SUMMER PRODUCTION CAMPS:

Exploring International Cultures Through Theater and Art

June 25 – July 6, 2012 at the George Washington Masonic Memorial THEATER 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria VA 22301: EXPLORING Aesop’s Fables AGES 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13

July 16 – August 3, 2012 SOURCE theater, 1835 14th Street, NW, Washington DC: TEEN PRODUCTION CAMP – The Greek Envoys by Jan Kochanowski AGES 14 – 18

Camps Run Monday to Friday 9AM – 3PM (4-6year old group is 9AM-12PM)

Early Drop Off and Extended Day Available 8-9AM and 3-5PM: Please indicate interest on form.

Cutoff for Early Registration is March 16, 2012

AESOP’S FABLES

June 25 – July 6, 2012

group 1: ages 4-6 |  group 2: ages 7-9  |  group 3: ages 10-13

EARLY REGISTRATION: $300 for 4-6 year olds (Regular is $400) other age groups $600 (regular $700)

Picture walking through the door of the Masonic temple in Alexandria, VA and finding yourself in ancient Greece surrounded by masks and talking animals! That will be the experience of every camper as we help them tell some of the most popular and loved stories of western civilization: Aesop’s fables! Children will learn to use their whole body to transform into animals and elements, opening their minds to endless possibility. As they develop these skills within themselves,they will also learn to listen to one another and work as a team during scene work and theater games. Professional instructors will also teach them projection,memorization and other skills necessary to perform in theater. Ultimately the campers will be given the tools to perform several fables for an audience where they will have created everything, from the characters themselves to sound effects and even living set pieces, with their own imaginations.

THE GREEK ENVOYS

July 16 – August 3, 2012

ages 14 – 18

EARLY REGISTRATION: $700 (regular $800)

 The Greek Envoys, by Jan Kochanowski – With poetic verse and tense storytelling, teen actors will have the opportunity to take part in a classic Greek tale as told by one of the most accomplished writers in Polish history. Taking place at the start of the Trojan War, actors will be introduced to Greek mask work and movement as they bring Helen of Troy, Paris, Menelaus, and others to life. At the same time, actors will learn about the Renaissance in Poland and the significance of Kochanowski’s work. Skill sets for theater, such as projection and memorization, will be reinforced by instructors throughout the process. Actors will also make the next leap in development by learning not only how to act, but how to be an actor. Note taking, blocking, and working in full-costume will all be a part of the rehearsal process. Instruction and rehearsal will finally culminate in a full-length production that brings two cultures together in what is sure to be a unique and unforgettable experience!