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SUMMER 2024
THEATER CAMPS
Instructor: Jessica Curtis
Location: Sunset Knoll Recreation Center
Ages: 7-13
Please note: refund requests must be made three working days before first day of camp.
NEWSIES JR. SNEAK PEAK
Get a head start on auditions for our summer production! This week of camp will
cover a short selection from Newsies Jr. allowing participants to become familiar
with the story, music and themes of this energetic and inspiring show.
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211157-01 Tu-F 05/28 - 05/31 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $100/$105
SKETCH, IMPROV & GAMES
Let the creative juices flow with this camp that creates whole shows out of thin air.
Guided improv and entertaining theatre games lead to a final performance in this
loose, fun camp!
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211157-02 M-F 06/10 - 06/14 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $125/$130
THE MUSIC OF MUSICALS
In this melodic camp, learn about the many styles and sounds that make up
musical theatre. Culminating in a short final presentation, this camp is for singers
and non singers alike.
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211157-03 M-F 06/24 - 06/28 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $125/$130
BROADWAY DANCE INTENSIVE
Theatrical dance is more than jazz hands. Learn a classic routine or two and some
common (and uncommon) movement styles and steps in this high energy camp.
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211157-04 M-F 07/08 - 07/12 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $125/$130
TECHNICAL THEATRE
Discover all of the artistry that goes into a show, even if you never step onstage.
We explore how scenic design, lighting, projection, sound, costuming make up and
props bring production to new heights.
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211157-05 M-F 07/22 - 07/26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $125/$130
THEATRE
THEATRE
SUMMER THEATRE PRODUCTION - NEWSIES JR.
(Ages 7-16)
Actors in grades 3-8 will work together to create quality, age appropriate
productions suitable for family viewing. Auditions are required in order to be a part
of the cast. This will allow us to assess the comfort level of children as performers,
evaluate their skills and find the role that will best suit their personality and
talent. There is no cost to audition. Children will be seen in small groups during
their audition time slot. They will be asked to sing 16 bars (measures of music) of
a musical theatre song, to learn a short dance with their group and perform it,
and possibly to read short scenes from the script (called sides). They will fill out
a short audition form listing their possible conflicts and any previous experience,
and will have a digital photograph taken for the artistic staff's reference during
casting. Casting will be based on availability, ability and attitude. Cast members
will be enrolled in the program as a class and must pay a participation fee. This fee
covers professional instruction throughout the process, a copy of the script which
performers may keep, a cast t-shirt and all production costs.
Instructor: Jessica Curtis
Location: Sunset Knoll Recreation Center
Auditions: Wednesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 6 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. Please
sign up for an audition time at tinyurl.com/lombardnewsies.
Rehearsals: Wednesday and Friday evenings, 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Rehearsals will
begin June 12.
Tech Week: Monday, July 29 - Thursday, August 1 (performers will meet everyday
this week only before the scheduled performances).
Performance Dates: Friday, August 2 - Sunday, August 4
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
211160-01 W, F 06/12 - 08/02 5:00 - 7:00 pm $300/$325
ABOUT THE PLAY!
When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense,
the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike
against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are
stronger united and create a movement to fight for what's right. Disney's
Newsies Jr. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical. Inspired
by the rousing 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.
PROGRAM MANAGER:
PATTI PLOMB | pplomb@lombardparks.com
