Theatre Lab Production Camp - Peter Pan

Welcome to our Theatre Lab Production Camp, where students are invited to embark on an exciting journey into the world of theater! Join us as we bring the timeless tale of Peter Pan to life in our workshop production designed specifically for young actors. This camp will culminate in two performances of the play in our KMT blackbox theatre for friends and family!

Throughout the camp, students will have the opportunity to dive into the creative process, from memorizing lines to participating in a fun and low-pressure group audition. All students will have roles. Our KMT blackbox theatre, which is specially built for our students, will serve as the canvas for our imaginations, with minimal set pieces allowing our young actors to unleash their creativity.

In addition to honing their acting skills, students will have the chance to get hands-on with costume elements and hand props, crafting them alongside their peers. They'll also explore the fascinating world of light design and operation, learning how to enhance the story creation through stage lighting.

We believe in the power of collaboration and collective creativity, and no prior experience is needed to join us on this theatrical adventure. However, commitment is key, as students must be available for the entire camp duration and missing more than one day may result in a role reassignment.

Students must be willing to jump into the fun hard work of theatrical storytelling. It requires focus, memorization, and a willingness to try new things.

Note about casting: Each student will be assigned a role or roles to act in the production. Every part in theatre is important, on and off the stage. It really does take the whole community to put on a show. We expect our campers to agree to stay with us, even if they don't get the part they were hoping for. As an adult in their life, you can please help them navigate this through messaging something like, "we don't always get the role we want, but I'm excited to see how you handle this challenge with grace. I know you will be a positive and supportive cast member, and as always, you will shine in any role." We feel this is a really important message for kids to receive from adults they trust, both in theatre and for life :).

We are excited to get into our special KMT blackbox theatre for our first production and look forward to your kids joining us for a imagination-filled, creative Peter Pan storytelling theatrical adventure!

Schedule
August 1st & August 2nd - 1:o0 - 4:00 PM

August 5th - 16th - 9:00AM - 2:00 PM - Weekdays only - no weekends
Additional time may be added on August 15th and/or August 16th for the production

Teaching Artists

Gabrielle Brinkman

Jennifer Mikel

Shey Lionheart

Karli Nelson

Paige DeAlmedia

Sam Dinkowitz

Good to know:

• There will be a snack time and lunch time (August 1 & 2 snack only). NO NUTS please. We can not provide food; please send a snack & lunch!
• We encourage water bottles with lids. There is a water fountain available.
• We suggest students wear layers (temperatures vary; we have air conditioning but it's an old building and cranky.).
• We'll be in the Lab which has a special floor - sneakers or something similar please. No cleats, mud, spikes, high heals, boots etc. 
• Adults do not stay. We have a waiting area available with puzzles and books. However, on a nice day, we encourage families to head out and enjoy Astoria, do shopping etc. while we make theatre with your kids!
• Heads up that parking can take awhile depending on what is happening downtown.
• Kids 9 and up can check themselves in and out with advance permission. A link to the form is in the confirmation email after registration.