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Next Generation School of Theatre: Summer Sessions

 

What is Next Gen?

A wide range of fun-filled summer classes that provide students entering grades 1-12 an unforgettable learning experience in the arts.  Topics range from musical theatre, creative play, acting, improv, filmmaking, and more.  We also offer a fully immersive performance opportunity with our three-week Next Gen Musical!  No experience necessary–just a creative spirit and curiosity.

What is the age range?

Classes are available for young people entering grades 1 through 12.  We are also looking for Teaching Artists in Training ages 13 and up.

What are the available dates?

Sessions start on Monday June 29 and run until Friday, August 28.  Most sessions are one week in length, running Monday-Friday 9am-3pm.

Where do summer sessions take place?

All programs will be located at the Hangar Theatre at 801 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca, NY.

How do I register?

Register HERE

How much is tuition?

Tuition is $355/week; $700 for the two-week One-Act Performance Workshop; $900 for the three-week Next Gen Musical.

What if the session I’m interested in is full?

Email education@hangartheatre.org and we will put you on the waitlist for that session.

Next Generation Cancellation Policy

Full refunds are available up to two weeks prior to the start of the camp session. After that, we review refund requests on a case-by-case basis.

 

We look forward to creating with your young people this summer!
June 29-July 3

Dramatic Kids: Superheroes and Creative Masterminds
Grade 1-3
Students will create vivid and amazing characters from the stretches of their imaginations using theatre games, storytelling and crafts. The epic battle of good vs. evil continues in this super-powered session! Students will share what they’ve created in a showcase of scenes at the end of the week.

Break-a-Leg I
Grade 4-6
In this popular Hangar offering, students explore the world of theatre and storytelling through games, improvisation, movement work, script-writing and art projects in a program that emphasizes teamwork, imagination, and creative exploration and concludes with the group sharing a totally original play!


July 6-July 10

Dramatic Kids: Magical Musicals
Grade 1-3
A first exploration of musical theatre, which is sure to include some of the most magical moments and songs from your favorite Disney musicals. Using games, activities, and music, young artists will have the chance to recreate their favorite theatrical moments in story and song.

Introduction to Musical Theatre
Grade 4-6
In a fun and supportive group setting, students will experience the joy of expressing themselves through song, dance, and movement. Young people will develop an understanding of musical theatre in an encouraging, playful, and joyous environment, and will work together to create a piece to share with friends and family at the end of the week.

Musical Theatre Experience
Grade 7-10
Working with skilled musical theatre artists, students will explore storytelling through song, musical scene study, and character work through a variety of styles. Students will work with instructors to create a musical theatre revue to share with friends and family at the end of the week.


July 13-July 17

Dramatic Kids: Creature Creations
Grade 1-3
For young people who love animals–real and imaginary–and bringing them to life through creative play! Students will engage in games, explorations of movement and sound, and creature-centered storytelling to share in a showcase at the close of the session.

Totally Improv
Grade 4-6
Explore improvisation (the art of performing without a script) and ensemble building in a week-long class that develops essential theatre skills such as active listening, confidence, timing, and teamwork. Students will share techniques they’ve learned at the end of the week in a culminating performance.

NextGen Musical: Title TBD
Grade 5-12
This year’s fully produced KIDDSTUFF production, complete with costumes and scenery, provides students the chance to learn and create together, with the guidance of a professional director and choreographer. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing skills—culminating with performances at the Hangar Theatre. Performances will take place Fri, July 31-Sun, Aug 2. Please register only if you are available for all performances!


July 20-July 24

Dramatic Kids: Fantastical Fun
Grade 1-3
In a mix of theatre and creative play, students will have a chance to create a world filled with wonder and fantasy. Combining games, storytelling, characters and crafts—this class is perfect for your most creative young people! Students will share what they’ve created at the end of the week.

Introduction to Filmmaking
Grade 4-6
Aspiring filmmakers will be introduced to the building blocks of filmmaking via Smartphone technology (other devices can also be used) while working together to write scripts, create scenes, and learn about storytelling through visuals, framing, and dialogue. Students will create short films together in class that can be shared with friends and family at the end of the week.

NextGen Musical: Title TBD
Grade 5-12
This year’s fully produced KIDDSTUFF production, complete with costumes and scenery, provides students the chance to learn and create together, with the guidance of a professional director and choreographer. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing skills—culminating with performances at the Hangar Theatre. Performances will take place Fri, July 31-Sun, Aug 2. Please register only if you are available for all performances!


July 27-July 31

Dramatic Kids: Sci-Fi Adventures
Grade 1-3
Embark on an exciting adventure as you explore the wonders of space and time in this out-of-this-world creative class. Working together to create stories and scenarios that span time and space, students will have fun and activate their imaginations as they explore theatre games, improv, and inter-galactic characters.

Musical Break-a-Leg
Grade 4-6
A musical version of our popular “Break-a-Leg” offering! Students explore the world of theatre and storytelling through games, improvisation exercises, movement work, and craft projects in a program that emphasizes teamwork, imagination, creative exploration, and confidence building, and ends with the sharing of a totally original play–this time, with group songs!

NextGen Musical: Title TBD
Grade 5-12
This year’s fully produced KIDDSTUFF production, complete with costumes and scenery, provides students the chance to learn and create together, with the guidance of a professional director and choreographer. Hone your acting, singing, and dancing skills—culminating with performances at the Hangar Theatre. Performances will take place Fri, July 31-Sun, Aug 2. Please register only if you are available for all performances!


August 3-August 7

Dramatic Kids: Time Travel
Grade 1-3
Ever wonder what it would be like to live during the Knights of the Roundtable, or on Prehistoric Earth, or 100 years in the future? In this session kids can imagine these stories and explore ways to act them out. Students will share what they’ve explored–and the stories they’ve created–at the end of the week.

Play Practice: Page to Stage
Grade 4-6
In this new session, students will collaborate with teaching artists as they cast, rehearse and perform a short, scripted play in one-week! Along the way, they’ll explore the basics of staging and how to develop characters, while learning about the rehearsal process from start to finish. Families will be invited to a final performance at the end of the week.

Improv and Sketch Comedy
Grade 7-10
Young performers can develop characters, scenarios, and acting skills through a variety of fun games and improv exercises while strengthening essential theatre skills such as active listening, timing, and teamwork. Students will share techniques they’ve learned at the end of the week in a culminating performance.


August 10-August 14

Dramatic Kids: Fractured Fairy Tales
Grade 1-3
A chance to share the stories we think we know, in a whole new way! Young people will explore familiar tales through games and exercises, and turn them on their head by changing characters, setting, point of view or plot to make for a fun and exciting new telling. Students will share what they’ve created with friends and family at the end of the week.

Introduction to Filmmaking II
Grade 4-6
Aspiring filmmakers will be introduced to the building blocks of filmmaking via Smartphone technology (other devices can also be used) while working together to write scripts, create scenes, and learn about storytelling through imagery, framing, and dialogue. Students will create short films together in class that can be shared with friends and family at the end of the week.

One-Act Performance Workshop
Grade 5-10
Take your stage skills to the next level in this new two-week theatre intensive. Guided by a theatre professional, students will dive into the rehearsal and performance of scripted one-act plays. The sessions will include learning about acting techniques, character development, making choices in a rehearsal process, and presenting a staged short play.


August 17-August 21

Dramatic Kids: Passport Around the World
Grade 1-3
Young artists can travel the world and the seven seas in this session: which will explore different places (real or imagined) with exciting characters (explorers! pirates! mermaids!) in stories, theatre games, and the creation of an original play to share with family and friends. 

Break-a-Leg II
Grade 4-6
In this popular Hangar offering, students explore the world of theatre and storytelling through games, improvisation, movement work, script-writing and art projects in a program that emphasizes teamwork, imagination, and creative exploration and concludes with the group sharing a totally original play!

One-Act Performance Workshop
Grade 5-10
Take your stage skills to the next level in this new two-week theatre intensive. Guided by a theatre professional, students will dive into the rehearsal and performance of scripted one-act plays. The sessions will include learning about acting techniques, character development, making choices in a rehearsal process, and presenting a staged short play.


August 25-August 29

Play Builders
Grade 2-5
A chance to explore, make connections, and enjoy the last days of summer–while making a play! Learn about all the elements that come together to create a performance in a fun and supportive environment that prioritizes creativity and expression. 


Questions?

E-mail education@hangartheatre.org

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FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS 

Need based financial aid available for all Hangar Education programs.  Please fill out the Scholarship Request Form below.  A Hangar representative will follow up within two weeks of submitting the form, to complete the process.  Please fill out all sections of the form, including the specific program you are interested in.  We hold spots for students requesting financial aid in all classes.

Scholarship Request Form

We also offer the chance to purchase a class for a student as a pay-it-forward initiative. For additional questions or to contribute to our Pay-it-Forward fund, please email education@hangartheatre.org