Category Archives: Summer Programs

SMASH!

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Judith

Everyone’s talking about the Super Bowl but now that the 49ers are out and I’ve previewed most of the super (and not so super) commercials I’m much more interested in what’s going to happen after the game. I’m on a … Continue reading →

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Acting for the Camera Camp

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Judith

What is there about watching a performance on the screen? Why do we love our screen nights, whether it’s in the theater or in our own home? I think it’s because of the intensely personal character portrayal. We watch people … Continue reading →

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Change is in the Air and it’s Good!

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Judith

When you think of summer camp you certainly don’t think of Broadway or New York City but our very successful Broadway Conservatory, Musical Theater Camps, Acting Camp and Dance Camp attract students from all over the world. In all honesty … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Resolution

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Judith

Now that 2011 is waning in our thoughts it seems that everywhere I go I hear people talking about their New Year’s resolutions. Mostly I’m hearing people talk about the same old changes that have plagued mankind for generations. Lose … Continue reading →

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Is Glee “IN” or Should it be OUT?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Judith

No matter what you currently think of GLEE, USPA was one of the first to hail its importance. Fox invited us to see the pilot before it aired and then to enter into a promotion with them in creating awareness … Continue reading →

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The Changing Landscape of Dance

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Judith

Everyone dances. Some just won’t admit it! From the moment a child comes into the world he begins to dance. Every exploration of movement is a form of dance. Every turn of the head, every extension or contraction of limb … Continue reading →

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Acting Camp, Theater Camp or Theatre Camp?

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Judith

What will your choice for summer camp be this summer? Acting Camp? Theater Camp or Theatre Camp? “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet.” Wm. Shakespeare We all know … Continue reading →

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Put Your Film in the Spotlight!

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Judith

Film festivals abound these days. It wasn’t too long ago that festivals were extremely elite and few and far between. If you were lucky you either went to Cannes, San Francisco, New York or maybe Toronto. Then came Sundance and … Continue reading →

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Time to Get Started…

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Judith

School has started and if you’re a senior this year you should be well into the swing of things. You’ve welcomed the incoming high school freshmen and you and your friends are enjoying senior privileges. You’re probably packing your year … Continue reading →

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Do You Have the Chops?

Posted on September 10, 2009 by Judith

“She’s got the chops!” is an expression used often to describe a performer who’s really got what it takes. It usually means they’ve mastered the craft and are on their way (if not already there) to stardom. I think having … Continue reading →

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