About the Show:

By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg

Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Adaptation and support materials for the Youth Edition developed by iTheatrics under the supervision of Timothy Allen McDonald

In this musical version of the beloved classic film, join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.

Camp Details:

• When: June 29 - July 3, 9am-3pm

• Where: Cabrillo Playhouse (202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, CA 92672)

• Who: incoming 3rd graders - graduated 8th graders

Auditions:

• In order to give our directorial team ample time to cast the show, video auditions should be submitted by Saturday 6/27. More information will be sent via email following registration.

Weekly Schedule:

• Monday: Casting & Read-through
  Everyone will receive a role in the production! We will conduct a read-and-sing-through of the show. Students will learn group numbers.

• Tuesday: Learning the Show
  As they work to memorize their lines at home, the cast will begin learning the show, breaking off into small groups with the directors, choreographer, and music director.

• Wednesday: Rehearsing the Show
  Students will continue to block the show. They will work in both small and large groups, focusing on character development, line delivery, and singing and dancing techniques.

• Thursday: Final Touches
  Students will finish learning the final scenes and songs of the show. They will start incorporating technical elements and run numbers with the whole cast.

• Friday: Tech/Dress Rehearsal
  Our directors will conduct what is known as a “cue-to-cue” dress rehearsal in the theater, incorporating all the necessary technical elements. The students will run the show in its entirety to prepare for performances.

Friday Performances: Performances will be held at 3pm and 6pm. Doors open 30 minutes prior. Seating reservations will be available online starting Monday 6/29!

Tuition: The cost of the camp is $375 per student, which includes all materials and costumes for the performance (except footwear).