Last Update: 07/22/08

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Connecticut SHARON: Seussical Song & Dance Workshop has just been added to the exciting 2008 Youtheatre roster! Learn the songs and dances from this popular musical, based on the story of “Horton Hears a Who” by Dr. Seuss. Cindi Parisi, who recently choreographed Seussical, along with Music Director John Moran will be leading the charge. Scheduled for the week of August 11–15, from 1pm to 3:30, this workshop can be combined with High School Musical Song & Dance Workshop (10am – 12:30) for a full exciting day! Each workshop costs $150 for the week, or only $250 for both sessions. TriArts Sharon Playhouse, 49 Amenia Rd., Sharon, CT 06069 - www.triarts.net; (860) 364-SHOW(7469) or info@triarts.net Maine GARDINER: Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center announces the newly-created Upstage Youth Company-theatre arts for teens. Youth going into high school and seniors who have just graduated are invited to be part of the premier cast and crew. The program is at Johnson Hall, 280 Water Street Gardiner, the week of July 28 to August 1, 2008, from noon to 4pm. The show developed during the week will be at 6 pm on Friday, August 1.  Young people will work with at least two staff members, including adults and our two college-age interns. Company members will develop theatre pieces out of their own experiences, and learn the arts of the stage-acting, directing, sound and light tech, dance, music, and set design. Since the Upstage Youth Company is new, we will be  developing the program in response to the needs and desires of the first company members-the teens. And we know the company members will be cooperative and interested in learning something new. On Friday, there will be a pizza dinner and then they will present an evening show for parents, friends, and the community.  Johnson Hall received many requests for a teen theatre experience, since the Summer Shenanigans camps are for kids up through middle school only. The Upstage Youth Company will provide a place for the teens to rule the stage, and allow their voices to be heard. Staff members include Kathleen Nation, an experienced director and actor; Yana Suponitskaya, an artist and art teacher; and Iona McCabe, a director and actor who specializes in choreography and music.  Space is limited, so participants should get their applications in early. The company will only be formed if at least 20 teens register. Brochures are available at Johnson Hall, and registration forms can be downloaded from Johnson Hall's website: www.johnsonhall.org.  Call (207) 582-7144 or email johnsonhall@verizon.net  for more information. WESTBROOK: ACTING THE FIGHT (Ages 16+) - August 11th-15th, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  $200. Learn basic empty hand Staged Combat, basic Rapier, Broadsword and staged Martial Arts. We will work and perform scenes from Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, Henry V, Richard III and yes...even some contemporary scenes.  MOVIE STUNTS (Ages 10-15) - August 18th-22nd, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. $175. Learn basic empty hand Staged Combat, basic Rapier and basic Broadsword from former Hollywood Stuntman Mark Bedell (Transformers, Pirates of the Caribbean II). Perform scenes from Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean, basic Jackie Chan style fighting and many movie "tricks of the trade".  PARENT-CHILD STAGED COMBAT (Kids aged 8+, 1 parent per child) - August 23rd, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. $45 (per pair).  This is a great way to spark active physical play between Parent and Child. We give you a SAFE way to allow your child to explore the ACTION side of his or her personality. They are all dare devils, they are all stunt performers around the house. Give that energy focus and guidance, and join in the fun yourself! Learn a modified "play" adaptation of both empty hand and rapier staged combat.  ACTING FOUNDATIONS (Ages 15-19) - Nine Week (once a week) Session, Mondays, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, Starting Sept 8th.  $150.  This is an acting class but uses the physicality of the actor as it's base. This class is taught exclusively by MASC Education Director Jaclyn Bedell. She will use aspects of staged combat, Susuki Training, Dance and other movement disciplines to bring out a deeper understanding of character and motivation. This is a beginner level class, but non beginners will benefit also.  RAPIER & DAGGER (Ages 13+).  Nine Week (twice a week) Session, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Starting Sept 9th.  $180 + $50 equipment fee.  This is among the most difficult weapons styles to learn, but once you get it down... there's nothing like it. The traditional weapons style of ROMEO & JULIET this comes up a lot in theatre. It is also a required weapon for SAFD Actor Combatant Certification.  Contact us anytime for questions or registration.  register@MaineAcademyofStagedCombat.org.  www.Fight-Director.org.  Mark Bedell, Maine Academy of Staged Combat - mark@Fight-Director.org; 207-284-4063; 818-800-1701 Massachusetts WESTON: SPOTLIGHT is a 3 week summer theater workshop where participants will be given instruction and training in the areas of singing, acting, dancing, film/television acting, auditioning, technical theater, and more.  SPOTLIGHT aims to engage today¢s youth in the discovery of theatre¢s many components. In an exciting, non-competitive, fun filled environment, we strive to enrich appreciation for Theater Arts through education, creativity, and passion. Participants will receive theatre arts training both on stage and backstage which foster each individual's talents and aspirations with an emphasis on teamwork and personal growth.  At the end of the session there will be a fully staged musical open to family, friends, and the public!  (Auditions for the musical will be held on the second or third day of the program. EVERYONE will be cast!)  Ages 8-17 - Monday-Friday (9am-4pm) @ St. Julia Parish Center, 374 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493.  Session 2: July 28th - August 15th 2008 -- Musical: High School Musical.  (Performance will be held in the evening on the last day of the session with a possible Saturday morning performance).  Tuition: $699 per session or both sessions for $1199.  (First 10 participants to register will receive 10% off regular price!)  *A $250 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.  To register, for more information, or for questions, please contact spotlight08@yahoo.com New Hampshire NEW!! NASHUA: The All Access V.I.P. Theatre Camp offers an intense and honest 2 week educational program that produces well rounded triple threat performers. The programs focus on vocal technique, dance, acting, and the overall polish needed to be a quality actor, dancer and vocalist. Included in the price of the camp is a professional 8x10 head shot.  HOT JAZZ AND COOL SWING - August 4th-15th (Mon-Fri) 9:00AM-1:00PM.  Wailing music and crazy dancing to the sound of Big Bands, old and new. Students will learn songs from a wide range of music from Cole Porter and Glenn Miller to Brian Setzer and Harry Connick Jr. Styles of dance will include swing, jazz and tap. Students will also develop a monologue to perform and add to their audition repertoire.  The camp will culminate in a performance in the All Access Black Box Theatre on Saturday, August 16th at Noon. Tickets $5.00.  All Access - VIP Theatre Camp - $275. Ages 12-18.  Instructors: Brandon J. Mallard - Acting Bethany Cassidy - Dance Henry Kopczynskie III - Music.  Limited Spots Still Available. SIGN UP TODAY!! Call 603.886.2768 or email at our website www.allaccessnh.com.  The All Access VIP Performance Camp will be held at our studios at 25 Front St., Nashua River Mill, 5th floor, Nashua, NH. All Access Productions also offers personal one-on-one coaching for all ages, in the following areas: Acting, Audition/College Prep, Vocal, Piano, Oboe, Music Composition and Song Writing, Drum, Bass, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Movement and more! Rhode Island Nothing right now.  Please check back. Vermont BURLINGTON: The Flynn Center hosts a program of year-round performing arts classes for adults, young adults, and children. Since its inception, the FlynnArts program has been committed to offering performing arts classes for the whole community, from the curious beginner to the proficient performer. We invite you to explore a new area of interest or develop an existing skill. Our teaching artists have extensive experience both as artists and as educators. All are committed to the FlynnArts mission of fostering the creative spirit in students of all ages and backgrounds, igniting a curiosity about the artistic process, and helping students claim the arts as an integral part of their lives. If you have questions about class selection or placement, we are always happy to help. Please call or email Paulina Anderson at 802-652-4548