Vanguard Theater’s (VTC) DREAM Summerstock: A Sleepaway Musical Theater Intensive is a unique, comprehensive theater camp experience for the serious musical theater performer between the ages of 12–19. All campers will participate in one of three fully-produced shows and enjoy access to the year-round professional theater’s resources, including full lights, sound sets and projections.
REHEARSALS, WORKSHOPS AND NATURE EXPLORATION
Registration is limited to a maximum of 80 students to foster an intimate and personalized experience for each and every camper. Payment plans and scholarships are available to help further VTC’s mission of making theater accessible to all.
“We strive to create an environment where each camper can bring their authentic selves to the forefront, fostering an atmosphere of comfort and acceptance throughout each day,” says Janeece Freeman Clark, founding artistic director. Each camper receives individualized attention, including private voice sessions and personalized coaching with their show’s creative staff through Summerstock.
When campers aren’t in rehearsals, they’re enjoying activities in nature. Led by fully trained staff, campers can participate in activities such as rock climbing, ziplining, boating, lake swimming, hiking and more. Specialized art and theater workshops are also available, and include stage combat, songwriting, accents and dialects, and college audition prep.
“Our campers often tell us that Summerstock was the best experience of their lives,” Freeman Clark says. “And parents often say they have never seen their child so vibrant and comfortable on stage.”
SUPPORTIVE, COMMUNITY-DRIVEN ENVIRONMENT
The evenings are a pivotal time for community building at Summerstock; the intensive hosts activities like dance parties, movie nights and shared meals to provide opportunities for meaningful connections among campers. The camp’s nightly campfire offers students the opportunity to shine a light on their peers— highlighting someone who made their day uniquely special.
“Through the communal threads of campfires, shared meals and events, students organically learn about one another and unite through their shared passion for theater,” she says. “We offer a supportive and communitydriven environment where lasting friendships flourish, self-confidence soars and each camper is empowered to shine brightly as themselves on stage and off.”
256 Macopin Rd., West Milford
862-205-3525
camps.vanguardtheatercompany.org