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
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
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
