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COMING THIS SUMMER! REGISTRATION BEGINS ONLINE APRIL 5th and IN PERSON APRIL 19th
PYTC brings back Teen Full Length Musicals!
Ages 12 – 18, June 26th – July 29th, 9am – 1pm *tech week til 3pm
This 2005 Tony Award winner for Best Musical is lovingly ripped off from the 1975 film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail”. This non stop comedic rollercoaster is jam- packed with the same antics, goofs, and spoofs – but in song! It is sure to be a summer of smiles for anyone involved. Whether a seasoned theatre performer or someone’s first time on stage – this show directed by Bay Area theatre professionals is the perfect opportunity for any tee
Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of beautiful show girls, not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people. Did we mention the bevy of beautiful showgirls? The 2005 Broadway production won three Tony® Awards, including Best Musical, and was followed by two successful West End runs. The outrageous, uproarious, and gloriously entertaining story of King Arthur and the Lady of the Lake will delight audiences as they search for the Holy Grail and “always look on the bright side of life.”
Performances: July 27th, 28th, and 29th at 7:30pm | July 29th at 2pm
Flashpoint Players
Ages 10-13, June 19th – July 12th, 9am – 12pm
The next step in your musical theatre journey! Based on the hit 1996 film but packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous romp. Students will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. This program applies the knowledge gained from our Sparks Players program and takes participants to the next level. Dive deeper into musical theatre technique, all while being cast in and rehearsing for a musical at the end of this four week session! Participants work, learn, and have fun in our return to musical theatre for youth at the Firehouse Arts Center with a new show!
Sparks Players
Ages 7-11, June 19th – July 12th
Afternoon Session: 1:30pm – 5pm
SEUSS! Sparks Players is an excellent place to start or continue your musical theatre journey. Auditions and casting happen within the class, and participants work towards a 30 minute production while learning theatre basics along the way! Spend this summer singing and dancing to the catchiest tunes based off the Dr. Seuss classics! This shortened version of the 2000 Broadway hit musical will delight kids of every age!
Lil Sparks Players
Ages 5-6, June 26th – July 14th, 2pm – 3:30pm
SEUSS! Little performers will get an age-appropriate introduction to musical theater by rehearsing musical numbers based on the iconic stories of Dr. Seuss in a fun, safe, supportive environment. In our third week, campers will change times and location to join with our Sparks production to rehearse for their final two performances together!
Dance for Theater
Ages 11-18, July 3rd – July 14th, 3pm – 5pm
Drama Camp staff with dance backgrounds lead this traditional dance class in the style of musical theatre! There is a culminating performance at the Firehouse Arts Center on Friday, July 14 at 5pm.
Puppet Making & Puppet Techniques
Ages 13-18, July 31st – August 4th, 10a-1pm
Drama Camp staff with dance backgrounds lead this traditional dance class in the style of musical theatre! There is a culminating performance at the Firehouse Arts Center on Friday, July 14 at 5pm.
Stage Craft & Set Design
Ages 14-17, June 12th – June 30th, 9am – 12:30pm
High school students will be directly involved with designing, paining, and assembling the set and props for both Drama Camp musicals and Teen Playwright’s Summer Workshop. Students will also support evening camp performances during this three-week session.
Stage Lighting & Sound
Ages 14-17, July 3rd – July 7th, 9am – 12:30pm
High school students will learn the basics for lighting and sound for the stage and apply that knowledge to supporting the upcoming Summer Drama Camp productions. Students will also support evening camp performances during this one-week session.
Stage Production Crew
Ages 14-17
Session 1 (Matilda Jr. and Seuss Kids) : July 10th – July 14th, 9am – 5pm
Session 2 (Spamalot) : July 24th – July 29th, 9am – 3pm
Prerequisite: Any Prior Teen Tech Camp
Students in this camp will apply what they have learned in previous weeks of Teen Tech Camps to immerse themselves in the various technical aspects of all three summer musicals.
Teen Playwrights
Ages 11-17, June 26th – July 20th, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Teens collaborate to create their very own stage production! Participants will create their own scenes, monologues, and show to perform on the Firehouse stage!
Theatre Arts Intensives for Kids
Ages 7-11, June 26th – July 7th, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
New and experienced young performers will add to their performing arts tool belts as Summer Drama Camp staff facilitate a variety of theater activities designed to educate, inspire, and foster cooperation. Face coverings are required for this fun and engaging camp.
Theatre Arts Intensives for Teens
Ages 11-17, July 10th – July 21st, 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Teen performers of all levels will have a great time enhancing their performing arts skills in this camp designed for fun, growth, and collaboration. Face coverings are required for this fun and engaging camp.
COI Middle School Short Form Improv Camp
Ages 11-13, June 12th – June 16th, 9am – 3pm
Middle school students will have a fantastic time in this camp designed to teach improv the Creatures of Impulse way. Improv games, scenes, and laughter are a huge part of this fun and engaging 1-week camp.
COI High School Short Form Improv Camp
Ages 14-17, July 31st – August 4th, 9am – 3pm
High school students will have a fantastic time in this camp designed to teach improv the Creatures of Impulse way. Improv games, scenes, and laughter are a huge part of this fun and engaging 1-week camp.
COI Middle School Long Form Improv Camp
Ages 11-13, July 31st – August 4th, 9am – 3pm
High school students will have a fantastic time in this camp designed to teach improv the Creatures of Impulse way. Improv games, scenes, and laughter are a huge part of this fun and engaging 1-week camp. We will be building towards working on a long form improv show – a completely improvised short play, with a culminating performance.
COI High School Long Form Improv Camp
Ages 14-17, June 12th – June 16th, 9am – 3pm
High school students will have a fantastic time in this camp designed to teach improv the Creatures of Impulse way. Improv games, scenes, and laughter are a huge part of this fun and engaging 1-week camp. We will be building towards working on a long form improv show – a completely improvised short play, with a culminating performance.
Drama & Music Camp FAQs
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Important Drop Off & Pick Up Information
In the interest of safety and traffic abatement at each of our program sites, we ask that you download THIS PDF to see the appropriate places to pick up and drop of your child. As a reminder, students ages 12 and older will be released at the scheduled program end time. Students ages 11 and younger will need to be picked up by someone 18 and older and that adult must walk into the program site and connect with staff at pick up.
Camp Contact Information
- Jeff Zavattero: Recreation Coordinator| jzavattero@cityofpleasantonca.gov | 925-931-4854
