More Summer Opportunities...

I recently posted about Wagner College's Summer Theater Institute Program to be held over the upcoming summer. The college is also home to another theater program known as the Actor Children's Theatre (ACT.) 

It is a new children's theatre program that encompasses a "triple threat" which teaches acting, musical performance, and movement. Actors will focus on building confidence, performing improvisations, character studies, and theater games. Children enrolled in this program will be able to audition for our spring performance of The Wizard of Oz. Directed by Solange Bila, who has staged more than 30 shows on Staten Island, a great show is sure to be the result. Children not cast in the show will continue with our spring theatre program. Give your child the opportunity to explore his/her inner self and express ideas through the art of drama. 

This spring program ran from January 23, 2010 - June 19, 2010. It is a twenty week program. It is too late to join the spring season this year, but the summer program is still open to apply. Wagner College ACT Children's Theatre Open House for children and parents to discuss summer stock and auditions for Beauty and the Beast, Jr. is being held on May 15th from 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM at the Campus Hall Musical Performance Center. The audition and registration date is Saturday, May 22, 2010 at  2:00 PM, in the Main Hall Theatre.

This is a great opportunity for children who have a passion for theater to spend their summer doing something that they love. 

What Are You Doing This Summer?

Summer Music Theatre Institute is coming to Wagner College from July 19- July 31. Applications are due by May 1, 2010 so get them in as soon as possible. The application is available on www.wagner.edu/smti as well as more detailed information. 

The program is offered strictly to high school students from around the country. A very prestige program, SMTI allows students to work with theater professionals right on the Wagner College campus. Those who attend will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the performing arts (singing, acting, and dancing.) Experts who have worked in the Broadway field and have much experience in the theatre of New York City will come to talk to the students. They will also be able to attend some actual Broadway performances over this two-week course. 

The week will culminate in a showcase of student performances for family, friends, the Wagner community and invited industry guests. SMTI aims to give students a learning experience that is professional and positive; rigorous training and serious fun.

While the "camp" may seem like fun, remember this is a time for teens to gain first hand experience at a "rigorous, college caliber training." Those interested can contact Susan Fenley and David A. Miller at smti@wagner.edu 


Act. Dance. Sing. Discover.


Good luck to all that apply and enjoy this two week once in a lifetime experience.