Kids On Broadway (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
17
to Jun 22

Kids On Broadway (ages 4-6 years)

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It's time for the Junior Players to make their big Broadway debut! When things don’t go as planned, our Junior Players have to learn important lessons about friendship and working together as a team. Join us for funny scenes and classic songs from some of the biggest hits Broadway has to offer!

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Annie Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
17
to Jun 22

Annie Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, Annie JR. is sure to be a hit for performers and audiences alike.

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Baby Beluga (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
24
to Jun 29

Baby Beluga (ages 4-6 years)

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Shake your sillies out and wiggle your waggles away! Baby Beluga is going on a new adventure down by the bay! Rediscover the delightful music and hilarious lyrics of popular children's songwriter, Raffi, with songs that have entertained toddlers to grade schoolers for years. His skillful combination of rhythm, rhyme and repetition makes singing loads of fun and builds speech and listening skills!

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The SpongeBob Musical (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
24
to Jun 29

The SpongeBob Musical (ages 6-16 years)

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Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world! An exciting new musical featuring irresistible characters and magical music, this deep-sea pearl of a show is set to make a splash with audiences young and old. The future is bright, the future is bold, the future is The SpongeBob Musical.

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Flakes! A Blizzard of Fun (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
8
to Jul 13

Flakes! A Blizzard of Fun (ages 4-6 years)

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As the North wind starts to blow and temperatures plummet to ten below zero, a jazzy and finger-snappin' ensemble of snowflakes takes center stage. These cool and unique snowflakes are about to prove that no two flakes are alike, and that we are all special in our own way. Join in the excitement as the Flakes and their whimsical friends, the Snirts, come to the rescue of the Littlest Snowflake. Together, they embark on a magical journey that celebrates the joy of winter and the beauty of individuality.

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Disney's Frozen Jr.
Jul
8
to Jul 13

Disney's Frozen Jr.

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Frozen JR. brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage! A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

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Oceans of Fun (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
15
to Jul 20

Oceans of Fun (ages 4-6 years)

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Join us as we venture under the sea for this delightful new musical for young performers! Featuring fun characters such as sea turtles, jellyfish, whales, octopus, lobsters, and many more, “Oceans of Fun” is sure to be a fun underwater musical adventure for all!

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Disney's Finding Nemo Jr.
Jul
15
to Jul 20

Disney's Finding Nemo Jr.

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Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.

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Pete the Cat Takes the Stage! (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
22
to Jul 27

Pete the Cat Takes the Stage! (ages 4-6 years)

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This delightful new musical based on the popular children’s book series by James Dean and Eric Litwin brings Pete the Cat and his friends to the stage to put on a show! No matter what challenges may occur, Pete and his friends stay true to their message of positive thinking and remind us to “...keep walking along and singing your song, because it’s all good...”

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Shrek The Musical Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
22
to Jul 27

Shrek The Musical Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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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. Once upon a time, in a far away 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. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.

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Where the Wild Things Are (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
29
to Aug 3

Where the Wild Things Are (ages 4-6 years)

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The Stage School brings one of the true classics of children’s literature to life in this original musical adaptation of Maurice Sendak’s beloved story. After Max’s mother sends him to bed without dinner, Max falls asleep and his room immediately transforms into a moonlit forest surrounded by a vast ocean. He sails to the land of the Wild Things, where he quickly becomes their leader. However, Max soon finds that being king is not easy, and learns a valuable lesson about the importance of home and family.

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Disney's Peter Pan Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
29
to Aug 3

Disney's Peter Pan Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook. Featuring the iconic songs, "I'm Flying," "I've Gotta Crow," "I Won't Grow Up" and "Never Never Land," and a rousing story full of magic, warmth and adventure, Peter Pan JR. is the perfect show for the child in all of us... who dreamed of soaring high and never growing up.

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Disney's Newsies Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
31
to Aug 5

Disney's Newsies Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Seize the Day with Disney’s rousing musical that has thrilled and inspired young people for generations. Inspired by the true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. Including the now-classic songs "Carrying the Banner," "Seize the Day," and "Santa Fe," Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.

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Stone Soup (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
31
to Aug 5

Stone Soup (ages 4-6 years)

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Based on an classic French folk tale, Stone Soup is an endearing story in which hungry strangers convince the people of a town to each share a small amount of their food in order to make a meal that everyone enjoys. This delightful musical version of the classic story teaches kids about generosity, kindness, and compassion.

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Disney's Descendants: The Musical (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
24
to Jul 29

Disney's Descendants: The Musical (ages 6-16 years)

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Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a brand new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the film! Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost - home of the most infamous villains who ever lived-the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island...until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps, or learn to be good?

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Disney on Parade (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
24
to Jul 29

Disney on Parade (ages 4-6 years)

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In Disney on Parade students will take to the stage with a musical revue of songs and dances from your favorite Disney classics! From Beauty and the Beast to Jungle Book to Toy Story, the most memorable Disney characters will be brought to life in this fun filled extravaganza!

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Disney's My Son Pinocchio Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
17
to Jul 22

Disney's My Son Pinocchio Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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In Disney's My Son Pinocchio JR., the classic tale of toymaker, Geppetto’s, little wooden puppet is given new life. This new musical, which retells the classic Disney story from Geppetto’s perspective, features the beloved classic songs, “When You Wish upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” alongside a host of new songs by Oscar winner and Grammy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz. Disney's My Son Pinocchio JR. is filled with a magical mix of unique roles for all types of performers — from blue Fairies, to Roustabouts and, of course, Geppetto and Pinocchio.

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Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
26
to Jul 1

Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find Themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Filled with outlandish characters, adventure galore and an upbeat score, Madagascar JR. will leave audiences with no choice but to “Move It, Move It!”

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Welcome to the Jungle (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
26
to Jul 1

Welcome to the Jungle (ages 4-6 years)

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Join Tumbili the monkey, Tembo the elephant, Kiboko the hippo, Twiga the giraffe, and the rest of the jungle gang for a very special African adventure. A group of storytellers narrate the story of Panya, a tiny mouse who uses her charm to escape the claws of Maliki, a ferocious lion. "Welcome to the Jungle" is a story of promises kept and friendships made, told in simple songs and a stylized script written especially for young performers.

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Matilda: The Musical Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
19
to Jun 24

Matilda: The Musical Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the "revolting children" who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.

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Pajama Party (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
19
to Jun 24

Pajama Party (ages 4-6 years)

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It's time for bed - time to pick up our toys, take a bath time, brush our teeth and put our PJs on to end the day. But wait! What's that noise I hear under my bed? Where's my teddy bear? See how bedtime can really be a blast in this creative and cozy musical play!

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Disney's Moana Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Aug
1
to Aug 6

Disney's Moana Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.

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Dino Stars! A Musical Variety Show (ages 4-6 years)
Aug
1
to Aug 6

Dino Stars! A Musical Variety Show (ages 4-6 years)

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They sing - they dance - they’ll make you laugh if you give them a chance! Here come the Dinostars - taking the stage to entertain you with heroic and Mesozoic acts of fun! With Raptors who rap, stand-up comedians, and even Tyrannosaurus Tex and his gang of line-dancing dinosaurs, our panel of judges have a big job ahead of them!

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School House Rock Live! Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
25
to Jul 30

School House Rock Live! Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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The Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series and pop culture phenomenon is now the basis for one of the most fun and easily mounted musicals ever to hit the stage, Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. A loose, revue-like structure allows for a great deal of flexibility in staging and cast size in this energetic musical, which follows Tom, a young schoolteacher, who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs as “Just a Bill”, “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly”, and “Conjunction Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to life.

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Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
18
to Jul 23

Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home —and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking.

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Go Fish! An Underwater Adventure (ages 4-6 years)
Jul
18
to Jul 23

Go Fish! An Underwater Adventure (ages 4-6 years)

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A Tuna Fish that can’t carry a tune? A Star Fish that can’t get an acting job? A seven-legged Octopus? A Zebra Fish with spots? A Tiger Shark who wants to be friends with everyone? Join in the aquatic fun as little Tiger Shark and his unique collection of friends discover how their differences make them each special.

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Awesome 80s (ages 6-16 years)
Jul
11
to Jul 16

Awesome 80s (ages 6-16 years)

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Take a totally tubular trip back in time on a musical adventure from the decade that brought us the rubik’s cube, Back to the Future, and the California Raisins. So crimp your hair and tight roll those jeans to experience this bodacious, rocking, and heartfelt coming of age tale with unforgettable classics as “We Got the Beat”, “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”, and “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go”. Students of all ages will delight in this radical blast from the past!

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James and the Giant Peach Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
27
to Jul 2

James and the Giant Peach Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this “masterpeach” of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.

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Swamped! The Musical (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
27
to Jul 2

Swamped! The Musical (ages 4-6 years)

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The swamp is all a-buzz with party preparations galore! Naturally, the turtles are running late, and Bully the Frog is being a bully. The frogs have learned a new dance they want to share. The tadpoles are growing appendages (yikes!) and the dragonfly larvae need encouragement to spread their wings and fly. Lessons of friendship, tolerance, courage to face the future, and more, abound!

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Disney's Aladdin Jr. (ages 6-16 years)
Jun
20
to Jun 25

Disney's Aladdin Jr. (ages 6-16 years)

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Disney’s Aladdin JR. tells the story of the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for our young performers!

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Lemonade! A Musical for Young Singers (ages 4-6 years)
Jun
20
to Jun 25

Lemonade! A Musical for Young Singers (ages 4-6 years)

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Join in the fairytale frenzy when Chicken Little, the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, the Cat with a fiddle, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue and a host of other characters are having a BAD DAY! But with the help of a cheerful Mother Goose, discover how they learn to make the best out of life’s ups and downs.

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Super Star: The Musicals of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Ages 6-16)
Aug
2
to Aug 6

Super Star: The Musicals of Andrew Lloyd Webber (Ages 6-16)

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Few composers have generated more hit musicals that Andrew Lloyd Webber. This week we will dive into the songs, dances, and scenes from his incredible body of work, with selections from “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, “Cats”, “Evita”, “School of Rock” plus more! There will be a filmed performance on the last day of camp to showcase our work.

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Birth of Rock N Roll (Ages 6-16)
Jul
26
to Jul 30

Birth of Rock N Roll (Ages 6-16)

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Popular television host Ted Sullivan is about to introduce Rock ‘n Roll to the world during the most important broadcast of his career, unless the scheming Ron Nasty and his henchmen can stop the show before it airs! Featuring characters and songs from the Beatles, the Beach Boys, Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and many more, we guarantee you’ll want to swoon and croon right along. Don’t step on our “Blue Suede Shoes” because “Rock and Roll is here to Stay!” There will be a filmed performance on the last day of camp.

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Blast From The Past (Ages 6-16)
Jul
19
to Jul 23

Blast From The Past (Ages 6-16)

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Get ready to hop in your time machine and spend a week acting, singing, and dancing to hit shows such as “Grease”, “Hairspray”, “Bye Bye Birdie” and “Jersey Boys”! There will be a filmed performance on the last day of camp to showcase our work.

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Kids On Broadway (Ages 6-16)
Jul
12
to Jul 16

Kids On Broadway (Ages 6-16)

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For “Kids On Broadway” we will learn and perform songs, scenes, and dances from musicals featuring young performers! We will work on material from hit shows such as “Annie”, “Newsies”, “Matilda”, “Oliver”, plus many more! There will be a filmed performance on the last day of camp to showcase our work.

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Once Upon A Time (Ages 6-16)
Jul
5
to Jul 9

Once Upon A Time (Ages 6-16)

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Students will live “happily ever after” as we learn and perform songs, scenes, and dances from our favorite fairy tale musicals, including Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”, “Once Upon a Mattress” and “Into The Woods.”

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