. When I'm "teaching" I'm also learning and I love to learn. I love expanding my mind and feeling bigger.


Highlights

5 employees
23 years in business
Serves Santa Clarita , CA
Offers online services

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    Aubrey G.

    Since today is Mother’s Day, I wanted to say thank you to my second mom: Cindy. You have made the Showdown experience so incredibly special and I appreciate everything you do for all of us who attend camp. You make Showdown a place where people can truly be themselves without any judgement. Showdown has helped me come out of my shell so much and I am so grateful for that. I miss you, Cindy, and love you so much! I hope you have an amazing Mother’s Day!!
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    May 10, 2020

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    Kale S.

    To put it bluntly, everything. Theres never been a space where I feel more accepted and loved. Showdown is where I found who I was, where I found lifetime friends, and where I learned some of the most important lessons of my life. The camp directors really genuinely care about each students growth and development during the camp. I will look back at my experience at Showdown with a tear of joy in my eye
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    May 08, 2020

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    Hagedorn

    I really just enjoyed the overall energy that the staff gave to me. They always put in sooo much effort to make sure everyone is happy/content, and they always included everyone in decision-making, and that was just a very conforming feeling;it made me feel seen and heard. The experience is like nothing Ive ever had before.
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    May 08, 2020

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    Reagen

    It’s a home and family to me. It means the world and has completely helped me develop into the person I am now. I love you guys and showdown ❤️
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    May 08, 2020

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    Matt L.

    Showdown is very important to me. It was the place where I decided I would work in theater, I made so many friends, and it helped me become the person I am now. You know that feeling of excitement you get before putting on a show? It’s even better when performing on Showdown’s stage. The teachers are insanely fun and will always leave an impact on you. As stressful as preparing a show can be, you can’t help but be happy to work alongside these insanely talented people. The special classes you can take are memorable and really helpful if you’re going into a creative job like me. The directors can be stern at times, but that just makes the show better. It can be overwhelming starting out. Still, you feel like a member of some incredibly talented family. If you’re at least a little bit interested in theater, I would recommend joining Showdown. It makes putting on a show so much more fun.
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    May 07, 2020

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    Natalie B.

    Hey Cindy,
    Since Mother’s Day is Sunday, I thought I would send you a letter of how much you mean to me. You even being in my life means so much to me. I could not express enough how much you mean to both me and my family. My family and I both love you so so much. If I would’ve never been brought to showdown 9 years ago, I may never have met Flip, Dennis, or you, and knowing now that I wouldn’t of had all of the support you guys give to me, I know for a fact my life would be in a much worse place. You guys always strive for me to be the best version of me that I can be, and I’m really trying to carry that out. Cindy, from the past 9 years that I have known you, you have been one of the biggest role models and inspirations I have ever had. This summer, I felt like I was gonna die from all of the pain and suffering I was going through with my uncle daily. Seeing how much you cared for me then and still, it really helped power me through this summer. If I wouldn’t have had you to talk to about all of that last summer, I would probably be in a darker place than I am now. Having to go through cancer with someone alone would’ve been VERY hard. Again, I really don’t think I would’ve found me again this summer if it wasn’t for you. I cannot wait to give you the biggest hug next time I see you! You will always be my Mama Cindy and I will always look up to you as one of the brightest people I strive to be one day. Words cannot describe how much you mean to me. Thank you for always being a light in my life. Happy Mother’s Day! 💞
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    May 07, 2020

    Frequently asked questions

    I begin by getting to know you. I like to where you are with "the work." Once, together, we've figured out what's going on with you then we dive in. I find the best way to learn something is to just jump in and do it. I won't spend a lot of time lecturing, unless you need it. We'll go hands on. 

    I'm a produced screenwriter and playwright. I've got three published non-fiction books. I've run a national theater program for the last fifteen years. I teach MANY online classes in writing and film. 


    Services offered

    Acting
    Speech
    Film Production