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SUMMER 2014
About CCT Academy
Academy
Classes
Camps
Columbus Children’s Theatre (CCT) is serving up its
biggest summer ever! Through exciting new
partnerships with central Ohio organizations, CCT is
able to offer something for students of nearly all ages
every single week in one of our 14 convenient summer
locations.
Flip through to find an exciting class or camp each week
for the budding young performer in your family. You can
receive up to 10% off in multi-class discounts!
New This Summer
Camps and classes offered at McConnell Arts Center,
The Jewish Community Center, Welsh Hills School
and Columbus School for Girls
Major in Acting or Musical Theatre in the Young
Adult Theatrical Academy’s College Preparatory
Summer Intensive
Half a dozen brand new camps including “Multimedia
Performance” and “Diary of a Wimpy Kid”
Even more classes and camps for Pre-K students
Look Inside!
Follow our Step-By-Step Guide to start planning
a summer of fun and theatre education!
Parents can find out more about
what to expect by visiting
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
and downloading the Parent Handbook.
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STEP
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ACADEMY
SCHEDULE
Find the classes each week
that are appropriate for your
age group
WEEK ONE
June 2 – 6
Fun With Dr. Seuss
Reynoldsburg
10:15 – 11am
Pre-K (minimum age 3)
Acting Essentials
CCT Studios
9:30 – 11:30am
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Multimedia
Performance Camp
McConnell Arts Center
(partnership with MAC)
9am – 5pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
WEEK TWO
June 9 – 13
Introduction to
Theatre Half Day Camp
Reynoldsburg
1 – 4pm
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
American Girl Theme
Half Day Camp
Dublin
9am – 12pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
The Stories of Oz
Half Day Camp
Hilliard
9am – 12:30pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Acting Intensive
Grove City
10am – 12pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
Acting I
CCT Studios
9:30 – 11:45am
Entering 8th -12th Grade
College Prep Majors
Week One
CCT Studios
9:30am – 4pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
WEEK THREE
June 16–20
WEEK FOUR
June 23–27
Zoom!
Fairytale Magic
Columbus Museum of Art
(partnership with CMA)
9am – 12pm
Pre-K (minimum age 3)
Hilliard, 9 – 9:45am
Pre-K (minimum age 3)
Party Down!
Dublin, 10 – 11am
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
Columbus Museum of Art
(partnership with CMA)
1 – 4pm
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
Theatre Performance Camp
Week One
Jewish Community Center
9am – 3:30pm
Entering 1st through 8th Grade
Annie
Grove City
10 – 11:30am
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
Superheroes
New Albany
10am – 12pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
Hogwarts Summer
Day Camp
Theatre Performance Camp
Week Two
Jewish Community Center
9am – 3:30pm
Entering 1st through 8th Grade
Dancing Damsels &
Dramatic Dragons Half Day
Camp (with BalletMet)
BalletMet East
9am – 12pm
Ages 5 – 7
Beginning Acting
Hilliard
10:15am – 12:15pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
Stories of Oz
Half Day Camp
Welsh Hills School
(Granville)
9am – 12pm
Entering 1st – 4th Grade
Broadway Boot Camp
Park St. Theatre
9am – 5pm
Entering 2nd – 5th Grade
Columbus School for Girls
8:45am – 12:30pm
Entering 4th – 8th Grade
Acting Essentials
Broadway Boot Camp
New Albany
12:30 – 2:30pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Welsh Hills School
(Granville)
12:30 – 3:30pm
Entering 5th – 8th Grade
Musical Theatre
Day Camp (Beginners)
Diary of A Wimpy Kid
Day Camp
Upper Arlington
9am – 4pm
(ends at 1pm on Firday)
Entering 6th – 9th Grade
Reynoldsburg
9am – 5pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Acting II
CCT Studios
9:30 – 11:45am
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
College Prep Majors
Week Two
CCT Studios
9:30am – 4pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
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Junie B Jones
Musical Theatre
Day Camp
(Intermediate/Advanced)
Upper Arlington
9am – 4pm
(ends at 1pm on Friday)
Entering 6th – 9th Grade
Acting III
CCT Studios, 9:30 – 11:45am
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
College Prep Majors
Week Three
CCT Studios, 9:30am – 4pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
WEEK FIVE
June 30–July 3
Acting IV
CCT Studios
9:30 – 11:45am
(No Friday)
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
College Prep Majors
Week Four
CCT Studios
(No Friday)
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
WEEK SIX
July 7 – 11
WEEK SEVEN
July 14 – 18
WEEK EIGHT
July 21–25
Broadway Boot Camp
Singing for the Stage
The Littlest Performer
New Albany
9am – 12pm
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
New Albany
10 – 11:30am
Entering 1st & 2nd Grade
Grove City
2:45 – 3:30pm
Pre-K (minimum age 3)
Sing It Out!
Singing for the Stage
New Albany
12 – 2pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
Hilliard
9 – 10:30am
Entering 1st & 2nd Grade
Broadway Boot Camp
Sing It Out!
CCT Studios
9:30am – 12:30pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Hilliard
10:45am – 12:45pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
CCT Live!
Hogwarts
Half Day Camp
Broadway Boot Camp
New Albany
1 – 4pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
Let’s Put On A Play
Columbus Museum of Art
1 – 4pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Audition Boot Camp
Hilliard
9am – 12:30pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
Camp ROCK
Upper Arlington
9am – 4pm
(ends at 1pm on Friday)
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
Improvisation I
CCT Studios
4 – 6pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
Summer Youth
Performance Conservatory
Week One
Park St. Theatre
9am – 5pm
Ages 10 – 15
Reynoldsburg
1 – 3pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
Acting I
CCT Studios
12:30 – 2:30pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
Summer Youth
Performance Conservatory
Week Two
Park St. Theatre
9am – 5pm
Ages 10 – 15
Columbus School for Girls
8:45am – 12:30pm
Entering 4th & 5th Grade
Acting Intensive
CCT Studios
10am – 12pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
Acting II
CCT Studios
12:30 – 2:30pm
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
Summer Youth
Performance Conservatory
Week Three
Park St. Theatre
9am – 5pm
Ages 10 – 15
WEEK NINE
July 28–Aug 1
WEEK TEN
Aug 4–8
Stories of Oz
Half Day Camp
Pinkalicious
Half Day Camp
New Albany
9am – 12pm
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
Reynoldsburg
9am – 12pm
Entering Kindergarten
& 1st Grade
Beginning Acting
Triple Threat
Half Day Camp
(Partnership
with BalletMet)
Grove City
10am – 12pm
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
Dancing Theatre Tales
(Partnership
with BalletMet)
McConnell Arts Center
9am – 12pm
Ages 5 – 7
Broadway Boot Camp
New Albany
1pm – 4pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
McConnell Arts Center
Two Sessions!
9am – 12pm
or
1pm – 4pm
Ages 8 – 11
Making Movies
Dublin
9am – 5pm
Entering 6th & 7th Grade
Summer Youth
Performance Conservatory
Week Four
Park St. Theatre
9am – 5pm
Ages 10 – 15
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STEP
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CLASS & CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Read about the individual classes and camps
to choose the best fit! Classes are listed alphabetically
for your convenience.
Acting Essentials
Acting IV
This class goes beyond the basics.
Students will take a look into what
makes a character tick, learn to embody a
character and believably become someone else.
This essential class is encouraged for students
of all levels.
The core acting classes round out
with this scene-study intensive class.
Acting IV covers applied acting and
improvisation techniques, and exploration into
classical theatre and Shakespeare. Prerequisite:
Acting III.
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
June 2–6 / 9:30–11:30am / CCT Studios / $99
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
June 30–July 3 / 9:30–11:45am / CCT Studios / $110
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
June 16–20 / 12:30–2:30pm / New Albany / $99
Acting Intensive
An advanced approach to acting
basics, this class focuses on the
training of imagination, expanding
the mind and body, and an introduction
to the Stanislavski acting method through
monologues and scene study. This is a
prerequisite to many other classes.
This advanced acting approach
introduces in depth script analysis
and partnered scene work. This class
is perfect for those who have already taken
Beginning Acting and Acting Essentials and are
looking for something deeper. New actors are
welcome to join as well. Our teachers provide
individual attention to students so everyone will
be up to speed.
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
June 9–13 / 9:30–11:45am / CCT Studios / $110
Entering 6th & 7th Grade:
June 9–13 / 10am–12pm / Grove City / $99
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
July 14–18 / 12:30–2:30pm / CCT Studios / $110
Entering 6th & 7th Grade:
July 21–25 / 10am–12pm / CCT Studios / $99
Acting I
Acting II
This movement-based acting
class includes an introduction to
Viewpoints acting method, training
the body to react with the mind,
physical characterization, and advanced
monologue and scene study. Prerequisite:
Acting I or by audition. Please visit
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org for
audition details.
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
June 16–20 / 9:30–11:45am / CCT Studios / $110
Entering 8th - 12th Grade:
July 21–25 / 12:30–2:30pm / CCT Studios / $110
Acting III
This advanced acting class explores
the Meisner acting technique,
objectives/tactics training, and
collegiate/professional audition
technique. Prerequisite: Acting II or by audition.
Please visit www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
for audition details.
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
June 23–27 / 9:30–11:45am / CCT Studios / $110
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American Girl Theme
Half Day Camp
Students will explore the wonderful American
Girl stories on stage. Campers are invited to
bring their dolls and American Girl belongings
and discover the exciting adventures of the girls.
At the end of the week, the camp will share
what they have learned in a fun and memorable
Share Day performance. Who knew history
could be this much fun? This themed camp is not
associated with or endorsed by the American Girl
brand or store.
Audition Boot Camp
Especially designed to help you get the role
of your dreams! In this vigorous training
camp, students will learn about key aspects of
auditioning for theatre. By the end, they will be
ready to tackle their next audition with the chops
of a pro! Students will learn two contrasting
monologues, create a professional-looking
resume, have a great quality headshot, and the
skills needed to master a cold reading.
Entering 6th & 7th Grade:
July 7–11 / 9am–12:30pm / Hilliard / $150
Beginning Acting
Calling all aspiring young actors!
This popular acting class will teach
students what it takes to become an
actor. Learn basic theatre terminology, what
goes into a production, how to build a scene
and a character and how to conquer stage fright.
Students will also learn about the audition
process and how they can do their best at the
next audition
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
Hilliard / June 23–27 / 10:15am–12:15pm / $99
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
Grove City / July 28–Aug 1 / 10am–12pm / $99
Broadway Boot Camp
This half day camp is perfect for beginning and
intermediate performers. Students will learn
important fundamentals of acting, singing and
dancing and develop the confidence needed to
take the stage in a musical.
Entering 4th–8th Grade:
Columbus School for Girls / June 23–27 /
8:45am–12:30pm / $200
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade
June 9–13 / 9am–12pm / Dublin / $150
Entering 5th–8th Grade:
Welsh Hills School / June 23–27 / 12:30–3:30pm / $150
Annie
Entering Kindergarten & 1stGrade:
New Albany / July 7–11 / 9am–12pm / $150
The story of little orphan Annie is one of
Broadway’s best. Students learn acting and
singing skills as they learn and perform the story
of the lively kid in search of her loving parents.
Full of quirky characters and memorable music,
this class will keep everyone singing and smiling
all week long.
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
Grove City / June 16–20 / 10–11:30am / $94
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
New Albany / July 7–11 / 1–4pm / $150
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
CCT Studios / July 14–18 / 9:30am–12:30pm / $150
Entering 6th & 7th Grade:
New Albany / July 28–Aug 1 / 1–4pm / $150
Don’t forget to check out the Summer Intensive Programs on page 7
All classes are
Monday through Friday
for one week unless
otherwise noted.
Camp ROCK!
Have you ever wanted to sing or play in a REAL
rock band? In this camp, students will learn
from some of Columbus’ finest musicians how
to play guitar, bass, drums and keyboards or
even how to sing like a superstar! No experience
is necessary. We will group students with similar
ability. This camp will cover performance,
basic notation and tablature, stage presence
and style, rhythm, harmony, songwriting, basic
recording techniques, microphone techniques,
history of rock, rock musicals, and the business
of rock. One-on-one and group lessons will be
offered for each instrument including vocals.
Students can bring their own equipment or we
can provide an instrument to borrow. Special
appearances by touring and recording artists
during the week—don’t miss a moment!
Registration for Camp Rock in Upper Arlington
is handled exclusively through the City of Upper
Arlington. Please call (614) 583-5300 to register.
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
July 7–11 / 9am–4pm (Mon-Thurs), 9am–1pm (Fri)
Amelita Mirolo Barn, Upper Arlington
$250 UA Residents, $300 Non-Residents
CCT Live!
Do you love making people laugh? Have you
ever wondered how actors create hilarious skits?
In this exciting class students will learn the
basics of sketch comedy and have a chance to
create their own original material. Practice the
skills that make an improvised scene click and
develop teamwork skills on the stage. Put it all
together for a “variety show” Share Day friends
and family won’t want to miss.
Entering 6th & 7th Grade:
Reynoldsburg / July 14–18 / 1–3pm / $99
College Prep Majors
Please see “Summer Intensive Programs” on
page 7.
Entering 8th–12th Grade
Dancing Damsels and Dramatic
Dragons 1/2 Day Camp
In partnership with BalletMet
Join CCT and BalletMet for an amazing fairytale
adventure! Each day the BalletMet Dance
Instructors and CCT Teaching Artists will have
all sorts of fun activities in store for campers.
Throughout this five-day adventure, they will
learn to sing, act and dance while creating a
performance like no other.
Ages 5–7:
BalletMet East / June 23–27 / 9am–12pm / $150
Dancing Theatre Tales
In partnership with BalletMet
Ballet dancers tell a story by dancing with their
bodies. Actors tell a story using their voice to
say words. In this class, we do both! Get the
best of both worlds in this fun-filled camp from
BalletMet and CCT. Students will select their
favorite fairytales and retell the story in a unique
multi-genre performance presentation on the
last day of camp.
Ages 5–7:
McConnell Arts Center / July 28–Ag 1 / 9am–12pm /
$150
Diary of A Wimpy Kid
Join Greg Heffley as he finds himself in a new
school surrounded by other kids who are
tall, mean and already shaving. Following Jeff
Kinney’s popular book series, students will learn
to embody believable characters and translate
the words on the page to life on the stage.
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
Reynoldsburg / June 23–27 / 9am–5pm / $275
Fairytale Magic
Inspired by classic fairytales, students in
this class will learn to embody their favorite
characters through theatrics, games and
imagination activities.
Pre-K (minimum age 3):
Hilliard / June 23–27 / 9–9:45am / $80
Fun With Dr. Seuss
This class introduces basic storytelling
skills using a series of Dr. Seuss stories as a
foundation. We will focus on creating characters,
using mime and gesture to express emotion
and conflict, and utilizing our imaginations to
recreate famous characters of Dr. Seuss.
Pre-K (minimum age 3):
Reynoldsburg / June 2–6 / 10:15–11am / $80
Hogwarts Half Day Camp
In partnership with
Columbus School for Girls
Hogwarts Summer Day Camp
It wouldn’t be a summer at CCT without a trip to
The Hogwarts School of Wizardry. Participants
in this fun camp spend the week learning
theatrical lore and casting dramatic spells as
they build acting skills and confidence. Be
prepared for a magical experience on the final
day when the class performs a Hogwarts Share
Day that would make even J.K. Rowling proud.
Bring a lunch and snack (no nut products
please). Sign up early—this camp is always
popular.
Entering 2nd through 5th Grade:
Park St. Theatre / June 16–20 / 9am–5pm / $275
Improvisation I
Improvisation applies to all aspects of
theatre. First in the basic improv series, this
class analyzes the building blocks of scenic
improvisation based on the work of Del Close
and Charna Halpern including starting scenes,
relationships, and object/environment work
through two person scenes and games.
Entering 8th–12th Grade:
CCT Studios / July 7–11 / 4–6pm / $99
Introduction to Theatre
Half Day Camp
In this new and exciting half day camp, students
will learn about all aspects of theatre including
history, stage directions, vocal projection and
character creation. On the last day of camp,
students will get a chance to show off their new
skills in their own Share Day performance.
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
Reynoldsburg / June 9–13 / 1–4pm / $150
Junie B. Jones
This summer CCT invites you to spend a week
with Junie B. Jones! Meet new friends and create
Junie B. stories with your favorite characters and
adventures. You will learn new acting skills and
discover what it takes to put on a play as you
prepare and rehearse your own special Share
Day show.
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
Dublin / June 23–27 / 10–11am / $85
Students will spend the week learning theatrical
lore and casting dramatic spells as they build
acting skills and confidence. Be prepared for a
magical experience on the final day when the
class performs a Hogwarts Share Day that would
make even J.K. Rowling proud.
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
Cols School for Girls / July 21–25 / 8:45am–12:30pm /
$200
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Let’s Put On A Play
Students will spend the afternoon swapping
stories and creating characters in this
challenging (but fun) course! We will explore
creative writing, physical comedy and voice
acting while developing our own original play.
No one will want to miss the super Share Day
performance on the final day of class.
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
Columbus Museum of Art / July 7–11 / 1pm–4pm / $150
The Littlest Performer
This 45 minute class is a wonderful opportunity
to expose your little one to and involve them
in the exciting world of performing arts.
Students will learn expression through several
performance mediums including theatre, music
and dance.
Pre-K (minimum age 3):
Grove City / July 21–25 / 2:45–3:30pm / $80
Making Movies Camp
Students will work together as actors, directors,
editors, special effects artists and script writers
to put together an original horror movie. We will
learn and execute all aspects of film production
from start to finish. Tuition includes $10 supply
fee. Don’t forget to pack a lunch!
6th & 7th Grade:
Dublin / Aug 4–8 / 9am–5pm / $285
Multimedia
Performance Camp
In partnership with
McConnell Arts Center
This incredible new camp will bring theatre
and technology together. Learn about acting,
animation and interactive theatre from the
pros at Columbus Children’s Theatre and The
McConnell Arts Center. Register early as space is
limited. Don’t forget to pack a lunch!
6th & 7th Grade:
McConnell Arts Center / June 2–6 / 9am–5pm / $275
Musical Theatre Day Camp
In Partnership with the
City of Upper Arlington
Attention Broadway-Bound stars! Presented in
partnership with Columbus Children’s Theatre,
this day camp is a great experience in musical
theatre for young performers of all levels.
Students will learn important fundamentals
of acting and singing as they develop the
confidence to take the stage. Explore the musical
experience from audition to performance, learn
tricks of the trade, and put new skills into action
at a showcase on the last day of camp. These
camps are an awesome opportunity to take
every student’s performance to the next level.
Week one is for beginning students, with little
or no experience, and week two is for advanced
students who have some theatre experience.
Registration for Musical Theatre Day Camp in Upper
Arlington is handled exclusively through the City of
Upper Arlington. Please call (614) 583-5300 to register.
Entering 6th – 9th Grade:
Week One (Beginner):
June 16–20 / 9am–4pm (M-R), 9am–1pm (F)
Week Two (Intermediate/Advanced):
June 23–27 / 9am–4pm (M-R)), 9am–1pm (F)
Amelita Mirolo Barn, Upper Arlington
$250 UA Residents, $300 Non-Residents
Party Down!
In partnership with
Columbus Museum of Art
Students will explore birthday party traditions
from all over the world, then throw a giant
birthday party for friends and family. Amidst
sing-a-longs and cake building, they’ll create
noise makers and candle paintings, while
creating a giant collage of their own party
experiences. Registration for this ½ day camp is handled
exclusively through the Columbus Museum of
Art. Please call (614) 629-5940 or visit www.
ColumbusMuseum.org for more information
and to register.
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
CMA / June 16–20 / 1pm–4pm / $120 CMA Members,
$140 Non-Members
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Pinkalicious
Half Day Camp
Based on the hugely popular book, this class
will make participants think pink as they explore
creative drama and imagination. Hear the
hilarious story of Pinkalicious, the girl whose
love of pink cupcakes turned her pink from head
to toe.
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
Reynoldsburg / Aug 4–8 / 9am–12pm / $150
Sing It Out!
Come learn the basics of performing in a stage
musical and begin to build the skills and habits
of a professional performer. Students will sing
classic theatre songs and practice important
vocal techniques that make good singers great!
Add some choreography (and lots of fun) and
this will be a class not to be missed. 2nd graders
can get twice the fun and education by packing
a lunch and taking this class back to back with
Singing for the Stage!
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
New Albany / July 14–18 / 12–2pm / $105
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
Hilliard / July 21–25 / 10:45am–12:45pm / $105
Singing for the Stage
It’s never too early to start singing! This fun and
educational class will help students learn the
important techniques of a great singer. They will
pick up some tricks of the trade and begin to
develop the confidence it takes to belt out the
tunes onstage. This class is always popular, so
sign up early!
Entering 1st & 2nd Grade:
New Albany / July 14–18 / 10–11:30am / $99
Entering 1st & 2nd Grade:
Hilliard / July 21–25 / 9–10:30am / $99
The Stories of Oz
Half Day Camp
Follow the Yellow Brick with Dorothy, Scarecrow,
Tin Man and Lion as they go on their quest
for what their hearts most desire. Sing songs,
perform scenes and act out your favorite parts of
this classic tale.
Entering 4th & 5th Grade:
Hilliard / June 9–13 / 9am–12:30pm / $150
Summer Youth Performance
Conservatory
Please see “Summer Intensive Programs” below.
Ages 10 –15
Theatre Performance
Camp
Please see “Summer Intensive Programs” below.
Entering 1st - 4th Grade:
Welsh Hills School / June 23–27 / 9am–12pm / $150
Entering 1st – 8th Grade
Entering Kindergarten & 1st Grade:
New Albany / July 28–Aug 1 / 9am–12pm / $150
Triple Threat Half Day Camp
(Ages 8-11)
Superheroes
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s YOU! Come to this
class and create your own super secret identity.
You will build your acting skills while creating
original characters and stories on the stage.
The sky is the limit for your creativity. So, grab a
friend and fly, jump or teleport on over.
In this half day camp with CCT and BalletMet,
students will explore all the skills of a Triple
Threat: singing, dancing and acting. Not only
will they learn the basics of stage presence,
scene work and audition skills, but by the time
the class is over students will be able to act,
dance and sing their way across the stage.
Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade:
New Albany / June 16–20 / 10am–12pm / $99
Ages 8–11 / McConnell Arts Center /
Aug 4–8 / 9am-12pm / $150
Zoom!
In partnership with
Columbus Museum of Art
Preschoolers will explore movement through
creative play, exploring materials, and
discovering moving works of art. They’ll make
prints with auto parts, create a race course for
their box cars, and send objects flying on their
homemade mobiles. Registration for this half day camp is handled
exclusively through the Columbus Museum of
Art. Please call (614) 629-5940 or visit www.
ColumbusMuseum.org for more information and to
register.
Pre-K (minimum age 3) / CMA / June 16–20 /
9am–12pm / $120 CMA Members, $140 Non-Members
Ages 8–11 / McConnell Arts Center /
Aug 4–8 / 1–4pm / $150
Summer Intensive
PROGRAMS
Theatre Performance Camp
Summer Youth
Performance Conservatory
College Preparatory
Major Program
June 16 – 27
Entering 1st–8th Grade
July 7 – August 10
Ages 1 –15
June 9 – July 3
Entering 8th – 12th Grade
A two week day camp! Campers will spend two
weeks working with professional actors from the
Columbus Children’s Theatre. They will explore
all aspects of creating a first rate-performance
including acting, singing, dancing, script writing,
set and costume designing and directing.
These skills will culminate in a world premiere
of an original variety show performed for the
community and all other JCC campers.
A Nationally Recognized Program!
The College Preparatory Major Program
is part of CCT’s Young Adult Theatrical
Academy. The curriculum is modeled
closely after critically acclaimed B.F.A.
Acting programs. Students will choose
from major areas of study: Acting
or Musical Theatre.
Registration is handled exclusively through the
Jewish Community Center. Call (614) 559-6279 or visit
columbusjcc.org/summer-camps/specialty-camps/ to
register. Kosher lunch and snack provided each day.
Camp Dates and Times:
June 16–27, Mon-Fri, 9am–3:30pm
Performances: Thursday, June 26th at 7 pm, Friday,
June 27th 11 am and 1 pm.
Location: Jewish Community Center
Tuition Fee: $630/JCC Members, $730/Non-Members
CCT’s Summer Youth Conservatory is an in
depth training program for musical theatre
actors ages 10–15. Each day begins with acting
and dance classes followed by rehearsal
for a very special two week run of Stephen
Sondheim’s Into the Woods JR. on the CCT stage.
Additionally, the Summer Youth Performance
Conservatory will travel to Atlanta, GA January
16-19, 2015 to perform and compete at the Junior
Theatre Festival. The Junior Theatre Festival
is not included in tuition. Please anticipate an
added expense of $350-$500 for the trip.
Acceptance into the Summer Youth Performance
Conservatory is by audition only. Auditions do
not require registration. Roles will be assigned
the first week of conservatory. Auditions: April 13 & 14
Details available at
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
Conservatory Dates and Times:
July 7 – July 29, Mon–Fri, 9am - 5pm
Performances: July 30 –Aug 10 (16 performances)
Location: Park St. Theatre
Tuition Fee: $500
Students will receive training in all
leading methods of acting including
Stanislavski, Meisner and Viewpoints.
Elective classes consist of voice acting,
stage combat, musical pedagogy,
business, stage management, design,
and guided rehearsal hours. Additionally,
each student will have a weekly private
acting or voice lesson with one of CCT’s
highly qualified private instructors.
Private lessons will be 30 minutes once a
week between the hours of 4pm and 6pm.
This program is perfect for all skill and
experience levels. Space is very limited,
so sign up quickly.
Dates and Times: June 9 –July 3, Mon-Fri,
9:30am – 4pm + weekly private lesson time
Location: CCT Studios
Tuition Fee: $750 – a $950 value
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STEP
3
KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT
Learn how classes are broken down and get
answers to frequently asked questions
Core Acting Classes
Frequently Asked Questions
Beginning with 2nd grade, each grade level has
a core acting class. These classes can and should
be taken multiple times as each experience is a bit
different. As with any sport, instrument or school subject,
practice makes perfect! Look for the “Core Class badge.”
How do I know if I’m registered?
You will receive a confirmation email. This will be
your only confirmation. Please be sure to check spam
and trash folders. Emails will come from
EducationDept@ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org.
How are classes broken down?
What do I bring?
Students are encouraged to dress for movement –
this should be dance or gym wear. Students must wear
closed-toed shoes – no flip flops or sandals will be
permitted. Please send a water bottle with your student.
For full-day camps, please send a lunch. No nut products,
please. Food and snack is only permitted in full-day camps
unless specific dietary needs are explained upon registration.
Pre-Kindergarten Classes (minimum age 3)
These classes are designed to get the creative juices flowing
at a very early age. They promote self-expression through
exploration and discovery of the world around the child.
Creative Drama Classes (Kindergarten & 1st Grade)
These classes provide an introduction to theatre basics.
By using familiar topics and stories, students will learn to
recreate characters. Creative Drama is an improvisational,
process-centered form of drama. It encourages creativity, selfexpression, communication and confidence. This method
educates as well as entertains and engages the students.
Root Classes (2nd & 3rd Grade)
These classes focus on Creative Drama and Creative
Writing and promote social awareness, communication,
teamwork and creativity while teaching important theatrical
terminology and how to work with a script.
Foundation Classes (4th & 5th Grade)
These classes take a more in-depth approach to acting,
moving from ensemble to partner and solo work. Students can
expect further exploration of character development, acting
method, script analysis, memorization and audition prep.
Essential Classes (6th & 7th Grade)
These classes offer the addition of an introduction to
the business side of theatre including self-promotion,
auditioning, building a resume and selecting a headshot.
Students will work to develop their voice and gain
confidence in their movements while exploring various
acting and performance theories and popular techniques.
Young Adult Theatrical Academy (8th–12th Grade)
These classes provide extensive training in acting and
technical production. Experienced performers and educators
provide a conservatory-style foundation for college
bound actors, directors and designers.
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Who do I contact for absences?
To report an absence, please email
EducationDept@ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org.
Is a class full?
Our online registration system will list all full and/or closed
classes on the first page of the registration form.
When does registration end?
Registration ends at 5pm, five business days prior to the
first class.
Is financial aid available?
Yes! Financial aid applications may be downloaded from
CCT’s website. Application must be received at least 3 weeks
prior to the class for which you are applying.
How do I register?
It’s easy! See the next page of this brochure for details.
STEP
4
REGISTER ONLINE
It’s quick, easy and green!
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org/Classes
Online registration has never been easier. Simply visit the
registration page to view all upcoming classes. At the time of
registration, you will even be able to order CCT merchandise
such as a t-shirt or water bottle!
Registration and confirmation will all be done via email.
Please be sure to enter your email address correctly. Sometimes
our emails are automatically filtered as spam or trash. Please be
sure to add EducationDept@ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
to your list of approved email contacts.
Would you rather register by mail? This option is still
available. Simply visit the same web address listed
above and click on “Register By Mail” to download and
print a registration form. Again, all confirmations and
correspondence will be sent via email.
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Audition Workshops
The last minute panic often involved
in preparing for an audition can be
stressful and have a negative effect
on an actor’s audition. Luckily CCT
is here to help. The week before
each CCT audition, we offer a
chance for hopeful actors to try-out
their audition material with our
Teaching Artists. These affordable
workshops ($15-$25 for students,
$20-$30 for adults) are open to all
actors interested in auditioning for
each of our shows—that’s right,
even adults. All workshops will
be held at CCT Studios, 177 East
Naghten Street.
Summer Youth
Conservatory
Presents
Private Lessons: Musical
Instruments, Singing and Acting!!
Looking for some one-on-one training? Look no
further! We offer weekly private lessons from a
variety of experienced instructors in CCT’s new
second floor classroom space. Registration is
easy using our online form. Simply visit our
website, click on “Classes”, and then click
“Private Lessons.” On our website you will
be able to learn about our qualified private
instructors and select the best one to fit
your needs.
Current offerings: Voice, Acting, Piano,
Flute and more! Check the website often
for new instruments!
Register online at:
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
Workshop
Audition
Thursday,
APR 13 & 14
Apr 10
Into the
Woods, Jr.
6:30–9:30pm
$25 (ages 10-15)
Pre-Professional
Company presents
MAY 15
Hairspray
Thursday,
6:30 –9:30 pm
$25
(ages 16–Undergrad)
Performance
JUL 30 –
AUG 10
Park St Theatre
512 Park St
Conservatory Begins:
July 7
Park St Theatre
512 Park St
MAY 19 & 20
Park St Theatre
512 Park St
First Rehearsal:
May 26
JUL 5–20
Park St Theatre
512 Park St
Online registration is quick and easy.
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Columbus Children’s
Theatre (CCT) Office &
Studios
177 E. Naghten Street
Columbus
CCT’s Park Street Theatre
512 Park Street
Columbus
Dublin
unique summer
Locations
Amelita Mirolo Barn
4395 Carriage Hall Lane
Upper Arlington
BalletMet East
Reynoldsburg Summit
Road High School
8579 Summit Road
Reynoldsburg
Dublin Community
Recreation Center
5600 Post Road
Dublin
Columbus Museum
of Art
Grove City
Columbus School
for Girls
The Kingston School/
Grove City Parks & Rec.
3226 Kingston Ave
Grove City
Hilliard
Harmony Artistic Center
3979 Parkway Lane
Hilliard
New Albany
480 East Broad Street
Columbus
56 S. Columbia Avenue
Bexley
The Jewish Community
Center of Greater
Columbus
This project is supported in part by an award
from the National Endowment for the Arts.
1125 College Ave
Bexley
JCC New Albany
150 E. Dublin Granville Rd
New Albany
McConnell Arts Center
Reynoldsburg
Welsh Hills School
J.A.Z. Dance & More
7354 French Drive
Reynoldsburg
Season Sponsors
Class Locations
777 Evening Street
Worthington
2610 Newark Granville Road
Granville
Coming
Soon
CCT’s Summer
Season Line Up
Help other students take
a class by donating to the CCT Angel Fund.
CCT strives to make its Academy classes available to all students. The CCT Angel Fund
is used to help provide financial assistance to families who otherwise cannot afford
to take our classes. By donating a few extra dollars,
you can help other children learn acting skills,
make new friends and gain confidence. Please
donate using the line provided on our online
registration form.
Add these great CCT
accessories to your order!
Proceeds benefit the
CCT Angel Fund.
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Water Bottles $6
T-Shirts $12
Cinch Sacks $15
Hoodies $30
SUMMER SEASON
Hairspray
July 5–20, 2014
Into the Woods, Jr.
July 30–August 10, 2014
Registration & Confirmation
Class registration is taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. See Step 4
on page 9 for details about registering your student. Registration closes at
5pm five business days prior to the first class. Any registrations received
after this time will not be accepted. Class instructors are unable to admit
students who have not registered in advance, and forms cannot be
accepted on the first day of class. Full payment by check or credit card is
required to secure a space in a class. Payment will not be processed until
the class reaches minimum enrollment. There is a $4.00 processing fee
for all transactions.
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Financial Assistance
Generous donors from the central Ohio community support Columbus
Children’s Theatre’s scholarship program by donating to the CCT Angel
Fund. Scholarships are awarded based on availability and to students
who can demonstrate financial need. Financial aid applications must be on
file three weeks before classes begin. To apply for a scholarship, download
and print the application available at www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
under “classes”.
Discounts
Signing up for multiple classes at the same time entitles you to the
following discounts.
Sign up for 2 classes: Receive 5 % off tuition
Sign up for 3 classes: Receive 10 % off tuition
Discount can be applied to one child taking multiple classes in a
registration period or to siblings taking the same class. Discount cannot
be combined with a subscriber discount and is only valid when you
register for multiple classes at the same time.
Cancellation
If you cancel your registration after it has been processed, but at least five
business days before the class begins, we will refund your tuition in the
form of a credit certificate (less a $25 cancellation fee) which can be used
for future class tuition or CCT tickets. If you cancel with less than five days
notice, no refund will be given. CCT reserves the right to cancel classes
with low enrollment. If we cancel a class, we will issue a full refund.
614-224-6672
www.ColumbusChildrensTheatre.org
Zoë Lathan is a musical theatre artist and choreographer,
and has been seen in several shows in Columbus ranging from
independent projects to professional/regional theatre. Some of
these shows include Cabaret and Passing Strange at Short North
Stage. Having studied dance in various forms for many years,
and spending time training with master teachers in New York,
she enjoys teaching and setting choreography for artists and
performers of all ages. Her choreographic style constantly
changes and morphs to her inspiration and muses, but stays
within an emphasis of jazz and contemporary style dance.
Most recently, you can find her setting choreography for various
shows and events around Columbus.
shout
out t o
zoë!
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