Registration is now open for Childsplay Academy's Summer Productions

Registration is open for Childsplay Academy's Summer Productions. Performing AND Backstage/Crew Classes available.

All registered students are cast and productions are limited to 20 performers. We've purposefully selected these pieces so we can make sure everyone gets a chance to shine.

Check out these classes directed by professional theatre artists that direct and perform around the valley and country!

The Little Mermaid Jr.

Ages: 8-14

Director: Katie McFadzen

Music Director: Mary Ellen Loose

Choreographer: Kat Bailes

Dates: May 30 - June 16th

More info: https://www.childsplayaz.org/index.php/classes/summer/productionclasses/little-mermaid-23

Heathers The Musical Teen Edition (Stagecraft & Crew Class Available)

Ages: 12-18

Director: Jon Gentry

Choreographer & Co Director: Rachel McCabe

Music Director: Mary Ellen Loose

Dates: June 5 - June 23

More info: https://www.childsplayaz.org/index.php/classes/summer/productionclasses/heathers-23

The Play that Goes Boom Pow

Ages: 8-14

Director: Katie McFadzen

Co Director: Lillie Richardson

Dates: June 19 - June 30

More info: https://www.childsplayaz.org/index.php/classes/summer/productionclasses/boom-pow-23

Macbeth (Stagecraft & Crew Class Available)

Ages: 12-18

Director: Debra K. Stevens

Co Director: Clara Kundin

Dates: June 19 - July 14

More info: https://www.childsplayaz.org/index.php/classes/summer/productionclasses/macbeth-23

CLICK HERE to view all summer classes and programing (ages 4-18)

Fountain Hills 2022 Summer Theater Camps Start Next Week!

Join Fountain Hills Theater's new Director of Education Debby Rosenthal for a summer chock full of fun theater camps!

Camps are limited to only 25 students, so your child won't get lost in the crowd, and Fountain Hills Theater is closer than you think!

Just a 15 minute drive from 104th St. & Shea in Scottsdale & only 15 minutes from Gilbert Rd & McKellips!

All camps take place at Fountain Hills Theater, 11445 N Saguaro Blvd. Fountain Hills, AZ. Phone: 480-837-9661 x3.

CLICK HERE for more information, and to sign up today!

Escape the heat with 3 great summer musicals at Studio 3 - Audition Videos due by May 28

Escape the heat with 3 great summer musicals at Studio 3!

Willy Wonka (rehearsals June 6-17 from 9am-4pm. Performances June 16-18)

Moana Jr (rehearsals June 20-July 1. Performances June 30-July 2)

Newsies Jr (rehearsals July 5-16. Performances July 14-16)

All audition videos are due by May 28. You may audition for a specific role or the show in general. (if you are only accepting a specific role, please let us know on your audition submission form. Open to ages 6-17. There is a participation fee for this summer intensive production, but some scholarships are available. We are also opening up additional scholarships in each show for kids whose parents are willing do volunteer hours to help with the set, props, and costumes.

For all the details: 

https://sites.google.com/studio3arts.com/summer2022/home/broadway-experience

Submit your audition video:

https://forms.gle/c3tgDv17oBNtXhxt7

Musical Theatre of Anthem Announces Summer Theatre Programs

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces their 2022 summer camps, productions, and workshops for performers ages 6-adult, including Shrek JR., the very popular Summer Performing Arts Institute (SPAI), Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS and A Chorus Line: Teen Edition.

Shrek JR.

Ages: 8-18 (all youth are cast)

June 6-18, 2022

This production will run in our summer show format with rehearsals as follows:

Monday, June 6 - Saturday, June 11: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Monday, June 13 – Thursday, June 16: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Performances: June 16 - 18, 2022

Cost: $375

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. Once upon a time, in a faraway swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona's love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.

Summer Performing Arts Institute (SPAI)

CLASSES AND PERFORMANCE OPTION

June 20-24, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Evening Performances - June 24 at 5:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Participants will rotate between the various classes and instructors in their specialties. The material includes selections from the upcoming season and there will be live performances showcasing what the participants have learned in the workshop.

Participants will also choose various electives from Master Guest Teachers such as Creating a Character, Ballet, Improv, Tap, Theatre History, Voice and Diction, Mastering the Dance Call, and more! Participants will rank their choices from over twenty elective choice options!

CLASSES ONLY OPTION (New this year)

June 20-23, 2022 from 12:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Participants will choose various electives from Master Guest Teachers such as Creating a Character, Ballet, Improv, Tap, Theatre History, Voice and Diction, Mastering the Dance Call, and more! Participants will rank their choices from over twenty elective choice options!

Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS

Ages: 6-12 (all youth are cast)

Auditions, Dance Call, and Callbacks - July 6 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Rehearsals and Tech - July 7-9 and July 11 - 14 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Performances - July 15 – 16, 2022

Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS is a delightful show based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film. Featuring favorite songs from the film, as well as new hits by the Academy Award-winning Robert and Kristen Lopez (Frozen), this honey-filled delight is as sweet as it is fun. Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course... sharing snacks.

A Chorus Line Teen Edition

Ages: 13-18 (all youth are cast)

Auditions, Dance Call and Callbacks: Sunday, July 17, 2022, 9:00am

This production will run in our summer show format with rehearsals as follows:

Monday, July 18 - Saturday, July 23: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Monday, July 25 - Thursday, July 28: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Performances: July 28-30, 2022

Cost: $375

A Chorus Line: Teen Edition (for ages 13-18) is a full-length version of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, adapted for performance by high school students with family audiences. Every aspect of the show has been developed specifically to make the content and dialogue age-appropriate. A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Exploring the inner lives and poignant ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another. Memorable musical numbers include "What I Did for Love," "One," "I Can Do That," "At the Ballet," "The Music and the Mirror," and "I Hope I Get It." A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance, and compellingly authentic drama, the show was instantly recognized as a classic.

All workshops will be held in-person at Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42201 N. 21st Drive, Suite B100, Anthem, AZ  85086.  Register online at www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.  Payment is due upon registration, and a 10% sibling discount is available.  Space is limited!  

Paige Productions Youth Theater Announces their 2022 Summer Camps

Paige Productions owner & instructor, Paige Beckman,
pictured with some of the cast of a recent Spring Break production

Paige Productions Youth Theater Summer Camps 2022 - Paige Productions Youth Theater is offering an exciting summer of theater camps. The summer features seven different camps over the course of eight weeks, offering something for everyone! Three camps feature fully staged musicals based on famous shows, two other camps focus on acting, improvisation, script writing and audition skills. Students ages 10-18 can sign up for technical theater camps where they learn and run sound and lights for a show. 

2022 PAIGE PRODUCTIONS THEATER CAMPS

Disney Jungle Book KIDS - 2 Weeks, May 31-June 10

-Includes a costumed final show where everyone has a part.

Acting/Improv & Sketch Comedy - 1 Week, June 13-17

Encanto-Themed Song & Dance Camp - 1 Week, June 13-17

-Does not have a final show.

Disney Aladdin KIDS - 2 Weeks, June 20-July 1

-Includes a costumed, final show where everyone has a part.

Acting/Improv & Auditioning - 1 Week, July 11-15

Annie KIDS - 2 Weeks, July 18-29

-Includes a costumed, final show where everyone has a part.

Technical Theater Camps - 1 Week Camps - Three Options

Disney's Jungle Book KIDS - May 6 - June 10

Disney Aladdin KIDS - June 27-July 1

Annie KIDS - July 25-29

Details and enrollment for these exciting camps can be found at www.paigeproductionsAZ.com. 

Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church - Performance Hall

13001 N Fountain Hills Blvd., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Disney Jungle Book KIDS, Disney Aladdin KIDS and Annie KIDS are all presented by Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com. 

Paige Productions Youth Theater is a company run by a mom who understands the unique needs of kids and families. Owner/Artistic Director, Paige Beckman, is not only a mom, she is also a two-time ariZoni-winning director and music director who owns her own voice studio, (Paige Beckman Music Studio), and has been teaching youth theater in Fountain Hills for more than a decade. Her goal is to provide additional performance opportunities in the East Valley for busy kids and teens who missed out on performing due to the pandemic. Paige says, “I believe there is a need for more theater in Fountain Hills, many of our students are forced to travel 30 minutes to get additional performance opportunities. I am creating a place where kids can perform at other theaters and still take part in our productions.” These events are not just for children, they also feature teens in advanced vocal performances. There is something to challenge and inspire performers of all ages at this theater company.

Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church has agreed to host Paige Productions Youth Theater.. Performing art students enjoy the playground and kid-friendly environment in-between theater classes and rehearsals. Paige loves the environment as well, “It is wonderful to be in a kid-friendly, family-friendly environment. The kids love getting a chance to burn-off steam outside, and we even have a theater dog that comes to visit. It’s a warm environment where we nurture and challenge young performers.”

All camps, classes, events and performances are at Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 13001 N Fountain Hills Blvd., Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. Tickets and enrollment information can be found at www.paigeproductionsAZ.com, or by calling (480)-375-8058. 

Registration Now Open for Spotlight Youth Theatre's 2022 Summer Camps

 

Summer Camps that Sizzle! During each session of Spotlight Youth Theatre’s Summer Theatre Camps, actors will learn the shows, then perform for families and friends! Whether it's your first theatre experience or you just want to hone your skills - all are welcome! The number of available spaces is limited!  “Encanto Park: The Musical” Jun. 6-17 The Madrigal family go to an enchanted park where magical rides and games turn into singing and dancing, and help bring their cracking family close together.  “Scary Poppins: A Ghoulsical Musical” Jul. 11-22 Mary wakes up one day and looks in the mirror and doesn’t see herself looking back. Then things start to get strange… Join Mary, her brother, and a cast of lovable zombies as they look for the only person alive, dead, or undecided that can help them find the truth. “The Great Toy Escape” Jun. 20-Jul. 1 This fun musical follows a group of toys who mistakenly end up in the house of the meanest kid on the block. A lot of mayhem and a lot of singing and dancing ensues as they attempt “the great toy escape.” “Avengerz: A Musical Adventure” Jul. 25-Aug. 5  Two worlds, numerous campers, one musical. Some famous and some not-so-famous characters join forces to save an uninhabited stage. CAMPERS ASSEMBLE! The theatre won’t save itself! Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Ages 7-18 | Before & After Care Available

CLICK HERE for more information

Registration Now Open for Theater Works' 2022 Summer Camps and Workshops

Registration is now open! Theater Works will be holding summer camps and workshops in 2022!

Theater Works SummerWorks theater camps are the perfect summer activity for the kids who love theater. There are SummerWorks classes for all ages and skill levels, indulging the just-for-fun campers and those who want to hone their theater skills. We even have one adult “camp” workshop or two. SummerWorks is part of YouthWorks which teaches creative approaches to life skills with exciting and enriching themes that inspire and instill a love for the performing arts.

CLICK HERE for more information

At this time, we anticipate that masks will be optional for summer camp. 

However, Theater Works is following the recommendations of the CDC for Maricopa County for health and safety protocols for indoor masking requirements.  View full details HERE. 

Please check back to our safety plan for current requirements at https://theaterworks.org/safety/.

Valley Youth Theatre's 2022 Musical Theatre Summer Camps!

The magic of musical theatre comes alive with VYT's 4-week Musical Summer Camps! 

Build your presence and self-confidence as you learn what it takes to create a musical production from audition to performance!

 

4 Week Camp (Ages 7+)

JUNE 6 - JULY 1

1 & 2 Week Camp (Ages 5+)

JULY 11 - JULY 29

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW