Summer On Stage 2008

Taught by theater, dance, and music professionals in the Cincinnati area who have a passion for kids and theatre!

This is designed for students entering 9th grade and older. It is an intensive 5 week summer theatre experience ending with the performance of the musical, Grease! Students will be coached in all aspects for musical theatre, and will gain confidence as singers, actors, and dancers. Students of all talent and experience levels are encouraged to participate and will partake in character building activities, vocal exercises, and dance techniques that are used in professional theatre. Any student interested in working on technical crews (stage crew, sound, lights, etc.) should contact Sarah Caldwell at the e-mail address listed on the last page.

Have the time of your life and perform a musical at the same time! This program is intended to give students the basics of stage movement, acting, dance, singing, and theatre knowledge that will culminate in the performance of a musical! Open to all students entering grades 6-8! Any student interested in working on technical crews (stage crew, sound, lights, etc.) should contact Sarah Caldwell at the e-mail address listed on the last page.

The perfect program for anyone who is a beginning actor or just wants to have fun! A fun and inclusive program for your littlest shinning star! This program will culminate in a performance of "Bugz" for friends and family! Open to all student entering grades K-5, although it is designed for ages 5 & up.

We believe that all students should be allowed to participate in theatre, regardless of their age, experience, or ability. The Madeira Theatre Arts Summer on Stage Program is designed to teach all students, of all levels. We will provide a safe and encouraging environment where your student can learn and grow with confidence. These programs are open to all students in the Cincinnati area.

We do NOT hold auditions in order to be accepted into the program. We will work with students at any level and will cast each show from the participants who have paid their tuition to join in the program. Each student will receive theatrical instruction form professionals (who are also certified teachers!), a program t-shirt, and the experience of a lifetime. Sign your child up today, before the programs reach their participation limit!

Please fill out the registration form (click here) and send it with an enclosed check payable to Madeira Theatre Arts to:

Sarah Caldwell

Madeira High School

7465 Loannes Drive

Madeira, OH 45243

How the Program Works

Your student will show up on the first day of their program with the knowledge that they are already in the show! By paying tuition, you have guaranteed them a spot in the cast! We will teach the audition materials to all students and will cast the show from the students who sign up to be involved. From there, we will teach them vital theater skills while also putting on a full scale show.

What is covered under your tuition:

Producing a show can be expensive! From lights to publicity, and costumes to musicians, the bill can add up. Here is what your tuition covers… The rights and royalties to perform the show, purchase and/or rentals of costumes for your child, a program t-shirt for each child, director’s salaries, set construction materials, props and special effects that Madeira Theatre Arts does not already own, publicity needs, hiring of musicians (if needed), make-up and hair needs, lighting needs and design, and general theater maintenance.

Questions?

Feel free to contact us with questions or concerns about the program!

(513) 924-3790 or e-mail Sarah Caldwell

Staff

Sarah Caldwell, Director and Music Director - The vocal music teacher at Madeira Middle and High School. She has worked with theatre companies in Cincinnati (Jersey Productions, Cincinnati Music Theatre, Stage Left), New York (Geneva Theater, Hart Theater, Glimmerglass Opera, and Pittsford Summer Enrichment) and has been employed by the international Spoleto Festival as well. She has directed all over the Cincinnati area and has been involved in over 40 productions onstage. She has studied vocal performance with Dr. William Bausano (Miami University) and Dr. Jane Gunter-McCoy (Eastman School of Music) and has led several students in her private studio to acceptance into prestigious music schools around the country. She has taught grades K-12 in both a musical and theatrical setting and is excited to combine her greatest passions (music, theatre and teaching) in this year's Summer on Stage program!

Amy Harpring is a Cincinnati native and alumnus to Anderson High School. She is a graduate of Miami University with a BFA in Theatre Performance. Amy has since studied with Anne Bogart & Ellen Lauren of the SITI Company in viewpoints and Suzuki style movement. Amy strives to blend the world of dance and theatre to create a truly cooperative relationship between the two art forms. She has choreographed many shows around the Cincinnati area such as Anything Goes (Madeira H.S.), Godspell and The Sound of Music (Anderson H.S.), Once On This Island Jr. and Annie Jr. (Kings Junior High),, and Valhalla (Ovation Theatre Company). Amy is also on staff at Ballet Tech Cincinnati teaching ballet, tap, and hip-hop. When not teaching choreography, Amy has been seen in many productions in the Cinci area, and spent time on tour across the east coast with Hampstead Players. In her spare time, she can be found in Great American Ballpark cheering on the Reds as a member of the Rally Pack.