Mary Poppins Performing Arts Camp
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 06/30/2023
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Stagebugz is a 501(c)3 non-profit committed to providing fun, safe, and positive performing arts experiences while fostering creativity, compassion, and confidence in young artists through theatre. We offer free workshops, pay-what-you-can classes, affordable camps, and public performances to meet every young performer's needs. Stagebugz is more than just a theatre company; we strive to be a place where every child feels safe, supported, and special. At Stagebugz, we believe that theatre can change lives, and we are excited to have your child join us!
Location
Mary Poppins camp and performance will take place indoors at the Dance Art Media studio in Littleton's Bowles Marketplace:
8996 West Bowles Ave. Unit K2
Littleton, CO 80123
Payment Information
Camp Price: $500
Price includes camp T-shirt, daily snack, registration processing fee, and script and costumes (to be returned at the end of camp).
A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due at the time of registration. Families may choose to pay in full, or may pay only the non-refundable deposit. The remaining amount will be automatically withdrawn from the entered payment method on Friday, June 16th. The $200 deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances. No refunds of any amount will be issued after June 16th.
As part of Stagebugz's mission to make arts education available to all, Theater Accessibility Grants are available to those unable to cover the entire cost of registration. Please visit our Financial Aid page to learn more.
Showcase
Mary Poppins will culminate in a final performance for students' families and friends. The performance will be held at 2:30 p.m. on June 30th in the same location as camp.
Auditions and Casting
Every student is guaranteed a role with at least one line and one solo upon registering, and our small class sizes ensure that each performer receives ample stage time. Auditions simply help us to determine where everyone will learn the most and have the best experience. Summer camp is a great opportunity for young actors to break out of their comfort zone and have a chance to take center stage, so every camper will play a featured role.
Auditions for Mary Poppins will be held during camp in a low-pressure, working environment where campers learn audition skills. No prior preparation is required, however, music and script samples will be sent out the week prior for those who wish to familiarize themselves with the audition materials. The cast list will be sent out by the end of the night on June 20th. We do our best to find a role that each child will be excited about, but please remember that in Stagebugz shows, there truly are no small parts. Additionally, many factors go into casting a show, and not receiving their desired role is not a reflection of a child's level of talent.
Sample Camp Day
Each day of camp is a little bit different, as we tailor lessons and activities to best fit the needs of our students. However, every day will include rehearsal time, a special skills workshop, games, and team building. Each day will include two scheduled breaks for snack and lunch, as well as frequent 5-minute water and restroom breaks. Here is what a sample day might look like:
9:00-9:05 - Check-in
9:05-9:15- Warm Ups
9:15-9:30- Peer Groups
9:30-10:15- Rehearsal Block 1: Choreography
10:15-10:30- Ensemble Game
10:30-10:45- Review
10:45-11:00- Snack
11:00-11:10- Playground/Rest Time
11:10-11:45- Special Topics Workshop: Commercial Acting
11:45-12:00- Team Building Game
12:00-12:45- Rehearsal Block 2: Music
12:45-1:05- Lunch
1:05-1:15- Playground/Rest Time
1:15-1:30- Show-Building Activity: Projection and Vocal Control
1:30- 2:15- Rehearsal Block 3: Scene Blocking
2:15-2:30- Improv Games
2:30-2:45- Review
2:45-3:00- Clean-Up and Closing Circle
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.