Contact Lindsey at 603.433.4793 ext. 125 or email lnelson@seacoastrep.org for more information or to register!
ALL APPRENTICE STAGE 2010 SESSIONS ARE FULLY BOOKED!
Open to ages 7 – 16, the Rep's Apprentice Stage is designed to introduce, identify and strengthen each participant's performance skills, self-confidence and creativity. Using song, dance, improvisation, theatre games and scene study performers have the opportunity of hands-on training in live theatre production, including costumes, props, sets, make-up and performance. Each 2 week session culminates in a fully-staged performance open to the public. Walk to Prescott Park every day to enjoy lunch (weather permitting) as well as play games outside in the sun!
Monday – Friday 9:00am–4:00pm (dates reflect Sat. & Sun. performances)
SESSION 1 (FULLY BOOKED!): 45 Minutes From Broadway June 28–July 11 $385/camper
"Let's do a musical!" is the cry from the members of the school drama club. The problem is, which one? This common dilemma is solved by the appearance of an old theatrical trunk filled with the memorabilia of early show business days, such as some George M. Cohan props: his derby straw hat and cane and a script of 45 Minutes from Broadway. Miss Templeton, the teacher, and Jason, the student director, guide the cast through the auditions and casting and presentation of the old Cohan musical. This is an example of a show within a show, complete with such rousing George M. Cohan numbers as "I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy," "Give My Regards to Broadway" and "You're a Grand Old Flag."
SESSION 2 (FULLY BOOKED!): The Ever After – The Musical July 12–July 25 $385/camper
Is Ever After really as happy as everyone expected? In a hilarious parody of daytime TV, the host wonders if time truly heals all wounds. She invites Cinderella and her middle-aged “beauty-impaired” stepsisters to reconcile with each other after being estranged for 20 years. What about Snow White and the Evil Queen? This hysterical fractured fairy tale has it all: a trash-talking clairvoyant mirror, an unfortunate prince who is turning slowly back into a frog and even Jiminy Cricket—now an occupational therapist and author of the book “My Life as Your Conscience”. The musical is punctuated by questions from obnoxious studio audience members and ridiculously funny infomercials for fairy tale related products, such as the Practical Princess Crown (which doubles as a purse and makeup case). Get ready for some knee-slapping and hand-clapping with great foot-tapping songs!
SESSION 3 (FULLY BOOKED!): Robin Hood July 26–August 8 $385/camper
Robin Hood is the outlaw of Sherwood Forest leading a merry life with his followers. Anyone needing a place to live or food to eat is welcome in the greenwood. Impoverished citizens led by Robin are waging a battle against the evil Prince John. He has taken the place of King Richard the Lion-Hearted, who has gone on a crusade. Lady Merle of Cornwall, however, hopes to make John more acceptable to the people of England by forcing Maid Marian, Robin's childhood sweetheart, to marry the Prince. It's up to Robin to stop the marriage, defeat a nasty sheriff and secure Nottingham for the King's return.
Sample Daily Schedule:
*subject to change
9:00-10:00 Warm-ups and Morning Activities
10:00–11:00 Rehearsal
11–11:15 Snack Break
11:15–12:30 Workshops
12:30–1:30 Lunch
1:30-2:00 Relaxation
2:00–3:45 Music & Choreography
3:45–4:00 Closing Activities
Apprentice I (Ages 7 - 11) is for the younger and/or novice performer who wants to learn more about dancing, acting, improvisation and more! Apprentice I campers will be cast in the production and participate in the rehearsing and producing of a fully-stage musical!
Apprentice II (Ages 12 - 16) is the older and/or more experienced performer who will participate in activities with Apprentice I as well as specialized daily workshops apart from Apprentice II groups. These workshops may include: stage make-up, dance, improvisation, scene-study, clowning, juggling, audition techniques and more! All Apprentice II campers will be cast in the show.
Erin Kelly (Apprentice Stage Camp Director) is thrilled to be returning to camp this summer! She is currently a sophomore at the University of New Hampshire, working towards her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, with concentrations in Secondary Education and Musical Theatre. She first started attending day camp at The Rep in 2000 as a camper, has been a counselor for the past several years, and has loved every second of it. She was also a counselor at PAPA camp in ‘08 and ‘09. Most recently, Erin appeared on the Rep’s stage in the youth productions of Honk, Seussical, and Godspell. She has also been involved in several UNH productions both performing and backstage. Theatre has truly shaped her life in wonderful ways, and she looks forward to again sharing this passion with the campers!
