Please join us as we kick off CCP’s 2026 Cabaret Catalyst educational series with Best Practices – Making the Most of Rehearsal Time with David Meulemans on Saturday, April 11, 1 – 3 p.m.

We’ll meet in the Hospitality Room at 4300 North Marine Drive (limited guest parking available).

Program: This two-hour workshop focuses on making the most of rehearsal time. There are many types of rehearsals, and each will be addressed at some level, acknowledging that not all techniques work for all individuals, and that there are several factors that impact the nature of rehearsing, whether on one's own, with a music director, with a band, or with an ensemble. The workshop is intended to be collaborative in nature, drawing on the experiences of the participants and the facilitator, David Meulemans.  Objectives include capturing "best practices" to benefit all skill levels to provide insight on what "to do" as well as what "not to do," with each participant leaving with a personalized toolbox of ideas they feel would bring more value to their rehearsals.   

Registration: The program can accommodate up to 20 participants, with CCP members paying $10 and the general public participating for $15. To register and pay the workshop fee, please visit the event page by clicking here.

About David:  David holds a Bachelor's in Music from Lawrence University and Conservatory of Music, and a Master's in Education
from American Intercontinental University.  His professional history includes years of facilitating adult learning in an array of disciplines, including music, technology and health care administration.  As a clinician, David has worked with adult and childrens choirs in Florida and Wisconsin, to enhance their efficiency in rehearsal techniques and best practices.  David is a member of Chicago Cabaret Professionals, Manhattan Area Cabaret, and Vice President and Co-Founder of South Florida Cabaret Singers.  He has performed extensively with professional music organizations ranging from Chicago Grand Opera, Broadway Showcases and regional tours.  Currently residing in Chicago, David is a frequent performer in a variety of Chicago based productions, including CCP events (Musical Mondays, Merry Measures and others.  He is among the cast of Elisabeth Howard's production of Sextet.  David tours with Carla Gordon in her productions of Borscht Belt Buddies, and Blacklisted.