Summer College Acting & Musical Theatre program was created for talented students who have been inspired by the energy and sophistication of theatre and musical theatre.
The program develops the abilities of both beginning and highly experienced performers who are serious about the field and eager to work hard.
Our goal is to help you grow creatively through full-time, college-level theatre training under the direction of acclaimed professional performers and teachers.
The six-week program develops your performance skills and provides a behind-the-scenes view of theatre that combines music, drama and dance. You register for two three-credit courses, Drama (DRA) 100 Elements of Performance, and DRA 200 Basic Acting.
Classes aim to improve your command of your body, mind, and voice, so that combined they become the expressive instrument of an actor.
A final exhibition of students’ work is held in the Schine Student Center on campus. Students from all programs, family, friends and the community at large will be able to see the segments of the Grand Finale produced by Summer College students
What's the Deal...
- both beginning and experienced performers welcome study drama, music, and dance
- grow creatively with full-time college-level training
- learn from guest performers and field trips
- option of college admissions auditions
Typical Day...
9 to Noon Classes focus on musical theatre, including acting, voice, improvisation, movement, dance, stage combat, makeup, and scene study.
1 to 4:30 p.m. Classes involve additional work in acting, movement, and voice, along with rehearsals for two public performances and the option of audition training for college admissions and future productions.
