CCA Summer Stage
A four-week summer theatre program for aspiring actors ages 9 - 14.
The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is thrilled to present CCA Summer Stage, an immersive educational theatre program designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and develop skills in young performers.
REgistration is now closed.
PROGRAM DATES
Students may register for either of the two week sessions, or the full four week program.*
Session 1: July 6 – July 17th
Session 2: July 20 - July 31st
Daily Schedule
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m, Monday – Friday
Including a 30 minute lunch break. Students must bring their own lunch; water is provided.
What students will learn
Each day includes rotating classes in:
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Warmups and ensemble-building games
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Vocal training for the stage (diction, projection, breath work)
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Physical theatre techniques and history (such as Commedia dell’Arte)
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Makeup and costume design
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Set design and technical theatre
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Playwriting, culminating in a showcase of their work at the end of the session
At the end of each two week session, students will perform in a showcase of their original short plays.
Instructors
Students will be guided by:
Lauren Cochran
Timmy Chase
Maeve McNeal
Tim Rose
and Chloe Arroco.
Additional support to be provided by upperclassmen interns from the Chelmsford High Theatre Department.