Pittsburgh CLO Accepts Children For Musical Theater Summer Camp 2009

The Pittsburgh CLO Academy of Musical Theater is currently enrolling students entering grades 1-12 who are interested in musical theater for its 2009 Summer Camps. Each fun-filled session is designed to give kids the opportunity to experience preparing for and performing on the stage. Working with a director, music director and choreographer, students will create their own exciting musical theater experience.

The 2-3 week performance camps culminate in a live, on-stage performance for family and friends. In addition to the classroom and performance experience, students will also receive a ticket for a Pittsburgh CLO Summer Season performance at the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts. Camp programs start at $150.

All camps take place at the Pittsburgh CLO Academy. CLO Academy is located in Penn Avenue Place in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Students should enroll by the grade level they will be attending in the fall of 2009. For enrollment applications or for more information, please visit our website at pittsburghCLO.org or call the CLO Academy at 412-281-2234.

Grades 1-3: Disney's The Jungle Book

Dates: June 15-26; 8:30 am - 2:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Performance Date: June 26 at 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Mowgli, Baloo and the gang take the stage in this classic tale based on the Disney film. Featuring favorites such as "The Bare Necessities" and "That's What Friends Are For."

**Aftercare available until 5:00 pm.

Grades 2-12: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Dates: June 15-19; 5:00pm - 8:00pm, Monday - Friday
Performance Date: June 19 at 7:00 pm
This colorful retelling of the story of Joseph, his coat of many colors and his amazing ability to interpret dreams will provide your child with a fun-filled week of song and dance. Receive 10% off camp tuition with your ticket stub from Pittsburgh CLO's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Benedum Center May 26 - June 7.

Grades 4 - 6: Disney's High School Musical 2

Dates: June 29 - July 17; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Performance Date: July 16 @ 6:00 pm
It's the last day of junior year, and the students of East High can't wait for summer! What's in store for Troy, Gabriella and Sharpay as they sing and dance their way through summer vacation? Featuring hit songs like "You Are the Music in Me."

**Beforecare available from 8:30 am. Aftercare available until 5:00 pm

Grades 7-9: Seussical, Jr.
Dates: June 29 - July 17; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Performance Date: July 17 at 6:00 pm.

Join The Cat in the Hat as he narrates the tales of Horton, Yertle the Turtle, Gertrude McFuzz and other characters from Dr. Seuss' beloved books. This delightful show is a favorite for students and audiences alike!

**Beforecare available from 8:30 am. Aftercare available until 5:00 pm

Grades 4-6: Seussical Jr.

Dates: July 20 - Aug. 7; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Performance Date: Aug. 6 at 6:00 pm.
Join The Cat in the Hat as he narrates the tales of Horton, Yertle the Turtle, Gertrude McFuzz and other characters from Dr. Seuss' beloved books. This delightful show is a favorite for students and audiences alike!

**Beforecare available from 8:30 am. Aftercare available until 5:00 pm

Grades 7-9: Disney's High School Musical 2

Dates: July 20 - Aug. 7; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Performance Date: Aug. 7th at 6:00 pm.

It's the last day of junior year, and the students of East High can't wait for summer! What's in store for Troy, Gabriella and Sharpay as they sing and dance their way through summer vacation? Featuring hit songs like "You Are the Music in Me."

**Beforecare available from 8:30 am. Aftercare available until 5:00 pm

Grades 9-12: CLO's Pre-Professional Performers' Intensive

Dates: July 27 - August 7,

4:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Monday - Friday*

Interested in performing arts? Spend two weeks studying with professional actors, directors and choreographers. Experience an inside look at the rehearsal process for Pittsburgh CLO's Into the Woods. This new program is perfect for any aspiring artist.

*Friday, July 31, Students will meet at 2:00 pm to attend a studio rehearsal of Into the Woods before class. Monday, August 3, Students will be dismissed at 10:00 pm from the Benedum Center after attending a technical rehearsal.

Ages 5-13: New Horizons Creative Discovery Camp for Children in the Autism Spectrum
Dates: July 20 - 24

Ages 5-8 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ages 9-13 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Drama is a powerful tool for teaching social skills, body language and social interactions. Children will explore music, movement and drama with compassionate and creative instructors in a safe, comfortable setting. The week concludes with a performance for parents.

Since 1946, the Pittsburgh CLO has been the driving force behind live musical theater in Pittsburgh and the entire Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Pittsburgh CLO is a not-for-profit arts organization that appreciates the support of nearly 200,000 patrons each year. Its dedication to the musical theater art form extends beyond the summer season with such programs as the CLO Academy, the CLO Mini Stars, the Gene Kelly Awards, the Construction Center for the Arts and the CLO Cabaret.

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