2024 Summer Theater Academy – First Stage

F I R ST STAG E

THEATER ACADEMY SU MM ER 2 0 2 4 NEW LOCATIONS! JUNE 17 – AUGUST 16, 2024 Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

NEXT STEPS AUGUST 19-23, 2024 Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

FIRSTSTAGE.ORG (414) 267-2970

Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Orientations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Extended Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Curriculum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Grades K4-1 Class Listings. . . . . . . . . 6-7 Grades 1-2 Class Listings. . . . . . . . . 8-9 Grades 3-4 Class Listings. . . . . . . 10-11 Grades 5-12 Class Listings. . . . . . 12-13 Internships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 School Year Intensives. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Company Class Program. . . . . . . . . . . 15 Next Steps Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Registration Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18 Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . 19

FIRST STAGE THEATER ACADEMY IS THE NATION’S LARGEST HIGH-IMPACT THEATER TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Dear Families, Theater training is more than learning skills to perform on a stage; it’s a transformative journey that equips you with life skills, where creativity becomes your compass, empathy your script, and resilience your standing ovation. For more than 30 years, the classes within the First Stage Theater Academy meet students where they are and offer an experience unlike any other.

Our philosophy is teaching life skills through stage skills throughout all our course offerings. Our professional Teaching Artists create a safe, positive learning environment that allow for students to take risks and conquer fears all while being fully supported.

We believe that theater training for young people is where the imagination takes the spotlight, has the power to ignite minds, touch hearts, and change the world.

We hope you can join us this summer! We look forward to seeing you!

J.T. BACKES

Academy Director jtbackes@firststage.org

First Stage is a proud United Performing Arts Fund Member and appreciates the generous support received annually thanks to your UPAF donation.

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LOCATIONS (MYAC)

MILWAUKEE YOUTH ARTS CENTER

The Milwaukee Youth Arts Center is a nationally recognized state of the art educational facility, located at 325 W Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 in historic Schlitz Park.

(SLW)

NEW!

SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Summer Theater Academy classes will be held at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield. This beautiful arts and education facility is nestled just 20 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee in Mitchell Park at 19805 W Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI 53045.

(OPAEC)

NEW!

OAK CREEK PERFORMING ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

Summer Theater Academy classes will be held in the state-of-the-art Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center located in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. This stunning facility is located on the east side of the Oak Creek High School Campus: 340 E Puetz Road,Oak Creek, WI 53154.

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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS GRADES K5–12

These open house orientations allow new families to learn more about the program structure and policies, ask questions, and get a glimpse into the classroom content!

REQUIRED FOR NEW STUDENTS

• Attending one orientation session is required for new students.

A parent or guardian should also attend.

• Indicate the orientation you plan to attend on the registration form.

ORIENTATION DATES: June 5, 2024 | 6:00-7:00PM June 8, 2024 | 10:00-11:00AM LOCATION: All orientations will take place at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center.

PRESENTATIONS

Every Summer Academy session will culminate in a lively presentation of class work for family and friends. One, two, three, and four week classes will hold presentations on the final class day. Details will be noted in the welcome letter you will receive a week prior to your class starting.

EXTENDED CARE

Extended Care is designed to help busy working parents. This program offers students an opportunity to participate in games, memorize lines, practice scene work, meet new friends, or just hang out.

Extended Care will be available Monday through Friday at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center location only.

• Morning (Grades K-4): 8:00-9:00AM at $50 per week

• Morning (Grades 5-12): 8:00-8:30AM at $25 per week

• Afternoon (Grades K-12): Class end time to 5:30PM at $50 per week If you would like to enroll your student in Extended Care please select the option on the registration form. If your student registers for both morning and afternoon care, the cost is $90 per week.

LATE FEES Students who are picked up after 4:30PM will be placed in extended care as a safety precaution. Students are not allowed to wait outside unattended. Should you ever be running late to pick up your students, always notify the Academy Office. The first time you are late to pick up your student, you will be given notice. All following instances will result in a $20 late fee. If your child is not signed up for extended care and you pick them up late during extended care two or more times, you will be charged the full extended care amount.

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ACADEMY CURRICULUM

Our exciting acting curriculum varies in intensity with age, experience, and length of session. Acting is at the core of everything we teach and it takes a lifetime to master.

STORY DRAMA Bring a storybook to life through exploring motivations, choices, and actions while creating dialogue and improvising scenes.

PLAYMAKERS Use improvisation and theater games to create a story and develop your own theatrical masterpiece.

CREATIVE DRAMA Imagine, enact, and reflect upon improvised situations.

Through this process, students come to understand theater, themselves, and the world around them.

ACTING THEORY Explore character, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.

VOICE & MOVEMENT Build strength, flexibility, awareness, and expression through a class devoted to the fundamentals of two of the actor’s most important tools.

MUSICAL THEATER Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.

SHAKESPEARE Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.

IMPROVISATION Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.

PLAYWRITING & DESIGN Develop storytelling skills and learn the art of bringing stories to the stage through creative design.

COMPANY CLASS Work with a professional director to broaden performance skills, deepen knowledge of theater, and produce a show.

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STORY DRAMA ONE-WEEK HALF-DAY SESSIONS — SERVING NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES K4-1 IN FALL 2024

GRADES

K4-1

We are so excited to bring some of our favorite stories to life through the exploration of setting, plot, and character choices to develop beginning acting skills.

PETE THE CAT

Embark on an enchanting journey with Pete and his feline friends, creating the vibrant characters and infectious grooves that make the beloved Pete the Cat books a joyous celebration of imagination.

A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD

Problem-solving, teamwork, and an appreciation for the beauty in every season! Learn about friendship, resilience, and joy through the timeless tales of Frog and Toad.

DINOSAURS

Embark on a playful prehistoric expedition! Join our little explorers as they venture into the exciting world of dinosaurs through enchanting stories, interactive games, and imaginative play.

FINDING NEMO!

Dive into a captivating world of storytelling with our Finding Nemo themed class! Explore the depths of friendship and courage as students bring the beloved characters and underwater adventures to life!

PUPPY PAWTROL

Calling all tiny heroes! Little adventurers will join their favorite furry friends, like Chase and Marshall, through interactive storytelling, adventure, and teamwork-filled fun.

BLUEY AND FRIENDS

Little ones will dive into the heartwarming stories of Bluey, Bingo, and their pals, engaging in interactive storytelling and creative play.

EMOTIONS, INSIDE AND OUT

Step into the colorful world of emotions! Young minds will embark on an imaginative journey inspired by the Disney movie, learning the importance of emotions, how to manage them, and discovering the joy of self expression.

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STORY DRAMA SCHEDULE

AM/AS/AO — 9:00AM-11:30AM | PM/PS/PO — 12:30PM-3:00PM CL ASS CODE

CL ASS NAME

DATES

LOCATION

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

TUITION

GR ADES

AM

Pete the Cat

June 17-21 ~

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Pete the Cat

June 17-21 ~

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

A Year with Frog and Toad

June 24-28

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

A Year with Frog and Toad

June 24-28

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

Dinosaurs

July 8-12

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Dinosaurs

July 8-12

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

Finding Nemo!

July 22-26

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Finding Nemo!

July 22-26

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

Puppy Pawtrol

July 29-August 2

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Puppy Pawtrol

July 29-August 2

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

Bluey and Friends

August 5-9

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Bluey and Friends

August 5-9

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AM

Emotions, Inside and Out

August 12-16

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PM

Emotions, Inside and Out

August 12-16

• MYAC

$150*

$175

K4-1

AS

Pete the Cat

July 8-12

• SLW

$150*

$175

K4-1

PS

Pete the Cat

July 8-12

• SLW

$150*

$175

K4-1

AS

Bluey and Friends

July 29-August 2

• SLW

$150*

$175

K4-1

PS

Bluey and Friends

July 29-August 2

• SLW

$150*

$175

K4-1

AO

Bluey and Friends

July 15-19

• OPAEC

$150*

$175

K4-1

PO

Bluey and Friends

July 15-19

• OPAEC

$150*

$175

K4-1

~ No class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day * Early Bird Discount ends March 20 • MYAC = Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

• SLW = Sharon Lynne Wilson Center

• OPAEC = Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

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PLAYMAKERS ONE-WEEK HALF-DAY SESSIONS — SERVING NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 1-2 IN FALL 2024

GRADES

1-2

Each session is a new adventure created by the class! Further develop your beginning acting skills as you pull inspiration from these tales and use improvisation techniques to create your own characters and story.

THE LION, WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE

Get ready for a magical journey beyond the wardrobe! Young explorers will unlock the secrets of a winter wonderland, meet fantastical creatures, and join forces with the Pevensie siblings in an epic adventure.

TROUBLE IN NEVER, NEVERLAND

Ahoy, young adventurers! Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime, where the magic of Peter Pan springs to life! Join the fun as we sail through the skies, face daring challenges, and unlock the secrets of Neverland.

LOST IN THE SEA!

Dive into the deep blue sea with our Finding Nemo themed class! Young sea explorers will embark on a fin-tastic journey alongside Nemo, Marlin, and Dory, discovering the wonders of the ocean. With exciting games, colorful characters, and underwater escapades, this class promises a splash of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments!

UNCOVERING THE SPIDER-VERSE

Get ready to swing into action! Young heroes will unleash their creativity as they explore the multiverse alongside Miles Morales, Peter Parker and other Spider friends. Join us for a journey that transcends dimensions and turns every student into a superhero of their own story!

MINIONS, VILLAINS, OH MY!

Calling all aspiring villains and mischief-makers! Young students will immerse themselves in the wacky world of Gru and his lovable minions, taking on the roles of cunning villains, creating hilarious schemes, and bringing the joyous chaos of Despicable Me to the classroom.

GOTTA CATCH ‘EM ALL

Do you want to be the very best? Like no one ever was? The Masters-in-Training of this class will use their knowledge of Improvised Gibberish language to interpret and communicate with the creature characters that they develop.

PADAWAN POWER!

The force will be strong with these ones! While in this galaxy, students will undergo Voice, Body, and Imagination Training to ensure preparedness for life as a Jedi.

PREHISTORIC ADVENTURE QUEST

Young adventurers, brace yourselves for a roaring experience where every step takes you back to the age of dinosaurs. Get ready to stomp, roar, and discover the prehistoric world in a dino-mite adventure that’ll turn every young explorer into a fearless dino-hero!

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PLAYMAKERS SCHEDULE

LAM/LAS/LAO — 9:00AM -11:30AM | LPM/LPS/LPO — 12:30PM-3:00PM * Families may choose to sign up for both an AM and PM Playmakers in the same week for an additional discount. Students taking both sessions will have a staff supervised lunch.

CL ASS CODE

CL ASS NAME

LOCATION

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

LAM

The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe June 17-21 ~

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Trouble in Never, Neverland

June 17-21 ~

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Trouble in Never, Neverland

June 24-28

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe June 24-28

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Lost in the Sea! (Finding Nemo)

July 8-12

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Uncovering the Spider-verse

July 8-12

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Uncovering the Spider-verse

July 22-26

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Lost in the Sea! (Finding Nemo)

July 22-26

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Minions, Villains, oh my!

July 29-August 2

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Gotta Catch ‘em All

July 29-August 2

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Gotta Catch ‘em All

August 5-9

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Minions, Villains, oh my!

August 5-9

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAM

Padawan Power!

August 12-16

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPM

Prehistoric Adventure Quest

August 12-16

• MYAC

$150*

$175

1-2

LAS

Uncovering the Spider-verse

July 8-12

• SLW

$150*

$175

1-2

LPS

Lost in the Sea! (Finding Nemo)

July 8-12

• SLW

$150*

$175

1-2

LAS

Lost in the Sea! (Finding Nemo)

July 29-August 2

• SLW

$150*

$175

1-2

LPS

Uncovering the Spider-verse

July 29-August 2

• SLW

$150*

$175

1-2

LAO

Padawan Power!

July 15-19

• OPAEC

$150*

$175

1-2

LPO

Prehistoric Adventure Quest

July 15-19

• OPAEC

$150*

$175

1-2

DATES

TUITION GR ADES

~ No class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day * Early Bird Discount ends March 20 • MYAC = Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

• SLW = Sharon Lynne Wilson Center

• OPAEC = Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

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GRADES 3-4 ONE-WEEK AND TWO-WEEK SESSIONS — SERVING NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 3-4 IN FALL 2024

BEGINNING OF DAY

Each Academy day begins with all students gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.

MUSICAL THEATER

Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.

ACTING

Dive into a script while you put your acting skills to work bringing the characters on the page to life on the stage.

CREATIVE DRAMA

Imagine, enact, and reflect upon improvised situations.

Through this process, students come to understand theater, themselves, and the world around them.

END OF DAY

Each Academy day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.

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GRADES 3-4 SCHEDULE 9:00AM-3:00PM

CL ASS CODE

LOCATION

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

TUITION

GR ADES

June 17-21 ~

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

One-week session

June 24-28

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

OM

One-week session

July 8-12

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

OM

One-week session

July 22-26

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

OM

One-week session

July 29-August 2

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

OM

One-week session

August 5-9

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

OM

One-week session

August 12-16

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-4

TM

Two-week session

June 17-28 ~

• MYAC

$425*

$450

3-4

TM

Two-week session

July 22-August 2

• MYAC

$425*

$450

3-4

TM

Two-week session

August 5-16

• MYAC

$425*

$450

3-4

OS

One-week session

July 8-12

• SLW

$275*

$300

3-4

OS

One-week session

July 29-August 2

• SLW

$275*

$300

3-4

OC

One-week session

July 15-19

• OPAEC

$275*

$300

3-4

CL ASS NAME

DATES

OM

One-week session

OM

~ No class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day * Early Bird Discount ends March 20 • MYAC = Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

• SLW = Sharon Lynne Wilson Center

• OPAEC = Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

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GRADES 5-12 TWO-WEEK, THREE-WEEK AND FOUR-WEEK SESSIONS — SERVING NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 5-12 IN FALL OF 2024 Classes will be divided based on grades in Fall 2024

BEGINNING OF DAY

Each Academy day begins with all students gathering together to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.

ACTING THEORY

Explore characters, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.

MUSICAL THEATER

Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of storytelling through words, music, and movement.

IMPROVISATION

Develop expressiveness, spontaneity, and train your brain to think quickly and with reason through improvisational character and scene work.

SHAKESPEARE

Examine dynamic language, characters, and plots in scenes and monologues from one of the most influential playwrights in history.

VOICE & MOVEMENT

The use of speaking techniques increases relaxation, resonance, articulation, and projection. By using movement techniques students will enhance balance, agility, stage presence, awareness, and focus.

PLAYWRITING & DESIGN

Students will gain hands-on knowledge of what goes into being a professional designer. Students will also learn the early process of expressing theme, character, and plot through dramatic writing.

END OF DAY

Each Academy day concludes with a gather to reflect and acknowledge the effort of fellow students.

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GRADES 5 -12 SCHEDULE 8:15AM-4:20PM

CL ASS CODE

LOCATION

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

TUITION

GR ADES

June 17-28 ~

• MYAC

$525*

$550

5-12

Two-week session

July 1-12

• MYAC

$525*

$550

5-12

DM

Two-week session

July 22-August 2

• MYAC

$525*

$550

5-12

DM

Two-week session

August 5-16

• MYAC

$525*

$550

5-12

HM

Three-week session

June 17- July 5 ~

• MYAC

$650*

$675

5-6

HM

Three-week session

July 22-August 9

• MYAC

$650*

$675

5-6

FM

Four-week session

June 17-July 12 ~

• MYAC

$750*

$775

5-12

FM

Four-week session

July 22-August 16

• MYAC

$750*

$775

5-12

DC

Two-week session

July 1-12

• OPAEC

$525*

$550

5-12

CL ASS NAME

DATES

DM

Two-week session

DM

~ No class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day

No classes July 4

• MYAC = Milwaukee Youth Arts Center

* Early Bird Discount ends March 20

• SLW = Sharon Lynne Wilson Center

• OPAEC = Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

INTERNSHIPS Have you taken a First Stage Theater Academy class before? Do you see yourself as a mentor? Do you want to put your office skills to the test? Are you in 8th grade or higher? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the First Stage Theater Academy Internship program is for you!

CLASSROOM INTERNS: Interns serve as role model, guide, mentor, and teacher’s assistant. Once classes begin, teachers and students count on our interns and look forward to working with them each day.

OFFICE INTERNS: An intern may serve as an assistant in the Academy Office, answering the telephone, taking attendance, light customer service, making copies, filing paperwork, compiling data, delivering messages, etc.

Student’s may earn tuition credit while serving as an intern. For an application, download it from our website at www.firststage.org or contact J.T. Backes at jtbackes@firststage.org or (414) 267-2970.

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SCHOOL YEAR INTENSIVE AUDITIONS Audition for one of our School Year Intensive programs while you are taking class this summer! Extended contact hours and progressive curriculum in these multi-session classes empower each student to maximize their artistic skills as well as emphasize commitment, responsibility, critical thinking, and personal expression. Auditions will be held during lunches and details and permission forms will be sent home with students during their sessions.* School Year Intensives which run September – May include: • Advanced Acting (Grades 5-9) • Advanced Musical Theater (Grades 5-12) • Organized Chaos (Grades 7-12) • Young Company (Grades 9-12) Contact the Academy office at (414) 267-2970 for more information on these programs. * Please note that all students must re-audition each year regardless of past participation.

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GRADES

9-12

COMPANY CLASS FOUR WEEK SESSIONS — SERVING RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 9–12 IN FALL 2024

BY AUDITION ONLY Company classes will work with a professional director for four weeks to broaden performance skills, deepen knowledge of theater, and produce a show.

As a member of Company class you will be expected to:

• Serve as a role model of teamwork and positive energy for all other students.

• Support and encourage each other to do your best.

• Take on the additional challenge of both class work and rehearsal.

• Carry the Company Class legacy of leadership, energy, discipline, focus, and joy.

SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION

• Visit our Academy page to find our SignUp Genius, so you can sign up for a spot.

• Auditions will be in February and March. Visit our website for more information.

• If you would like us to hold a spot in a different class should you not be accepted, please note on form.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

1. A memorized monologue of 1-2 minutes in length, classical or

contemporary, based on which class is your first choice.

2. If you want to be considered for a musical, you will need

to prepare 32 bars also of a musical theater song, which you will sing acapella, unless it is noted that an accompanist will be provided on the audition signup.

COMPANY CLASS SCHEDULE

8:15AM–4:20PM | Milwaukee Youth Arts Center CL ASS CODE

CL ASS NAME

DATES

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

TUITION

GR ADES

PUBLIC PERFORMANCES

CM

Musical Theater

June 17-July 12 ~

$800*

$825

9-12

July 12, 13, and/or 14

CM

Classical

July 22-August 16

$800*

$825

9-12

August 15, 16, and/or 17

CM

Contemporary

July 22-August 16

$800*

$825

9-12

August 15, 16, and/or 17

Please note: students must have previously participated in any Theater Academy class (summer or school year) to audition for Company Class.

~ No class on June 19, in honor of Juneteenth Day * Company Class Early Bird Discount ends April 20 15

NEXT STEPS

GRADES

ONE-WEEK HALF-DAY SESSIONS — SERVING NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 3-12 IN FALL 2024

3-12

Designed for students on the autism spectrum, Next Steps classes help students take their next steps as an artist and a person. First Stage strives to create a safe space for all students to express themselves and develop as individuals without judgment or fear of failure. Guided by our philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of theater arts each day with a team of teaching artists and special education professionals.

CLASS SIZES: 8 students; our classroom model includes teams of lead teachers, special education professionals, and resource teachers with approximately a 2:1 student to teacher ratio. Family aides may accompany a student to class as necessary and agreed upon between the family and First Stage.

SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED — TO REGISTER, CONTACT NEXTSTEPS@FIRSTSTAGE.ORG OR CALL (414) 267-2970

BEGINNING OF DAY

Each Academy day begins with a gathering to prepare, share goals, and encourage each other to do our best.

ACTING THEORY

Explore character, relationships, action, and text while developing overall acting skills and confidence.

MUSICAL THEATER

Increase your versatility and work on new vocal and dance techniques while exploring the art of telling a story through words, music, and movement.

END OF DAY

Each Academy day concludes with a gathering to reflect and acknowledge the hard work of fellow students.

NEXT STEPS SCHEDULE 9:00AM–12:00PM

CL ASS CODE

DESCRIPTION

DATES

ONS

One-week session

August 19-23

LOCATION

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT

TUITION

GR ADES

• MYAC

$275*

$300

3-12

* Early Bird Discount ends March 20 16

FIRST STAGE THEATER ACADEMY REGISTRATION FORM — SUMMER 2024

Please print clearly and duplicate this form to enroll more than one child in a family.

Any omitted information below will delay registration and jeopardize your chances to enroll in the class before it fills up.

COMPLETE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION Student’s Name (First) ______________________________________ (M.I.) _________ (Last) _____________________________________________________________ Home Address _______________________________________ City __________________________ State ________ Zip Code_________________________________ Home Phone ( _____) ________________ Work/Cell Phone ( _____ ) ________________ E-mail________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ NEW STUDENTS This is my child’s first Academy class of any kind.

Yes No • If you answered “yes,” you must add a $20 new student fee to your total.

• If you answered “yes,” you are required to attend an in-person New Student Orientation at MYAC (please select one): June 5, 2024 at 6:00-7:00PM June 8, 2024 at 10:00-11:00AM ACADEMY T-SHIRTS* Size (select one): Youth S Youth M Youth L Adult S Adult M Adult L Adult XL Adult XXL * Each new and returning student will receive one First Stage Theater Academy t-shirt free with tuition cost on the first day of class.

This t-shirt must be worn while attending all Theater Academy classes. Additional t-shirts may be purchased below.

CL ASS SELECTION Please list your class selection(s) by class code, class name, dates, and location: Class Code

Class Name

Dates

Location

Tuition Amount

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ TUITION Class tuition total. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $_____________ New Student (one-time application fee $20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $_____________ Please accept my tax deductible donation to the ACADEMY SCHOLARSHIP FUND. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $_____________ Order for extra t-shirt(s) (Optional) Qty. Merchandise Price

Size(s)

__________

__________

Academy T-shirt

$10

Total (Qty. x Price) $_____________

Merchandise Total (T-shirts) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $_____________ GRAND TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + $_____________ Full payment provided

Automatic payment schedule requested ($75 deposit required)

Tuition must be paid in full on date of receipt, unless signing up for automatic payment. If signing up for automatic payment, a deposit of $75 PER CLASS is due to hold your student’s spot. Registrations without deposit will be forfeited as the requested class reaches capacity.

SELECT PAYMENT METHOD: MasterCard Visa Discover American Express Personal Check _____________________________________________ Name _____________________________________________ Signature _____________________________________________ Card# Expiration Date ________ /________

ALL REMAINING BALANCES ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, MAY 24, 2024.

Any remaining balances will be automatically deducted one week prior to the class starting.

HOW TO REGISTER 1. Mail registration form to: First Stage Theater Academy, 325 W. Walnut St. Milwaukee, WI 53212 2. Fax registration form to: (414) 267-2976 3. VISIT FIRSTSTAGE.ORG OR SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER ONLINE TODAY

FIRST STAGE THEATER ACADEMY REGISTRATION FORM — SUMMER 2024 Preferred Pronoun: MPS Student

Yes

He No

She

They

Student’s Ethnicity: __________________________________ (Optional, grant reporting purposes only)

Grade in Fall of 2024 ___________

Date of Birth ______ /______ /______

School in Fall of 2024 _________________________________________________

First Stage occasionally takes photos and/or video of our Theater Academy classes for promotional use.

Check here if you give First Stage permission to use photos and/or videos of your child in promotional materials.

Student has permission to:

ride bus

Are you signing up with a friend?

bicycle

Yes

No

drive

walk

Name of Friend_______________________________________________________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Please provide Emergency Contact information for someone other than parent.

Emergency Contact Name (First) ________________________________________________ (Last) _______________________________________________________ Emergency Contact Relation to Child___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Phone____________________________________________________________________________ Type_______________________________________________ Emergency Phone (alternate) _______________________________________________________________ Type______________________________________________ Parent Place of Employment _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If your student has any medical conditions we should be aware of, please disclose them below. Please also list any potential emotional or special needs so that we can best serve your student. Our staff will keep the information confidential and will be better prepared to make the session more enjoyable for your student.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MUST BE SIGNED TO PARTICIPATE As a condition to my child’s participation in the First Stage Theater Academy, I hereby release and hold harmless First Stage Theater Academy, First Stage Milwaukee, Inc., the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center, and all of their respective owners, employees, agents and representatives, from and against all claims, damages and other liabilities whatsoever, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, or property damage, which relate in any way to my child’s participation in the First Stage Theater Academy. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

HOW TO REGISTER 1. Mail registration form to: First Stage Theater Academy, 325 W. Walnut St. Milwaukee, WI 53212 2. Fax registration form to: (414) 267-2976 3. VISIT FIRSTSTAGE.ORG OR SCAN QR CODE TO REGISTER ONLINE TODAY

Questions? Call (414) 267-2970 or email academy@firststage.org

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHAT IS A CLASS CODE? Class codes help the Academy Office organize students while they are in the building.

MYAC CL ASS CODES AM: Morning K-1 Grade class

PM: Afternoon K-1 Grade class LAM: Morning 1-2 Grade class

LPM: Afternoon 1-2 Grade class OM: One Week 3-4 Grade class TM: Two Week 3-4 Grade class

DM: Two Week 5-12 Grade class

HM: Three Week 5-6 Grade class FM: Four Week 6-12 Grade class CM: Four Week Company class

ONS: One Week Next Steps Class SLW CL ASS CODES AS: Morning K-1 Grade class

PS: Afternoon K-1 Grade class LAS: Morning 1-2 Grade class

LPS: Afternoon 1-2 Grade class OS: One Week 3-4 Grade class OPAEC CL ASS CODES AO: Morning K-1 Grade class

PO: Afternoon K-1 Grade class LAO: Morning 1-2 Grade class

LPO: Afternoon 1-2 Grade class OC: One Week 3-4 Grade class

DC: Two Week 5-12 Grade class

MYAC = Milwaukee Youth Arts Center SLW = Sharon Lynne Wilson Center OPAEC = Oak Creek Performing Arts & Education Center

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR FIRST STAGE THEATER ACADEMY? All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, accepted by mail, fax, or online at www.FirstStage.org. Please register as early as possible, as space fills quickly. Please complete all information on your registration form to ensure your registration is processed as soon as possible.

WILL I RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF MY REGISTRATION? Confirmations are sent for the class(es) for which you have registered via email. Please read your confirmation thoroughly when you receive it. This confirmation will also list any remaining balance, which is due by Friday, May 24, 2024. Any remaining balances will be automatically charged one week prior to the class starting.

IS THERE A WAITLIST FOR CLASSES THAT ARE FULL? Waitlists are established for classes that have reached the enrollment limit. Students on wait lists may be called for enrollment should a cancellation occur. While we cannot predict when or if a cancellation would occur, we encourage you to be added to our waitlists, which are created on a first-come, first-served basis. Any money received will be applied to registered classes only. Any money received for waitlisted classes will be returned.

WHAT DOES MY TUITION INCLUDE, AND WHEN IS MY TUITION DUE? Tuition includes all materials and one Academy t-shirt per student. A $75 minimum deposit for Summer Academy is required with your registration. If signing up for the automatic payment method, the remaining balance will be deducted automatically on Friday, May 24, 2024. You may change the credit card payment method or submit full payment via cash or check at any time. Balances must be paid in full by Friday, May 24, 2024. If the balance is not received, we will not be able to hold your placement in the class.

DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS? There is a $25 administrative fee for all refunds. Full refunds (minus the fee) are available until Friday, May 24, 2024. Students withdrawing after that date will receive a gift certificate good for one year towards future classes or tickets to our productions.

No refunds or tuition credits are given after the first day of class.

WHAT IF MY CHILD NEEDS TO MISS A CLASS? Due to the nature of the program, we are unable to offer make up classes. Please use good judgment about bringing your student to First Stage Theater Academy.

If your student is sick or contagious, please keep them home. Parents of students who become ill during the day will be promptly notified and are expected to arrange to pick up their student immediately. Please contact the Academy office if you know in advance that your student will be absent. First Stage Theater Academy also reserves the right to send children home due to inappropriate or disrespectful behavior.

CAN MY CHILD SWITCH A CLASS? If families find that they have a scheduling conflict or other emergency circumstance and need to switch their course selection, please contact the Academy office to request a change. Students will not be moved from their assigned group after the first day of class. Please be aware that switching class is contingent upon space availability in the desired class.

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MILWAUKEE YOUTH ARTS CENTER 325 W Walnut Street Milwaukee, WI 53212

SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 19805 W Capitol Drive Brookfield, WI 53045

OAK CREEK PERFORMING ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

REGISTER BY MARCH 20 & SAVE!

340 E Puetz Road Oak Creek, WI 53154

FIRSTSTAGE.ORG (414) 267-2970