McCarter Summer Theater Program FOR GRADES K-12


Spend the summer with McCarter’s top-notch theater artists while exploring the actor’s craft, stretching the mind with imaginative storytelling, and learning the ins and outs of playmaking. You could perform in a timeless musical, a literary classic, a heroic adventure and more!

Each program culminates in a performance and celebration with friends and family.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

GRADE LEVEL in 2010/2011

K-1

2-3

4-5

6-8

8-10

9-12

June 28-July 2

Adventure Theater

Adventure Theater

July 5 – 9

Early Stages

Imagination Institute

July 12-16

Acting In Style

Acting In Style

Summer Shakespeare

July 19-20

July 26-30

Musical Theater

Musical Theater
(6-7)

Musical Theater
(8-10)

August 2-6

August 9-15



 

Grades K-3

Early Stages for K/1

Early stages campers will discover the essentials of storytelling, working together to use their creative impulses, visit imaginary places, and bring characters to life. JULY 5-16, 10am-12pm $450 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Imagination Institute for 2/3

Over the course of two weeks, campers will dive into character development and improvisation, learning how to turn a story into a performance. JULY 5-16, 1pm-3pm $450 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Grades 4-5

Adventure Theater

If your idea of fun involves magic and swashbuckling mayhem, then this camp is the perfect place for you! Campers will learn performance skills and physical action for the stage. JUNE 28-JULY 9, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Acting in Style

Campers experience several different styles of theater performance, including Shakespeare, and commedia dell’arte. The perfect “buffet” for the hungry young artist. JULY 12-23, 9AM-3PM $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Musical Theater

Campers will have a chance to shine in this excursion into the world of musical theater. Students will present songs and dances from some of their favorite musicals. JULY 26-AUGUST 6, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL
Grades 6-8

Adventure Theater

What does it mean to be a hero? Campers will explore the major themes of adventure stories. As a performer, they will learn to find the reality – and the hilarity – in our favorite expeditions and quests. JUNE 28-JULY 9, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Acting in Style

An actors’ workshop for students who want to experience the joys and challenges of different performance styles. Campers will focus on techniques for modern american drama, and farce. JULY 12-23, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Musical Theater (Grades 6-7 only. Grade 8, see below)

Campers will sharpen their singing, dancing and acting skills as they work together to create an exhilarating performance, focusing on storytelling through music and dance. JULY 26-AUGUST 6, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL

Grades 8-10

Musical Theater (Grades 8-10)

Not for the faint-hearted, this camp will challenge students to create a complete musical production in just two weeks! Previous singing and dancing experience is useful, but not required. JULY 26-AUGUST 6, 9am-3pm $750 FOR TWO WEEKS REGISTRATION FULL


The Scholarship Program

Need-based scholarships are available to students in all of our companies and classes. An application is required.  Please contact the First Stage coordinator for application information.  Email: firststage@mccarter.org or Call: (609) 258-8289.

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