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It's hard to put into words how profound an experience CGST is, so we think you should hear it from the students and parents who make it so special.

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Alumni - News
Here's what's up with our Alumni:

Where our Alumni have gone to College
Where our Alumni have worked - Film, Television, Radio
Where our Alumni have worked - Theatre


Since 1997, CGST students have attended the below colleges:

Adelphi University
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Barnard College
Bates College
Boston Conservatory
Brown University
California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)
Catawaba College
Carnegie Mellon University
College of St. Catherine
DePaul University
Evergreen State College
Experimental Theatre Wing, NYC
Florida School of Arts
Florida State University
Ft. Lewis College
Lower Columbia College
Manhattanville College (Purchase, NY)
Millikin University
New School University
New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
North Carolina School of the Arts
Ohio Weslyn University
Pace University, NYC
Pacific University
Playwrights Horizon Theatre School, NYC Portland Community College
Portland State University
Queens University (Canada)
Scripps College, Claremont College Consortium
Southern Oregon University
Sterling College
St. John's College
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
University of California, Santa Cruz
The University of Essex (United Kingdom)
University Of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (MFA program)
University of Massachusetts
University of Miami
University of Michigan
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
University of Washington
Vassar College
Western Washington University
Willamette University
Williams College
Yale University
York University (Canada)
among others...

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Where our Alumni have worked - Film, Television, Radio

Aaron Carter music videos
"All My Children" ABC-TV
"China Captains" Featured role, Maverick Productions
"City Guys" NBC-TV
"Clear Water" Feature Film (starring role)
"ER" NBC-TV
"Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus" Feature Film with Nicole Kidman
Gold-Marshak-Liedtke Agency (Los Angeles)
"The Good Lot" Feature Film
HBO
"House of Carters" - E! Entertainment Television
KZBZ "The Buzz 104.9"
KSAL "News Radio 910 AM"
"Law & Order" NBC-TV
"MAD-TV" Fox-TV
Member: American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA)
Member: Sreen Actors Guild (SAG)
MTV
National Print Ad for Progressive Insurance
"One Night in Portland", Feature Film (starring role)
"Port Charles" - ABC-TV
"Rocky Balboa - Rocky VI" Feature Film
"SCRUMPY'S WINTERLAND" Video Production
"Shakira - Hips Dont Lie spoof" - #1 video on video.Google.com
"Through the Fall" Feature Film (starring role)
"The Twilight Conspiracy" Feature Film (starring role)
UCF Commercial
WABC radio in NYC

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Where our Alumni have worked - Theatre

5th Avenue Theatre (Seattle, WA) A Contemporary Theatre (Seattle, WA)
Artists Repertory Theatre (Portland, OR)
Bigfork Playhouse
Bing Theatre (Los Angeles)
BROADWAY: Imperial Theatre, NYC
BROADWAY: Minskoff Theatre, NYC
CAST Theatre
Chamber Theatre National Tour
Comedy Sportz
Discovery Theatre Lab
Disney World
Gallery Theatre
Gusman Center (Miami)
Gresham Little Theatre
Hangar Theatre, New York
Hayloft Theatre
Hampstead Theatre (London, England)
Hillsboro Actors Repertory Theatre
Hobson Garage Theatre
Idaho Repertory Theatre
Idaho Shakespeare Festival
J*Company Youth Theatre (La Jolla, CA)

Lakewood Theatre Company
Longview Stageworks
Mad Cow Theatre (Orlando, FL)
Member: Actors Equity Association (AEA)
MGM Studios
NATIONAL TOUR: Les Miserables
New Jersey Shakespeare Festival
Northwest Childrens Theatre
Northwest Family Services
Northwest Mystery Theatre
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Paramount Theatre (Seattle, WA)
Radiant Theatre Productions (Portland, Oregon)
Seafirst Arts Festival
Seattle Childrens Theatre
Seattle Repertory Theatre
Thousand Island's Playhouse
Village Theatre (Seattle, WA)
Young Playwrights, Inc. (New York City)
Youth Theatre Northwest (Seattle, WA)

among others...

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More Alumni Quotes:

"There is so much to say about CGST! My friend told me that she was going, and I signed up, but then she decided not to go! I registered for a seven-week session. Most people thought I was crazy, including (for about 15 seconds) myself. I went because I love theatre, but when I got there, my favorite thing about CGST was not the incredible amount of theatre I delved into, but the amazing people with whom I delved! Not a day goes by when I don't think about CGST, miss my hundreds of friends, and eagerly anticipate Summer of 2003! It was quite easily the most rewarding experience of my life! I grew up so much in so many ways. If you're reading these quotes and debating whether or not to come to CGST, stop hesitating! Sign up for as long a session as your parents will let you! See you all in June!!!"
Amy, 17, Pleasanton, California (seven-weeker)

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"CGST is a haven for theatre lovers-- a separate world that coexists within our own, chaotic lives. It helped me discover who I am and what I want; and made me realize that I deserve love and happiness in life. Whenever I feel low, I think back to my incredible days at CGST and feel all warm and fuzzy. Now I know that wherever I am and whatever I do, I will always have a place that will accept me - a place where I am safe. And that's an amazing sensation."
Julianne, Los Angeles

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"My time spent at CGST has been some of the best time of my life!!! I had sooo much fun, and made many new friends whom I will never forget, created so many memories, plus learned a lot about theatre from people who are supportive and caring and passionate about their work. If Dorothy did ever make it over the rainbow, I know she would land at CGST!!! "
Megan, Age 14, Washington State, 2001-2002-many more

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"This is Jennifer from session 4B. I'd like to thank you all for making this my all time favorite summer ever. I'm not as insecure about myself, and way less self concious then when I came on my first day. The classes inspired me so much, and now i realized I can express myself in other places besides CGST, I am so excited for school to start and show everybody the Jennifer who doesn't hide behind a mask. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH! If it wasn't for you guys, (and girls) I wouldn't be so confident."
lotsa luv, Jennifer aka niffer, Washington State

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"The CGST staff and students have taught me to act, dance, and sing, but they have done something for me that no teacher could ever teach. To create an emotionally safe environment so we could all be one big happy family. We treat each other with so much respect and love. . . . CGST is the most loving, caring, supportive, fun place I've ever been, and that I have every intention of making it my summer home-away-from-home every year. "
Karisa, Age 12, 13, 14, and 15 (1997 - 2002 and counting....)

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"CGST was the most amazing place for me this summer. It is like my second home. I made many new friendships while there for just the 2 weeks I was there. The counselors, the students, and the staff were the most loving, kind, and loyal people I had ever met. The day camp ended, as I tried to hold back tears, I promised myself that I would come back the next summer...and many more summers also."
Michael, age 12

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"Well, I just wanted to say thank you for a wonderful time at camp. I find it a real wonder how you shape and enhance kids' lives time and time again. I wish you the best of luck in the future. "
Lorraine

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"I cannot express how much gratitude I have for the people who created this camp. It made everyone who was present for those two amazing weeks infinitely loyal and loving to eachother. It was the warmest atmosphere that I have ever been in, and certainly the most supportive. You could run around screaming or you could be crying your eyes out, and no matter what, people still loved you. I don't know if it was the passion for theater, or just for life itself, but CGST could easily be considered the best two weeks of my life."
Emily (the Yar Fairy), age 14, from California

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"I not for one minute ever wanted to leave CGST but the day did come and even though I cried I knew they were tears of joy due to the greatest days I had spent at CGST. I carried all of my learning experiences with me and in the light of standing on the grounds of the Blue Moon Ranch I realized for the first time how great life could be. I had improved as an actor, a singer, a dancer, and I had grown into the person I had always wanted to be. I thank the force that guided my hand to circle CGST and that drove me to scribble my signature on the registration form. Without CGST this summer I would have lost sight of the dream that I had been chasing since childhood, to be an actor."
Leigh, Age 15

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"CGST not only helped me in discovering the actress in me, but the real person as well. The memories are countless, I only hope to make more. When you don't know anyone, three thousand miles seems like more than just the opposite end of the country. After one week at the camp, I felt right at home. In fact, I didn't want to leave! I hope that last summer, will not be my last time at CGST. . ."
Abby, Age 17, from Massachusetts

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"...I learned a lot about musical theatre, and about myself. The Linklater class, which is a relaxation technique to find our true voices, really helped me ease my tension and clear my head. I learned how to give wonderful massages and how to enjoy them! . . . The staff taught me a lot about life, and about loving and accepting yourself. From all of the love and support given at CGST, I truly believe that many people care and are ready to listen and help me solve my problems. Spending my two weeks in that wonderful environment was the best two weeks of my life! Whenever I am faced with a problem, whether it be concerning my acting career or my life in general, I will look back to my sensational second family, the Columbia Gorge School of Theatre!"
Erin, Age 14, from California

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"In three weeks I am leaving for Seattle to visit my best friend ever, and I met her at CGST. CGST was the most amazing place I've ever been. I can't imagine a place where I feel more free to be like myself. CGST taught me that sometimes you have to kick off your shoes, sing at the top of your lungs and just dance. No one can tell you that, but it's a truth that you just come to know when you are there. Everyone is so supportive of who you are, and they help you try to find who you want to be. I can remember walking arm in arm with my friend at night when the stars were above and thinking... this is where I belong."
Rachel from New Mexico, age 14

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"Each and every one of us has a place that we escape to once in a while, when we're feeling down, overwhelmed, or just plain scared. For me, it's at CGST. The one and only time that I went there was the absolute best two weeks of my life. I didn't know anyone, and I was afraid that I'd be left out, or feel out of place. But from day one until the day I left, and even once I returned home, I felt endless love and acceptance. CGST is love, and love is CGST. "
Megan M., age 15, Oregon

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"I learned a lot about theatre at the Columbia Gorge School of Theatre. Even though I've acted for several years, I must have doubled what I knew about theatre at that camp. One thing new to me was dance technique. Before the camp, I had never danced, and rarely sang, onstage. However... I learned enough to at least make it through a musical audition."
Kelly (male), Age 17

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"Being a part of this theater camp has been the most valuable experience I have ever had. When I came here, I was really shy and was very scared and nervous. Since being here, I have come so far in being less nervous. I am finally coming out of my shell.... I don't think I will ever be able to be notplace to draw from that I will never lose.... As we approach our final days here, I look back on this summer and I realize that I have learned and grown so much through this experience, more than I could ever explain to you.... The love I have for these people is so completely real and indescribable. The bonds we've made will not be broken when we say our 'good-byes.' We'll always be a family....... This summer has been so special to all of us. We'll never forget it. And when we're all grown up, and have our own lives, we can each think about this, and smile."
Julene, Age 14

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"CGST is the camp/school of a lifetime. For taking up a career in acting, singing and/or dancing, CGST is the ideal place. I have learned more about everything than I could have ever wanted to in six weeks, more than I could have in a year of school. The loving family environment helps the learning process and gives a very comfortable sense. I loved it more than anything."
Nate, age 17

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"On July sixth, 1997, I arrived at a place that would change my life forever. The Columbia Gorge School of Theatre provided classes in jazz, ballet, tap, choreography, Meisner, Linklater, singing, and music theory. But, more importantly, now I can use my new skills to make the theatre I love not just a dream, but a part of my everyday life.... Now as the summer comes to an end, so quickly, but with so many experiences, I look back on the memories I'll have for the rest of my life. I know that there's really no one particular thing I learned or one person that taught me, but that from this amazing group of different individuals I have learned how to live."
Marico, Age 15

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"As I met the students and staff on the first day, I didn't even dream that we would become such a close family, or that I could learn so much from every one of them..... Columbia Gorge School of Theatre has taught me so much more than acting, singing, and dancing. I have learned to acknowledge my feelings, and to love everyone, including myself. These aren't things that can be taught by any teacher, it takes a caring, understanding, and loving friend. These are some of the more important lessons I have learned here, and I can keep them with my memories for the rest of my life."
Siobhan, Age 16

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"The Columbia Gorge School of Theatre is an ultimate learning experience. Beyond the unbelievable theatre techniques, you learn about yourself and life. The family atmosphere at CGST lets you incorporate what you learn without feeling self-conscious."
Brent, Age 18

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"The CGST staff and students have taught me to act, dance, and sing, but they have done something for me that no teacher could ever teach. To create an emotionally safe environment so we could all be one big happy family. We treat each other with so much respect and love."
Karisa, Age 12

 


"CGST brings all kinds of different people  from all over the world and all different walks of life together. I have never been so close to a group of people than I have when I spent my 5 weeks at CGST. I feel I have become a better actor and a better person since I've been there and it is a very magical and wonderful place."

Jackie  AKA Jack from summer 04
5 weeker Oregon

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