Summer Musical Theatre
Workshop 2008

Classes

Scout Workshops

Registration Forms

Class Policies

Each 2 week workshop culminates in a full-scale production with costumes and props performed on Adventure Theatre's Main Stage. 9 am - 3 pm.

Aftercare available through Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture (GEPPAC). Please contact them for more information at (301) 634-2222.

Session 1 June 9 – 20 (Full with a wait list)
Session 2 June 23 - July 3 (a few spots available. Fax or mail in your registration form today!)
Session 3 July 7 – 18 (Full with a wait list)
Session 4 July 21 - August 1(Full with a wait list)
Session 5 August 4 – 15 (Full with a wait list)

• All registrations for former summer students must be received by January 25, 2008
• Walk-in registration for new students will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2008 from 9 am to 12 pm at Adventure Theatre. We highly recommend attending the walk-in registration as most sessions are full after this date. All mailed and faxed registration forms will be held until after the Walk-in registration and processed in the order they were received on Monday, January 28, 2008.

REFUNDS FOR SUMMER WORKSHOPS: If you wish to cancel, you must notify the Theatre in writing at least 30 working days prior to the start of the session in order to receive a tuition refund minus the non-refundable deposit ($175).

Adventure Theatre’s wonderful new 2008/2009 programming is full of inspired journeys and theatrical imaginings all within the cozy, artistic, and creative atmosphere at Glen Echo Park.

Fall classes are 10 weeks long and start the week of September 8, 2008
Winter classes are 10 weeks long and begin January 12, 2009 (please note: Spring Musical Theatre workshop begins January 20, 2009)
Spring classes are 8 weeks long and begin the week of April 20, 2009 (take 20% off for the 8 week tuition price)
All prices include registration fee! Siblings who sign up for classes in the same session receive a 10% discount! Bring a friend and receive a 10% discount!

Creative Drama Mama (and Dads and Grandparents and Caregivers too!)
(Ages 2-4 with adult) Take a trip with your child through their imagination and yours The instructor will guide the class on a theatrical journey through fairy tales, fables, tall tales and more. Instructor guided, and child inspired (working toward child guided).Mondays 10-10:45, Thursdays 10-10:45, Saturdays 9:15-10; 10:15-11:00 -- $200.

Preschool Adventures in Theatre – (ages 3-5) A wonderful introduction to theatre filled with imaginative journeys, theatre games, improvisation and more. Students will learn self-confidence, cooperation, teamwork, and creative thinking. Mondays 11-11:45; 1:45-2:30,
Tuesdays 11-11:45; 1:45-2:30, Saturdays 10:15-11, 11:15-12:00 --$200

Adventures in Theatre – (ages 6-8) Take a journey through drama and the basics of acting, improvisation, and character development through theatre games and fun acting exercises. Monday 4-5, Wednesday 4-5 -- $200

Adventures in Theatre Too!– (ages 9-11) Take a journey through imagination brought to life through the magic of theatre! Students will learn acting methods through theater games, improvisation, and character development by tackling the adventures faced by characters in Adventure Theatre plays, timeless stories and stories of their own. Mondays 5-6, Wednesdays 5-6 --$200

Fall Musical Theatre Workshop- “Oh, the thinks you can think, When you think about Seuss!” Be part of an ensemble of Dr. Seuss characters who sing, dance, and act in “Seussical Jr.” on Adventure Theatre’s Stage! Students will learn basic musical theatre technique, voice, movement, and acting while gaining confidence and learning to work within an ensemble. All enrollees are guaranteed a speaking and/or singing part. (grades 2-8) Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6 --$500 – tuition is not refundable after the first class

Spring Musical Theatre Workshop-The jungle will be jumpin’ with jazz in this exciting Disney classic production of “TheJungle Book”! Students will learn basic musical theatre technique, voice, movement, and acting while gaining confidence and learning to work within an ensemble. All enrollees are guaranteed a speaking and singing part. (grades 2-8) Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6 --$500-– tuition is not refundable after the first class.

Adventures in Technical Theatre – Learn the technical side of theatre (lighting, sound, and stage and costume design, and have a hands-on experience using skills learned in class to design the Fall Musical Theatre Workshop (Seussical Jr) and Spring Musical Theatre Workshop (The Jungle Book). Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6 -- $325

Light Saber Adventures –(ages 7-12) Learn to safely wield a Star Wars Saber. This class will teach lessons in safety, discipline, how to focus, teamwork and conflict resolution all within the safe framework of basic stage combat movement. Wednesdays 4-5:30 --$225

Adventures in Clowning Around– Find your inner clown. Learn clowning techniques like juggling and mime to create your own original circus act. (ages 8-12). Fridays 4-5:30 --$225 (materials fee included)

Home School Adventures in Theatre – Come begin an Adventure!
Choose between our many Home School offerings that fulfill State mandated Theatre Standards:
1- Acting Adventures - Perform and participate in theatre improvisations and dramatizations to learn acting and scriptwriting fundamentals.
2- Arts in Education- Following the footprint of our Arts in Education Residencies that take place at various schools, the students, along with the instructors will collaborate on creating an original play that addresses a specific topic theatrically, using techniques designed to promote teamwork, cooperation, self-confidence, along with basic theatre techniques and beginning playwriting skills.
3- Adventures In Musical Theatre – Along with the instructor, students will help create and perform their own original musical. This hands-on class will help students gain confidence and poise as well as develop performance skills all within an empowering and positive atmosphere.

Design your own theatre curriculum according to the needs of your students.
Classes are given Tuesdays 1-2:30 and Thursdays 1-2:30. Cost-$20 per student for one-time workshops; $18 per student for multi-session workshops

Download the Spring/Fall/Winter Class Registration Form

Class Policies

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Scout and Homeschoolers Workshops

• There is a fee of $15 per person for a 1hour session or $20 per person for a 1 ½ hour session.
• Arrangements must be made in advance. Full payment is due upon reservation of your day and time.
• A minimum of ten (10) persons is needed for each workshop. Adult chaperones must attend with groups of children.
• Please call Meryl Cullom, Education Director at 301-634-2268 or email mcullom@adventuretheatre.org to make arrangements for your Workshop!

Workshops: (Unless otherwise noted, each workshop can be either one hour or 1½ hours.)

• Introduction to Mime
• How to Put on a Play (Usually done with two or three 1 ½ hour sessions.)
• Stage Make-Up Demonstration
• Set Design
• The World Backstage
• Drama Technique
• Improv
• Creative Dramatics
• Musical Theatre (usually done with three 1 1/2 hour sessions)
  

Download the Spring/Fall/Winter Class Registration Form

Download the Summer Workshop Registration Form

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Class Policies

REGISTRATION: Registration for these classes is directly with Adventure Theatre. Forms can be found online at www.adventuretheatre.org or call 301.634.2270 for more information. Students are enrolled upon receipt of registration form and payment in full. No further notification will be given unless a class is filled or cancelled. Classes fill quickly. Register at least one week prior to the start of the class.

REFUNDS FOR SPRING/FALL CLASSES: If you wish to cancel, you must notify the Theatre in writing at least 5 (five) working days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a tuition refund minus a $10 registration fee. After the first class, you may receive a tuition refund minus the registration fee and one class tuition. After the second class, no refunds will be made.

REFUNDS FOR SUMMER WORKSHOPS: If you wish to cancel, you must notify the Theatre in writing at least 30 working days prior to the start of the session in order to receive a tuition refund minus the non-refundable deposit ($175).

CLASS SIZE: Adventure Theatre reserves the right to cancel any class or program not meeting minimum enrollment requirements.

PHOTOS: Adventure Theatre reserves the right to use photos taken during the course or a program or class for promotional purposes only.