San Diego Junior Theatre Classes & Camps
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WINTER CLASSES 2019 WINTER CAMP 2019
San Diego Junior Theatre
Winter Classes 2019
Balboa Park
January 14, 2019 - March 24, 2019
All Balboa Park Campus classes are held in the Casa del Prado Building. Class/Camp specifics are subject to change without notice. Registration is accepted through the first week of the session. However, we are strict about class size and age limits. Students must be at least 3 years old to participate in Pre-K classes, and must be toilet trained.
Cancellations/Refunds: Cash refunds (less $25.00 service charge per child, per class or camp) are available up until seven days prior to the start of class or camp, after which time no refund is given. If Junior Theatre must cancel a class or camp due to insufficient enrollment, any tuition paid will be refunded in full. Note: Once a child has auditioned for a play in Balboa Park, there are no refunds or tuition credit granted. Any discounts must be taken at the time of the order; no retroactive discounts or refunds/credits will be granted.
We offer multi-class and sibling discounts. Call (619) 239-1311 for more information. Please note, no discounts can be taken online.
Please register early; classes fill quickly.
*A $2.00 online registration fee will be applied at checkout.
Registration Form Tuition Assistance Form
The Wizard of Oz: Young actors and dancers, join Dorothy, The Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow’s wild adventures into the Land of Oz! This class brings characters to life through speech and movement while incorporating basic foundations of dance.
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Students will discover the basic vocabulary and techniques behind the art of improv through scenes, games and exercises in a fun, supportive environment. Students will learn the value of team work as they become a more playful, spontaneous and flexible actor. On the last day of class students will perform in an improv showcase for family and friends.
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Directors look for actors who are comfortable and confident on stage. In this acting class we will explore the essential skills to naturally move their bodies on stage, how to easily find the emotion of a character, how to control their voices and develop the powerful tool of listening and reacting. We will discover how effortless acting can be while learning the secrets that the best actors out there know.
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Great actors are great storytellers. Learn to make characters come alive with great narration and visual language.
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A class designed to introduce clown, pantomime and commedia styles related to the upcoming production of Suessical. Students will learn to use physical comedy and exaggeration to tell stories and create characters.
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Young actors, join us as we walk through the woods and meet the world’s best-loved monster! The Gruffalo class brings animal characters to life and celebrates a very brave and clever mouse.
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1st-3rd graders will re-create selections from the ever-popular Lion King while learning how to use the actor’s tools, story structures and teamwork to present selected scenes.
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Pippi Longstocking: Students will get a taste of the JT production season by using themes from Pippi Longstocking of as a basis for developing character, storytelling, costumes and props. Creating short theatre pieces will challenge students through speech, dramatic movement, and communicating emotion and subtext.4
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Throughout theatre history, renowned artists such as Anton Chekhov, Sanford Meisner, and Anne Bogart have developed acting technique to access character and story in an organic and authentic way. This class will allow students to explore several techniques and develop their sensibilities as actors.
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Using the adventures of Alice in Wonderland of as a basis for theatrical creation, this class will get wild and wacky with character, storytelling, costumes and props. The development of short theatre pieces will challenge creative students who love to act. Students in this class will participate as producer, actor, director and designer.
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Students will dabble in tap, jazz, contemporary and hip hop styles in this mixed-age class where older and younger students will learn from each other. Choreography is based on recent popular Broadway productions of Hamilton, An American in Paris, Kinky Boots and more.
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Build foundational dance technique with hip hop flair as we choreograph dance numbers based on popular musicals such as Hamilton, In the Heights, Bring it On, and more.
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Indulge a child’s need to move with this class that will encourage creativity, tempo, size, shape, level and feeling. This class will get the creative juices flowing and the heart pumping. Join us for the end of the session to see your little dancers perform a few combinations!
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Students will have the chance to explore creative dance movements and scenes through music from Peter Pan. Each class meeting promises a new adventure while students learn new choreography, focus on character development, and much more.
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Students will get a taste of the JT production season by putting together selected scenes from Seussical. Students will work on their acting skills while memorizing scenes, developing characters and creating original choreography.
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Peace, Love, and Rock ‘n Roll rule in this class featuring choreography from Hair, Little Shop of Horrors and Hairspray. Students will recreate original choreography and is best suited for experienced dancers.
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Recreate the wild adventures of Shere Khan, Baloo and Mowgli as we dance our way through the jungle!
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Learn foundations of vocal technique while singing along to the Tony Award winning scores of this dynamic duo. Will include selections from Ragtime, Seussical, Once on This Island, and Anastasia.
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Learn foundations of vocal technique while singing the tunes of golden age musicals, including selections from The King & I, Oklahoma, The Sound of Music, and State Fair.
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Performing musical theater requires both excellent singing and strong acting. This workshop focuses on techniques which accomplish both and result in a strong polished song which not only sounds good but also communicates emotion and messaging through the body, face and vocal nuances.
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Students will learn how to sing as an ensemble and tackle simple harmonies in popular songs from the Broadway canon. This is a terrific opportunity for children who want to pursue choral singing or musical theatre. A brief concert will be presented at the end of the session for family and friends.
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Learn the foundations of vocal technique including breath support, tone, pitch and expression while singing songs from exotic island musicals including South Pacific, Once on this Island, Moana, Gilligan’s Island and more.
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This class is the first step in a training series for potential hire at Junior Theatre as a teaching aide. This class is mandatory for students under 18 who wish to apply to be an aide. This class will cover policies, procedures, inclusion training and how to work with children. Attendance is mandatory and no conflicts will be accepted. Test on final day is a requirement. Part two will be an internship in the Spring, first session for potential hire is Summer 2019. Students must be 15 years or older to participate
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This workshop designed to introduce vocabulary and choreography that will be used in upcoming Moana rehearsals, and will also appeal to students looking to widen their dance skills with dance styles from Samoa, Fiji and Tonga. Will include a brief intro into Siva Samoa, Meke, Tau’olunga, poi balls and other traditional Polynesian performance props.
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Throughout theatre history, masks have been used by actors as a tool for creating characters. Experience the basics of neutral theatre mask work in a guided session aimed to boost creativity and partnering work. Skills will include mask work, character development, imagination, emotional work, partner work, and focus.
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This workshop is perfect for students who want a deep dive into music theory for the purposes of musical theatre. Musical theatre casts are often expected to learn ensemble songs quickly without individual support from music directors, and for those who don't read music this can be a challenge. Advance your triple threat status by learning to read the basics of musical notation, including counting, entrances and cut-offs, listening for orchestral cues, picking out harmonies, and more.
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An advanced workshop for the high school student considering theatre school and a career in the arts, these sessions will include a mock audition followed by an in-depth discussion of schools, work and life as a professional artist.
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San Diego Junior Theatre
Winter Camp 2019
Balboa Park
December 26, 2018 - January 11, 2019
All Balboa Park Campus camps are held in the Casa del Prado Building. Camp specifics are subject to change without notice.
**Camp hours are from 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will have four classes each day: acting, voice, dance, and a theatre specialty topic. Campers will be split into teams based on the grade they are entering in the fall. It is not possible for campers to be placed on a team that is above their grade level. There are presentations for families on the last day of every camp session.
***Aftercare is available daily for $15 per day from 3-5pm. There is no pre-registration required.
Cancellations/Refunds: Cash refunds (less $25.00 service charge per child, per class or camp) are available up until seven days prior to the start of class or camp, after which time no refund is given. If Junior Theatre must cancel a class or camp due to insufficient enrollment, any tuition paid will be refunded in full. Note: Once a child has auditioned for a play in Balboa Park, there are no refunds or tuition credit granted. Any discounts must be taken at the time of the order; no retroactive discounts or refunds/credits will be granted.
We offer multi-class and sibling discounts. Call (619) 239-1311 for more information. Please note, no discounts can be taken online.
Please register early; camps fill quickly.
*A $2.00 online registration fee will be applied at checkout.
Registration Form Tuition Assistance Form
**Camp hours are from 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will have four classes each day: acting, voice, dance, and a theatre specialty topic. Campers will be split into teams based on the grade they are entering in the fall. It is not possible for campers to be placed on a team that is above their grade level. There are presentations for families on the last day of every camp session.
***Aftercare is available daily for $15 per day from 3-5pm. There is no pre-registration required.
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**Camp hours are from 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will have four classes each day: acting, voice, dance, and a theatre specialty topic. Campers will be split into teams based on the grade they are entering in the fall. It is not possible for campers to be placed on a team that is above their grade level. There are presentations for families on the last day of every camp session.
***Aftercare is available daily for $15 per day from 3-5pm. There is no pre-registration required.
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**Camp hours are from 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will have four classes each day: acting, voice, dance, and a theatre specialty topic. Campers will be split into teams based on the grade they are entering in the fall. It is not possible for campers to be placed on a team that is above their grade level. There are presentations for families on the last day of every camp session.
***Aftercare is available daily for $15 per day from 3-5pm. There is no pre-registration required.
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This camp is for serious acting students who want to explore some of Tennessee Williams’ finest and most powerful work, including classics like THE GLASS MENAGERIE, A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, and other One-Acts from “27 Wagons Full of Cotton and other plays.” These pieces are full of the perception of life as it is, and the passion for life as it ought to be. Students will devote time to a deeper connection of Williams’ rich use of language, passionate and layered characters, mature content and themes, timeless resonance and imagery, and so much more!
Audition Information: Students must submit a video audition to be considered, as space is limited. Auditions should consist of a dramatic monologue that is relevant to the project and under two minutes long. Please send videos to justinlang247@gmail.com.
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San Diego Junior Theatre
Fall Classes 2018
Balboa Park
September 10, 2018 - November 21, 2018
All Balboa Park Campus classes are held in the Casa del Prado Building. Class/Camp specifics are subject to change without notice. Registration is accepted through the first week of the session. However, we are strict about class size and age limits. Students must be at least 3 years old to participate in Pre-K classes, and must be toilet trained.
Cancellations/Refunds: Cash refunds (less $25.00 service charge per child, per class or camp) are available up until seven days prior to the start of class or camp, after which time no refund is given. If Junior Theatre must cancel a class or camp due to insufficient enrollment, any tuition paid will be refunded in full. Note: Once a child has auditioned for a play in Balboa Park, there are no refunds or tuition credit granted. Any discounts must be taken at the time of the order; no retroactive discounts or refunds/credits will be granted.
We offer multi-class and sibling discounts. Call (619) 239-1311 for more information. Please note, no discounts can be taken online.
Please register early; classes fill quickly.
*A $2.00 online registration fee will be applied at checkout.
Registration Form Tuition Assistance Form
San Diego Junior Theatre
Fall Camps 2018
Balboa Park
September 10, 2018 - November 21, 2018
All Balboa Park Campus camps are held in the Casa del Prado Building. Camp specifics are subject to change without notice.
**Camp hours are from 9:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Campers will have four classes each day: acting, voice, dance, and a theatre specialty topic. Campers will be split into teams based on the grade they are entering in the fall. It is not possible for campers to be placed on a team that is above their grade level. There are presentations for families on the last day of every camp session.
***Aftercare is available daily for $15 per day from 3-5pm. There is no pre-registration required.
Cancellations/Refunds: Cash refunds (less $25.00 service charge per child, per class or camp) are available up until seven days prior to the start of class or camp, after which time no refund is given. If Junior Theatre must cancel a class or camp due to insufficient enrollment, any tuition paid will be refunded in full. Note: Once a child has auditioned for a play in Balboa Park, there are no refunds or tuition credit granted. Any discounts must be taken at the time of the order; no retroactive discounts or refunds/credits will be granted.
We offer multi-class and sibling discounts. Call (619) 239-1311 for more information. Please note, no discounts can be taken online.
Please register early; camps fill quickly.
*A $2.00 online registration fee will be applied at checkout.
Registration Form Tuition Assistance Form
San Diego Junior Theatre provides engaging, innovative, high-quality theatre education and productions for children of all cultural heritages, ages, abilities and levels of interest.
San Diego Junior Theatre educational programs and productions are made possible in part by show ticket sales, class and camp registrations, and public contributions.
Major funding is provided by the California Arts Council, the County of San Diego, the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture, the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department,
and the San Diego Junior Theatre Auxiliary.
