Summer Programs

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Program Information as of March 2, 2008. Schedule is subject to change.
All programs take place at the Village Theater unless otherwise noted.

This one-week camp takes on the traditional "Vacation Bible School" theme, and is run in partnership with Living Word Church in Plymouth. Our traditional Drama Camp activities are blended with Christian themes and scripts, and emphasize basic theater concepts, skill development, improvisation and serving the Lord through the Arts. Kids should bring a lunch & beverage each day (no refrigeration or purchasable food available). A short performance for family and friends will take place on the last day.

Ages: 6 – 18 years
Dates: June 16 – 20
Time: 10am – 2pm
Fee: TBD
Registration: Call 734.207.WORD or email Rennie Kaufmann
Location: Living Word Church, 46500 N. Territorial, Plymouth Township, MI 48170

Ultimate Youth Drama Camp

Little Drama Workshop I

This program will introduce tots to the most basic concepts of theater and drama. Stories, characters, imaginative play, and games will introduce basic concepts like character portrayal, simple story telling, and movement. Children MUST BE potty trained and between the ages of 3 - 4 at the time of the camp. Sorry, no exceptions.

Ages: 3 – 4
Dates: June 30 – July 2
Time: 10 – 10:45am
Fee: $35
Registration Code: 00017.104
Location: Village Theater

Little Drama Workshop II

This program will introduce young children to the most basic concepts of acting. Stories, characters, imaginative play, and games will introduce basic concepts like sensory awareness, projection, movement and character development. Children MUST BE between the ages of 5 - 6 at the time of the camp. Sorry, no exceptions. A short performance for family and friends will take place on the last day in the Biltmore Studio at the Village Theater.

Ages: 5 – 6
Dates: June 30 – July 3
Time: 12:30 – 2pm
Fee: $60
Registration Code: 00017.105
Location: Village Theater

Musical Theater Camp: Disney's Sleeping Beauty

Where else would you find people randomly breaking out into song and dance? Only in theater! Come light up the Village Theater as you learn basic musical theater skills: expression through song and dance, proper singing and dancing preparation and techniques, projection and style. Bring a lunch & beverage each day (no refrigeration or purchasable food available). A performance for family and friends will take place on the last day in the Biltmore Studio at the Village Theater.

Ages: 8 – 15
Dates: July 7 – 11
Time: 10am – 3pm
Fee: $160
Registration Code: 00017.106
Location: Village Theater

Advanced Acting: Actor's Intensive

This three-week program will work with advanced students to develop their stage craft. Students will work on scenes, monologues, and movement pieces, discover technical theater, and discuss theatre as art and its place in society. This program is not designed for beginning students. Participants are required to wear black pants/shorts, shirt and shoes that allow for easy movement each day. Performers with long hair will be required to pull it away from their face. Participants must come July 14 ready to present a one-minute monologue of their choice.

A Word About Monologue Selection: Monologues MUST be from a known stage play or musical. Poetry, Sonnets, Self-written Pieces, Disney, Television and Film are not acceptable sources. Students MUST memorize their monologue and bring 2 typed copies with them to class. We also strongly encourage students to read the play/musical from which their monologue comes. As most theater contains adult situations and language, which may be inappropriate for kids, we STRONGLY ADVISE parents to review material with their child. Any piece presented in class must be clean (please edit for language and content).

The following playwrights are recommended. Again, much of theater contains adult situations and content. PARENTS, REVIEW MATERIAL WITH YOUR CHILD.

Arthur Miller, Neil Simon, Tennessee Williams, Edward Albee, Eugene O'Neill, Thornton Wilder, Oscar Wild, George Bernard Shaw, Noel Coward, Tom Stoppard, Anton Chekhov, Henrik Ibsen, Chrisopher Marlowe, William Shakespeare

Ages: 10 – 18
Dates: July 14 – Aug 1
Time: 10am – 3:30pm
Fee: $380
Registration Code: 00017.108
Location: Village Theater

Introduction to Acting & Theater I: Scene Work

Kids, have you seen a few shows and are now itching to be on stage? Wondering what theater is all about? Join us for a week of theater games and simple scene work to launch you into the world of magic, fantasy and storytelling. For your inquisitive parents, we pledge to provide you with proper basics as well (actor's stage craft, projection, characterization and the like). Bring a lunch & beverage each day (no refrigeration or purchasable food available). Kids will present a short performance for family and friends on the last day in the Biltmore Studio at the Village Theater.

Ages: 7 – 12
Dates: Aug 4 – 8
Time: 10am – 2pm
Fee: $140
Registration Code: 00017.109
Location: Village Theater

Introduction to Acting & Theater II: Movement

For kids new to theater who are looking to develop their stage craft, this sequel to Introduction to Acting & Theater I: Scene Work focuses on building the actor's toolbox. Drawing on Spolin's improvisation exercises among others, this program lays the groundwork for developing advanced acting skills. This program will cover full-body acting, sensory awareness, character creation, general stage movement, and will focus solely on the non-verbal skills required for advanced performance work. Bring a lunch & beverage each day (no refrigeration or purchasable food available). A short performance for family and friends will take place on the last day in the Biltmore Studio at the Village Theater.

Ages: 7 – 14
Dates: Aug 11 – 15
Time: 10am – 2pm
Fee: $140
Registration Code: 00017.110
Location: Village Theater

Formerly Summer Stock

Formerly Youth Drama Camp

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Technical Theater I: Shop Basics

Aspiring techies, here's your chance to learn the basics of scenery design, construction and application. Ever After Tech Director Kyle Kaufmann will introduce participants to shop safety, power tools, construction materials, simple structures, and basic finishing techniques. Roll up your sleeves and gear up for a hands-on tech experience!

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Ages: 13 – 18
Dates: July 7 – 11
Time: 10am – 2pm
Fee: $130
Registration Code: 00017.107
Location: Village Theater