Choose from a variety of experiences throughout the summer to fit your interest! You will learn about creating a character, collaborate with new friends, and have a blast. Each session ends with a showcase or even a full theatre production with costumes, lights, and more!
Register below to reserve a spot!
Duration: 3 Weeks M-F / 9a-3p
-3 Performances on the last weekend Fri 7:30p / Sat 2:00p / 7:30p
Ages: 8-13
Capacity: 20 Students
Description: For three weeks, ages 8-13 work with Commonwealth Theatre Center directors on a fully-produced play. Students get the exciting experience of rehearsing and performing a play complete with sets, props, and costumes. This program culminates with a weekend of in-person performances on the Nancy Niles Sexton Stage. Several sessions are available, and no experience is necessary.
This year’s play is Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Diana Grisanti; based on the book by Lewis Carroll.
Cost: $650
Dates:
*SOLD OUT* Session 1: June 5-24 Instructor Jess De La Rosa
*SOLD OUT* Session 2: June 12 – July 1 Instructor Tessa McShane
Session 3: June 26 – July 15 (No camp JULY 4) Instructor Charlie Sexton
*SOLD OUT* Session 4: July 10 – 29 Instructor Keith McGill
*SOLD OUT* Session 5: July 17 – Aug 5 Instructor Meg Caudill
Duration: 2 Weeks M-F / 9:30a – 1:30p
-One performance on last Saturday @ 2p
Ages: Kindergarten graduates ages 6-8
Capacity: 20 Students
Title/Theme: Becky & Dinah in Wonderland
Description: In this two week summer program, students will rehearse an original scripted play exploring what happens when Alice’s sister Becky and her cat Dinah follow Alice down the rabbit hole. The camp will end with a fully staged performance including props, costumes, and dance numbers!
COST: $375
DATES:
Session 1: June 5 – 17 Instructors Meg Caudill and Robert McFarland
Session 2: July 10 – 22 Instructors Tessa McShane and Mel Beck
Duration: 3 Weeks M – F / 10 -1
Ages: 13-18 (Some experience necessary.)
Capacity: 20 Students
Description: Students will take a deep look into three plays, discussing major scenes and using the texts to explore various voice and movement exercises.
Cost: $450 – *If attending both Intensives, total price is $800
Dates:
June 5 – 23: Instructor Charlie Sexton *FEW SPOTS REMAINING*
Duration: 3 Weeks M – F / 10 -1
Ages: 13-18 (No experience necessary.)
Capacity: 20 Students
Description: Explore modern works from a variety of playwrights in this scene study class. Using text analysis and exercises in vocal techniques, students will discuss the nuances of contemporary acting.
Cost: $450 – *If attending both Intensives, total price is $800
Dates:
July 10 – 28: Instructor Jessica De La Rosa
Duration: One Week M-F / 9:30a-12p
-In Class Art Show: On the final day of class
Ages: 6-12
Capacity: 15 Students
Description: We will focus on drawing, painting, sculpture, the Elements of Art, Art History and more!
Cost: $175
Dates:
*SOLD OUT* Session 1: June 19-23 Instructor Laura Patterson
*SOLD OUT* Session 2: July 10-14 Instructor Laura Patterson
Duration: 8 weeks / Wed Evenings / 6p-8p
-Showcase on class 8 (final week)
Ages: 18+ and not in high school
Capacity: 20 Students
Description: TBD
Cost: $275
Dates:
*FEW SPOTS REMAINING* June 7 – July 26: Instructor Keith McGill
