Summer Institute : Theater

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Since a tender age, you've been lighting up the local circuit. You're just getting warmed up, but where do you go from here? Our working professionals can show you how to step onto a larger stage. Be pleasantly surprised to discover how much your talent has left to grow.

The UArts Pre-College Summer Institute Theater Program: Acting, Musical Theater + Production
This is the country's most dynamic summer program for high school students who are passionate about theater. The exciting and immersive program enables you to experience what arts college and instructors are like. You'll also earn three full college credits upon completion.

The Theater program is a four-week theatrical intensive modeled on the Professional Summer Stock tradition that combines training in Acting, Musical Theater and Production.Our program is designed for passionate students who plan to turn their dreams into a bright future in theater.  It is intended to serve as a practical tool for students transitioning from high school to college, with an in-depth look at the professional world of performing arts. The ultimate goals are to prepare you for admission into the best academic climate for your interest and begin you path to a successful career as a working professional.

Located in Vibrant Downtown Philadelphia
UArts is footsteps away from world-famous museums, entertainment venues, summer concerts and activities, and opportunities to learn, grow and be inspired.

As a student here, you'll be respected as an independent thinker and treated as an adult in a supportive environment. You will have the opportunity to hang out with other talented students from around the world. And you'll elevate your talents by learning new forms and techniques, helping you to stand out from other artists and performers.

TAKE A CLOSE LOOK at our program, call us and even visit. We think you'll find that the UArts Summer Institute is an experience that no other performing arts college in the country can match.

THEATER 2013 AT-A-GLANCE
Dates of Program July 7 – August 3, 2013
Residential Student Move-in July 7, 2013
Tuition $2,800
Housing + Meals $1,495
Commuter Meal Plan (required) $440
Application Fee $50
Registration Fee (due upon acceptance to reserve a space in the program) $150
Total Residential Cost
$4,495
Total Commuter Cost $3,440
Scholarship Application Deadline April 15, 2013
Balance + Payment Deadline June 17, 2013
   

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Summer Institute Theater student Richard Mitch

Curriculum

Designed for students who want to strive for personal growth and transform from a high school actor into a mature performer.

Summer Institute Theater Acting student Julianna Bautista

Concentrations

In addition to a core foundation, students who study Acting will participate in Stage Combat, Master Series and Rehearsal + Performance.

Summer Institute Theater students

Tuition + Admissions

Rising juniors and seniors in high school are welcome to apply to the Acting + Musical Theater residency programs.

Summer Institute Mask Commedia course

Mask + Commedia

A One-Week Intensive open to rising freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Summer Institute Theater students

Faculty

Students who study Musical Theater will participate in such additional courses as Singing, Dance, Improv and Rehearsal + Performance.

Pre-College Summer Institute Acting + Musical Theater

Apply Now

Download an application form or complete our online application to the 2013 Pre-College Summer Institute.