Willy Wonka Performing Arts Camp
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 06/09/2023
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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
Willy Wonka 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: $400
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 $150 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 The remaining amount will be automatically withdrawn from the entered payment method on Friday, May 26th. The $150 deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances. No refunds of any amount will be issued after May 26th.
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
Willy Wonka will culminate in a final performance where students show off what they learned to family and friends. The performance will be held at 12:30 p.m. on June 9th 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. Auditions simply help us to determine which spot each performer will enjoy and gain the most from. Summer camp is a great opportunity for every young actor to break out of their comfort zone and have a chance to take centerstage, so every camper will play a featured role.
Auditions for Willy Wonka will be run workshop-style on the first day of camp; no prior preparation is required. The cast list will be sent out by the end of the night on May 30th. 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 longer breaks for snacks and/or lunch, as well as frequent water and restroom breaks as needed. Here is what a sample day might look like:
9:00-9:10 - Check-in and bonding time
9:10-9:20 - Stretches and vocal warm-ups
9:20-9:30 - Team-building game
9:30-10:15- Rehearsal Block 1: Music
10:15-10:25 - Snack Break
10:25-10:35 - Playground Time
10:35-10:45 - Improv Game
10:45-11:30 - Special Skills Workshop: Stage Presence
11:30-11:55 - Snack 2 or Lunch; Playground Time
11:55-12:40 - Rehearsal Block 2: Choreography
12:40-12:55 - Clean-up and Theater Games
12:55-1:00 - Closing Circle and Pick-Up
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