Monday, April 16, 2012

Summer Programs- Rubicon Theatre Company, Ventura


Rubicon Theatre Company's Summer Programs

Rubicon offers highly acclaimed summer youth performance workshops for ages 5-22. These nurturing education programs offer a training ground essential for a life in professional theatre. Students work on fully produced productions under the guidance of award-winning theatre directors, actors and technicians encouraging them to take creative risks that build confidence, performance skills, discipline and maturity. These programs are a must for any aspiring young performer.

Stinky Feet Theatre Workshop
Ages: 5-7   Tuition: $300    Time: 10 am - noon
Ages: 8-10 Tuition: $350    Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Program Dates: July 9 - 21
Days of the Week: Monday through Friday (with performance on final Saturday)
Production: The final performance is an original production imagined by the students themselves and inspired by great works of children's literature. 
Performance: July 21, 2012 at 1 pm on the Rubicon Stage
Director: Patti Strickland
This exciting two-week camp offers young children the opportunity to express their creativity through theatre games, improvisation, character development, clown work, mask work, movement, storytelling and performance. The Stinky Feet Theatre Workshop is a nurturing environment where participants are encouraged to expand their comfort zone as they help create, rehearse and perform their own play for family and friends. Performance material may include singing and dancing as well as dramatic story-telling. Each student is given a chance to shine in performance and are cast in roles that are suited to their talent, experience and ability. Perfect for both the fledgling 'star' in your family, or the introvert just finding their voice.
 
 Register Online! Visit: http://rubicontheatre.org/Page.aspx?pid=383
 The deadline to apply for a scholarship is May28, 2012 (Limited available).
Theatre Camp
Ages: 11-14
Acceptance is by Audition Only
Tuition: $650
Program Dates: June 18 - July 15
Days of the Week: Monday - Friday
Time: 10a-5p / Lunch 1p-2p
Production: Captain Louie
Performances: July 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15
Director: TBD
Theatre Camp offers students the chance to safely expand their comfort zone by exposing them to the fundamentals of acting, singing and dancing. Perfect for students new to the stage or those looking for a challenge, this workshop encourages risk-taking and growth with nurturing and professional guidance. Focused theatre games and improvisation exercises are used to enhance Individual creative expression, positive self-image and team work. This summer's camp culminates with a final presentation and is presented on the Rubicon stage with public performances.

Audition Dates: April 21 from 11am-6pm and April 22 from 2pm -8pm
Request Audition Appointment!Visit: http://rubicontheatre.org/Page.aspx?pid=383
 The deadline to apply for a scholarship is May 28, 2012 (Limited available).    

Fearless Shakespeare
Ages: 14-22
Acceptance is by Audition Only
Tuition: $750 
Program Dates:  June 25 - July 22
Days of the Week: Monday-Saturday; Sunday off
Time: 10 am-5 pm / Lunch 1-2 pm
 Production: As You Like It
 Performances: July 19, 20, 21 and 22
Director: Joseph Fuqua
This four-week program is also by audition, interview and invitation only. As with the Musical Theatre Camp, students work six-hours-a-day, six-days-a-week, learning about Shakespeare's world, script analysis, scansion and verse, dialect, vocal production and character development. Building on the strength from one another and the leadership of professional theatre artists they form a tight company of actors. Clarity of story is the focus of these productions allowing the actor to bring one of the Bard's masterpieces to life. This year, students will tackle As You Like It, directed by Yale School of Drama graduate Joseph Fuqua.

Audition Dates: April 19 from 4pm-6:30pm and April 20 from 4pm to 6:30pm

Request Audition Appointment! Visit: http://rubicontheatre.org/Page.aspx?pid=383
 The deadline to apply for a scholarship is May 28, 2012 (Limited available).

Musical Theatre Camp
Ages: 14-22
Acceptance is by Audition Only
 Tuition: $850
Program Dates: July 16 - August 12, 2012
Days of the Week: Monday-Saturday; Sunday off
Time: 10 am-5 pm / Lunch 1-2 pm
Production: Once on This Island
Performances: August 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 
Director: Brian McDonald
The Musical Theatre Camp was founded in 2002 and has become one of Rubicon's most highly anticipated summer youth programs. From the first rehearsal to the final performance, students are immersed in the fast-paced, challenging and exciting process of creating an American musical. Under the direction of award-winning actor, Brian McDonald, and a team of highly-skilled theatre artists, participants are strongly encouraged to reach beyond their individual comfort zone and strive to maintain a level of professionalism. Recommended for students with a serious interest in pursuing a career in musical theatre. Although previous stage experience and training is beneficial it is not required. Acceptance is strongly based on the success of your audition. This summer's Musical Theatre Camp culminates with a final presentation and is presented on the Rubicon stage with public performances.

Audition Dates: April 21 from 11am-6pm and April 22 from 2pm -8pm
Request Audition Appointment!Visit: http://rubicontheatre.org/Page.aspx?pid=383
 The deadline to apply for a scholarship is May 28, 2012 (Limited available).
For more information, contact the Education and Outreach Department: 
 805.667.2912 ext. 230 or email us at outreach@rubicontheatre.org

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