Summer Adventures 2011

The Capital Region’s destination for the performing arts.

BROADWAY CAMP w/ MAMMA MIA!

SUMMER AT PROCTORS OFFERS AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME!

July 5 – 9 • 9am – 4:30pm

• 5 days of instruction in singing, acting and dancing by trained professionals.• Master classes with Broadway artists.• Q&A Sessions with the cast of Mamma Mia!• Ticket to a performance of Mamma Mia! here at Proctors.• Backstage tour with a professional from Mamma Mia! (Subject to availability)• Official Broadway Camp t-shirt Faculty: Mamma Mia! cast, Kevin McGuire, Kelly Bird, Sara Weck-Keller Ages: 15 – 19 year olds Tuition: $320 till May 1st for early registration $350 after May 1st Location: GE Theatre at Proctors

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We’re planning an Adventure of a lifetime this summer at Proctors. Here is your chance to show your talent and hone your skills in musical theater with the professionals of Mamma Mia! plus professional veterans in the industry here for one week to share their experiences and talents with you. Proctors Broadway Camp is for students who take acting, dance and/or voice lessons; participate in school or community stage productions and/or dream of going on to perform in college or even professionally.

The week focuses on the cast and area professionals who will mentor in voice, dance and acting master classes. Along with the classes, each student will have a headshot taken, work on his/her resume building, and attend a performance of Mamma Mia! at the end of the week. There will be many opportunities to learn from the professionals that have the same passion as you, THEATRE!

Camps are for children ages 6 and up. Each program allows aspiring artists to be part of an interactive environment that improves performance skills and promotes an outlet for creativity and imagination. Sign up for morning or afternoon sessions or register for one of each and build a full day’s schedule. At Proctors, each week includes opportunities to learn and explore, get active and have fun!

Summer Adventures faculty are selected for their professional credentials, interest in the well-being of each student and offer in-depth instruction and exploration opportunities. It is the superb instruction by faculty, the creative environment and the variety of programs that keep students coming back year after year.

So we ask, what are YOUR children doing this summer?

Acting Out!July 5 – 8 • 1pm – 4:30pm

Through the exploration of fun and creative theatre techniques, students practice their acting abilities in preparation for future auditions. They will learn to expand their stage presence and audition like a star, enhancing their self-esteem and team building skills in the process.

Faculty: Joey Hunziker Ages: 7 – 10 year oldsTuition: $100 Location: Fenimore Asset Management Gallery at Proctors

Jazz Institute w/ special guest Wycliffe GordonJuly 18 – July 29 • 9am – 3pm The “gig” July 29 • 7pm, GE Theatre at Proctors Back for a seventh season, the Summer Jazz Institute will have students swingin’ it here at Proctors with a faculty committed to teaching America’s most influential art form in a fun, hands-on, all-inclusive way. Through jazz, students will build skills that include listening, critical thinking, communication and teamwork all leading to the self-esteem needed to thrive in real-life performance situations. The program will include special guest artists for master classes and culminate in a swingin’ final performance in the GE Theatre with renowned Jazz great Wycliffe Gordon.

Faculty: Keith Pray, Arthur Falbush Ages: All ages, all levels of experience welcomed Tuition: week 1: $200, week 2: $250, 2 weeks: $430 Location: GE Theatre at Proctors

Missoula Children’s Theatre Casting for King Arthur’s QuestAuditions: Monday July 18 • 10am –12pm Must be present for full length of audition.

Rehearsals during: July 18 – 23 Performances: July 22 • 1pm & July 23 • 3pm

Internationally acclaimed touring company Missoula Children’s Theatre will cast up to 60 children to perform in King Arthur’s Quest. On Monday, they’re cast as characters; by Friday, they’ve developed character! Their week is filled with rehearsals to refine acting skills and a host of fun and creative theatre techniques. Students will be asked to speak and sing in stress-free group auditions. Wear comfortable clothing and SMILE! No advance preparation is required.

Faculty: Missoula Children’s Theatre Ages: 5*–18 year olds *must have completed KindergartenTuition: $115 Location: Mainstage at Proctors

Dance: Hip HopJuly 25 – 29 • 9am – 12:30pm

Through daily technique classes, group discussions and choreography workshops students will learn common to advanced popping, locking and waving with a street/funk sound. This week is designed for students that have some kind of hip hop experience from classes or studios and/or other dance experience.

Faculty: Rebecca Rosen Ages: 12 – 16 year oldsTuition: $135 Location: Mainstage at Proctors

“MAKE IT A DAY” BY ADDING IMPROV THEATRE FOR THE AFTERNOON. DISCOUNTS APPLY. SEE REGISTRATION FORM

Improv Theatre July 25 – 29 • 1pm – 4:30pm Performance: July 29 • 4pm Play games, create characters, build scenes and learn the magic of improvisational theatre! Join the Mop and Bucket Company to learn improv skills, stage presence, acting and writing techniques. Students will share their new skills and creativity with friends and family at their premiere improv performance!

Faculty: The Mop and Bucket Company Ages: 12 –16 year oldsTuition: 1 week: $135 Location: Underground/Hearst Education Center at Proctors

What a Character!July 25 – August 5 • 9am – 12:30pm

In every theatre camp someone invents a character that becomes famous among the campers. While in this camp, every student will create a memorable character. The students will explore characterization through voice, movement, creative games and scene work. They will let out all of that creative energy by inventing characters and creating plays inspired by those characters. But watch out! There are bound to be some silly alter egos on the loose and you’re going to love meeting them all! Characters Welcome!

Faculty: Jennifer Lee Ages: 9 – 14 year oldsTuition: 2 weeks: $250 Location: Fenimore Asset Management Gallery at Proctors

“MAKE IT A DAY” THE 1ST WEEK WITH JAZZ DANCE FROM 1:00 - 4:30PM AND THE 2ND WEEK WITH COSTUME DESIGN FROM 1:00 – 4:30PM. DISCOUNTS APPLY.

Jazz DanceJuly 25 – 29 • 1pm – 4:30pm

Put on your dancing shoes! Participants will study classical jazz dance with an exploration of choreography. The week includes daily technique classes, group discussions, choreography workshops and a final performance. All levels of experience welcomed!

Faculty: Sheila Los Ages: 8 – 12 year oldsTuition: 1 Week: $125 Location: Mainstage at Proctors

Costume DesignAugust 1 – 5 • 1pm – 4:30pm

Bring a character alive with a look and a costume accessory! Using a variety of materials, students will explore their vision and make it a reality by creating a design. Also, enhance your character from the morning camp (What a Character!) with a costume piece of your own making.

Faculty: Chris Moran Ages: 8 – 12 year oldsTuition: 1 Week: $125 Location: Fenimore Asset Management Gallery at Proctors

July 5 – August 7 • 8:30am – 4:30pm

For more information about the S.T.A.R. program contact education@capitalrep.org

or 518.462.4531 x410

Full-day summer theatre intensive for ages 12–16Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Rehearsals at The Egg; Performances at Capital Rep in downtown AlbanyEnrollment limited to 35 students

Tuition for the five-week program is $850(Early Bird Discount! Register by May 1st and receive $50 off tuition price!)

Payment plans and need-based tuition assistance is available.

A fantastic opportunity for young people to work alongside theatre professionals and perform on stage.

Register today to reserve your spot!

Reel Adventures: Young Filmmakers August 1 – 12 • 10am – 2pm

Work alongside an industry professional creating your own short movies this summer! Gain the experience of college-age career professionals and beyond, all before you enter high school! Go from script to screen and everything in between: writing, planning, assembling cast and crew, location scouting, camera, and lights. Last year’s finished piece has shown at venues across the state, and has been submitted to worldwide festivals. Yours can too!

Faculty: Michael Feurstein Ages: 10 – 14 year olds all levels of experience welcomeTuition: 2 Weeks: $250 Apprentice Tuition: $150 You must have been in last year’s camp & approved by faculty. Location: Media Classroom/Hearst Education Center

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Info: 518•382•3884 x150jgelarden@proctors.org

Camp selectionPlease include check or credit card information for all programs except Missoula Children’s Theatre, please check the appropriate boxes.

c Broadway Camp c $350 c $320*

* Early registration until May 1st

c What a Character! $250

c Jazz Dance $125

c Costume Design $125

c Missoula Children’s Theatre* $115 *Missoula Children’s Theatre Auditions are required. Payment is not due until cast in the production.

c Acting Out! $100

c Dance: Hip Hop $135

c Improv Theatre $135

c Reel Adventures c $250 c $150*

* Must be approved by faculty.

c Jazz Institute* 1 week $200 2 weeks $380Please check the week(s) you plan to attendc July 18-22 c Jul 25-29 c July 18-29

What instrument do you play? *A recommendation from a music teacher is suggested, include with this form.

Please charge my credit card:

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c MC c AMEX c VISA c DSCVR

c My check is enclosed. (except Missoula)

Space is limited for all programs. Reservations by June 15 are encouraged. Please call with questions (518) 382-3884 x139. We would love to hear from you.

Make it a dayGive your child a summer Adventure that lasts the whole day! Choose one of our packages and combine a morning session with an afternoon. Choose a pair of terrific classes for 2 weeks of summer fun and savings!

Make it a day Mixed Media PackageMorning - What a Character! Afternoon Add on:

c Jazz Dance $105

c Costume Design $105

Make it a day Performance PackageMorning - Dance: Hip Hop Afternoon Add on:

c Improv Theatre $115

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Return this form to: Summer Adventures at Proctors 432 State Street, Schenectady NY 12305 To register by phone: 518.382.3884 x 139

ScholarshipsProctors encourages participation regardless of financial means. Limited scholarships to assist with tuition are awarded based on individual need. Download scholarship application and submit with registration form. proctors.org/education/summer_adventures

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