Community Education

The Magic of Musical Theatre Workshops

“Revue of Broadway’s Greatest Hits”

SUMMER 2008

MCC’S Department of Music provides opportunities for music education and performance for young people. Workshops and classes, culminating in performances open to the public, are designed for and open to students of all ages in the East Valley.

Check What’s New This Summer!!!

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• Eleventh (11th) graders may now participate in Workshops I and II.

• Fifth (5th) graders may choose between Workshop I & II or Workshop III.

• Back by popular demand: 3 performances for Workshop I & II.

Enjoy four fun filled Musical Comedy/Movement Workshops for 1st to 11th graders. Each session will culminate in a Dazzling Broadway Musical performance! Classes will stress techniques in singing, dancing and acting. Each student (except for Workshop III) will be required to bring a recording device. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. We will strive to maintain a gender balance.

The Magic of Musical Theatre Workshops I and II

These intense two week workshops are designed for 5th–11th graders (Fall ‘08) who love to sing, act and dance. Each particpant will perform in large and small ensembles. Soloists will be chosen according to auditions and work ethic.

The Magic Music Kids Workshop III

Magic Music Kids is a two week musical theatre workshop for the 1st–5th graders (Fall ‘08). Through the use of Broadway Show Tunes your youngsters will explore singing techniques, choreographed movements and creative drama. These workshops will culminate in a live demonstration performance for all your stars-to-be to showcase their talent and skills.

Audition Information

We will be holding post-registration auditions for Workshops I & II to efficiently cast participants in ensembles, trios, duets and solos. Be prepared to sing a two minute Broadway Show Tune designed to demonstrate singing ability, volume, range, diction and characterization. Accompanist will be provided or a minus track permitted. Bring one copy of music (if not memorized, bring two).

Audition Dates:

Workshop I – Monday, May 12, 4:00 – 6:30pm

Workshop II – Monday, May 19, 4:00 – 6:30pm

Workshop III – No audition

Detailed audition information will be mailed to you with registration confirmation.

*It is essential that your child be available to attend the audition, extended rehearsals, performance dates and each scheduled practice. We need each child to be there every day in order to make the performance a success.

*Mark your calendars early with audition, extended rehearsal and performance information!

*Due to the nature of this summer’s Workshop schedules, we will no longer be able to accommodate absences.

Click here to download the Registration Form

Last year’s Audition Techniques Workshop was a tremendous sucess!

We will be offering this same workshop in late April or May. Look for the Audition Techniques Workshop information in your confirmation packet.

When the participant is notified that they have been scheduled into one of the Workshops, the remainder of the Registration Charge is due and should be paid to the Center for Community Education by the registration deadline listed next to the Workshop information. The participant’s position in the Workshop cannot be assured if full payment is not received by the date specified.

A receipt for the $75 deposit will be mailed when the registration is accepted. Students will be called to set up an appointment for the audition.

Cancellation, student-initiated withdrawals and refund policies:

Mesa Community College and the Center for Community Education reserve the right to cancel any class based on class size or other uncontrollable circumstances, to make changes as the Center needs and to change without notice any of the information published. If a class is cancelled or changed, Community Education will make every reasonable effort to notify you but is not responsible for failure to contact you.

To be eligible for a refund for Workshops I & II, minus a $5 processing fee, students must withdraw from class by May 2, 2008. Any withdrawals between May 12 and May 19, 2008 will be charged a $25 processing fee. NO REFUNDS will be given after May 19, 2008. For Workshop III, withdrawals must be requested by May 29, 2008.

Please direct questions to the Center for Community Education at (480) 461-7494. Returned checks will be assessed a $15 fee.