SUMMER CLASSES & INTENSIVES
SUMMER INTENSIVE (8-13 years old) WIZARDS & WARRIORS of OZ
(JUNE 10th - JUNE 28th)
In this three week Summer Intensive, children (aged 8-13) will rehearse and perform a world premiere play written by professional children's playwright; Joe Sturgeon. (Who is also directing the camp)
SYNOPSIS: Dorothy, a modern day farm girl in rural Kansas is enjoying a Saturday of fun after her chores, playing a game of WIZARDS & WARRIORS in the barn with her schoolmates; Hunk, Kory, and Zeke. When a cyclone unexpectedly strikes, a spell from their game transports the four to a magical and strange world known as OZ. After Dorothy is given the Ruby Saber by a benevolent sorceress, she and her friends, who have all been transformed into fantasy heroes of legend, must begin a quest to find the Wizard of the Emerald Dungeon, all while staving off attacks by The Wicked Liche of the West, who wants the Ruby Saber! Follow the golden path and be sure to make your saving throw when you join us for this fun and thrilling mash-up of The Wizard of OZ, and Dungeons & Dragons.
The Intensive begins June 10th and runs until June 28th weekdays from 9:30am to 2:30pm Performances are June 28 at 6:30 pm. and June 29th at 2:00 and 5:30pm.
SUMMER INTENSIVE (14-19 years old) THE TEMPEST
(JULY 15- JULY 27)
In this three-week, Summer Intensive; teen performers (aged 14-19) will rehearse and perform a rock score-infused version of The Tempest by William Shakespeare, complete with a live band on stage.
SYNOPSIS: The Tempest is a play about magic, betrayal, love and forgiveness. It is set on an island somewhere near Italy where Prospero, the one-time Duke of Milan, and his beautiful daughter, Miranda, live with a sprite called Ariel and a strange creature named Caliban. Prospero is a powerful magician who creates a storm, or tempest, that sets the scene for the play. In the events that follow we see a plot to murder the King of Naples, a drunken scheme to kill Prospero and a romance between Miranda and the King’s son, Non-traditional gender casting will be strongly considered on most roles.
The Intensive begins July 15th and runs until July 27th weekdays typically from 5:00pm to 9:00pm Performances are July 27 at 7:00 pm. and June 28th at 2:00 and 7:00pm.
CARDBOARD THEATRE!: MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP (Ages 5-8) (JUNGLE BOOK)
(JULY 1-12 No Class on July 4th!)
CARDBOARD THEATRE!: MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CAMP!
AGES (5-8) JULY 1-12 (NOTE: No Class on July 4th!)
Sing, act, dance, and craft with the Texas Theatre for Young People this summer! Cardboard Theatre is a summer camp for your kindergarten through third grade star that lets their creativity shine through performance and stagecraft! Two morning sessions are available:
SECTION B : Panthers and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!: This Jungle Book-themed session is perfect for any wild child interested in theatre! Learn to bop to the jungle beat and belt the Bare Necessities as we explore performance and stagecraft with a performance showcase at the end for parents. JULY 1-12 Monday -Friday 12:30 am-3:00am
INSTRUCTOR: AVERY LYDA
CARDBOARD THEATRE!: MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP (Ages 5-8) (TANGLED)
(JULY 1-12 No Class on July 4th!)
CARDBOARD THEATRE!: MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CAMP!
AGES (5-8) JULY 1-12 (NOTE: No Class on July 4th!)
Sing, act, dance, and craft with the Texas Theatre for Young People this summer! Cardboard Theatre is a summer camp for your kindergarten through third grade star that lets their creativity shine through performance and stagecraft! Two morning sessions are available:
SECTION A: Towers, Tiaras, and Swashbuckling Tales!: Join us for two weeks of Tangled (Rapunzel) -themed activities and learn songs and dances from the movie! Spunky princesses and clever thieves alike will showcase their skills with a performance at the end of the two weeks. JULY 1-12 Monday -Friday 9:00 am-11:30am
INSTRUCTOR: AVERY LYDA
CSD: Broadway Ballet (Ages 12 and up)
(JULY 15-19)
Broadway Ballet (Ages 12 and up)
(via Partnership with Crescendo School of Dance)
Broadway has brought ballet back in a big way! Not only is ballet the foundation for all other dance forms, but it is also fun and fashionable! In this week long intensive, students will learn proper dance technique, terminology and body placement, as well as learn choreography from An American in Paris and Billy Elliot!
Broadway Ballet is an hour and a half course that meets Monday -Friday, July 15-19, 11am-12:30pm.
INSTRUCTOR: AMY JONES
CSD: The Legends of Jazz (Ages 12 and up)
(JULY 22-26)
The Legends of Jazz (Ages 12 and up)
via partnership with Crescendo School of Dance
The styles of Fosse and Jerome Robbins are iconic across the world’s stages and screens. Students will be immersed in both of these styles during The Legends of Jazz intensive. Students will learn proper dance technique, terminology and body placement. Throughout the week they will also learn choreography from West Side Story, as well as Fosse’s infamous “Frug”.
The Legends of Jazz is an hour and a half course that meets Monday -Friday, July 22-26, 11am-12:30pm.
INSTRUCTOR: AMY JONES
CSD: Tap: Rhythm in your Feet, Rhythm in your Soul (Ages 12 and up)
(JULY 29- AUGUST 2)
Tap: Rhythm in your Feet, Rhythm in your Soul (Ages 12 and up)
via partnership with Crescendo School of Dance
Tap has always held a prominent spot on the Broadway Stage! Tap dance is part dance, part music and 100% artistry! In this week long intensive, students will learn proper dance technique, terminology and body placement, as well as learn choreography from Anything Goes and 42nd Street!
Tap is an hour and a half course that meets Monday -Friday, July 29- August 2, 11am-12:30pm.
INSTRUCTOR: AMY JONES
CSD: Musical Theater Mania! (Ages 12 and up)
(AUGUST 5-9)
Musical Theater Mania! (Ages 12 and up)
via partnership with Crescendo School of Dance
Musical Theater is such a diverse genre! There are so many fun and unique styles of dance on the Broadway stage. During this week long intensive, we will dive into four different musicals, all with their own style of dance. Students will learn proper dance technique, terminology and body placement, as well as learn choreography from Hairspray, Hamilton, Movin’ Out and Seusical!
Musical Theater Mania is an hour and a half course that meets Monday -Friday, August 5-9, 11am-12:30pm.
INSTRUCTOR: AMY JONES