- Build performance skills
- Explore the South of France
- Sample new theatre techniques and traditions
LEARN
Theatre skills are introduced and
developed through the four-week program. Whether you are new to the
stage or flexing your established creative muscles, workshops are
designed to build skills from whatever level you begin. You will be
challenged by the strengths of your peers in some areas and have the
opportunity to lead in your areas of strength. The
strong tradition of physical theatre in France contributes a major
theme of the program. Other theatre traditions are introduced as well
to give participants a variety of tools to choose from for their work.
.
Intensive singing and vocal work strengthens and challenges all levels
of experience and interest. Singing work is structured within a musical
theater sensibility, preparing the performer to interpret lyrics in
a dramatic stage context. Workshops focus on vocal technique as well
as song interpretation. Music composition and lyric writing create
original work for the final performance.
Movement
and dance workshops begin with body awareness. Participants work on
basics (flexibility, agility, coordination) and are introduced to
various styles of dance. Important connections between movement and
acting are made through physical theatre. Body awareness and breath
support shared with voice work (both speaking and singing) are also
developed in movement workshops. Creating original choreography and
integrating movement with performance are the goals of the work.
| Study:
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neutral
mask
stage fighting
lyric writing
stage craft |
movement
lighting
acting
theatrical makeup
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music
improvisation
dance
voice
directing |
Encore!
employs ensemble technique as the underlying structure for both
work and play. Trust, respect and sharing are the foundation of
an ensemble. Members are encouraged to stretch themselves and take
risks within a supportive group. This
approach builds individual self-confidence, while it also builds
collaboration and teamwork skills.
Be
prepared to:
| work
hard
play hard
learn new skills
build your strengths
see new places |
surprise
yourself
dance
act
laugh
sing |
give
your best effort
make new friends
try new things
fail...sometimes
succeed...often |
Explore the French Riviera -
Encore!
is housed at the Centre International de Valbonne (CIV), an international
boarding school in Sophia Antipolis (Valbonne) France, the heart
of the French Riviera. Le Cote d’Azur boasts spectacular scenery,
interesting towns, museums and cultural events, and of course,
beautiful beaches. Experiencing the South of France is an important
part of the program. Trips to museums, villages, festivals and
beaches influence the work of the participants. A favorite trip
is a picnic, hike and work session in the mountains overlooking
the Mediterranean. Here, the students are challenged to reflect
the majesty of nature in their work.
Avignon
International Theatre Festival
A
highlight of the program is a two-day trip to the International
Theatre Festival in Avignon. Home of the popes in the 12th - 14th
century, the Papal Palace and Cathedral still dominate the city
and provide a dramatic backdrop for the the International Theatre
Festival. Performers from around the world gather here for
the festival. Participants attend performances and become
part of the scene by performing their own street theatre.
Weekly
- Each week participants work in small groups to develop and
present an original piece of theatre. The work is created
around a chosen theme and employs techniques and skills learned
and practiced during the week. Students critique each others'
work and compare notes on their interpretation and performance development.
Street
Theatre - Our trip to Avignon is not only a chance to attend
performances, we become part of the festival with a piece of street
theatre. This is a new experience for most participants. The dynamics
of performing in the open air, capturing an audience, and staging
for public venues is all part of this experience. Performing in
the great Place du Papes before the Palace is an unparalleled thrill.
You'll be able to say "I played the palace."
Final
Performance -The program culminates in the performance of an original
piece of theatre created and performed by program participants. Instructors
design workshops and guide students as they devise their play. Shaping
and telling a story using the skills and techniques learned throughout
the month is a great challenge.
Family
and friends of program participants are welcome
and encouraged to attend the final performance.
| Arrive
Sunday, 29 June |
Check-in begins at 10 a.m. . The program begins
with dinner and orientation. Plan to arrive no later than 5 p.m.
|
| 14 July |
Bastille Day |
| 12-14 July (tentative) |
Avignon Theatre Festival |
| 26 July |
Final performance - family and friends are encouraged to attend |
| Depart
Sunday, 27 July |
There are no activities planned for Saturday. Participants should
schedule their departures early in the day. |
| Location
- Encore! is housed at the Centre International de Valbonne
(CIV), an international school located just 20 km from
Nice, France. During
the summer holiday, CIV becomes home for Encore! as well as
other international summer programs. |
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Accommodation
- Participants have single rooms in a dormitory at C.I.V. Snacks,
laundry facilities, and a TV lounge/meeting room are available in
the dormitory. Meals are cafeteria style in the Agora, a multifunction
facility on campus. Recreational facilities on campus include a pool,
track, tennis and basketball courts, ping pong tables and fields suitable
for soccer or frisbee. Essential services are a available in the village
a short walk from the dormitory.
Program Cost
- US$4400.
| Program
fee includes |
Expenses
NOT covered by fees |
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- Housing & meals (except
as noted)
- Tuition
- Day trips
and planned outings
- Encore!
T-shirt
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- Travel
to and from program
(Nice Airport/Antibes train station)
- Souvenirs & shopping
- Phone calls
- Incidentals & laundry
- One lunch and one dinner in Avignon
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Applications due 1 April 2008 - Due date
extended to April 15
Late applications accepted as space permits
Rolling admission favor early applicants
Deposit - Upon acceptance,
a deposit of US$1000 (applied against the total program fee)
reserves
your place. Deposit fully refundable until 15 April 2008.
Final Payment - The balance
of the program fee (US$3400) is due 15 May 2008. Payments after
15 May assessed 10% late fee.
Financial
Aid - There is a fine balance between keeping program costs
low in order to make Encore! affordable to the widest possible audience
and offering a program with rich content and the highest quality staff.
In support of our commitment to reaching a diverse group of participants,
Learning Theatre offers one $1500 scholarship. We would be happy to
discuss other sources of scholarships with interested applicants.
For Learning
Theatre's scholarship application, click HERE
!
How to apply
Encore!
is limited to ages
15 - 18
Instruction is in English - therefore, functional English will be
important to a successful experience.
Applicants submit:
- an
application that outlines their experience and interest
- brief responses
to essay questions
-
recommendation by a teacher of director
Contact
Learning Theatre for application forms or download
an application.
When and where
to apply -
Applications
due 1 April 2008 - late applications accepted space permitting.
Submit your completed
application form and essay responses to Learning Theatre. Ask your
recommender to complete the recommendation form
and submit it to Learning Theatre.
Rolling admissions allow for early notification of acceptance to
the program. Applications are reviewed at the end of January, February,
and March and a final review is conducted in early April. Outstanding
applicants who apply early will be notified of acceptance after
each month-end review.
Late applications
are accepted on a space-available basis. Payments made after 15
May assessed 10% late fee.
Enrollment
limited to 24 favoring early applicants
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