Summer Camps and More Come to The Maltz Jupiter

Where can you find characters from Dr. Seuss, Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid, popular Disney favorites and large-scale kids' musicals under one roof?

At the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's popular Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts summer camp programs, of course!

With a flexible schedule, budding young performers will participate in a broad range of theatre-related activities, including acting, dancing, singing, prop-making, improvisation, storytelling and more. Many of the summer camps conclude with unique themed showcase performances.

The two largest camp shows will be performed on the Theatre's stage: the Senior Conservatory's In the Heights and the Junior Conservatory's You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. The musicals will be performed complete with professional production values: sets, costumes, lights, a full orchestra and more. Enrollment fees are all-inclusive, covering all costumes and performance-related costs.

"Our summer camp sessions have something for everyone, from dance, improv and musical theatre to comedy," said Julie Rowe, director of education for the Conservatory. "Our goal is to make sure that all of our students have fun, express their creativity, build confidence and have the opportunity to perform in a safe, supportive environment."

A great way to introduce children and teens to theatre, the Senior Conservatory will take place June 10 - 28 (with full performances of In the Heights on June 28 and 29), while the Junior Conservatory will take place July 8 - 26 (with full performances of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown on July 26 and 27).

Other summer camp options include a four-day level one dance intensive camp (June 3 - 6); a one-week Dr. Seuss-themed musical theatre camp for grades K-2 and a one-week Mary Poppins-themed camp for grades 3-5 (June 3-7); a three-day Disney-themed musical theatre camp for grades K-2 and a three-day comedy-themed camp for grades 3-5, as well as a three-day camp for Dance Company members in grades 6-12 (July 1-3); a two-week level two dance intensive camp for grades 6-12 (July 8 - 19); a two-week level three dance intensive camp for grades 6-12 (July 22 - August 2); and a one-week Under the Sea-themed camp for grades K-2 and a one-week Little Mermaid-themed camp for grades 3-5 (July 29 - August 2).

Here's a look at upcoming camp offerings at the Conservatory:

June 3 - 6 - Dance Intensive Level One with Brian Andrews, grades 6 - 12

Students in grades 6 - 12 will spend four days in a dance intensive focusing on Level One studies of ballet, jazz and tap. Class will be under the guidance of Broadway veteran Brian Andrews. Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $175

June 3 - 7 - One Week Dr. Seuss! Camp, grades K - 2

Students in grades K - 2 will explore acting, voice and movement with a Dr. Seuss theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on June 7 at 2 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $215

June 3 - 7 - One Week Mary Poppins! Camp, grades 3 - 5

Students in grades 3 - 5 will explore acting, voice and movement with a Mary Poppins theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on June 7 at 3 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $215

June 10 - 28 - Senior Conservatory, grades 6 - 12 - In the Heights
Students in grades 6 and up (including candidates in the Professional Training Program) will rehearse and perform In The Heights on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's stage. The production camp includes three full weeks of instruction, rehearsals and costumes for both performances; all students will be a part of the production, with auditions held for placement only. The production will be directed and choreographed by international performer Ricky Nahas. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $810. Performances will take place June 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m.

July 1 - 3 - Three-Day Disney! Camp, grades K - 2

Students in grades K - 2 will explore acting, voice and movement with a Disney theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on July 3 at 2 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $150

July 1 - 3 - Three-Day Make 'Em Laugh Camp, grades 3 - 5

Students in grades 3 - 5 will explore acting, voice and movement with a comedy theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on July 3 at 3 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $150

July 1 - 3 - Dance Company with Brian Andrews, grades 6 - 12

Students in grades 6 - 12 in the Theatre's Dance Company will spend three days in a dance intensive by invitation only. Class will be under the guidance of Broadway veteran Brian Andrews. Monday - Wednesday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $150

July 8 - 19 - Dance Intensive Level Two with Brian Andrews, grades 6 - 12

Students in grades 6 - 12 will spend two weeks in a dance intensive focusing on Level Two studies of ballet, jazz and tap, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on July 19 at 2 p.m. on the Theatre's stage. Class will be under the guidance of Broadway veteran Brian Andrews. Monday - Thursday, 3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; $215

July 8 - 26 - Junior Conservatory, grades 3 - 5 - You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

Students in grades 3 - 5 will rehearse and perform You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre stage. The production camp includes three full weeks of instruction, rehearsals and costumes for performance; all students will be a part of the production, with auditions held for placement only. The production will be directed and choreographed by international performer Ricky Nahas. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $810. Performances will take place July 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m.

July 22 - August 2 - Dance Intensive Level Three with Brian Andrews, grades 6 - 12

Students in grades 6 - 12 will spend two weeks in a dance intensive focusing on Level Three studies of ballet, jazz and tap, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on August 2 at 2 p.m. on the Theatre's stage. Class will be under the guidance of Broadway veteran Brian Andrews. Monday - Thursday, 3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; $215

July 29 - August 2 - One Week Under the Sea! Camp, grades K - 2

Students in grades K - 2 will explore acting, voice and movement with an Under the Sea! theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on August 2 at 2 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $215

July 29 - August 2 - One Week Little Mermaid! Camp, grades 3 - 5

Students in grades 3 - 5 will explore acting, voice and movement with a Little Mermaid theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends on August 2 at 3 p.m. in the Conservatory. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; $215

Sing, Play, Learn! afternoon camp options are available for the following sessions for students in grades K-5: June 3 - 7, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; July 1 - 3, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; July 8 - 12, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; July 15 - 19, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; July 22 - 26, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.; July 29 - August 2, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Additional afternoon dance classes and private voice and piano lessons are also offered throughout the summer.

Registration is now open for the Conservatory's vacation camp programs. Call (561) 575-2672 for more information or register online at www.jupitertheatre.org/education.

You also won't want to miss the classic musicals Madagascar A Musical Adventure JR and CATS in May, featuring students in the Conservatory's signature Musical Theatre Production classes, as well as All Night Strut in July, featuring students in the Theatre's Professional Training Program:

Madagascar A Musical Adventure JR - Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11

Based on the DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar: A Musical Adventure JR.. follows the animals of New York's Central Park Zoo on an unexpected journey to the zany world of King Julien's Madagascar. Featuring students in grades 3 - 5. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m.

CATS - Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

Lyrics by T.S. Eliot

Additional lyrics by Trevor Nunn and Richard Stilgoe

Based on the book Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot
Andrew Lloyd Webber's whimsical masterpiece tells the story of personified cats as they gather for the biggest night of the year, the Jellicle Ball. Filled with iconic dance numbers, CATS takes you on a journey with unforgettable songs like "Jellicle Cats" and "Memory." Featuring students in grades 6 -12 and the Professional Training Program. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

All Night Strut: A Jumpin' Jivin' Jam - Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13
Conceived by Aaron Thielen and Marc Robin

New Musical Arrangements by Richard Carsey, J. Micahel Duff, Ryan T. Nelson, Doug Peck and David Siegel

Orchestrations by Dave Siegel

Filled with jazz, blues, bebop and American songbook standards, The All Night Strut: A Jumpin' Jivin' Jam weaves together the work of legendary songwriters such as Frank Loesser, Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway and the Gershwins. Featuring students in the Professional Training Program. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students for each of the performances. Call (561) 575-2223 for tickets or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

Photo by Jason Nuttle