Their dance moves dazzled. Their voices rose up in unison.
And behind the scenes, the lights, sound and sets provided the perfect backdrop
for another year of great performances from the annual Grand Youth Theatre Summer
Camp.
For two weeks each June students in grades 7-12 from across
Utah learn every aspect of theatre production from experienced, working
professionals. Each camp ends in performances on the Grand Theatre stage by the
students, who also handle the technical side of things, for family, friends and
the general public.
Classes for the performance track include master classes in
acting, Shakespeare, devised theatre, stage combat, directing, playwriting,
auditioning, voice and movement for the actor. Students in the technical track
learn about lighting, sound, costume and set design, scenic painting and stage
management. Musical theatre students receive training in Broadway-style voice,
dance and acting as they work on solos, duets and group numbers to perform on
stage. Students also receive free tickets for exclusive matinees, post-performance
talks with directors, actors and technicians and access to after-school theatre
programs throughout the year.
