Dreamcatcher’s Summer Theatre Conservatory is a four-week theatre camp in Summit, NJ. 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 Calvary Church in Summit. 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 (July 8–12) 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 15–19) 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 22–August 2) 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 August 2. During these weeks 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.”

Faculty

Location

The Summer Theatre Conservatory takes place in the Parish House on the bucolic campus of Calvary Episcopal Church. The church is located adjacent to the downtown shops, cafes and services of Summit, NJ.

Convenient to local highways, Calvary Church is just 1 mile from route 24, 2 miles from JFK Parkway, and 3.5 miles from I-78.    Directions

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. The entire program typically sells 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 908-514-9654.

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