Visit Our Downtown Cabaret Theatre J.R. Summer 2016 Program Website
203.576.1636
maggie[AT]mycabaret.org
263 Golden Hill Street
Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604
CAMPER AGES: Grades 1-6 for one program; Grades 6-12 for another program
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays 9:30-3pm - both age groups
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: DCT Jr. is a comprehensive immersive theatre experience for young actors, supported by a professional creative staff of directors and designers at the Downtown Cabaret in downtown Bridgeport, CT. Both sessions will create a full production of a musical, starting with the initial audition and followed by a multi-week rehearsal process, culminating in an exciting weekend of performances where family and friends can enjoy your hard work from the audience. No previous experience required! Grades 1-6 will perform PRINCESS AND THE PEA and Grades 6-12 will perform BYE BYE BIRDIE.
Princess and the Pea Program Dates: July 5 - July 24
Bye Bye Birdie Program Dates: June 27 - July 31
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, and more.
OTHER CAMP INFO: ABOUT THE SHOWS
BYE BYE BIRDIE (Entering grades 6-12 in Fall 2016): A timeless classic! Conrad Birdie is the biggest rock & roll star of the 60’s ever to be drafted. Aspiring chemist and songwriter Albert is convinced he can make his fortune and marry his girlfriend Rosie if he gets Conrad on the Ed Sullivan show to kiss a high school girl goodbye.” A NOTE ON CASTING: Based on demand, if attendance is strong we may double cast the show. Regardless, each student is guaranteed two performances in their role.
PRINCESS AND THE PEA (Entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2016): A DCT Original! When a handsome young prince falls in love with an unknown princess, there is only one way to prove she is true royalty. Based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen, this new retelling of the classic story is filled with music, fun, and a few surprises along the way. A NOTE ON CASTING: Based on demand, if attendance is strong we may double cast the show. Regardless, each student is guaranteed two performances in their role.
DCT RISING STARS: In addition to starring in BYE BYE BIRDIE and PRINCESS AND THE PEA, our participants will also star in an open mic night where they can showcase their talents by performing scenes and songs from their favorite musicals and plays! This performance will involve both age groups and be an excellent chance to show off and play parts they’ve always wanted to play!
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