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Locating A Theatre Camp Phoenix For Troubled Youth

By Toni Vang


When looking for a great Summer program for troubled youth, parents may want to consider a specialized camp. There are often ones offered in art, history, performing arts and science all over the world. One of the most well known of these camps is that of Herberger which offers a theatre camp Phoenix. While there are others, this particular camp offers children from dysfunctional homes, group and foster homes, homeless youth and those undergoing medical or psychological treatment the ability to attend free of charge.

Children attending these camps generally range from age four to eighteen. Although, in some cases, toddlers may also be accepted when portraying natural talent toward the performing arts. Still, as it is difficult for children to grasp different technical aspects and training before age five, four is probably about the best age for a child to first attend this type of educational Summer camp.

As different children have different interests, it is important to locate a program in which little ones will not get bored. Although, when it comes to performing arts oriented programs, there are generally a number of different areas in which those in attendance can focus. These areas often include coursework in writing and directing, acting for stage and film, musical scoring to stage set up and design.

Most often these camps focus on acting for stage though some also provide coursework related to acting for film. For, while one used to have to live in or near Hollywood, California, a variety of acting opportunities can now often be found in many different areas. In fact, information on auditions can now often be found under the talent section of craigslist dot com, local newspapers, performing arts magazines and through other online websites associated with the industry

The Herberger camp near Phoenix, AZ is one that is offered free of charge. The non-profit organization brings healing to a number of attendees from broken homes. Unlike some others, Herberger has seen a great level of success since breaking ground in 2001. Regardless of whether one attends a specialized camp like that offered by a non-profit or a more traditional one, most students return home more educated than before having participated in this type program.

Whether working as an instructor or volunteer, it is important to keep attendees engaged during all aspects of a program. In most cases, this is done by allowing students to create, plan and produce a final production towards the end of a program. After which, most often guardians, parents and local residents are invited to view what is often some pretty amazing work presented by those attending these programs

Some individuals can take rejections personally when lacking this knowledge. Something that can be quite hard for children whom have, or, are currently dealing with rejection in other areas. As such, most often these Summer programs try and find a place for every child in the final productions.

Ultimately, the children who attend a Summer camp in the performing arts often have an edge over others when it comes time to audition. Whether as a child or adult, acting can often be a stressful and time consuming experience. As such, it is important when applying to a program that parents or guardians look for ones which not only teach these skills but others related to rejection. Lessons which are important to all students of theatre, especially those which may have a history of emotional issues or rejection in other areas of life.




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