Monday 21 August 2017

What To Expect From A Musical Theater Camp

By George Wright


It is usually a joy for parents to see that their kids have talent. Perhaps your child serenades you or does a dance to entertain. If they want to hone their talents and pursue acting on the stage in the future, then it is not enough just to send them to lessons. You should really consider sending them to a Musical Theater Camp so they can meet other kids with their interest.

At one of these camps, your child or children will learn to sing and dance, or improve upon whatever skills they already have. They will not only learn, but they will have ample time to practice what they have learned so that they hone their newly acquired skills and keep them for a lifetime. All of this is under the guidance of professionals who have been on the stage and know what it takes to have a career in this very competitive field.

Beyond the actual songs and dance, there is song interpretation, where kids learn to sing popular songs beyond what they are used to. They may also learn specialized dance forms to give them even more skills to put on their resume. These may include tap dancing, ballet, and even jazz steps.

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.

Many camps have sessions that are three weeks, but others may go up to four weeks. This may seem like a long time, but it is just enough time to instill the students with lessons, then give them lots of time to practice. If you want what they learned to stick with them for a lifetime, then they really do need the constant repetition that comes with practice.

They also need time to prepare their final performance. This is a big play where all the students get to participate and perform for the parents. It lets them show off what they learned and get some experience in front of an audience. This experience is invaluable and gives them the chance to really shine and get a taste of what their future may hold.




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