Not Just ANY Broadway

Not Just ANY Broadway-Themed Camp!
Our Broadway teaching artists have
made it to the top of their craft –
hone your skills under their expert guidance.
Join our unique musical theatre intensive and work both one-on-one and in groups
with our brilliant team of top Broadway professionals. Carefully selected to create
a safe and invigorating atmosphere for the study of music, dance and theatre, our
teaching artists are leaders in the performance field and will advance your skills, no
matter how accomplished or inexperienced you are.
At the end of this four- to six-day musical theatre intensive, you have the chance to
strut your new expertise on stage before a cheering audience.
Audition by video for a top NYC casting director (this resulted in major acting
contract offers to students in 2014 and 2015). Get feedback, and maybe an invitation
to audition for your first Broadway show!
Students will be given the opportunity to have their headshots taken by a top NYC
résumé photographer at a discounted price (cost is additional to tuition).
Past Instructors include:
Laura Bell Bundy – (Founder) Tony Award® nominee, Legally Blonde
Paul Canaan – (Executive Director) Kinky Boots
Billy Porter – Tony Award® winner – Best Actor in a Musical, Kinky Boots
Shoshana Bean – Wicked, Hairspray
Eden Espinosa – Wicked, Brooklyn the Musical, Rent
Carlos Encinias – Les Miserables, Scandalous
Kris Koop Ouellette – The Phantom of the Opera
Callan Bergmann – Rogers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella
Connor Gallagher – (Casting Director / Choreographer) Elf, Tangled
Rachel Hoffman – (Casting Director) Telsey + Company
Our generous sponsors ensure that the cost of Take It From The Top is as low as
it can be. We also offer a limited number of need-based scholarships. For more
information, go to whartoncenter.com/takeitfromthetop.
Photos: Harley Seeley
I am currently performing in, and associate
dance captain for, the Tony Award® winning
Broadway hit Kinky Boots, following
successful Broadway runs in Legally Blonde,
Miss Saigon, Thoroughly Modern Millie, La
Cage Aux Folles and Chitty Chitty Bang
Bang. I dreamed of an opportunity to
study like this my whole life…Take It From
The Top is my dream realized. Is it yours?
Take It From The Top is a catalyst for creativity in life. Together
with Tony Award® nominee, Laura Bell Bundy, I designed Take It
From The Top as a completely unique educational opportunity,
offering students the chance to study with world-class artists at
the top of the performing arts field and be seen by a top NYC
casting director.
EAST LANSING, MI 48824-1318
750 EAST SHAW LANE
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
FOR PERFORMING ARTS
Not Just ANY
Broadway-Themed Camp!
World-Class Broadway Teaching Artists
SUMMER 2016
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN
Not Just ANY Broadway-Themed Camp!
Get inspired & discover your own voice.
Whether you aspire to be a big Broadway star or just love the fun of putting on a
show, Take It From The Top teaches life skills you’ll use on every career path, with
active engagement in:
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Feeling comfortable and experienced while improvising
• Developing courage and confidence in a supportive, creative environment
• Increasing resourcefulness and creativity
• Becoming a team player
• Exploring and expanding versatility
• Inspiring flexibility
• Respecting and meeting deadlines
Register: whartoncenter.com/takeitfromthetop
All classes take place at Wharton Center for Performing Arts
on the campus of Michigan State University
750 East Shaw Lane, East Lansing, MI 48824-1318
Take It From The Top is a national arts alliance dedicated to
providing quality education enrichment through music, dance
and theatre to students and other organizations nationwide.
Our primary goal is to serve as a catalyst for creativity for
aspiring artists through professional mentoring, workshops,
and structured programs that will inspire confidence and
provide students a pathway to attain their highest potential.
NEW!!! JUNIOR ADVANCED MUSICAL
THEATRE INTENSIVE
– FOCUS ON 13 THE MUSICAL –
Monday, July 25 - Saturday, July 30 • Ages 7-15
AUDITION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE
ADVANCED MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE
– FOCUS ON CRAZY FOR YOU –
Monday, July 25 - Saturday, July 30 • Ages 16-25
AUDITION REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE
• Designed for students with experience in musical theatre who are ready to
amp up their training.
• Examine all elements of an entire show – voice, acting and dance – in a
complete journey into character exploration and development.
• Focus on professional aspects of show business:
• Audition technique and materials
• Head shots and résumés
• Identify and explore your “type”
• Video audition for a top NYC casting director and receive feedback!
• Perform an abridged version of 13 The Musical (Junior Advanced) or Crazy for
You (Advanced) as a recital – admission is FREE!
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
• 32-bar cut from musical theatre song or pop song with a strong story line
• Be prepared to dance (have shoes and clothing you can move in)
• Bring sheet music and/or “karaoke” accompaniment
• Submit photo and résumé (if available)
• AUDITION DATE: Sunday, May 1, 10am- 6pm at Wharton Center —
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reserve your spot at kris.ouellette@whartoncenter.com or by
calling 517.884.3166
• Electronic applications will be considered if you cannot attend.
• Acceptance into Junior Advanced or Advanced programs will be
announced Tuesday, May 3.
• Applicants may enroll in the Pre-Teen / Teen workshop if not selected to
participate in the Junior Advanced and Advanced programs.
• Once accepted into either Advanced program, you may register online at
www.whartoncenter.com/takeitfromthetop.
CLASSES:
Junior Advanced and Advanced
MONDAY – FRIDAY
SATURDAY
10am – 5pm
10am – 1pm Tech Rehearsal
Lunch: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (BYO)
1pm FREE Recital: abridged
versions of 13 The Musical
and Crazy for You
TUITION: $415
CAPACITY: 30 Advanced students,
30 Junior Advanced students
REGISTRATION/PAYMENT DEADLINE: July 20*
You may register online only after you've been notified of your acceptance into the
Advanced program.
FIVE-DAY MUSICAL THEATRE INTENSIVE
Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29 • Ages 8-19
PRE-TEEN (Ages 8-13) / TEEN (Ages 14-19)
• Explore the “triple-threat” disciplines of music, dance and acting in a safe,
inventive environment.
• Have the opportunity to audition by video and receive feedback from a
top New York casting director.
• Showcase your talents in a recital performance at the end of the week –
FREE for family and friends to attend.
CLASSES:
Pre-Teen and Teen
MONDAY – THURSDAY
10am – 3pm
Age groups taught separately
Lunch: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (BYO)
FRIDAY
Noon – 5:30pm Tech Rehearsal
7pm FREE Student
Showcase Recital
TUITION: $315
CAPACITY: 120 Total
REGISTRATION/PAYMENT DEADLINE: July 20*
ADULT CLASS
– ONE EVENING OF THEATRE GAMES AND CASUAL CABARET -
Wednesday, July 27 • Ages 21 to 101+!
Have a ton of fun while enhancing your boardroom skills and confidence. Learn
improvisational skills, learn choreography, and work on interpretation of a favorite
song.
• Prepare a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre piece or any song you love –
bring sheet music.
• Need help finding a song? Contact Kris Koop Ouellette at 517.884.3166 or
kris.ouellette@whartoncenter.com.
CLASS:
Adult
ONE NIGHT ONLY! WEDNESDAY, JULY 27
7pm - 10pm Wharton Center
TUITION: $30
CAPACITY: 30 students (The more, the merrier...
invite your friends!)
REGISTRATION/PAYMENT DEADLINE: July 20*
NOTE: Registrations are filled on a first-come, first-served basis for
all classes. Apply early to guarantee your spot.
REGISTER TODAY:
whartoncenter.com/takeitfromthetop
*Late submissions may be considered if class size permits