Dragonfly summer camp

Looking for something for your children to do this August? Have you considered theater camp?

Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center will offer a two-week summer theatre camp from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays Aug. 8-19, for children in third through eighth grades. Dragonfly Camp will give participants the opportunity to play theater games, act in improvisational scenes, write plays, film movies, design costumes and sets, and to act in a full production.

Camp costs $500 for two weeks, with extended care available for $50 per week. The camp will be located at Metuchen Reformed Church, 150 Lake Ave., Metuchen.

The program will be planned, taught and supervised by Dragonfly Artistic Director, Catherine LaMoreaux, a certified experienced educator in theatre, English and elementary education.

For more information, visit DragonflyArtsNJ.com, or call (908) 930-3210.

To register, click the Buy Now button below or download the registration form and mail.

Theater Classes at Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center

Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center's next session of theater classes will begin March 10. There are two, six-week classes: One for children in grades 3-6, and one for those aged 16 and older. Registration for their summer camp, for grades 3-8, is also now available.

In "Acting for Kids," third through sixth graders will use theater games to develop confidence, increase performance skills through play practice, and undertake scenes and numbers from musical theater. The program culminates in a short show for parents and friends. The program runs 4:30-5:30 p.m. Thursdays March 10-21!-- and --. It costs $100 a person.

People 16 and older can participate in "Adult Acting and Improv," developing skills and confidence through improv activities, scene study and monologue preparation. The program will cover topics such as character development, script analysis, and audition preparedness, all important skills. This program runs 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays March 11 through 22. It also costs $100 to register for this class.

In addition to these, this summer Dragonfly will hold a two-week summer theater camp. For those in grades 3-8, the camp will run 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday August 8-19. It will be planned, taught and supervised by Dragonfly's artistic director, Catherine LaMoreaux, an experienced educator with NJ certifications in theater, English and elementary education. Camp activities will include playing theatre games, doing improv, writing plays, filming movies, designing costumes and sets, and putting on a full production. It costs $500 a student.

There are multiple ways to register for the programs. It is possible to register with PayPal through, or register by mail with forms available on the Dragonfly Multicultural Arts Center website. For at least the summer camp it is also possible to register by calling (908)930-3210.

For more information, contact DragonflyArtsNJ@gmail.com or call the previously listed number. Classes will be held at the Forum Theatre on 314 Main St, Metuchen; the summer camp at the Metuchen Reformed Church on 150 Lake Avenue, Metuchen.

Summer Program Registration at Cranford Dramatic Club

Looking for something for the kids to do as summer comes to an end? Apply for "Future Stars" at the Cranford Dramatic Club.

The program will run 1-4 p.m. August 10-14. The program is targeted at children aged 7-12.

The program costs $250 for one child and $200 for each additional child. This price includes two tickets to the Friday Showcase. To view the registration form, click here. The deadline for reservations is July 31. To make a reservation, return the form and payment to PO Box 511, Cranford, NJ. 07016.
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For more information, contact info@cdctheatre.org. The theater is located at 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford.

Summer camp at Playhouse 22

Looking for something different to do over the summer? Try Playhouse 22's summer theater program, for children aged 7-14.

Run by experienced theater educators with extensive backgrounds in all areas of theater, this program will provide children with a unique experience of learning the basics of theater. From auditioning to delivering monologues to designing costumes and developing scenes, the program will leave children asking for more. At the conclusion, students will be given the opportunity to present a scene, monologue or a project they have creating, followed by a cast party. The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mondays through Fridays July 6-24.

Registration costs $345, although discounts are available for additional children. The deadline for early registration is May 15. To view the registration form, click here.

For more information, contact summerexperience@playhouse22.org. Playhouse 22 is located at 721 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick.

Auditions for Papermill Playhouse's Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory

Papermill Playhouse will be holding open auditons for their Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory.

Auditions are by appointment only and will take place on Jan. 24 and 31 at the Hamilton Stage for the Performing Arts, located on 360 Hamilton Street, Rahway.

The youngest class is the junior company, for ages 10-12, which will meet Monday through Friday from 9:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn. Tuition is $2000. There is also the junior plus company, for ages 12 to 14, which will meet Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm at the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage. Tuition is $2300. There is also the senior company, for ages 15 to 18, which will meet Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 5:00 pm at the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage. Tuition is $2500. Limited tuition assistance may be requested by eligible students proving need.

Prospective students should select a portion of a song from a musical that best demonstrates their vocal range, musicality, interpretive skills, and acting ability. Please bring sheet music in a binder or single sheets taped together that contain full piano accompaniment, not just chord symbols. An accompanist will be provided. Students may not perform a cappella or to an audio recording. Everyone will be asked to dance. Students will be taught a dance combination which will then be performed in small groups. Evaluation will be based on skill, potential, and the ability to learn the routine. Preferably jazz shoes, character shoes or low-soled sneakers should be worn. This audition is your only chance to impress our faculty. Make sure you are well-rehearsed and prepared. Students who are not prepared or who arrive without sheet music may not be allowed to audition.

Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled audition time to allow for paperwork and photography. Auditionees will be asked to prove their age at their audition and must bring one copy of a document that shows their birth date. Parents will not be permitted into the audition room.

Digitally recorded auditions are accepted only for prospective students who live out of state. Submissions must contain a singing performance of a Broadway song with accompaniment and a dance combination (ballet, jazz, or tap) performed to music. Video submissions are due by Feb. 7. 

To make an appointment, please email summer@papermill.org. In the email, please include the auditionee's full name, age as of June 29, 2015, email, phone number, and prefered audition date. You will receive a confirmation of your appointment time.

Those accepted will begin a rigorous five-week program designed to enhance performance skills, while instilling the technique, discipline and professionalism needed to excel in the performing arts. The end of the month is devoted to rehearsals for the New Voices concert, performed annually on the Paper Mill Playhouse stage. Based on skill, experience and the quality of their audition, Conservatory students are grouped into three companies, allowing them to develop at their own pace, while working on age and skill-appropriate material. Accepted students will be placed into a Conservatory Company at the discretion of the Paper Mill Playhouse faculty and staff based on their audition performance skill level and approximate age. Placement determinations are not negotiable. 

For additional information, view the Paper Mill Playhouse website, or email summer@papermill.org.

Summer Program Registration at Cranford Dramatic Club

Looking for something for the kids to do as summer comes to an end? Apply for "Future Stars" at the Cranford Dramatic Club!

The program will run 1:30-4:30 p.m. August 25-29. The program is targeted at children entering grades 3-5.

The program costs $250 per child, or $200 per sibling. This price includes two tickets to the Friday Showcase. To view the registration form, click here. The deadline for reservations is August 15. To make a reservation, contact advertising@cdctheatre.org.
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For more information, visit the Cranford Dramatic Club website. The theater is located at 78 Winans Avenue, Cranford.

Summer camp at Allegra School of Music and Art

It's only January, but it's never too early to start thinking about summer activities and summer camps.

The Allegra School of Music and Arts, located on Route 206 in Hillsborough is offering a summer camp this year for children wanting to gain more experience and training in acting and theater. The camp includes two- and three-week workshops for a wide range of ages and talents.

Session I, "Performance Master Class" runs from June 24-28, and is open to high school students and  college freshmen. The week is intended to inform and prepare aspiring actors to work in the industry, with headshots by a professional photographer, seminars on film and TV acting, musical theater, straight acting, Shakespearean acting, arts management and commercial acting. No audition is required for Session I.

Session II, "Bang Bang You're Dead," runs from July 8-19, and is open to high school students and college freshmen only, due to mature subject matter. Session II involves staging a nonmusical theatrical production of this acclaimed play, set in the aftermath of a high school shooting, and exploring the very serious consequences of bullying and violence among teenagers. Audition dates for Session II are Feb. 1-3.

Session III, "Tech Week Camp," runs from July 22-Aug. 11, and is open to high school students and college freshmen. Participants will learn the basics of lighting design, sound design, set design and construction, as well as stage and house management. No audition is required for Session III. Call the school at (908) 874-4351 for more information.

Session IV, "Urinetown, The Musical," runs from July 22-Aug. 11, and is open to high school students and college freshmen. “Urinetown” is a musical satire of the legal system, social irresponsibility, populism, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, municipal politics and musical theater itself. "Urinteown" will be performed at Somerset Valley Players Theatre on Amwell Road in Neshanic. Auditions for Session IV will be held Feb. 1-3.

Session V, "Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr.," runs from Aug. 12-23, and is open to third- through eighth-graders. A high-spirited musical romp that has the country dancing the Charleston. It’s the zany 1920s musical that took Broadway by storm. Audition for Session V will be held Feb. 1-3.

Session VI, "Musical Theater Review Workshop," runs from Aug. 26-30, and is open to third- through eighth-graders. Learn the basics of lighting design, sound design, set design and construction, and stage management and house management. No audition is required for Session VI. Call the school at (908) 874-4351 for more information.

Registration and fees are available online. Call Allegra School of Music and Arts at (908) 874-435 for more information.

Summer Academy registration at George Street Playhouse

Registration is now open for summer academy classes at George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick.

Summer academy will run four weeks, from July 8-Aug. 2. Classes and program descriptions are listed on the registration form, and may be viewed online. There is a $50 discount per class, per week, for families who enroll by March 15.

Also, a 25 percent discount is available for families who live or work in New Brunswick. The Local 25 discount is not available online, so call, email/mail or stop by to take advantage of this very special deal. Discounts cannot be combined.

Installment options are flexible and always available. Installment plans can be arranged through registrations over the phone, by e-mail, U.S. mail or in person. Online registration requires payment in full.

 

Call the theater at (732) 846-2895, ext. 117, for more information.