Weekly Schedule:
WEEK 1: 9am-3:30pm
WEEK 2: 9am-3:30pm
WEEK 3: Tech Week
• Mon-Wed: 9am-5pm
• Thurs: 9-3:30pm & 5:30pm call for 7pm show (with option to stay downtown or be picked up from 3:30-5:30pm)
• Fri: 12pm arrival, Pizza Party at CTM, & stay through the show
Class Description:
“Oh, the thinks you can think!” Horton the Elephant know that Whoville exists on a speck of dust, but can he convince everyone in the Jungle of Nool before it’s too late? Bring Dr. Seuss’ zany characters to life in this wildly imaginative show.
Program Type: While this program culminates in a performance, it’s rooted in process. Students will:
- Build acting, performance, & theater skills
- Participate in the production process
- Gain confidence, empathy, & a sense of community
- Practice communication, flexibility, focus, & perseverance
- Take risks in a supportive environment & learn from mistakes
Pick Up/Drop Off Info: Henry Street entrance of Overture Center. Families will only need to park on the first day for orientation & the last day to see the final sharing.
# of Students: 35-40 students. Staff: 3 teaching artists, 1 Production Assistant, 3 Teaching Assistants & 1 high school intern (plus a design team & stage manager).
Experience Expectations: Previous experience strongly suggested.
Typical Daily Schedule:
8:45–9:00 Check In
9:00–9:55 Warm up & Acting Class
10:00–10:10 Snack
10:15–10:55 Dance Class
11:00–11:55 Music Class
12:00–12:30 Lunch
12:30–1:00 Refocus
1:00–1:45 Group Rehearsal
1:45–3:20 Break Out Rehearsals
3:20–3:30 Acknowledgements
3:30 Dismissal
*PLEASE NOTE: Week 3 is 9am-5pm.
Final Performance: Thurs 8/15 & Fri 8/16 @ 7pm. Playhouse Theater, Overture Center. $8/ticket.
Additional Notes: Aftercare available Weeks 1 & 2 until 5pm. Click HERE to learn more.