Choose from a variety of experiences throughout the summer to fit your interest! You will learn about creating a character, collaborating with new friends, and having a blast. Each session ends with a showcase or even a full production with costumes, lights, and more!
3 Weeks M-F / 9a-3p
Aftercare Services M-F 3p-5p
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 CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY; based on the book by Roald Dahl.
SUMMER ACADEMY COST: $650
AFTERCARE FOR SUMMER ACADEMY COST: $25/day
DATES:
Closed – Session 1 June 3-21 Performances June 21-22 Instructor Tessa McShane
Session 2 June 10-28 (No camp JUNE 19) Performances July 28-29 Instructor Keith McGill
(Waitlist Open) Session 3 June 24- July 12 (No camp JULY 4) Performances July 12-13 Instructor Charlie Sexton
Session 4 July 8 – 26 Performances July 26-27 Instructor Heather Burns
(Waitlist Open) Session 5 July 15- Aug 2 Performances Aug 2-3 Instructor Meg Caudill
2 Weeks M-F / 9:30a-1:30p
Aftercare services 1:30-3p
One Performance on Last Saturday @ 2p
Ages: Kindergarten, Graduates ages 6-8
Capacity: 20 Students
Description: In this two week summer academy, students will rehearse an original scripted play inspired by the world of Wonka. The camp will end with a fully staged performance including props, costumes, and dance numbers!
JUNIOR ACADEMY COST: $375
JUNIOR ACADEMY AFTERCARE COST: $25/day until 3p or $50/day until 5p
DATES:
Closed – Session 1 June 3 – 14, Performance June 15 Instructors Meg Caudill and Heather Burns
Session 2 July 8- 19, Performance July 20 Instructors Tessa McShane and TBD
Closed
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 3 – 21 Instructor Charlie Sexton
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 8- 26 Instructors Zach Stone and Special Guest Instructors
One Week M-F / 9:30a-12p
In Person Art Show: On the final day of the academy
AGES: 6-12
Capacity: 15 Students
DESCRIPTION: We will focus on drawing, painting, sculpture, the Elements of Art, Art History and more!
COST: $200
DATES:
(Waitlist Open) Session 1 June 10-14 Instructor Laura Patterson
(Waitlist Open) Session 2 June 17-21 Instructor Laura Patterson
Closed – 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:
June 5 – July 24 Instructor Keith McGill
