Summer Programs 2012
(none endorsed by FCPS unless *)

SUMMER PROGRAMS

• At Robinson Secondary School, there are several different camps. Info & Registration at www.RobinsonDrama.org
• Curtain Call - Half day, one week drama camps (K-8) June 27-July 29 9a-12 & 1-4p
• Fun in the Theatre - Drama day care (gr1-6 . 9a-4p) June 27-July 29 9a-12 & 1-4p
• Stage Door - Create a theatre piece (MS students) - July 5-15 9:30-3:30
• Ovation! Full stage HS production (MS/HS students) 6/27- 7/23
• Intro to Musical Theatre - gr.7-12 7/25-29
• Audition Boot Camp gr.7-8   7/25-29 3-5p

• Westfield HS
  Young Actors Workshop
  Production of musical, "Chicago"
  
  
• West Potomac HS will be having their first summer camp.  They will be staging a production of Grease. 
  Auditions are June 9 and performances start July 9.  For more information, you can contact the Drama teacher there, Mr. Clark, at plclark@fcps.edu..

• *IFTA – Institute for the Arts - http://www.fcps.edu/is/finearts/ifta.shtml.  This is an FCPS sponsored summer institute that I taught at the last three years.  I will not be there this summer but would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

• Herndon High School's The Grand is Back! with Lionel Bart’s "Oliver" to be performed by a cast of students from rising 5th – 2012 high school graduates.
  www.herndondrama.org
  MAY 12th, 2012 AUDITION DATE! May 5th Audition Workshop!
  Call Zoë Dillard: 703-810-2341 for information or online: www.herndondrama.org
  Commitment to accept a role in Oliver! and submit payment is due after auditions and casting.  Please drop payment off at HHS Drama room 175 (entrance #7) or mail a check for $300 to:
  Herndon Drama Boostersc/o Herndon High School, 700 Bennett Street, Herndon, VA  20170. Payment of $300 includes a show t-shirt, 2 tickets to one performance of Oliver, and all rehearsals/instruction M-F  July 2-30th, 2012 from 10a.m.-3p.m.

• Alliance Theatre is community theatre group that is doing Legally Blonde this summer.  http://www.thealliancetheatre.org/

• Episcopal High School has opportunities for young students to pursue their interests in the arts.  Check out their“ChoralJazz2012”

• Camp Arena Stage has summer camp programs: http://www.arenastage.org/education/camp-arena-stage/

• The Shakespeare Company camp at the Masonic Temple (and other locations) has summer camps as well:
  http://www.shakespearetheatre.org/education/training/camp_shakespeare/age_groups.aspx

• The City of Fairfax Theatre Company presents 5 weeks of summer camp at Lanier Middle School, broken into sessions.  Session 1 is 1 week, Session 2 is 2 weeks (no camp on July 4), and Session 3 is 2 weeks.  Each Session culminates in a camper-written-and-developed performance that showcases their skills in the 4 areas of study: Acting, Dance, Music, and Crafts.  Enrollment is through Fairfax City Parks and Rec: www.fairfaxcitytheatre.org

• Internships-2012 MWP with information about: This summer MWP is providing a great opportunity for high schoolers, college students, and young professionals interested in theatre production and administration in Northern Virginia. Would you please share the attached flyer or info below with any candidates you may think are interested?
  Moonlit Wings Productions is celebrating it's 5th year as Northern Virginia's Celebrated Theatre and producing 8 musicals this summer, including new works via New York City collaborations, and we are currently seeking students and young professionals interested in joining the creative or administrative team. We have two programs, "Jr Directors" targeted for teens ages 15-18 and "Aspiring Artists" targeted for college students and young professionals in the industry above age 18. Applicants can specify their field(s) of interest, including directing, choreography, music, stage management, tech (set, lights, props, costumes), or producing. Chosen candidates will have the opportunity to work as an assistant or intern with professional DC/NYC directors, choreographers, stage managers, and technical directors on at least one of eight shows and receive hands-on training, networking, and connections. Applicants may apply for the entire season, or for select productions (2-week period commitments per production). Academic Credit can be arranged with our internship programs for college applicants. Applications are continually accepted beginning April 16, 2012 and positions are filled based on a first come, first serve fit. Applicants should email a statement of interest and resume to info@moonlitwings.org.
• Learn more about us at www.moonlitwings.org.
  Please feel free to contact Susan Cobb, Key Middle School, at SECobb@fcps.edu with any questions.
  
  Judy Bowns
  Theatre Arts and Dance Specialist
  Fairfax County Public Schools
  Fairfax Ridge - 3041
  3877 Fairfax Ridge Road
  Fairfax, VA 22030
  571.423.4544 - O  *  571.423.4537 -Fax  *571.247.2803 - M
  Fine and Performing Arts...where every child discovers value, vision, and voice.

Traveling Players

Programs for rising 6th to 12th graders

• Small ensemble size (13 to 15 max)
• A faculty-to-camper ratio of 1:4
• Weekly campouts to teach outdoor skills
• A low ropes course to build ensemble
• Performance tours from 3 days to 2 weeks
• Tour locations include Shenandoah National Park, Douthat State Park and Colonial Williamsburg
• A daily Transportation System that runs throughout the DC Metro area
  Scholarships are available for all programs

FCAC - cable channel 10 Summer Camps

1 week Radio and 2 weeks of Television Summer camps which will certify them as TV & Radio producers

Director of Training  Meena Gupta

mgupta@fcac.org 571-749-1116/1102  www.fcac.org

Walnut Hill Summer Theater
Now in its 34th year, Walnut Hill Summer Theater's unique combination of classes and six productions in five weeks will give your students the opportunity to grow as actors, singers, dancers, and people.

12 Highland Street , Natick, MA 01760 508-650-5020

STARSHINE THEATERTM  is enrolling student actors for its 17th annual Summer production.

This July, the student Cast presents the original musical drama, "Hang-Gliding Through the Sky of Mind ~ The Life of Leonardo daVinci."   The show is accepting teen "Actor-Mentor" applicants for those entering grades 8 thru College; these rehearsal assistants also receive a character role in the production.  The script has been designed to include an excellent speaking character role for every participating student, ages 7 thru 19 years, plus singing and dance/action leads for those interested.   Additional Dance Intensive for ages 9 and up also available with Theresa D'Alessandro.  Play rehearses July 12 thru 23 at the School of Theatrical Dance in Great Falls, and performs at The Great Falls Grange Theater on Saturday, July 24.  Info: Patricia Budwig, M.A.,  Play Director, 703.790.9050 or StarshineTheater@aol.com