Educational Programs

MARCH BREAK CAMP IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER!

MARCH BREAK DAY CAMP! (ages 4-12) - Come join in the fun as we explore the magical world of Disney's Aladdin Kids! March 15th to March 19th, 2010 - 9:00am to 4:30pm. Extended hours are available upon request ($5.00 extra an hour for extended hours).

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PA Day Camps are now here!

LAST PA DAY CAMP THIS SCHOOL YEAR!

February 3rd, 2009 (PA Day Camp)

Each Camp Price: $45.00/day + GST

All camps run from 9:00am to 5:00pm – Extended hours available.

Included in each camp:

Supervision by professional theatre staff members
Full use of state of the art theatre facility
Goofy Games with Triple Threat and Improv
Big Screen Movies
Costume Dress Up
Pizza Party with Healthy Snack Time
Special Guest Performances
Face Painting
Crazy Crafts and Much More!

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 THEATRE CLASSES!

For a Theatre Class Registration Form please CLICK HERE.

Teen Advanced Acting & Scene Study (ages 13-18) - Held with Robin Clipsham! This 8 week program will be held on Tuesday nights from 4:00pm to 6:00pm beginning on March 2nd.  We will end with a show on April 27th, 2010.  $195.00 + GST

Acting classes in physical theatre, story telling and devising - Held with Rosa Wyatt! This intense four week program will be held on Tuesday, February 2nd to Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.  $70.00 + GST

Purchase BOTH classes for only $240.00 + GST!!!

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ATTENTION: AUDITION NOTICE
Disney's The Aristocats!
March 3rd & 4th b/w 4:00pm and 7:00pm

Youth Educational Program Annual Spring Show (JK - Gr. 8) - The Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre is proud to present another youth educational show!  Students must audition in order to participate.  Rehearsals begin on Tuesday, March 9th and continue until Tuesday, June 1st, 2010.  Show dates are June 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th, 2010.

ATTENTION: AUDITION NOTICE
The Crucible
Feb 4th & 5th b/w 3:30pm and 5:30pm
 
~All teen and youth show fees are $50.00~

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 SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS!

The Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre is proud to announce SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS!  These camps are designed to give students performance excellence, build a sense of accomplishment and, most of all, have fun.  Each session works with all skill levels.  Artistic Direction is provided by Amy Bridle who holds her Master's in Acting and Direction from York University and has been teaching and acting professionally for 8 years now.  Our councilors are older high school or college age students who have advanced singing, dance and acting skills.  Whether the campers are looking to pursue theatre as a career, a hobby or a one-time experience, the camp will help them move forward.  
The skills learned in the camps can be applied throughout all walks of life!

2010 Summer Camp Line-up

July 5th to July 9th - Movie Star Madness Camp

July 5th to July 9th - So You Think You Can Dance Camp

July 12th to July 16th - Acting for Film and TV Camp

July 12th to July 16th - Cottage Country Idol Camp

July 19th to July 23rd - Improv and Sketch Comedy Camp (ages 8 and up)

July 19th to July 23rd - High School Musical Camp

July 26th to July 30th - Mamma Mia Dance Camp

July 26th to July 30th - Lights! Camera! Action! Camp

August 3rd - August 6th (4 day week) - Improv and Sketch Comedy (ages 8 and up)

August 3rd to August 6th - Camp Rock!

August 9th to August 13th - Music Video Camp

August 9th to August 13th - Aladdin Camp

August 16th to August 20th  - School of Rock Camp

August 16th to August 20th - Improv and Sketch Comedy (ages 8 and up)

August 23rd to August 27th - 'Mock'umentry Camp

August 23rd to August 27th - Grease Camp

August 30th to September 3rd - Alice in Wonderland Camp

Programs Include...

  • Supervision and Direction by Amy Bridle, Theatre Artistic Director and her talented staff members.
  • Drop off at 9:00am and pick up at 4:30pm.  Extended hours are available (8:00am to 9:00am and 4:30pm to 5:30pm) and are an extra $5.00 an hour.  Please let the theatre staff know if extended hours are needed.
  • All art supplies, use of scripts and song booklets and a personal CD of show songs to practice with at home.  The camps also come with full use of costumes.
  • Lunch time supervision (campers bring bagged lunch and drink daily).
  • Extensive use of the state-of-the-art theatre, drama classrooms and dressing rooms.
  • FREE shows every Friday at 4:00pm for everyone until September 4th, 2009! Donation at the door.
  • Option to purchase a professionally edited DVD copy of your child's performance for a small fee.
  • Cast Party every Friday!  The kids will enjoy a pizza party for lunch every Friday ON US!
  • Camps are suitable for children ages 5-13.
  • Camps are $235.00 + GST each, however the more camps/kids enrolled, the cheaper it gets!

For a Theatre Camp Registration Form please CLICK HERE. 

The Rene M. Caisse Memorial Theatre is dedicated to education...

The theatre is open all year round for educational purposes.  During the day, the school uses the theatre for drama and music classes, presentations, concerts etc.  At night, the theatre is host to a variety of different educational programs such as after school performing arts classes, youth theatre shows, graduations, seminars and parent teacher meetings.  It is important for us to open the theatre doors to those who share the interest of educating our local youth.  If you have any inquiries regarding our educational commitments, please contact us!

Amy Bridle, theatre artistic director, is passionate about retaining and attracting young entrepreneurs in Muskoka and is committed to incorporating local talent and businesses as best she can at the theatre.