Does your child sing, dance, or are they just plain silly? Do they like to paint, create outfits, or write stories? Then Millbrook Playhouse theatre education program would love to expose them to the joys of theatre. The Millbrook Playhouse theater education program offers students a chance to explore their artistic abilities in all areas of the performing arts through workshops which include: Acting and Improvisation, Musical Theatre, and Creative Storytelling in a safe and fun environment. Our program also grants the opportunity, for those who would wish to remain off the stage, a taste in technical theatre artistry such as: Lighting Design, Costume Design, Carpentry, and Sound Design. We offer programs spanning pre-k to 12th grade, so whatever skill level your theatre artist is at, we have the program just for you. For more information, contact us via phone at 570-748-8083, or email us at [email protected].
The Jr’s Theatre Camp: Ages: 5th Grade – 9th Grade
This camp incorporates basic acting skills including projection, diction, theater vocabulary, and performance techniques. The Jr.’s camp is perfect for all levels, whether they have previous experience or not.
Jr’s Camp will culminate in a performance of Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS. Based on the beloved Disney animated film, and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score,Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS is a non-stop thrill ride of feline fun, complete with unbelievable twists and turns. In the heart of Paris, a kind and eccentric millionaires wills her entire estate to Duchess, her high-society cat, and her three little kittens. Laughs and adventure ensue as the greedy, bumbling butler pulls off the ultimate catnap caper. Now it’s up to the rough-and-tumble alley cat, Thomas O’Malley, and his band of swingin’ jazz cats to save the day.
PERFECT FOR: Beginner to Intermediate theater students looking to apply their skills in a rehearsal process, campers looking for a longer day, students with prior theater experience.
- AGES: 5th Grade – 9th Grade
- WHEN: Monday, August 13 – Friday, August 17
- TIME: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- PERFORMANCES: Friday, August 17 at 6pm and Saturday, August 18 at 11:00
- FEE: $200.00 – $50.00 non-refundable deposit required at time of registration
- TICKETS: Adults: $10.00 – Students: $7.00
- TUITION INCLUDES: 2 adult comps per camper.
- CAMP STAFF: Jonah Conner is our camp director for both the Pee Wee’s and Little’s camp. He holds a Bachelors degree in Theatre from Saginaw Valley State University. Aimee Hunsinger, a Clinton County native, is our helpful hand for all the camps this summer. Currently attends Indiana University of Pennsylvania where one of her majors is Theatre. Mo Ortbal joins us as our musical director for both the Juniors and the Teen Performing Arts Academy. She holds a Bachelors of Music Education from Penn State University. Michaela Barczak will be our director for the Junior camp’s production of The Aristocats Kids. She recently directed Fancy Nancy the Musical for Millbrook Playhouse. Marc De La Concha returns to Millbrook to direct the Teen Performing Arts Academy production of Camp Rock the Musical.
The Teen Performing Arts Academy (TPAA)
TPAA was designed to enrich, inspire and enlighten young performers. Perfect for those who have a burning passion for the performing arts. The Teen Performing Arts Academy will offer a wide range of classes led by theatre professionals in conjunction with a fully staged production of the musical Xanadu Jr. Students will explore their talents as actors, singers, and dancers, while fusing together rock/pop music and acting techniques to simulate a professional experience.
Xanadu JR. is inspired by the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical and the Universal Pictures’ cult classic movie that starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu JR. is a moving, electrifying tale of endless fun that will keep audiences in stitches while the original, legendary chart-topping tunes lift them out of their seats. Xanadu JR. follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California, on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time – the first Roller Disco. (Hey, it’s 1980!) But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds.
- AGES: 10th Grade – 12th Grade *must be at least 13 yrs old.
- WHEN: Monday, July 30 – Friday, August 3 (week one). Monday, August 6 – Saturday, August 10 (week two)
- TIME: 9:00am – 3:00pm (no classes on 8/4 or 8/5)
- FEE: $300.00 – $50.00 non-refundable deposit required at time of registration. Work study opportunity are available.
- PERFORMANCES: Saturday, August 11 at 12:00pm and 3:30pm
- TICKETS: Adults: $10.00 – Students: $7.00
- TUITION INCLUDES: 2 adults comps per camper.
- CAMP STAFF: Jonah Conner is our camp director for both the Pee Wee’s and Little’s camp. He holds a Bachelors degree in Theatre from Saginaw Valley State University. Aimee Hunsinger, a Clinton County native, is our helpful hand for all the camps this summer. Currently attends Indiana University of Pennsylvania where one of her majors is Theatre. Mo Ortbal joins us as our musical director for both the Juniors and the Teen Performing Arts Academy. She holds a Bachelors of Music Education from Penn State University. Marc de la Concha returns to Millbrook to direct the Teen Performing Arts Academy production of Camp Rock the Musical.
Millbrook Playhouse offers The Richard Guido Memorial Scholarship which provides financial assistance to the young actors in our camps.
The Richard Guido Memorial Scholarship
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL THE BOX OFFICE AT 570-748-8083: EMAIL: [email protected]
NEW IN 2018 – Pee-Wee’s Theatre camp – Ages: Pre-K – 1st Grade
The Pee Wee’s are taking over the Millbrook stage! This process based camp helps your little ones imagination soar as they put together a “show” of their own creation. By using theatre games, music, and creative movement your first time actor will create a story to share on stage, and brings a show to life. This is a great way for young people to develop confidence and self esteem, in a low-pressure environment. Parents, grandparents and caregivers are all invited to see the final results in an open class style presentation.
- PERFECT FOR: Exploring theatre for the first time, non-readers, ages 4-7, introductory level learning, those looking for a shorter camp day.
- AGES: Pre K – 1st Grade
- WHEN: Monday, June 18 through Friday, June, 22
- TIME: 9:00am – 12:00pm
- FEE: $125.00 – $50.00 non-refundable deposit required at time of registration.
- OPEN CLASS PERFORMANCE: Friday, 22nd at 5pm (no fee for presentation)
- CAMP STAFF: Jonah Conner is our camp director for both the Pee Wee’s and Little’s camp. He holds a Bachelors degree in Theatre from Saginaw Valley State University. Aimee Hunsinger, a Clinton County native, is our helpful hand for all the camps this summer. Currently attends Indiana University of Pennsylvania where one of her majors is Theatre.
The Littles Theatre Camp: – Ages: 2nd Grade – 4th Grade
Come play onstage as Frog, Toad, and all of your favorite characters from the classic tale The Wind in the Willows. Different theater games, activities, and lessons will introduce the theatrical process and prepare campers to take the stage as the stars of their own story! This process based camp culminates in a performance of a group song, dance, and short scenes from The Wind in the Willows where we invite families and friends to watch our week of make believe come to life!
PERFECT FOR: Campers with a k-3 reading level, an introductory theater experience, those looking for a shorter camp day, those looking for an exploratory process based camp.
- AGES: 2nd Grade to 4th Grade
- WHEN: Monday, July 9- Friday July, 13
- TIME: 9:00am – 1:00pm. (Friday, July 13 day may be extended)
- PERFORMANCES: Performance on Friday, July 13 at 5pm
- FEE: $150.00 – $50.00 non-refundable deposit at time of registration
- TICKETS: All tickets $5.
- TUITION INCLUDES: 2 adult comps per camper. Scholarships are available
- CAMP STAFF: Jonah Conner is our camp director for both the Pee Wee’s and Little’s camp. He holds a Bachelors degree in Theatre from Saginaw Valley State University. Aimee Hunsinger, a Clinton County native, is our helpful hand for all the camps this summer. Currently attends Indiana University of Pennsylvania where one of her majors is Theatre.