IN OUR 16TH SEASON
M ROGRA P D E D EXPAN RESCHOOL FOR P
2017
on the campus of THE ROEPER SCHOOL 1051 OAKLAND AVENUE BIRMINGHAM 48009
248.203.7470 www.roeper.org roepercamp@roeper.org
Roeper Summer Stock Theatre The Roeper Summer Stock Theatre has been created to develop and showcase the skills of students who are interested in theatre training. Students work with a variety of professional theatre instructors specializing in various techniques and areas of skill development. All students participate in activities to build skills in acting, singing and dancing. Each session is customized to meet the needs of students exploring theatre for the first time as well as the more experienced actor. Summer Stock Theatre Preschool is for children currently in prekindergarten and kindergarten. This program will unleash your child’s imagination through an exploration of acting, music and dance. Taught by experienced and nurturing teachers, each session will include singing, skits, games, crafts, activities and more. Each one-week half-day session will culminate in a short performance of selected skits, songs and dances on the last day of class. NEW THIS YEAR: Campers may enroll for both morning and afternoon sessions for a full-day experience. Morning and afternoon sessions will contain different skits. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants per session.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Summer Stock Theatre Primary is for children currently in kindergarten through grade 2. With a focus on exploration in theatre, music and dance, this program provides ample structure with plenty of time for playing and exploring different aspects of performing on the stage. Taught by experienced and nurturing teachers, each day will include skill-building classes, games, crafts, activities and more. Each two-week session will culminate in a showcase performance of an original production featuring selected scenes, dances and musical numbers in the evening of the second week. Enrollment is limited to 25 participants per session.
Summer Stock Theatre Junior is for children currently in grades 3 through 5. Students will have fun learning basics of theatre, specifically in the areas of character development, improvisation, movement, dance and music. At the end of the two-week session, students will give a performance for family, friends and other members of the community. Enrollment is limited to 28 participants per session. The Little Mermaid
Summer Stock Theatre Senior is for students currently in grades 5 through 11. NEW THIS YEAR: Enrollment is open to students currently in fifth grade. This program provides a solid theatre basis for all students and challenges the more seasoned actor as well. At the end of three weeks, a musical is performed The Wizard of Oz for family, friends and other members of the community. The productions are carefully chosen and may have appropriate mature content. Though we work toward the final performance, much of the instructional time is spent on developing specific skills in each discipline. Developing talent into skill is our focus as we work daily on many aspects of the three disciplines and work hard to ensure that each student is provided the opportunity to enhance his or her skills in a guided and nurturing way. Enrollment is limited to 38 participants per session.
Directors Mitch Master has been the Summer Stock Theatre Co-Director since 2002. He is the Director of the Performing and Visual Arts Department at the Frankel Jewish Academy. He holds a B.S. in Advertising and Public Relations and a minor in Theatre from Grand Valley State University. Mitch has directed more than 65 musical/drama youth theatre productions and performed in more than 35 stage productions. He studied at The New Actor’s Workshop in New York and spent two years gaining invaluable experience in film/ TV in Los Angeles. Mitch has taught and directed youth theatre programs at The Community House in Birmingham, Cranbrook Theatre School, Detroit Country Day School, Seaholm High School, Birmingham Public Education, Cranbrook Kingswood Middle Schools, UCLA’s “Bruin Kids” in Los Angeles, Marvin L. Winans Academy of the Performing Arts in Detroit, The Village Players in Birmingham and Deborah’s Stagedoor in Rochester. Daniel Greig has been the Summer Stock Theatre CoDirector since 2003 and the Music Director since 2002. He is currently Director of Music Ministry at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church in Rochester Hills where he directs and oversees an active music program. He has been Music Director for more than 50 youth and adult musicals in the Detroit area including at The Community House in Birmingham, Ann Arbor Civic Theatre, and Cranbrook Theatre School. Professional credits include Music Director at the Gem and Century Theatres for The Marvelous Wonderettes (2009) and Sister’s Christmas Catechism (2010, 2011). Semi-professional credits include Music Director for Hairspray at the Bonstelle Theatre in Detroit (2012). Dan holds a Bachelor of Music in Education and a Master of Music in Conducting from Wayne State University. Dan is on the faculty at the University of Detroit Mercy, where he conducts the University Chorale and coaches vocal students.
Faculty Core faculty members are working professionals in Michigan regional theatres or university-based training programs. Areas of focus for core faculty are: fundamentals of acting, voice training, improvisation, dance, and musical theatre.
Schedule of Sessions — Camps not in session on July 4
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SUMMER STOCK THEATRE SENIOR
Show
A Midsummer Night’s Dream with a Twist (musical version) June 19 – July 7, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performances: July 6 at 7pm & July 7 at 12:30pm
SUMMER STOCK THEATRE JUNIOR
Session 1
Show: Disney’s The Lion King KIDS June 19 – 30, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: June 29 at 7:30pm
Session 2
Show: Seussical KIDS July 3 – 14, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: July 13 at 7:30pm
Session 3
Show: The Music Man KIDS July 17 – 28, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: July 27 at 7:30pm
SUMMER STOCK THEATRE PRIMARY Session 1
June 19 – 30, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: June 29 at 6pm
Session 2
July 3 – 14, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: July 13 at 6pm
Session 3
July 17 – 28, 9am – 3pm Showcase Performance: July 27 at 6pm
SUMMER STOCK THEATRE PRESCHOOL Session 1
June 26 – 30, 9 – 11am Performance: June 30 at 10:30am
Session 2 ** July 10 – 14, 9 – 11am Performance: July 14 at 10:30am Session 3 ** July 10 – 14, 1 – 3pm Performance: July 14 at 2:30pm Session 4 ** July 17 – 21, 9 – 11am Performance: July 21 at 10:30am Session 5 ** July 17 – 21, 1 – 3pm Performance: July 21 at 2:30pm ** NEW THIS YEAR: the option to enroll your child for a full-day of camp. Campers who are enrolled for the full day will eat lunch and participate in other activities between 11am and 1pm. Full-day campers should bring their lunches.
Sample Days
SUMMER STOCK THEATRE PRIMARY 9:00 - 9:30am Introductory Activity 9:30 - 10:15am Singing Class 10:15 - 10:30am Snack and Break 10:30 - 11:15am Dance Class 11:15 – 12:00pm Acting Class 12:00 - 12:30pm Lunch 12:30 - 1:00pm Performing Arts Games 1:00 - 2:30pm Rehearsal for Showcase 2:30 - 3:00pm Review and Wrap-up
Treasure Island
SUMMER STOCK THEATRE JUNIOR & SENIOR 9:00 – 9:15am Opening Session/Announcements/ Warm-ups 9:15 – 10:30am Core Training Block #1* 10:30 – 10:45am Break 10:45 – 11:30am Core Training Block #2* * Core Training includes fundamentals of acting, 11:30am – 12:30pm Lunch & Recreation voice training, 12:30 – 1:00pm Group Activity improvisation, 1:00 – 2:30pm Core Training Block #3* dance and 2:30 – 3:00pm Closing Session musical theatre.
Treasure Island
Summer Stock Theatre Fees SUMMER STOCK THEATRE SENIOR Total three-week session fee $765 Session Enrollment deposit $300 SUMMER STOCK THEATRE JUNIOR & PRIMARY Sessions 1, 2 & 3 $540 each Per Session Enrollment deposit $150
The Little Mermaid
three-session discount of $155 will be applied to the total fees for any A Summer Stock Theatre Junior Camper enrolled in all sessions. The threesession total with discount will be $1,465. SUMMER STOCK THEATRE PRESCHOOL Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 $135 each Per Session Enrollment deposit $50 The remaining camp fees, after the enrollment deposits have been applied, will be due in two equal installments as follows:
Installment #1: due April 1, 2017 Installment #2: due May 1, 2017
Please make personal checks payable to Roeper Summer Stock Theatre Camp. Credit cards are NOT accepted.
The Jungle Book
Registration
By June 26, 2017, all students must be between the ages of four and having completed 11th grade. REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE. No faxed, emailed, mailed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted. Online registration is available at www.roeper.org. Registration for Roeper Summer Stock Theatre Camp will begin at noon on January 28, 2017. Registration will not be complete until the deposit per session per child has been received. All deposits need to be received within 14 days of registration. All payments must be made by cash or check payable to Roeper Summer Stock Theatre Camp. Mail payments to: Roeper Summer Stock Theatre, 41190 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304-5020. Confirmation of registration will be emailed once your deposit has been received. To be processed, FULL payment must be received within 14 days for all applications received after May 1, 2017.
The Drowsy Chaperone
Little Shop of Horrors
Cancellation Policy Cancellation of enrollment should not be assumed until confirmed by the Camp. Refunds of deposit only are provided before March 31, 2017 and must be requested in writing or by email. Refunds of camp fees are not provided after March 31, 2017 for any reason, including, without limitation: absences, suspensions, dismissals, withdrawals, or dissatisfaction with placement or program. After March 31, 2017 no refunds will be issued, and all unpaid fees shall be due and payable in the amounts and at the times designated in the contract. For extended illness, refunds will be on a per-day basis beginning after the fourth day of absence. A signed letter from a physician is required for refund. Refunds of camp fees will not be provided for camp closures due to circumstances beyond the camp’s control, such as severe weather and power outages.
The Jungle Book
Scholarships A limited number of Roeper Summer Stock Theatre scholarships are available for 2017. Amounts awarded may be partial- or full-session scholarships. Scholarships will be awarded for only one session per child. Scholarships will be awarded based upon demonstrated financial need and scholarship availability, until all funds are exhausted. The scholarship application is available online as part of the registration material. Please register for camp, and then complete the online scholarship application. Scholarship applicants do not need to pay a deposit at the time of application while awaiting a scholarship decision. All applications and accompanying documentation are due February 17, 2017. Decisions will be made by March 3, 2017.
General Information Location. All Roeper Summer Stock Theatre Camp sessions will be held at: The Roeper School 1051 Oakland Avenue Birmingham, MI 48009 Regular attendance during the program is vital for student success in the program. Please note: students who plan absences of any kind may not be cast in speaking roles. Families with campers enrolled in the Summer Stock Theatre Senior program will receive two tickets per enrolled camper to the performance. Additional tickets are $10 each. For all other camps, admission to the performances are free. A show T-shirt will be provided to each camper free of charge. Preschool campers will receive Theatre Camp shirts. Students must provide their own lunches. Please do not send items containing nuts, peanuts or peanut oil. On Fridays, a complimentary Pizza Party lunch will be provided by the camp. The necessary camp forms, upon receipt of your deposit, will be emailed to you with your confirmation. By law, children must have a physiciansigned health form returned to Roeper before starting camp. Health forms completed and signed by a physician within one year of the start of camp will be accepted.
Before- and After-Camp Care Before- and after-camp care programs are available. This program will be offered Monday through Friday from 7:30 – 9:00am and 3:00 – 6:00pm at the rate of $5.00 per hour. Time used will be figured based upon the half hour, and all time will be rounded up for billing purposes and billed at the end of each session.
Peter Pan
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