Scholarship Application

The RCTC Ronald Cisneros Scholarship Application
Since 1990, River City Theatre Company has provided young people with the opportunity to develop skill, confidence and self esteem through learning all aspects of musical theater in a positive workshop environment. Besides regular performances, RCTC fieldtrip performances introduce thousands of school children to musical performing arts presented by their peers. Our mission also is to produce affordable family entertainment and cultivate community interest and support for live musical theater.

The Ron Cisneros Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 by Michael Miiller and RCTC with the support RCTC family and friends. Named for RCTC Artistic Director Ron Cisneros, the scholarship is a helping hand to a child who has the potential to demonstrate excellence through this enriching musical theater program.

Eligibility:

1. Applicants must be in 1st through 12th grades, and write an essay about his or her wish to participate in a
River City Theatre Company production. Essays for grades 7th and above should be at least 200 words.

2. Applicants must demonstrate financial need with detail explained by the parent or guardian. Scholarship
awards may include registration, costumes and dance shoes at no cost for the production. In some cases
partial scholarships are awarded.

3. A letter of recommendation from a teacher, pastor, coach, mentor or sponsor must be included with
your application.

4. Applicants (under legal driving age) must have adult transport to and from rehearsals and productions

5. Parent participation hours are required (25 hours for one child, 35 hours for two or more).

RCTC Production You Are Applying For*
Scholarship Type Request: Please select the scholarship aid that best fits your situation.*

Full Scholarship (Registration fees, costumes, dance shoes needed—All costumes, dance shoes, props, etc., supplied throughthe RCTC scholarship programare proerty of River City Theatre Company and must be returned at the end of the production.)Registration Fees OnlyHalf Off Registration Fees
Cast Member Name*

First NameLast Name
Cast Member Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
School*
Grade*
Teacher/Sponsor*
Other Children in the household (names and ages)

Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Your Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Your Email*
example@example.com
Your Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Your Employer*
Occupation*
Number of Years with Employer*

Other Parent/Guardian
Parent/Guardian Name

First NameLast Name
Address (if different)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Parent/Guardian Email
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Parent/Guardian Employer
Parent/Guardian Occupation
Parent/Guardian: Number of years with employer

Family Financial Information
Gross Annual Income of Parent(s)/Guardian(s)*

Under $30,000$31,000 – $50,000$51,000 – $75,000$76,000 – $100,000Over $100,000
Have you received scholarship funding for a prior RCTC production?*

YesNo
If Yes, what production(s) and what type of aid did you receive?
Applicant's Extracurricular Activities (School & Community)List Activities & Time Commitment*

Applicant (Student) Essay—Required for grades 7th & above (200 words minimum)*
I give my consent for the above named minor to submit an application for the Ron Cisneros Musical Theatre Scholarship.*

I Agree
No payment is necessary until your application has been reviewed and scholarships determined. Scholarships will be evaluated and determined by the RCTC Scholarship Committee. Scholarship award recipients will be notified by phone or mail prior to the upcoming production workshop. Thank you for your interest in River City Theatre Company.
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The RCTC Ronald Cisneros Scholarship Application

Eligibility:

Other Parent/Guardian

Family Financial Information