Friday, August 25, 2017

What To Expect From A Musical Theater Camp

By George Wright


Kids who sing and dance bring joy to themselves and anyone they perform for. Family and friends may delight in their performances. They may even encourage them to take classes to learn how to sing and dance even better. It really helps for them to meet other children who have similar interests, which is why a Musical Theater Camp is a great idea as well.

These camps have a lot of things to offer, not the least of which is the classes in singing and dancing. They learn to do both, but also to hone any skills they may already have. These camps are really for all skill levels, so do not worry if your child is still a beginner. They not only acquire new skills but practice and improve upon the ones they already have under the guidance of professionals who know what it takes to make it on Broadway.

The children will also learn what is known in musical circles as song interpretation, where they sing something differently than the traditional way. There may also be specialized dance classes that focus on such classics as ballet, tap dancing, and jazz as well, so they know all of the major dance types.

One of the skills that is often overlooked when it comes to musical theater is the ability to audition. Auditioning is as much about skills and knowledge as it is actual performance. If you present yourself professionally, you are more likely to get hired. So these skills are taught during the camp as well.

Many camps are held out in the wilderness, so there may be a body of water nearby. When not practicing, the campers can have some fun and let loose by swimming or canoeing. Other activities may be focused on musical instruments, arts and crafts and whatever else your particular camp has to offer.

Most camps are held remotely, and require overnight stays for several weeks. If you or your child worries about being away overnight for so long, you can find a day camp near you instead. These are almost like daycare, where you drop the child off in the morning and go back to pick them up sometime after work. They are usually held indoors in larger cities or suburbs, so there may be one convenient to you.

No matter whether you do overnight or day camping, each session will last at least three weeks. Some places want a full four week commitment. While this may seem like a long time, it is good because it allows plenty of time for the campers to really hone the new skills they acquired. Without constant repetition, they may forget what they learned.

All of this culminates in a final performance for the parents. This is at the end of the session, and all the kids get to participate. They put on a big musical play to show what they learned to all the parents. It also gives them time in the spotlight, which they really need to get used to if they intend to use the camp as a stepping stone towards a career.




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