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Putnam, Dutchess Students Attend State-Wide Theater Conference

BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Eight students from Spotlight Arts in Brewster recently attended the New York State Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) 19th annual student conference at the Villa Roma Resort in Callicoon, N.Y.

Eight students from Spotlight Arts in Brewster attended the New York State Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) 19th annual student conference.

Eight students from Spotlight Arts in Brewster attended the New York State Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) 19th annual student conference.

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The conference that creates an opportunity for approximately 700 high school students from all over New York State to come together for a full weekend of learning and peer interaction. 

Local attendees included Megan Campbell, Jacqueline Carey, Cecilia Guida, Kristyn Vario and Erin Vaughan, all of Brewster; Noah Emke and Jessica Tocci of Pawling and Aidan O’Sullivan of Poughquag. 

Students had a choice of more than 100 workshops taught by colleges, universities and other theatre professionals, including a Sketch Comedy workshop taught by Spotlight Arts’ Margaret Carey. 

“I learned so much about different aspects of theater. I am interested in finding out more about directing," said Campbell. 

Third-time attendee Jacqueline Carey, was selected as one of only 40 students in the third year program. Only students in grades 10 through 12 can attend and it is a privilege for students to attend for a third year to the conference. 

“I strongly recommend students attend the NYSTEA conference," said Carey. "There is a sense of community and comradery among the students, teachers and professionals. The knowledge I gained and the skills I developed will be used for the rest of my life.” 

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