Raise the curtain on summer fun with the new Summer Youth Theatre Experience offered by Syracuse Stage in cooperation with the Near Westside Initiative. Children ages 11-14 are invited to create and perform under the guidance of professional teaching artists from Syracuse Stage. Participants will be able to choose from different programs in two locations: at the newly opened SALTspace performing arts center and at Syracuse Stage.
Program One: Near Westside Experience—From Page to Stage
During each weeklong experience, participants will develop a story from an idea to performance as they create and perform their original work. Sessions include acting, improvisation, voice and creative writing.
Location:
SALTspace, 102 Wyoming St., Syracuse, New York
Dates:
Week 1 – July 15-19, Acting Out Loud
Week 2 – July 22-26, Creating Characters
Individuals are welcome to participate in one or both weeks.
Time:
10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Tuition:
Register by May 1 for the early-bird rate of $225 per week. After May 1, the rate increases to $250.
Before and after care is available.
To Apply: Register online now at http://www.syracusestage.org/summerprograms.php. Space limited. Scholarships available.
Program Two: Syracuse Stage Experience—“A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Participants will develop their acting skills with movement, voice and character development as they prepare for a presentation of Shakespeare’s comedy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Location:
Syracuse Stage, 820 E. Genesee St., Syracuse, New York
Dates:
July 29-Aug. 9 (Monday through Friday)
Time:
10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Tuition:
Register by May 1 for the early-bird rate of $500. After May 1, the rate increases to $550.
Before and after care is available.
Special price for all four weeks: Register by May 1 for the early-bird rate of $800 ($250 savings—one week free).
To Apply: Register online now at http://www.syracusestage.org/summerprograms.php. Space limited. Scholarships available.
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