Registration is NOW OPEN! Details can be found in the program description below. Please scroll down and read.
Register for BOTH our Creative and Musical Theatre Sessions for Grades 6 to 12, or BOTH Sessions of Summerstock Junior for Grades K to 5, and save $200 (discount expires after the start date of the 1st session of the package)!
Curtain Call’s Summerstock and Summerstock Junior are full-day, conservatory-style workshop programs in dramatic and musical theatre arts. Students hone creative, collaborative and social skills as well as performance skills. Each session runs two weeks and accommodates a maximum of 40 students. Those students are then placed in age-appropriate groups (according to what grade they are entering in the fall) for a rotating schedule of study in a variety of performance subjects under a team of specialized instructors. For example:
Monday |
Group A |
Group B |
Group C |
Class 1 |
Voice |
Acting |
Dance |
Class 2 |
Dance |
Voice |
Acting |
Class 3 |
Acting |
Dance |
Voice |
(See the session descriptions below for what specific areas of study each session explores).
All skill levels are welcome. No experience is required. Class work is highlighted in a student showcase at the end of each session. (Which means, we do NOT put on a full production. Instead, our showcases consist of scenes, vignettes, and musical numbers that students have been developing in their classes. This allows for flexibility in content, and balance of stage time for our students.) Each day begins with full-group warm-ups, theatre games, and exercises. A lunch and snack break will be part of the daily schedule. Lunch will normally take place on the playground and picnic area of the Sterling Farms property, weather permitting, or in our Dressing Room Theatre where tables are available for seating. Students should bring their own lunch and snacks in a bag or lunch box, as well as a water bottle, clearly labeled with their name. Please avoid packing any nut-related items as a number of students (and sometimes staff) often suffer from nut-related allergies.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE WITH PARENTS WILL TAKE PLACE BY EMAIL. Once you have registered, you will receive an automated confirmation from our online system. Further information and any necessary forms (waivers, photo releases and emergency/medical forms) will be sent via email at least two weeks prior to the start of the session (if not sooner). If you do have questions in the meantime, please contact Education Director Brian Bianco at brian@curtaincallinc.com or 203-329-8207 (x700).
Sibling Discounts and Payment Plan Options are available. Scholarships are available for students in need. Details on how to apply as well as information on our staff’s backgrounds can be found in the sidebar to the right if you are on your computer or tablet (or to the bottom if you are on your phone).
Drop-offs are no earlier than 30 minutes prior to the program start, and pick up is no later than 30 minutes after the program ends. Because we are a fully-operational theatre company and not a “summer camp,” our staff has multiple duties and tasks to attend to regarding preparation and safety for our program prior to the day’s start as well as at the end of the day, preparing for evening activities, and are not available to supervise students for extended hours.
While our stages, lobbies, restrooms, dressing rooms, and our studio in our Main Office all have handicap access, the studios and dressing rooms on the upper level of the Kweskin and Dressing Room Theatres have stairs only – no elevators.
For more information, email brian@curtaincallinc.com or call 203-329-8207 (x700).
Summerstock Creative Theatre: Grade 6 to 12
This program offers a rotation of study in Improv (or unscripted theatre), Acting and Script/Scene Writing. Students must be entering grades 6 thru 12 in the 2024/2025 school year.
Workshop Dates: 6/24, 6/25, 6/26, 6/27, 6/28, 7/1, 7/2, 7/3
Workshop Times: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Showcase Performance: Wednesday, July 3 at 7:00pm
Registration: $775 (Register for both Creative and Musical and save $200.)
Click here to register for Summerstock Creative Theatre ONLY.
Click here to register for Summerstock Creative AND Musical Theatre together.
Summerstock Musical Theatre: Grade 6 to 12
This two-week program offers a rotation of study in Acting, Voice and Dance for Musical Theatre Performance and will also include lessons in audition preparation. Students must be entering grades 6 thru 12 in the 2024/2025 school year.
Workshop Dates: 7/8, 7/9, 7/10, 7/11, 7/12, 7/15, 7/16, 7/17, 7/18, 7/19
Workshop Times: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Showcase Performance: Friday, July 19 at 7:00pm
Registration: $825 (Register for both Creative and Musical and save $200!)
Click here to register for Summerstock Musical Theatre ONLY.
Click here to register for BOTH Summerstock Creative AND Musical Theatre together.
Summerstock Junior: Grade K to 5
There are two-separate, two-week sessions of Summerstock Junior. They are not linked nor is one a continuation of the other. Students are welcome to sign up for either or both two-week sessions.
These two-week programs offer a rotation of study in Improv, Acting, Singing and Dance/Movement. Students must be entering grades K to 5 in the 2024/2025 school year.
Registration: $775 (Per session. Register for both Sessions One and Two and save $200.)
Summerstock Junior One:
Workshop Dates: 7/22, 7/23, 7/24, 7/25, 7/26, 7/29, 7/30, 7/31, 8/1, 8/2
Workshop Times: Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Showcase Performance: Friday, August 2 at 3:00pm
Click here to register for Summerstock Junior: Session One ONLY.
Summerstock Junior Two:
Workshop Dates: 8/5, 8/6, 8/7, 8/8, 8/9, 8/12, 8/13, 8/14, 8/15, 8/16
Workshop Times: Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Showcase Performance: Friday, August 16 at 3:00pm
Click here to register for Summerstock Junior: Session Two ONLY.
Click here to register for BOTH Summerstock Junior: Sessions One AND Two together.
Enjoy some highlights from our 2021 Summerstock and Summerstock Junior Workshops:
“Opening Up” from the musical, Waitress
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June 1, 2021
Teen’s Monologue Workshop Grade 9 to 12 (ONLINE)
June 1, 2021 –
Teen’s Monologue Workshop Grade 9 to 12 (ONLINE)
This class is no longer available.
Instructor: James Feuer
Tuesdays, 4:30pm to 6:00pm
4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1
Learn how to analyze text to find character objectives, obstacles and tactics, beats that define a shift in energy, intensity or tactic, and how to determine the pace and rhythm set by the playwright. Students will develop characters through physical and internal exercises while also building stage speaking skills to achieve strong diction, emotional emphasis, clarity and vocal projection. They will examine and develop monologues that they can use for auditions and drama competitions or just to sharpen their technique and creativity. Students are welcome to bring in a piece of text they’d like to work on if they have something already in mind. Classes will meet using Zoom. Class materials and recordings of student work will be posted through a Google Classroom.
Registration: $275
Off the Cuff: Adult Improv (ONLINE)
June 1, 2021 –
Off the Cuff: Adult Improv (ONLINE)
This class is no longer available.
Instructor: Tony Republicano
ONLINE: Tuesdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1
Improv is unscripted, allowing artists to draw from their own instincts, shed their inhibitions, build personal ease and confidence onstage, and develop trust among fellow performers. These skills also apply to social, interview, audition and business situations. In this eight-week class, you’ll develop creative reflexes through a series of theatre games, impromptu scenarios, and character and team-building exercises. Our online class will take place via Zoom.
Registration: $275
June 2, 2021
June 3, 2021
June 4, 2021
June 5, 2021
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)
June 5, 2021 –
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)
This class is no longer available.
Instructor: Tony Republicano
Saturdays, 10:00am to 11:15am
4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12
(No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.)
This no-pressure class environment allows students to explore a variety pack of acting tools and techniques for budding young talents including improv, character creation, monologues, scenes, sketches, on-camera scenes and commercials. Build confidence, presentation, social and public speaking skills. Highlights of the students’ work will be recorded and made available to families for viewing through a Google Classroom Drive.
Registration: $275
Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)
June 5, 2021 –
Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)
Instructor: James Feuer
Saturdays: 11:00am to 12:30pm
4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12
(No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.)
Learn how to use your voice to affect listeners in a deeply emotional way. Drawing from the teachings of Fitzmaurice, Linklater, Knight-Thompson, Barrantes and London's Jilly Bond, you’ll learn how to feel comfortable and confident in your vocal performance, how to keep a listening audience engaged, and hone and sharpen technique in speech, diction, relaxation and breath work. Vocal warmup exercises will be used to build vocal range and dexterity. The class will address accents, bad speech habits, and lack of breathing technique. We will practice with actual commercial scripts and learn how to edit your own demo tape for an exciting career in voiceovers! (For this class, you will need an independent microphone - separate from your computer. Here are links to some inexpensive models: Lavalier Lapel Omnidirectional Microphone and Recording Microphone with Stand.)
Registration: $250
Click here to register for Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults Online.
June 6, 2021
June 7, 2021
June 8, 2021
June 9, 2021
June 10, 2021
June 11, 2021
June 12, 2021
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)
June 12, 2021 –
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)
This class is no longer available.
Instructor: Tony Republicano
Saturdays, 10:00am to 11:15am
4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12
(No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.)
This no-pressure class environment allows students to explore a variety pack of acting tools and techniques for budding young talents including improv, character creation, monologues, scenes, sketches, on-camera scenes and commercials. Build confidence, presentation, social and public speaking skills. Highlights of the students’ work will be recorded and made available to families for viewing through a Google Classroom Drive.
Registration: $275
Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)
June 12, 2021 –
Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)
Instructor: James Feuer
Saturdays: 11:00am to 12:30pm
4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12
(No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.)
Learn how to use your voice to affect listeners in a deeply emotional way. Drawing from the teachings of Fitzmaurice, Linklater, Knight-Thompson, Barrantes and London's Jilly Bond, you’ll learn how to feel comfortable and confident in your vocal performance, how to keep a listening audience engaged, and hone and sharpen technique in speech, diction, relaxation and breath work. Vocal warmup exercises will be used to build vocal range and dexterity. The class will address accents, bad speech habits, and lack of breathing technique. We will practice with actual commercial scripts and learn how to edit your own demo tape for an exciting career in voiceovers! (For this class, you will need an independent microphone - separate from your computer. Here are links to some inexpensive models: Lavalier Lapel Omnidirectional Microphone and Recording Microphone with Stand.)
Registration: $250
Click here to register for Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults Online.
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June 1, 2021
Teen’s Monologue Workshop Grade 9 to 12 (ONLINE)June 1, 2021 – Teen’s Monologue Workshop Grade 9 to 12 (ONLINE) This class is no longer available.Instructor: James Feuer Tuesdays, 4:30pm to 6:00pm 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1 Learn how to analyze text to find character objectives, obstacles and tactics, beats that define a shift in energy, intensity or tactic, and how to determine the pace and rhythm set by the playwright. Students will develop characters through physical and internal exercises while also building stage speaking skills to achieve strong diction, emotional emphasis, clarity and vocal projection. They will examine and develop monologues that they can use for auditions and drama competitions or just to sharpen their technique and creativity. Students are welcome to bring in a piece of text they’d like to work on if they have something already in mind. Classes will meet using Zoom. Class materials and recordings of student work will be posted through a Google Classroom. Registration: $275 Off the Cuff: Adult Improv (ONLINE)June 1, 2021 – Off the Cuff: Adult Improv (ONLINE) This class is no longer available.Instructor: Tony Republicano ONLINE: Tuesdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/1 Improv is unscripted, allowing artists to draw from their own instincts, shed their inhibitions, build personal ease and confidence onstage, and develop trust among fellow performers. These skills also apply to social, interview, audition and business situations. In this eight-week class, you’ll develop creative reflexes through a series of theatre games, impromptu scenarios, and character and team-building exercises. Our online class will take place via Zoom. Registration: $275 |
June 2, 2021 | June 3, 2021 | June 4, 2021 |
June 5, 2021
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)June 5, 2021 – Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON) This class is no longer available.Instructor: Tony Republicano Saturdays, 10:00am to 11:15am 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12 (No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.) This no-pressure class environment allows students to explore a variety pack of acting tools and techniques for budding young talents including improv, character creation, monologues, scenes, sketches, on-camera scenes and commercials. Build confidence, presentation, social and public speaking skills. Highlights of the students’ work will be recorded and made available to families for viewing through a Google Classroom Drive. Registration: $275 Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)June 5, 2021 – Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE) Instructor: James Feuer Saturdays: 11:00am to 12:30pm 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12 (No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.) Learn how to use your voice to affect listeners in a deeply emotional way. Drawing from the teachings of Fitzmaurice, Linklater, Knight-Thompson, Barrantes and London's Jilly Bond, you’ll learn how to feel comfortable and confident in your vocal performance, how to keep a listening audience engaged, and hone and sharpen technique in speech, diction, relaxation and breath work. Vocal warmup exercises will be used to build vocal range and dexterity. The class will address accents, bad speech habits, and lack of breathing technique. We will practice with actual commercial scripts and learn how to edit your own demo tape for an exciting career in voiceovers! (For this class, you will need an independent microphone - separate from your computer. Here are links to some inexpensive models: Lavalier Lapel Omnidirectional Microphone and Recording Microphone with Stand.) Registration: $250 Click here to register for Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults Online. |
June 6, 2021 | June 7, 2021 | June 8, 2021 | June 9, 2021 | June 10, 2021 | June 11, 2021 |
June 12, 2021
Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON)June 12, 2021 – Budding Actor’s Workshop Grade K to 2 (IN-PERSON) This class is no longer available.Instructor: Tony Republicano Saturdays, 10:00am to 11:15am 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12 (No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.) This no-pressure class environment allows students to explore a variety pack of acting tools and techniques for budding young talents including improv, character creation, monologues, scenes, sketches, on-camera scenes and commercials. Build confidence, presentation, social and public speaking skills. Highlights of the students’ work will be recorded and made available to families for viewing through a Google Classroom Drive. Registration: $275 Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE)June 12, 2021 – Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults (ONLINE) Instructor: James Feuer Saturdays: 11:00am to 12:30pm 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12 (No class 5/29 for Memorial Day Weekend.) Learn how to use your voice to affect listeners in a deeply emotional way. Drawing from the teachings of Fitzmaurice, Linklater, Knight-Thompson, Barrantes and London's Jilly Bond, you’ll learn how to feel comfortable and confident in your vocal performance, how to keep a listening audience engaged, and hone and sharpen technique in speech, diction, relaxation and breath work. Vocal warmup exercises will be used to build vocal range and dexterity. The class will address accents, bad speech habits, and lack of breathing technique. We will practice with actual commercial scripts and learn how to edit your own demo tape for an exciting career in voiceovers! (For this class, you will need an independent microphone - separate from your computer. Here are links to some inexpensive models: Lavalier Lapel Omnidirectional Microphone and Recording Microphone with Stand.) Registration: $250 Click here to register for Voice Over and Stage Speaking Study for Adults Online. |
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