Summer on Stage is a five-week intensive training program in performance and technical theatre that culminates in two fully realized productions performed on the main stage at the Temple of Music and Art. Arizona Theatre Company staff and ATC-selected professional teaching artists lead students through immersive training that contributes to an experience that prepares young people for a creative and engaged life in the arts – or in any field!
Summer 2018 Dates: June 25 – July 29, 2018
Video courtesy of Second Nature Productions, LLC.
Video courtesy of Second Nature Productions, LLC.
The shows for Summer on Stage / Summer Backstage 2018 have been announced! This summer’s theme is…
SUMMER OF YOUTH UNHEARD
POLAROID STORIES
By Naomi Iizuka
A visceral blend of mythological stories told through the eyes of American street youth, whose lives are continually threatened, devalued, and effaced. Will they transform their lives or fall victim to their realities?
Performances:
July 26 @ 7:00 p.m.
July 28 @ 8:00 p.m.
AMERICAN IDIOT
Book by Billie Joe Armstrong, Michael Mayer
Music by Green Day
Lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong
The rock opera based on Green Day’s concept album explores the struggles of American teens finding their way in a post-9/11 world.
Performances:
July 27 @ 7:00 p.m.
July 28 @ 1:00 p.m.
Develop performance skills and experience a professional rehearsal process with Summer on Stage! ATC staff and teaching artists support an extraordinary summer learning experience, leading students through a variety of acting, voice, and movement classes in the morning, and afternoon rehearsals leading to fully produced performances – one play and one musical – on the stage at the Temple of Music and Art.
Summer Backstage is all about the magic that takes place behind the scenes. Participants take classes with our Summer on Stage students and learn from ATC’s team of professional designers and technicians about theatrical design and management in preparation for a role as a backstage crew member for the two performances.
Tuition prices for Summer on Stage 2018 are as follows. We accept cash, personal checks, money orders, and major credit cards. You are welcome to pay your student’s tuition fees up front, along with the non-refundable Registration Fee, or you can make arrangements with us to pay in installments. If you’re paying in installments, tuition must be paid in full by June 17, 2018.
Tuition includes Summer on Stage Program T-shirt. Tuition discount information will be posted soon.
Tuition assistance may be available. Please fill out application form below.
Registration is now open. Download the registration form below:
We need the following, along with your completed form, to process your registration.
If you cancel your registration before 5:00 p.m. on June 17, 2018, you will receive a refund for any paid tuition fees. No refunds will be given for any cancelations made after June 17, 2018. Written notification must be received for cancelations to be processed. Thank you for understanding.
For questions about registration, please email Jasmine Roth, Tucson Education Associate, at jroth@arizonatheatre.org.
The schedule for Summer on Stage and Summer Backstage 2018 is coming soon!
Summer on Stage and Summer Backstage run Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., June 25 – July 29, 2018.
Performances of Polaroid Stories will be July 26 at 7:00 p.m. and July 28 at 8:00 p.m.
Performances of American Idiot will be July 27 at 7:00 p.m. and July 28 at 1:00 p.m.
Strike will be July 29, 2018.
What should I bring each day?
You are welcome to bring backpacks / bags, paper, and writing utensils. You NEED to bring water every day!!
What should I wear each day?
Plan to dress for comfort and safety. Wear clothes you can move in and shoes that cover your toes.
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