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Happy 20th Birthday Summer Stage !

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS AS
ONE OF SOUTH JERSEY’S
HIGHEST QUALITY AND MOST All Photos by Andy Lalli
AFFORDABLE PERFORMING & Summe Stage Theme Song:
VISUAL ARTS CAMPS.
Summer Stage and Happiness go hand in hand it seems......

Dear Parents and Summer Stagers,

!! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Since 1989, Summer Stage has been the home to thousands of young people for seven weeks during the summer.
It is here that they meet other kids with like interests, are taught by knowledgeable staff, and guided by some of the most
caring people I have ever met. Summer Stage has always felt that the quality of the show was just as important as the
quality of the overall experience, and as a result, the kids who come to Summer Stage find themselves in a friendly envi-
ronment, dedicated to excellence, but never forgetting that the children, themselves, are paramount. This is why Summer
Stage continues to be the largest summer theatre camp, with the largest number of programs, the most staff, the highest
number of return participants, and some of the lowest prices around. Located on the beautiful Camden County College
campus in Blackwood, where there is an intimate theatre, quality food service, free parking, professional 24/7 security,
and easy access, it is easy to see why thousands of parents have entrusted their children each summer to the care of Main-
stage Center for the Arts' Summer Stage program. This year, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, Summer Stage prom-
ises to be one of our finest. We have excellent new shows, many new and exciting additions to the program and changes to
our staff, all with an emphasis on enrichment in the arts, building new and lasting friendships, learning and developing
new skills, but most importantly, FUN. It is easy to see!why Mainstage Center for the Arts' Summer Stage program was
voted one of the best in South Jersey five years in a row by readers of the Courier Post. I hope you and your children have
a wonderful summer.
Sincerely,
Ed Fiscella
Artistic Director - Founder

Our program hours don’t fit 7:30 am - 9:00 am $200. 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm $250.
your work schedule? Take ad- $300. for both am and pm
vantage of
Stage Key is a before and after care program designed to assist working
Stage Key! parents as you work to fit your child’s love for the arts into your busy work
schedule. Fees can be prorated for those taking Dance Explosion.

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 For more information visit www.mainstage.org or call 856-227-3091.
Summer Stage Programs for
youth entering 2nd through 5th
Time for making memories and sharing childhood
dreams...................
KIDS STUFF
* Entering 2nd &
3rd grade
* 9:00 - 12:00
* June 30 - August 1
* Monday - Friday * $325.
* T- shirt included
* Add Storytelling for full day
of fun -$100.00
MAINSTAGE CENTER FOR THE
ARTS and FRONT and CENTER, of
Ridley, Pa., sponsor this five day a
week camp for young people enter-
ing second or third grade in Sep-
tember 2008, who have an interest
in the performing arts.
The camp offers three hours of
workshops as an introduction to
the world of theatre: a chance to
see everything that goes on in
front of and behind the footlights.
Our instructors have extensive ex-
perience in theatre arts as well as
working with children. Program
features a final performance.
KIDS STUFF 2008 is as perfect
for those who are curious about
theatre as it is for those who know
that the spotlight beckons. Please
address questions regarding KIDS
STUFF only to
suzeeb03@hotmail.com.
Culminating Performance:
KIDS IN THE BIZ
Sunday, August 3
7:00 pm
There will be an afternoon dress rehearsal on
the day of the show!
APPRENTICE PROGRAM
* Entering 4th & 5th grade
* 9:00 – 12:00 * $325.00
* Monday – Friday
*June 30 - August 1
* T-shirt included
* Add Storytelling through the
Arts for full day experience- $100.00
The Apprentice Program is designed to prepare children for full par-
ticipation in the Children’s Theatre program. Apprentices will take
daily classes in Creative Dramatics, Music, Dance and Creative
Movement. These classes will provide the fundamentals of stage
performance in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. They will also have op-
portunities to see all of the Children’s Theatre productions. Appren-
tice program will culminate with a performance on Sunday, August 3
at 7:00 pm with an afternoon dress rehearsal.
Join us morning or afternoon or combine
Storytelling with Kids Stuff or Apprentice for
a full day experience.
STORYTELLING THROUGH
THE ARTS
* Entering 2nd & 3rd
* Entering 4th & 5th
* Monday - Friday
* June 30 - Aug 1
* $225.00 for program alone
*100.00 when added to Kids
Stuff or Apprentice
An afternoon program, where children will enter the world of story-
telling through character discussions, crafts, improvisation, creative
writing and music depending upon their age level. Every week will
offer a new theme and/or genre to focus on. Children will have
weekly opportunities to perform for their peers and directors.
 Let us take you by the hand to a place
where dreams come true.........

CHILDREN’S THEATRE
* For those entering 6th - 12th grade
* 9:00 – 3:00 * Monday - Friday
* June 24 – August 8
*$425. * T-shirt included in registration
The Children’s Theatre program is how Summer Stage
began celebrating 20 years of exciting days filled with
rehearsals and master classes in singing, dancing, film
production, acting and a lot of fun. No experience necessary
to be part of the Children’s Theatre season which tentatively
includes: Peter Pan, Cinderella, Seussical, Jr. and Magic Up
Our Sleeve. Each participant will have the chance to perform
in one of the first three shows and everyone performs in the
final musical review. There is a public performance every
Wednesday evening of performance weeks in addition to
Thursday and Friday mornings.
Auditions are not required but are recommended
because it is from these auditions that major roles in the first
three shows are cast.
GENERAL AUDITION DATES ARE: June 11,16,17, 6:30pm
Those wishing to audition only need attend one general audition.
CALL BACKS ARE: Saturday, June 21 at 10:00 am. All auditions held
in Lincoln Hall, Camden County College, 200 College Drive, Blackwood, NJ

!
DANCE EXPLOSION
*Age 11 years and up *Mon., Tues.,Wed.,
* June 30 - August 7
* 3:30 - 5:15 pm * $215.00
T-shirt included
Now in our 7th season!! Explore the world of dance
in musical theatre as we re-create Broadway
classics, study the styles of famous choreographers
and dance, dance, dance! There’s even an
Dolor adipiscing: Annemarie Weaver opportunity to create your own masterpeice as a
Office: Work Phone
Cell: Mobile Phone
student choreographer. The ultimate result: A
Email: Work Email spectacular final concert of all
dance on Thursday, August 7, at 7:30 pm.
 To a magic wonderland that we’ll create
for you..... You can close your eyes and
make-believe no matter what your age.

• Mainstage
* No fee
* Entering 9th grade and up
* T-shirt not included
* Monday - Thursday
* 6:30 - 10:30
The Mainstage Program will present RAGTIME on July
25, 26, Aug. 1 & 2. Main roles are cast by audition only
but all who wish be in the show can participate.
Auditions will be held on May 27 & 28, at 6:30 pm in
Lincoln Hall on the Blackwood Campus of Camden
County College with callbacks on May 29. Those
wishing to audition are asked to use the audition
materials selected by the directors and made available
through the Mainstage office. An audition workshop for
preparation of audition materials will be held shortly
before the auditions. Please call 856-227-3091 after
April 1 for details.

Intern Touring Company

12 -15 Interns will be accepted - small stipends possible.

Preference Given:
1. Those entering 12th grade or up in the fall
2. Those having attended Summer Stage
3. Those interested in the ins and outs of
production both as performers and staff.

Participation in this program allows a young adult

the opportunity to assist in staging, performing and
touring with an hour long show to area parks, hospitals,
and other venues. Participants will attend special
Dolor adipiscing: Annemarie Weaver
Office: Work Phone workshops and an opportunity to train and work side by
Cell: Mobile Phone side with the Summer Stage Staff for younger programs.
Email: Work Email Please call 856-227-3091 to learn how to apply to be part
of this program.
 SUMMER STAGE 2008 - REGISTRATION FORM:
Please return this form with check made payable to: The Mainstage Center for the Arts (MCA).
Your cancelled check will serve as your receipt.

Child’s Name: _______________________________ VACATION DATES: ___________________________

Parent’s Name ________________________________ Parent’s E-mail:_____________________________

Address:____________________________________________________________________________________

City_____________________________________________ State:__________ Zip:___________________

Telephone No:____________________________ Cell/Emergency No:____________________________

Name of School:________________________________________________ Grade in Fall ‘08 _________

This child has previously attended a Summer Stage Program. ____ yes ____ no
I would like to be added to a car pool list. ______ yes ______no

2008 Registration Fees:

_____Apprentice Program (entering grades 4 & 5 – AM only) $325
_____Kids Stuff (entering grades 2 and 3 – AM only): $325.
_____Storytelling through the Arts (Grades 2 & 3): $ 100.00 when added to half-day morning
_____Storytelling through the Arts (Grades 2 & 3): $ 225.00 afternoon only
_____Storytelling through the Arts (Grades 4 & 5): $ 100.00 when added to half-day morning
_____Storytelling through the Arts (Grades 4 & 5): $ 225.00 afternoon only
_____Children's Theatre (Grade 6 and up): $ $425.
_____Mainstage Only (High School and up): no fee
_____Tech Crew (8th grade and up - interview required): $275.
_____Video Film Production (8th grade to high school): $425.
_____Stage Key (latch key program) AM only $200; PM only $250; AM & PM $300.
_____Dance Explosion (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) – ages 11 and up) $215.

Discounts for three or more children in a family. (Call 856-589-7710 for information) Bronze, Silver and Gold
Patron discounts may not be combined with any other discount.

RETURNED CHECK CHARGE: ALL CHECKS RETURNED BY YOUR BANK WILL BE SUBJECT TO A $35.00 RETURN
CHECK CHARGE. RETURNED CHECKS MUST BE REPLACED WITH A CERTIFIED CHECK, CASHIERS CHECK OR
MONEY ORDER AND MUST INCLUDE THE ADDITIONAL $35.00 CHARGE.

Refund Policy: Withdraw by May 31 – 90% of registration fee

Withdraw by June 18 – 80% of registration fee
Withdraw by End of 1st week of program- 70% of fee
NO REFUNDS AFTER FIRST WEEK OF PROGRAM

T-SHIRT SIZE for programs that include shirt in registration fee: ( When in doubt, go larger)

Child’s Name:______________________ Telephone:_______________________

Shirt size:
Youth: ____Medium _____Large

Adult: ____Small ___Medium ____Large ____X-Large ____XX ____XXX

Program: (circle appropriate program) Kids Stuff Apprentice Children’s Theatre

Film Technical Crew Dance Explosion

• Due to availability & size of graphics some youth sizes may not be available for Children’s Theatre participants.
• The next best size will be chosen by our staff.
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Child’s Name: ____________________________________ Child’s Program: ______________________________

Parent or Guardian’s Names:____________________________________Parent Email:______________________

Telephone Number: (home)(____)_____________________ (work) (______) ____________________________

(pager)_____________________________ (cell phone) ________________________________________________

Father’s Employer__________________________________ Tel No.______________________________________

Mother’s Employer_________________________________ Tel No.______________________________________

In case of emergency notify:_________________________ Tel. Number: (________)________________________

Name of Doctor:_______________________ Doctor’s Telephone Number: (________)______________________

Hospital Preference:_____________________________________________________________________________

Insurance Carrier & Policy #:_____________________________________________________________________

Allergies:______________________________________________________________________________________

Medications:___________________________________________________________________________________

Pertinent medical history:_______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________________

Does your child require any special assistance? ____________________________________________________

MEDICAL RELEASE
I understand that all reasonable precautions will be taken to avoid injury and or illness
during this camp, but that occasionally something unexpected arises. I give my permission for
______________to participate in this program and agree to release all staff members of CAMDEN COUNTY
COLLEGE AND MAINSTAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS personnel from liability in case of illness or injury. Should
medical attention be required, please contact me at __________, or if I am unavailable, contact
____________________. If emergency treatment is needed, I understand that the staff will notify the
proper personnel (911). Our health insurance carrier is ________________, policy
no.____________________.
Known allergies:____________________________________________________
I understand that no medications, including Tylenol and aspirin, may be administered by any staff members of
SUMMER STAGE 2008. If my child needs special medications, I must attend the camp and administer it myself
at the appropriate time. If my child uses an inhaler, it must be sent in with usage instructions each day and
placed with the camp nurse or medical representative. Please note any special considerations such as knee
braces, casts, contacts, etc.

___________________________ ___________________________
Parental Signature Camper Signature
 For Those Who Prefer To Be

Behind the Scenes

Video Film Production Technical Theatre
*
* Entering 8th through 12th grade * Ages 13 - 18
* REQUIRED - Interview and
* Monday - Friday Letter of Recommendation
* 9:00 - 3:00 Monday - Friday
* 9:00 - 3:00 * June 24 - August 8
* $275.00 * T-shirt included
* June 24 - August 8

* $425. A chance to learn the

* T-shirt included
This summer program is designed to
take students through the entire process of
creating a short film. From screenwriting and
storyboarding to
shooting and editing.
Participants will create
their own short films to
be premiered on August
8th." Throughout the
summer students will have the opportunity
to express their creativity by directing
various film shoots and experimental
projects. Documentary and interview skills
will also be learned." In addition, students
will have the opportunity to use advanced
editing programs such as Final Cut.
production end of theatre from
professionals in the field. Training
includes carpentry, scenic painting,
lighting and running crews.
! Interviews are required
and will be conducted by
appointment during the
May 15 Summer Stage Open House/
In-Person registration event. A
letter of recommendation is
required by or before the interview.
These programs are made possible in part by
funds from the New Jersey State Coundil on
the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency
of the National Endowment and the New Jersey
Cultural Trust. This program is also made
possbile in part by funds from the New Jersey
Cultural Trust.

We’ve got magic up our sleeve. Here at Summer Stage

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 Registration forms can be downloaded at www.mainstage.org or call 856-227-3091.

COUPON FOR NEW PARTICIPANTS

Mainstage Center for the Arts wants to extend its thanks to you for exploring Summer Stage
as a summer activity for your child by offering you the following per child discounts.
Register early for the best savings.
Registration Received by:
March 30 - Save $20.00 April 15 - Save $ 15.00 May 1 - Save $10.00
MAY NOT BE USED TOWARD DANCE EXPLOSION
MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNT
Please return coupon with registration materials

OPEN HOUSE PERFORMANCE PREVIEW AND IN-PERSON REGISTRATION

THURSDAY, MAY 15 6:30 PM

DENNIS FLYER THEATRE, LINCOLN HALL
CAMDEN COUNTY COLLEGE, 200 COLLEGE DRIVE, BLACKWOOD , NJ

FOR ADDITIONAL INFO: VISIT WWW.MAINSTAGE.ORG

OR CALL 856-227-3091.

Mainstage Center for the Arts

PO Box 200,Lincoln Hall
College Drive
Blackwood, NJ 08012