Dreamcatcher’s Summer Theatre Conservatory is a four-week theatre camp in South Orange. In classes taught by theatre professionals kids learn different skills each week and have multiple performance opportunities.

The STC is an enjoyable way for students aged 10 to 17 to explore their interest in the performing arts during their summer vacation. Professionals in their field teach all classes, and students receive individual attention, constructive feedback, and the support needed to achieve their personal goals. Participants can tailor the program to suit their preferences, attending the conservatory for one, two, three or all four weeks.

At Dreamcatcher’s Summer Theatre Conservatory, we believe in having fun while developing real skills under the guidance of professionals. Emphasis is placed on individual attention, constructive feedback, and the achievement of personal goals.

Classes

Classes are held Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm at Dreamcatcher’s home at the Baird Center, 5 Mead Street in South Orange.  Last year’s conservatory included classes in Acting Technique, Improv Comedy, Stage Combat, Voice, Theatre Dance, and Shakespeare, among other topics.

Week 1, ACTORS’ WORKSHOP (June 29 – July 6) provides a strong foundation for any of the following sessions, focusing on the building blocks of acting: vocal and physical preparation, acting technique, and scene study.

Week 2, MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP (July 9 – 13) will include classes in acting technique as well as in musical theatre dance and singing, with the opportunity to combine all of the skills each day.

Weeks 3 & 4, DREAMCATCHER JUNIOR – Create & perform a show (July 16 – 20 & 23 – 27) is a two-week journey in which students create a show from scratch with their instructors, rehearse it, and present it to the public on July 29. During the program students will develop their skills and creative talents as an ensemble under the guidance of a professional director.

Students from last summer’s camp commented: “I loved every part of this week,” and “My experience was really great because I was treated like a professional.”

Tuition

The program costs $275 per week, with discounts for multiple weeks, as follows:

Admission is on a first come, first served basis until the program is filled or until the deadline of June 1. Last year’s theatre camp sold out by May. Limited scholarships are available (contact info below).

For more information on the Summer Theatre Conservatory, send an e-mail to info@dreamcatcherrep.org or call Dreamcatcher’s business office at 973-378-7754, ext. 2228.

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