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Rogers and Hammerstein's first musical is coming to the Newton Theatre Kids stage! This beloved show follows the romance and conflict that arises in the territory that will eventually become Oklahoma. Famous songs include "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning," "People Will Say We're in Love," and "Oklahoma."
Our spring rehearsal process runs from late March until June, with the following performance dates: Monday Afternoon Class: June 15th Wednesday Afternoon Class: June 10th Wednesday Evening Class: June 12th Thursday Afternoon Class: June 11th For a complete list of rehearsal dates, click here. Registration opens on Monday, February 3rd at 7 AM. Please try to register promptly, as our programs have limited slots. |
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Week #1: Hey Little Songbird Cabaret Crew
Help your child strengthen their love of musical theater acting! Participants will learn to create engaging musical theater performances while working on a piece selected specifically for them that can be used for future auditions or performances. This is an acting class involving music, so no background in vocal technique or music theory is necessary. The program will culminate in a stress-free, cabaret-style showcase on the final day. Dates: July 6-10 Cost: $375 per child Cap: 15 participants Week #2: Best Foot Forward Audition Boot Camp Give your child the tools to enter any audition with confidence! Participants will explore different methods of approaching a text while working on two individually selected monologues-- one classical and one contemporary-- that they can use for future auditions. The program encourages participants to view all auditions as learning experiences and will culminate in a stress-free showcase on the final day. Dates: July 13-17 Cost: $375 per child Cap: 15 participants Week #3: Breaking Down the Bard Shakespeare Workshop Open your child up to the joy of performing Shakespeare! Using a variety of techniques, participants will learn how to approach Shakespearean verse and prose as they work on individual speeches and iconic scenes from the canon. Participants will leave feeling confident that they can take on theater from any era. All levels of Shakespeare-ience are welcome! The program will culminate in a stress-free showcase on the final day. Dates: July 20-24 Cost: $375 per child Cap: 15 participants |
Each intensive runs Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 12 PM.
Newton Location TBA Intensive Series Director: Abby Lass Music Director for Week #1: Elaine Leisinger |
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We are thrilled to be putting on a unique rendition of Irving Berlin's classic show, Annie Get Your Gun. The musical follows the adventures of real-life sharpshooter Annie Oakley as she enters the exciting world of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Directed by Melissa Bernstein, Linda Goetz and Hannah Rosenberg. Click here for winter session information. |
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What is Newton Theatre Kids?
Newton Theatre Kids is an exciting opportunity for children in grades K-5 to explore and cultivate a love of theater. Our highly experienced staff provides a nurturing environment in which kids can feel comfortable and confident while expressing themselves through acting, singing, dancing, and scenery-making. At the end of each session, families are invited to watch their children perform a fully staged and costumed production specifically tailored to the program. Whether your child dreams of being a thespian or simply wants to try something new, Theatre Kids has a place for them. |
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