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Session 8 JT Studio 7-12: Cabaret
with Various Instructors
Grades 7-12
Session 8, July 27-31 2026
Come hear the music play! This cabaret-style camp is designed for performers looking to take center stage and own the spotlight. Strengthen vocal technique and deepen storytelling skills while refining stage presence, musical interpretation, and the art of connecting with a live audience. Explore repertoire across genres, collaborate on duets and group numbers, and shape a performance that feels bold, polished, and uniquely yours.
This camp week culminates in a concert-style showcase. Whether delivering a powerhouse ballad or blending in tight harmony, this is your moment to shine!
JT studio is an intensive program geared towards students who want a faster paced "rehearsal & performance" experience. Classes will primarily emphasize acting, though other theatrical elements (playwriting, movement, auditioning, etc) may be included.
***Students should come to camp with a sack lunch and two extra snacks. Please send students in clothes they can move in; no flip flops. For the safety of all students, we have a closed classroom policy. Adults are not permitted to sit in on JT camps until our invited Open Sharing on the final day of camp.***
Session 9 Tech Camp 7-12
with Various Instructors
Grades 7-12
Session 9, August 3-7 2026
Welcome to Tech Camp! This course gives students a hands-on introduction to Technical Theatre. In this camp, we’ll get our hands dirty while learning tool safety, painting techniques, Foley sound effects, and stage management. To prepare, please come to class dressed appropriately. Wear clothes you can move around in (no baggy clothing) and that can get messy or have paint on them. You must also wear closed-toe shoes—no Crocs or slip-ons. A great choice for teens with an interest in backstage work and fully rounding out their theatrical experience!
***Students should come to camp with a sack lunch and two extra snacks. For the safety of all students, we have a closed classroom policy. Adults are not permitted to sit in on JT camps until our invited Open Sharing on the final day of camp.***
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Homeschool: Myths and Legends
with Julia Giolzetti
Grades 5+
Journey into the world of heroes, gods, and legendary creatures as you bring timeless myths to life on stage! Drawing inspiration from Greek mythology and other classic legends, explore dynamic characters, tackle exciting scenes, and discover what makes these stories endure. Through scene study, ensemble collaboration, and character-driven performance, actors will strengthen their technique while creating unforgettable theatrical moments worthy of legend.
Blackbox Theatre: Rehearsal and Performance
with Sarah Siegel
Grades 7-12
Whether you’re an experienced actor or have always wanted to get on stage, this skill-building offering is your opportunity to audition, rehearse and perform in a one-act play! Classes will be spent auditioning, rehearsing, developing characters and strengthening your acting technique. The class will culminate in a shared performance of the play for friends and family.
Please note: There will be a video audition requirement prior to the start of this class, which will determine casting. Casting decisions are at the sole discretion of the Teaching Artist. The title of the play is TBD contingent upon enrollment numbers. Since class serves as rehearsal time, enrollment in this class is a commitment to regular attendance.
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JT Studio: Introduction to Music Theory and Sight Singing
with Michael Tyree
Grades 7-12
Welcome to JT studio, a series of intensive programs geared towards students looking for advanced training. Ideal for students pursuing musical theatre at a high level, this course builds the confidence, technique, and artistry needed to shine in both solo and collaborative settings.
Strengthen your foundation as a singer by developing the skills to read, understand, and perform music with confidence. Using solfège and scale degrees, explore how notes relate to one another while learning to hear and sing intervals and chords. Practice reading and clapping rhythms, identify pitches in standard notation, and gradually combine rhythm and melody through sight singing. Along the way, you'll gain a deeper understanding of musical concepts, including dynamics and articulation, strengthening the musicianship that supports every vocalist.
Please note this class will not meet on 10/15.
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Global Grooves: Hip Hop & Polynesian
with Theresa Bendorf
Grades 7-12
Expand your repertoire by exploring movement styles from around the world! Build confidence with the foundations of hip hop through rhythmic footwork, musicality, freestyle, and dynamic combinations. Then discover the rich traditions of Hawaiian hula and Tahitian dance, learning the storytelling, technique, and cultural foundations that make each style unique. Grow your versatility as a performer by challenging yourself to move in new ways while celebrating the artistry and traditions behind every dance.
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Here We Go Again!
Grades 7-12
Some stories are too big for just one act! This time it’s all about the sequels: the part twos, the movies and shows that dared to continue the story. From Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Grease 2 to High School Musical 2 and 3, and beyond, revisit beloved characters, sing iconic reprises, and explore what happens after the curtain falls. With high-energy musical numbers and bold choreography, let’s prove that the encore is just as exciting as the original!
JT Studio: Acting Techniques
with Sarah Jane Salonga
Grades 7-12
Welcome to JT studio, a series of intensive programs geared towards students looking for advanced training. Ideal for students pursuing musical theatre at a high level, this course builds the confidence, technique, and artistry needed to shine in both solo and collaborative settings.
In this JT Studio workshop, we'll explore acting techniques through voice and movement using Bogart and Landau’s viewpoints, Uta Hagen's character analysis and Stanislavski’s revolutionary acting method. We'll apply these techniques towards monologues and share our progress for family and friends in our final class. Come prepared with a sense of curiosity and willingness to play!