Rosters are nearly maxed out, for Heartwood’s 15th session of summer camp for students entering grades 3-12, scheduled June 26 through July 6 - but there are still some openings,  Heartwood’s theater camps teach performance skills and promote student confidence both on and off the stage. Scholarships are available upon request, thanks to the help of many local business donations and grant support.

“Kids Camp” is a popular eight-day program exploring the areas of storytelling, stage combat, improvisation and movement, designed specifically for students entering grades 3-8.  No prior experience necessary.

For middle school students who have previous theater experience and for high school students, the eight-day “Intensive Camp” focuses on the  multiple areas of scene work, stage combat, graphics, classic/poetic language, improvisation, movement and monologues. 

Students will work with a diverse and professional staff including: Griff Braley, Heartwood’s Artistic Director and LA Drama Teacher; Alison Machaiek, award winning Drama Instructor at Oceanside High School in Rockland; Broadway Choreographer/Singer/Dancer/Actress Michelle Bruckner; Mime/Dance Artist and Teacher, Karen Montanaro; and Fight Choreographer and Instructor, Stephen Shore.

The student/teacher ratio is fantastic, with the help of several professional actors in residence for Heartwood’s summer production of Into the Woods. They will mentor and work closely with students, sharing their acting experience and enthusiasm for the stage. 

Many sponsors make Heartwood’s youth programming possible, including Heartwood’s season sponsor, Bath Savings Institution, Season Youth Sponsor, Damariscotta Hardware, and Camp Sponsor, First National Bank.

Full details and registration forms are available on Heartwood’s website at   www.heartwoodtheater.org, by emailing info@heartwoodtheater.org, or by phoning 207-563-1373.