Summer Drama Camp 2010

Summer Drama Camp 2010

Presents

School Edition

The School Edition of SWEENY TODD is a less graphic version of the popular movie. We’ll use some fun, unusual lighting to portray this historic story. Joanie and Scott Beyette, who have children of their own, will be administrating and directing the camps again this year.

MIDDLE SCHOOL APPLICATION

February 10, 2010

Hello theatre students and parents:

It’s time to think about summer camp ! Thanks for considering our program. BDT Academy is a non-profit corporation operating at the Boulder’s Dinner Theatre. We are fortunate to have several of the BDT actors and technicians on faculty. Now in our sixth year, we have learned from previous campers’ suggestions and have added some new things to this year’s camp. Check out the choices of elective classes!

Summer camp at BDT Academy serves middle and high school students and includes drama instruction, auditioning, rehearsing, and performing – on the BDT stage. This year, we are excited to offer the School Edition of “ Sweeny Todd“ as our summer camp production !

Performances are open to the public; reservations are required for all seating. Tickets may be purchased for $7 each beginning May 1, 2010. (Camp students receive 2 free tickets)

We continue to include two ‘elective’ classes (see enclosed curriculum) for students who attend the 3-week camp.

Middle School Camp

(entering grades 6,7, or 8 in Fall 2010)

June 7 – 26, Monday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm

Includes the full production and 2 elective classes

Performances: Friday, June 25 at noon and Saturday, June 26 – 10am and 1pm

High School Camp

(entering grades 9-12 in Fall 2010)

July 12 – 31, Monday – Friday 10 am – 2 pm

Includes the full production and 2 elective classes

Performances: Friday, July 30 at noon and Saturday, July 31 – 10am and 1pm

The cost per student is $650.00 (10% discount for multiple campers in the same family). Each camp is limited to 30 students.

To register, please send the following to: BDT Academy at 5501 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO 80303 or drop off at the theatre box office.

1)  Completed Camp Registration Form – back and front

2)  A $100 non-refundable deposit or total tuition amount

Financial aid applications are available upon request. Applications are due by April 3, 2010. Financial assistance decisions will be made by the BDT Academy Board of Directors by April 15, 2010.

We look forward to sharing a fun camp experience with your son or daughter. Please call me with any thoughts, questions, or concerns. (303) 449-6000 x193.

Warmly,

Carrie Hausfather

Business Manager

BDT Academy

BDT Academy – 2010

MIDDLE SCHOOL camp Registration Form

Student’s Name: ______Birth Date: ______

Grade entering 2010/2011 school year: ____ 6 ____7 ____8

Parent’s name(s): ______

Address: ______City: ______Zip: ______

Best phone number to reach you: ______Home cell work

Other numbers we should have: ______

Email address: ______

Please list any physical and/or social conditions which may affect your child’s performance in camp/class. (Please include allergies or significant past injuries).

Please list the name of a relative or friend who could be contacted in case of an emergency, if the parent/guardian cannot be reached.

Name: ______Phone: ______

Waiver/Release

I, as parent or legal guardian of ______approve and give my permission

(Student name)

for him/her to attend the BDT Academy camp and to practice and participate in any class or programs. I release BDT Academy and BDT from any and all liability.

Parent/Guardian signature: ______Date: ______

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Student’s Name: ______

Tuition:

‘Sweeny Todd’ camp, including 2 classes $ 650.00

(10% discount for multiple children in same family)

Payment:

$100 non-refundable deposit – due with application $ 100.00

(returned if not enough room in camp)

Additional payment (optional) $ ______

Total amount sent with application $ ______

Please complete the following for credit card charges:

Credit Card number: ______Exp date: ______

Signature authorizing this charge: ______

____ I will be applying for financial assistance (forms will be sent to you)

Balance of tuition (if any) due no later than May 1, 2010.

No refunds after May 15, 2010.

Class Selection:

Please rank your preferences (1-3, 1 is 1st choice) in each class. (See page 3 for class descriptions)

Class 1 Class 2

___ Introduction to Dance ____ Dance – Turns and Leaps

___ Introduction to Technical Theatre ____ Makeup Techniques

___ Stage Combat ____ Preparing a Monologue

(Classes subject to change)

BDTA Summer Drama Camp – Elective courses and descriptions

Makeup Techniques (NOTE: an additional charge of $25 will be applied to those participating in this class)

This hands on course in makeup application and techniques will help students understand how to apply makeup for a variety of roles including leading man/woman, old age, villains, fantasy, animals, and more. By course end, each student will have a theatrical makeup kit and knowledge of how to use it to its full potential.

Introduction to Technical Theatre

Lights! Sound! Action! Before the actors step onto the stage, the theatre technicians are the stars of the show. Costumes, sets, props, lighting, sound, and stage management are on exciting and important part of every successful production. Introduction to technical theatre will give students an overview of the technical theatre process from research through design, construction, performance, and strike.

Preparing a Monologue

How do I find a monologue? How long should it be? Can I sit in a chair or move while I’m performing it? These questions and many more will be answered during preparing a monologue. Students will finish this course with a prepared monologue suitable for any audition.

Introduction to Dance (dance shoes required)

Four different dance styles will be examined during this energizing course. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Hip-Hop will each be touched upon as students learn basic body positions, technique, and terminology. Everyone on your feet! Let’s do some dancing!

Dance – Turns and Leaps (dance shoes required)

This course will take a close look at the mechanics involved in executing several different types of turns and leaps. Finding your center and spotting a pirouette won’t be a problem. Maximizing your height during a Grand Jete will be a snap. Spinning and jumping has never been more fun.

Stage Combat

Did you wonder how actors fall, fight, slap, or stab onstage without getting hurt? This classwill teach the safe and professional methods of stage combat.

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