Summer Youth Programs

Curtain Call offers two different summer programs for youth: our Summerstock and Summerstock Junior program, which is a full-day, conservatory-style workshop program for ages six thru sixteen, and our Summer Youth Theatre which produces a full-scale musical production each summer featuring performers and technicians grade four thru age twenty-one. Scroll down below our calendar for information on each.

December 2018
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November 25, 2018	November 26, 2018 BROADWAY MELODIES (ages 8-10) BROADWAY MELODIES (ages 8-10) November 26, 2018 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm Broadway Melodies (ages 8 to 10): Instructors: Jonathan Cahr and Ruth Lettera Mondays, 4:30pm to 5:45pm 1/7, 1/14, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11 (Make-up dates in case of weather or emergency cancellations: 3/18, 3/25) No class 1/21 for MLK, Jr. Day or 2/18 for President’s Day. A “triple threat” on Broadway is a performer who can sing, act and move well: music, movement and motivation work together in any musical number to tell the story. Harness these elements and build strong vocal and performance skills as we examine the best of Broadway! Students will learn how to not only sing* a musical number, but explore musical staging, stage directions, how to act a song and most importantly how to blend and work together creatively as an ensemble. Acting games and exercises will also be incorporated into the curriculum. The session will culminate in an informal showcase on the final date. All students must be available for this showcase, which, barring any weather or emergency cancellations is March 11, 2019. (Should any class be cancelled due to weather or emergency, our showcase performance will be pushed to the first available make-up date listed above.) Registration: $275 (10% off all registrations made by December 21, 2018) Click here to register. More about BROADWAY MELODIES (ages 8-10) MAGIC IN THE MOVEMENT (ages 5-7) MAGIC IN THE MOVEMENT (ages 5-7) November 26, 2018 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm Magic in the Movement: an Introduction to Stage Movement and Dance (ages 5-7) Instructor: Savannah Belle Miller Mondays, 4:30pm to 5:45pm 9/24, 10/1, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/19, 11/26 No class 10/8 due to Columbus Day or 11/12 due to Veteran's Day. This class helps young actors get in tune with their bodies and explore storytelling and expression through movement. Students will examine body language, observing how posture, gesture and facial expressions demonstrate character, attitude, intensity and emotion. They’ll learn basic dance and movement skills, strengthen their sense of balance and build confidence in using their bodies. Staged pieces will be choreographed and presented for an invited audience on the final class date, November 26, 2018. Registration: $275* Click here to register for Magic in the Movement (ages 5-7). More about MAGIC IN THE MOVEMENT (ages 5-7) BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: BEGINNERS BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: BEGINNERS November 26, 2018 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Broadway Tap for Adults: Beginners Instructor: Karen Casagrande Mondays, 6:00pm to 7:00pm Remaining Fall 2018 Dates: 11/19, 11/26 Winter 2019 Dates: 1/7, 1/14, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11 (Make-up dates in case of weather or emergency cancellations: 3/18, 3/25) No class 1/21 for MLK, Jr. Day or 2/18 for President’s Day. Designed for actors who are looking to get a “leg up” in dance, this class explores a trademark style featured in so many musicals like Anything Goes 42nd Street, Shuffle Along,* Newsies and TV shows like So You Think You Can Dance. This beginner’s class is designed for students with one year and a half or less tap experience. Registration: $128 for all eight weeks (10% off all registrations made by December 21, 2018) or register at a drop-in rate of $18 per class. Click here to register for all eight weeks. Click here to register on a drop-in basis. More about BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: BEGINNERS BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: CONTINUING BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: CONTINUING November 26, 2018 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Broadway Tap for Adults: Continuing** Instructor: Karen Casagrande Mondays, 7:00pm to 8:00pm Remaining Fall 2018 Dates: 11/19, 11/26 Winter 2019 Dates: 1/7, 1/14, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11 (Make-up dates in case of weather or emergency cancellations: 3/18, 3/25) No class 1/21 for MLK, Jr. Day or 2/18 for President’s Day. Designed for actors who are looking to get a “leg up” in dance, this class explores a trademark style featured in so many musicals like Anything Goes, 42nd Street*, Shuffle Along, Newsies and TV shows like *So You Think You Can Dance. This beginner’s class is designed for students with one year and a half or more tap experience. Registration: $128 for all eight weeks (10% off all registrations made by December 21, 2018) or* register at a drop-in rate of $18 per class. Click here to register for all eight weeks. Click here to register on a drop-in basis. More about BROADWAY TAP FOR ADULTS: CONTINUING	November 27, 2018	November 28, 2018	November 29, 2018	November 30, 2018	December 1, 2018
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Summerstock Full-Day Workshops

(Registration opens January 2, 2019)

Our SUMMERSTOCK (ages 11 to 16) and SUMMERSTOCK JUNIOR (ages 6 to 11) programs are full-day, theatre arts workshops. No previous experience is required and registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Each session culminates in a showcase performance on the final date (see descriptions below for specific dates and times). Each program session is two weeks. There is NO registration for just one week of the program. Students must be available for both weeks of any session and its performance showcase.

The maximum number of students accepted for each two-week session is forty (40). Students are grouped according to their date of birth and will rotate throughout the day in these age-appropriate groups between experienced teaching artists for specialized instruction. Our staff consists of three (3), specialized instructors, our program director, a program assistant and three (3) to six (6) classroom assistants.

Students should bring a lunch each day. Refrigerators and microwave ovens are available for use at the theatre complex. There is no food service or transportation provided. We also have access to the playground on the Sterling Farms Complex for outdoor activities.

Drop-off begins a half hour before the start of the program. Earlier drop-offs may be discussed and arranged with our Education Director. (Contact brian@curtaincallinc.com or 203-329-8207 x16.)

Discounts are available for siblings (10% off for each additional child). Scholarships and payment plans are also available for families in need. (See the sidebar to your right for scholarship application requirements or call 203-329-8207 x16.)

Please inform us of any allergies, special needs, conditions or medications.

There are four, separate Summerstock program sessions:

SUMMERSTOCK CREATIVE THEATRE FOR AGES 11-16

June 24 to July 3, 2019; Monday to Fridays, 9:30am to 4:30pm.

Through rotating study in Improv, Shakespeare and Modern Acting in age-appropriate groups (5^th and 6^th grade, 7^th and 8^th grade, high school), students will tap into their own creativity to assemble a showcase performance on the final date drawing upon the instincts, teamwork and timing built in Improv, the technique and discipline developed in Modern Acting and the power tapped through Shakespeare’s language. The session culminates in a showcase performance on the final date at 7:00pm.

Registration is $725 ($653 for each additional sibling after the first child).

SUMMERSTOCK MUSICAL THEATRE FOR AGES 11-16

July 8 to 19, 2019; Monday to Fridays, 9:30am to 4:30pm.

This fun and focused, full-day workshop will sharpen skills in singing, acting and dance. In age-appropriate groups (5^th and 6^th grade, 7^th and 8^th grade, high school), students will rotate between these three subjects and be introduced to various musicals that share a common theme. The session also includes a day that focuses entirely on audition preparation. The session culminates in a showcase performance on the final date at 7:00pm.

Registration: $800 ($720 for each additional sibling after the first child).

SUMMERSTOCK JUNIOR FOR AGES 6-11 (two, separate, two-week sessions)

Session One: July 22 to August 2, 2019; Monday to Fridays, 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Session Two: August 5 to 16, 2019; Monday to Fridays, 10:00am to 3:00pm.

Summerstock Junior provides a strong foundation in acting and performance for ages six to eleven by offering a balance of script acting, improv and musical theatre. The day will include warm-up games, exercises and activities that involve all students and other periods where students will receive specialized instruction in age-appropriate groups (ages six to eight and ages nine to eleven). Students will present a showcase of their work on the final day of each session at 3:00pm. They will also work on special arts and crafts projects relating to their showcase performance.

Registration for each session is $750 ($675 for each additional sibling after the first child).

For more information, call 203-329-8207 x16 or email brian@curtaincallinc.com.

A few images from past Summerstock and Summerstock Junior programs:

Curtain Call’s Summer Youth Theatre (SYT)

For over twenty-five years, Curtain Call’s Summer Youth Theatre has provided creative outlets for youth both on stage and behind the scenes. Rehearsals are typically held Monday to Thursday evenings from 6:30pm to 9:30pm (with some weekends) beginning mid-June while crew work on sets, costumes, lights, etc. takes place Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Performances are typically the first two weeks in August. Overall, our Summer Youth Theatre provides nearly 100 hours of creative enrichment and interaction for youth with common interests under the guidance of a team of area professionals.

Participation fee for cast and crew is $50. (Each additional sibling receives $25 off.)

(PLEASE NOTE: Curtain Call’s Summer Youth Theatre is its own, individual program and NOT part of Curtain Call’s Summerstock and Summerstock Junior workshop programs.)

Our Summer Youth Theatre is proud to announce its 29th production:

AUDITIONS AND CREW SIGN-UP:

Thursday, May 30 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm (entering 9th grade to age 21)

Saturday, June 1 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm (entering 4th grade to 8th grade)

Auditioning performers must prepare 32 bars (or one verse and chorus) of song and must bring sheet music (in the correct key in which you’ll be singing) for said song for our accompanist. A dance combination will also be taught. Please bring appropriate shoes to dance in (NO flip-flops, sandals, open-toed shoes or Heelys).

PERFORMANCES: August 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30pm and August 4 and 10 at 2:00pm. August 4 and 7 at 7:30pm are ON HOLD for possible performances.

All cast and running crew must be available for ALL performances.

FIRST COMPANY MEETING AND AD CANVASS DAY: June 15, 2019 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

A mandatory meeting for cast, crew and parents will begin at 10:00am in Curtain Call’s Dressing Room Theatre to kick off the summer’s production, review the commitment for the summer with our production team, discuss volunteer opportunities for parents and answer any questions.
At 11:00am, the cast and crew will be divided into teams and assigned to volunteer drivers to canvass local businesses for advertising in our playbill. Playbill advertising helps defer much of our production costs and ALL CAST, CREW AND PARENTS MUST HELP SELL ADVERTISING AND BOOSTERS IN OUR PLAYBILL.
Parent volunteer drivers will be needed for our ad canvassing.
Our ad canvassing teams will return to the Dressing Room Theatre by 1:30pm for a pizza lunch where cast members will receive their scripts and vocal books.

REHEARSALS:

Rehearsals will take place at our Sterling Farms Theatre Complex Monday to Thursday evenings from 6:30-9:30pm with some weekends (either Saturday or Sunday during the day) possible. The start of rehearsals for our 2019 production is to be determined. Not every cast member may be called for every rehearsal. ALL CAST MUST ATTEND ALL TECH AND DRESS REHEARSALS, AND PERFORMANCES – NO EXCEPTIONS.

CREW WORK:

Work days are scheduled for Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm in our scene shop and/or on the Kweskin Theatre stage. The starting date for crew work on our 2019 production is to be determined. Anyone signed up for running crew (during performances) must be available to observe rehearsal and start learning the show the week prior to tech weekend. ALL RUNNING CREW MUST ATTEND ALL TECH AND DRESS REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES – NO EXCEPTIONS.