Class Description: Gain classical training in acting, movement, and voice; attend a performance of "Love's Labour's Lost" at American Players Theatre; and perform in a Shakespearean showcase on the final day! *There will be no class on July 3.*

Program Type: This two-week program is ideal for theater enthusiasts who want a more in depth experience focusing on a particular aspect of theater. Students will:
- Build acting, performance, & theater skills
- Participate in a collaborative theater-making 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 Information: Pick up/Drop off at Madison Opera (335 W Mifflin St). Families will only need to park on the first day for orientation and the last day to see the final sharing.

# of Students in Class: 15-20 students. There are 2 professional teaching artists, 1 Teaching Assistant Intern & 1 High School Intern.

Experience Expectations: Previous acting experience is suggested for this program.

Typical Daily Schedule:
9:45 – 10:00 Check In
10:00 – 10:30 Warm Ups
10:30 – 12 Workshop on Shakespearean text/scansion/Shakespearean History
12:00 – 12:30 Lunch – we are a nut free camp!
12:30 – 12:45 Refocus
12:45 – 2:45 Stage Combat Workshop/Movement workshop
2:45 – 3:00 Afternoon Snack
3:00 – 4:45 Rehearsal
4:45 – 5:00 Clean-up, Acknowledgements
5:00 Dismissal

Final Performance: July 2, 4:15pm, Playhouse Theater, Overture Center.

Additional Notes:
- APT Field Trip: Students will travel by bus to APT for dinner, a tour of the costume stock, a conversation with an APT staff member, & a live performance! Students will be dropped off in Madison around midnight at one of three pick-up locations (downtown, east side, and west side). Families who wish to attend may buy discounted tickets through CTM.
- Aftercare is NOT available for this camp.