American Theatre Wing (NYC
CALLING HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE KIDS! If you love theatre design but aren’t quite sure where you fit in and are from a historically underrepresented population, apply to #SpringboardtoDesign, a one-week FREE summer program that explores the field of American theatre design! Applications are now open! Apply here: http://bit.ly/3Y7wE52
Arts Bridge MT intenstive
Baldwin Wallace University, Ohio Rising high school seniors considering a major or minor in musical theater learn how to make the right college choice and gain valuable insight into preparing for auditions and applications as well as technique and repertoire. Approx $6000
https://artsbridge.com/summer/musical-theater/
https://artsbridge.com/summer/musical-theater/
BAA (BROADWAY ARTISTS ALLIANCE) NYC
Sundays to support Juniors on the college application process aims to support and guide High School Juniors prior to the College Audition Process, and will have them fully prepared with their 4-6 piece package by the end of the 8 weeks!
8 weeks - approx $1200
broadwayartistsalliance.org/programs/college-audition-prep-conservatory/
https://broadwayartistsalliance.org/programs/college-audition-prep-conservatory/
8 weeks - approx $1200
broadwayartistsalliance.org/programs/college-audition-prep-conservatory/
https://broadwayartistsalliance.org/programs/college-audition-prep-conservatory/
Boston University Summer Theatre Institute
APPLY: Just in! Boston University Summer Theatre Institute (BUSTI) has officially extended its application deadline for high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors to April 17!
What's BUSTI? The five-week pre-college experience for high school theatre artists is designed to mirror the first-year BFA experience within the Boston University CFA School of Theatre. The program, which runs this year from July 2-August 5, offers courses in acting, design, theatre for social change, movement, audition, and rehearsal techniques. Students also participate in immersive theatre workshops and create an original piece of theatre.
The program holds space for healing, exploration, dialogue, and adventurous play, celebrating theatre artists' individual journeys and working together to answer the question: How will we become the artists the world needs today?
Learn more about BUSTI! http://spr.ly/61833hbMt
What's BUSTI? The five-week pre-college experience for high school theatre artists is designed to mirror the first-year BFA experience within the Boston University CFA School of Theatre. The program, which runs this year from July 2-August 5, offers courses in acting, design, theatre for social change, movement, audition, and rehearsal techniques. Students also participate in immersive theatre workshops and create an original piece of theatre.
The program holds space for healing, exploration, dialogue, and adventurous play, celebrating theatre artists' individual journeys and working together to answer the question: How will we become the artists the world needs today?
Learn more about BUSTI! http://spr.ly/61833hbMt
Camp Broadway for Boy Scouts (NY)
Currently Not Running
Camp Broadway for Boy Scouts, open to girls and boys 11-17 (6th-12th grade), August 2023, Brant Lake, NY.
BSA membership is not required (non-scouts are welcome!).
https://www.ghvbsa.org/broadway...
Camp Broadway for Boy Scouts, open to girls and boys 11-17 (6th-12th grade), August 2023, Brant Lake, NY.
BSA membership is not required (non-scouts are welcome!).
https://www.ghvbsa.org/broadway...
Carnegie Mellon Summer Program
Acting, Singing, Dance, Scene painting, Design, Lighting, Sound, Technical Production, Costumes, playwriting, directing etc. - application process starts now through March 1. Don't wait!!! Must be at least 16 and a rising Junior or Senior
Applications due Feb 1 approx $9000
Runs Mid June through Early August
https://www.drama.cmu.edu/programs/summer-pre-college/
Applications due Feb 1 approx $9000
Runs Mid June through Early August
https://www.drama.cmu.edu/programs/summer-pre-college/
DePaul University (Chicago, IL)
The Theatre School at DePaul University
https://theatre.depaul.edu/.../summer.../Pages/default.aspx
https://theatre.depaul.edu/.../summer.../Pages/default.aspx
Emerson College (Boston, MA)
Emerson Pre-College Design/Technology for Stage & Screen
Rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders
Stage Design/Musical Theatre/ Acting/ Digital Film introduces you to the rigors of Emerson's nationally renowned undergraduate BFA training program. The five-week program, eligible for four college credits, focuses on technique-based training in skill development, which emphasizes process. The priority is not on performance or production, but on the fundamentals, vocabulary and discipline of the craft. Preparation for college admission auditions will also be addressed.
Rolling admission
https://emerson.edu/.../pre.../designtechnology-stage-screen
Rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders
Stage Design/Musical Theatre/ Acting/ Digital Film introduces you to the rigors of Emerson's nationally renowned undergraduate BFA training program. The five-week program, eligible for four college credits, focuses on technique-based training in skill development, which emphasizes process. The priority is not on performance or production, but on the fundamentals, vocabulary and discipline of the craft. Preparation for college admission auditions will also be addressed.
Rolling admission
https://emerson.edu/.../pre.../designtechnology-stage-screen
Florida State University Summer Program
Two week intensive for rising junior or senior students Approx $2800 doesnt include travel to or from
Prescreens/audition based program like the college process it is not a typical summer camp. MTI is an intense program designed for high school students that intend to pursue a degree or career in music theatre it does have a cabaret performance at the end of the session
https://theatre.fsu.edu/music-theatre-intensive/
Prescreens/audition based program like the college process it is not a typical summer camp. MTI is an intense program designed for high school students that intend to pursue a degree or career in music theatre it does have a cabaret performance at the end of the session
https://theatre.fsu.edu/music-theatre-intensive/
Ghostlight Theater Camp (ME)
Theater camp in a more “summer camp-like” environment.
Open to ages 9 - 17; three and six week options.
Also check out the Work With Us section for college student (and beyond) summer job opportunities.
https://ghostlighttheatercamp.com/
Open to ages 9 - 17; three and six week options.
Also check out the Work With Us section for college student (and beyond) summer job opportunities.
https://ghostlighttheatercamp.com/
Indiana University
Open to High School Students -- it looks like the Design and Tech Creation division may be a new addition in 2023 (the sample schedule link is "under construction" as of 1/9/23).
https://theatre.indiana.edu/.../midsummer-theatre.html
There is also a High School Production Intern Program for ages 15 and up who live locally (non-residential): https://theatre.indiana.edu/.../high.../internship.html
https://theatre.indiana.edu/.../midsummer-theatre.html
There is also a High School Production Intern Program for ages 15 and up who live locally (non-residential): https://theatre.indiana.edu/.../high.../internship.html
Interlochen Center for the Arts (MI)
Summer Program for High School Students (6 weeks approx $10,000) (3 weeks approx $6,700)
Theatre Design & Production
Acting
Costume
Song Writing
Stagemanagement
Open to high school students; two sessions
Priority Application Deadline is January 15th
Theatre Design & Production
Acting
Costume
Song Writing
Stagemanagement
Open to high school students; two sessions
Priority Application Deadline is January 15th
Institute for American Musical Theater (IAMT)
2 or 4 week program in NYC approx $2-4000
iamt-nyc.com/summer-intensive
https://iamt-nyc.com/summer-intensive
iamt-nyc.com/summer-intensive
https://iamt-nyc.com/summer-intensive
Ithaca Musical Theatre
Ithaca Musical Theatre - Acting and Musical Theatre summer programs by audition only. You can send in tapes, dvds or youtube videos. https://www.ithaca.edu/academics/extended-studies/pre-college-programs
Juilliard Summer School
Juilliard Summer School, NYC - Due to ongoing construction at Juilliard, the Complete Choral Musician and the Dalcroze Institute will not be offered in 2009. The Summer Dance Intensive, Summer Percussion Seminar, Interpreting for the Theater Institute, and the Juilliard String Quartet Seminar, will take place as scheduled.
LONDON - Mountview
Loyola Marymount (Los Angeles)
Loyola Marymount Design for Stage and Screen
Open to rising juniors and seniors in HS
Priority application deadline is March 15.
https://summer.lmu.edu/.../designforstageandscreen/...
Open to rising juniors and seniors in HS
Priority application deadline is March 15.
https://summer.lmu.edu/.../designforstageandscreen/...
The Muny
This three-week program in St. Louis invites 12 rising high school juniors and seniors from across the nation to participate in an immersive theatrical experience like no other! Approx fee $5800
The Muny Summer Intensive runs mid July thru first week of Aug. Applications will be accepted Dec. 1 through March 1, using the Acceptd platform.
https://muny.org/education/the-muny-summer-intensive/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22614885069&gbraid=0AAAAABfzZfltefdE6f_VT7fCQet780DXI&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoPqz053yjQMVsmVHAR1aSgwrEAAYASAAEgJMHvD_BwE
The Muny Summer Intensive runs mid July thru first week of Aug. Applications will be accepted Dec. 1 through March 1, using the Acceptd platform.
https://muny.org/education/the-muny-summer-intensive/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22614885069&gbraid=0AAAAABfzZfltefdE6f_VT7fCQet780DXI&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIoPqz053yjQMVsmVHAR1aSgwrEAAYASAAEgJMHvD_BwE
Northwestern University (IL)
Northwestern National High School Institute (Jan 1 early admin or March 1 gener admin)
The Musical Theatre tuition includes both the 5-week Theatre Arts Program and a 2-week Musical Theatre Extension. Design/Tech students may also apply for the full 7-weeks and will stage manage one of the 5-week productions as well as one of the musical theatre showcases.
https://nhsi.northwestern.edu/theatre-arts-division-2/
The Musical Theatre tuition includes both the 5-week Theatre Arts Program and a 2-week Musical Theatre Extension. Design/Tech students may also apply for the full 7-weeks and will stage manage one of the 5-week productions as well as one of the musical theatre showcases.
https://nhsi.northwestern.edu/theatre-arts-division-2/
NYU Tisch Summer HS Residential Program (NYC)
Tisch Summer High School Production and Design Workshop
Acting
Dance
The summer drama program includes 28 hours per week of conservatory training in one of four more specified training programs and a seminar on the profession of performance.
Open to current HS sophomores and juniors. (6 weeks approx $14,000)
Admission application opens August 1, and the deadline is in early January.
https://tisch.nyu.edu/.../drama--production-and-design...
Acting
Dance
The summer drama program includes 28 hours per week of conservatory training in one of four more specified training programs and a seminar on the profession of performance.
Open to current HS sophomores and juniors. (6 weeks approx $14,000)
Admission application opens August 1, and the deadline is in early January.
https://tisch.nyu.edu/.../drama--production-and-design...
PENN STATE
Students will get a sample of the rigors of artistic training as well as an idea of the unique components of integrated training that are the hallmark of Penn State Musical Theatre. Practical classes and advice in navigating the college audition process as well as the professional musical theatre industry will also be included.
two week program for rising Junior or Senior - 30-35 students accepted by audition from mid June to early July
Approx $3250
https://arts.psu.edu/academics/school-of-theatre/state-musical-theatre-summer-program
two week program for rising Junior or Senior - 30-35 students accepted by audition from mid June to early July
Approx $3250
https://arts.psu.edu/academics/school-of-theatre/state-musical-theatre-summer-program
The Performing Arts Project
All programs require an audition for acceptance.
Our summer programs offer vibrant theatrical training in the disciplines of acting, singing, and dancing, plus many other connected fields. We currently offer four summer intensives: Blueprint, our two-week program for high school and gap year students, focusing on technique and audition preparation, Compass: Acting for Camera, our one-week program for students ages 14-25 which provides technique training in all aspects of on-camera work, Compass: Dance for Movers, our one-week program for students in high school and gap year, focusing on improving dance technique and dance audition skills, and Panorama, our three-week program for students ages 16 to 25, focusing on developing creativity and artistry within a technical framework
www.performingartsproject.com/programs/ https://www.performingartsproject.com/programs/
Our summer programs offer vibrant theatrical training in the disciplines of acting, singing, and dancing, plus many other connected fields. We currently offer four summer intensives: Blueprint, our two-week program for high school and gap year students, focusing on technique and audition preparation, Compass: Acting for Camera, our one-week program for students ages 14-25 which provides technique training in all aspects of on-camera work, Compass: Dance for Movers, our one-week program for students in high school and gap year, focusing on improving dance technique and dance audition skills, and Panorama, our three-week program for students ages 16 to 25, focusing on developing creativity and artistry within a technical framework
www.performingartsproject.com/programs/ https://www.performingartsproject.com/programs/
Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC)
Alternative (not college) paid training program in NYC at Roundabout Theatre:
Having partnered with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E), Roundabout Theatre Company has delivered this new alternative to training behind-the-scenes theatre technicians.
Established in 2016, this program has changed the landscape of technical theatre training. Our participants, ranging from 18-24 years old, will work hands-on in four disciplines while training with some of the industry’s top working professionals.
https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/.../theatrical.../...
Having partnered with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E), Roundabout Theatre Company has delivered this new alternative to training behind-the-scenes theatre technicians.
Established in 2016, this program has changed the landscape of technical theatre training. Our participants, ranging from 18-24 years old, will work hands-on in four disciplines while training with some of the industry’s top working professionals.
https://www.roundabouttheatre.org/.../theatrical.../...
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, London, UK
School of Creative and Performing Arts
SOCAPA — summer filmmaking camp intensives (also photography, dance, music, and acting) in Manhattan, Los Angeles, and Burlington, VT, ages 14-17 and 15-18.
www.socapa.org
www.socapa.org
SSTI (Hilton Head, SC)
Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute
Current 8th - 12th grade students
Two one-month sessions. “Early Admission” application due in December or January (exact deadline will be on the application website!); regular deadline in early March.
https://www.summertheatreinstitute.com/technical-theatre...
Current 8th - 12th grade students
Two one-month sessions. “Early Admission” application due in December or January (exact deadline will be on the application website!); regular deadline in early March.
https://www.summertheatreinstitute.com/technical-theatre...
SUTE Loyola Summer University Theater Experience
The MT Track for Rising Seniors and Gap Year Students offers the opportunity to work with the top Musical Theatre Faculty across the nation and experience University Level MT Training and gain the tools for success in their upcoming College Auditions. The MT Track gives students the opportunity to learn different vocal techniques and styles and the chance to perform potential audition material for feedback on their song choice as well as how to act their song. Musical Theatre students learn about the importance of vocal health. Along with their singing training, students participate in acting classes. They will also experience the rigors of a University level Musical Theatre dance class. Each faculty member discusses the different aspects of their program and audition process.SUTE UP MT Track offers Rising Sophomores and Juniors the opportunity to work with the top Musical Theatre Faculty across the nation and experience University Level MT Training and gain the tools to focus on what students need to work on during their Sophomore/Junior Year in High School in preparation for their Senior Year. Classes will include Song Rep, Vocal Health and Techniques, Acting Techniques, Dance Techniques and Audition Techniques. SUTE UP students work with the same incredible MT Faculty as the MT Track.
https://summeruniversitytheatreexperience.com/
https://summeruniversitytheatreexperience.com/
Temple University (PA)
Temple University School of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts summer programs for HS students
https://tfma.temple.edu/events/workshop-and-intensives
https://tfma.temple.edu/events/workshop-and-intensives
Theatre Engineering Program at Purdue
"Outside the BFA box" program: Adding this, for future reference. Click the link to see the helpful discussion.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/284639186361546/permalink/790911319067661/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/284639186361546/permalink/790911319067661/
Texas State University (San Marcos, TX)
Two weeks, residential, open to high school students
Registration deadline is May 15th (Application opens in January)
https://sotdf.txst.edu/theatre/summer-camps/nexus-texas-state-musical-theatre-pre-college-intensive.htmlsotdf.txst.edu/theatre/summer-camps/nexus-texas-state-musical-theatre-pre-college-intensive.html
https://www.theatreanddance.txst.edu/.../texas-state...
Registration deadline is May 15th (Application opens in January)
https://sotdf.txst.edu/theatre/summer-camps/nexus-texas-state-musical-theatre-pre-college-intensive.htmlsotdf.txst.edu/theatre/summer-camps/nexus-texas-state-musical-theatre-pre-college-intensive.html
https://www.theatreanddance.txst.edu/.../texas-state...
Texas A&M Corpus Christi
Texas A&M Corpus Christi - It’s a theatre camp that teaches more than acting, lighting, props and costume design – it’s an immersive experience promoting creativity, comradery and healthy competition.
UCLA Costume
UCLA Design Innovation Summer Institute - Costume
Ages 14 - 20 (HS and College students)
Application opens February 15th
https://summer.ucla.edu/.../costume-design-summer-institute/
Ages 14 - 20 (HS and College students)
Application opens February 15th
https://summer.ucla.edu/.../costume-design-summer-institute/
UCLA Stage Management
UCLA Summer Institute (approx $4500)
Stage Management
Scenic Design
Costume
Lighting/Sound
So many more - go to their web site and look around
Ages 15 - 22
Application opens February 15 deadline line May 30
Stage Management
Scenic Design
Costume
Lighting/Sound
So many more - go to their web site and look around
Ages 15 - 22
Application opens February 15 deadline line May 30
University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI) (MPULSE)
University of Michigan MPulse
MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes on the Ann Arbor campus, inspire students to exciting new levels of excellence in music performance, music technology, musical theatre, theatre, and dance. Sessions are designed for students who are considering studying these areas in college. Participants work with distinguished University of Michigan faculty and alumni while experiencing campus life in Ann Arbor.
Application Jan 15 - February 15
Approx $6000
Design & Production Track NEW in 2022
https://smtd.umich.edu/.../mpulse/theatre-drama-academy/
https://smtd.umich.edu/engagement-outreach/youth-programs/mpulse/musical-theatre-workshop/
MPulse Summer Performing Arts Institutes on the Ann Arbor campus, inspire students to exciting new levels of excellence in music performance, music technology, musical theatre, theatre, and dance. Sessions are designed for students who are considering studying these areas in college. Participants work with distinguished University of Michigan faculty and alumni while experiencing campus life in Ann Arbor.
Application Jan 15 - February 15
Approx $6000
Design & Production Track NEW in 2022
https://smtd.umich.edu/.../mpulse/theatre-drama-academy/
https://smtd.umich.edu/engagement-outreach/youth-programs/mpulse/musical-theatre-workshop/
University of North Caroline School of the Arts
University of North Carolina School of the Arts - music, drama, film making, dance, combat, visual arts, composition, piano - application process starts January through April 1. Don't Wait!!!!! Faculty members of UNCSA’s internationally renowned School of Drama, along with distinguished guest artists, are the faculty in this summer intensive, which emphasizes the process that leads to excellent performance. The school’s multi-disciplinary approach to training for the stage, film and television carries over to the summer intensive. Here, young acting students – rising high school sophomores and up – will spend their days focused on fundamentals of the craft – acting, dance and singing. No previous experience is required, just the passion and persistence for a serious engagement with actor training in a conservatory environment.
Weston Summer Theater (local)
Weston Summer Theater - Middle School (5-9th) and High School has options for performance and tech - need to audtion opens early fall
The mission of Weston Drama Workshop is to provide participants in grades 5 to age 23 an extraordinary education in and appreciation of live theatre. We cultivate a caring, respectful, collaborative environment that encourages those involved to attain their highest levels of excellence- both onstage and behind the scenes- in professionally directed, fully realized theatrical productions. The culmination of affordable, engaging performances enriches our community and fosters lifelong friendships through the creation and celebration of dramatic art.
The mission of Weston Drama Workshop is to provide participants in grades 5 to age 23 an extraordinary education in and appreciation of live theatre. We cultivate a caring, respectful, collaborative environment that encourages those involved to attain their highest levels of excellence- both onstage and behind the scenes- in professionally directed, fully realized theatrical productions. The culmination of affordable, engaging performances enriches our community and fosters lifelong friendships through the creation and celebration of dramatic art.
Yale (New Haven, CT)
Directing for high school graduates and college students
https://summer.yale.edu/courses.../10-day-directing-workshop
https://summer.yale.edu/courses.../10-day-directing-workshop
