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KidStage

What is KidStage®?
KidStage® is an after-school/ Summer drama program which involves acting classes, theatre activities and performance opportunities for kids of all ages. The curriculum includes concentration, teamwork, improvisation, movement, voice, theatre terminology, and much more. At the end of the classes, KidStage® Kids have the opportunity to perform in a production. Kids have the opportunity to do it all on stage and off—we’ve had kids as actors, singers, dancers, stage managers, lighting and sound technicians, prop masters and costume designers. Everyone has the opportunity to participate—no one will be left out of the performance!

Where are KidStage® classes held?
KidStage® Classes are held at local schools, day care centers, senior citizen centers, museums, boys and girls clubs, parks, and any other venue which rents open space and is interested in allowing Kids the opportunity to grow through the performing arts.

Will there be a performance at the end of the classes?
YES! KidStage® classes always end in a performance of some kind. This allows the students to get up in front of a live audience and show off their skills and talents.

Who teaches the classes?
All classes are taught by trained, experienced instructors whose goal it is to teach your child about the excitement of theatre, and to provide a safe, interesting environment for each student. Kids who participate in the Arts perform better in school and in social environments. Support your child’s development by supporting their involvement in the Arts!

This Season

NEW TO MADISON!!

Current Class Listings

Break a Leg: 1-on-1 Drama Coaching - Ongoing

Break a Leg: 1-on-1 Drama Coaching (a division of SouthWisco KidStage) is intended for the serious actor or for those preparing for a big audition, whether it be for your local community play, High School musical or the all important College Audition and anything in between. Coaching is available for children and adults of ALL AGES, we do not discriminate and are happy to help anyone anxious to become a part of the world of the arts!

Classes will be catered to the need of the student and can include instruction in many areas including,but not limited to, voice and movement, musical theatre, dialect, memorization, and script analysis. Classes will be private or semi-private and will be held at least once weekly or as a one time session depending on the need of the student.

Please contact SouthWisco KidStage for additional information and a price quote (hourly classes range from $25 to $75 an hour depending on the need and interests of the student). Class location will be dictated by the availability of space and the time you register. Instructors are available for in-home instruction in locations based in and around Rock County, all other inquiries are subject to the approval of the instructor.

Contact Info: SouthWiscoKidStage@gmail.com
Visit us on Facebook to learn about other offerings and opportunities (https://www.facebook.com/pages/SouthWisco-KidStage/186730421392153)!

When requesting further information, please include your age, experience, specific interest of study and location.

Camp KidStage - Fitchburg - starts 7/16/12

After a short intermission Camp KidStage returns to Fitchburg giving kids and parents a reason to shout BRAVO! Campers will participate in a variety of drama activities and games which are used to enhance: teamwork, self-confidence, creative problem-solving, concentration, improvisation and much, much more. Throughout the course of the week campers will audition, rehearse, and assist in creating costumes and props for a final showcase to be performed for family and friends. KidStage has been dedicated to providing education and enrichment through theatre and dramatic arts for children aged K - 14 for nearly 16 years. If you have a future star in your midst get in on the ACT and sign them up, no previous experience is required! Visit SouthWisco KidStage on Facebook for more information or to register call 608-270-4286.

CAMP Session 1: July 16th – 20th

LEVEL 1 – Ages 4 to 7, (12:00 – 2:00)
LEVEL 2 – Ages 8 to 13, (1:30 – 3:30)

DRESS REHEARSAL: Levels 1 & 2 will meet from 11 -3 to rehearse on the final day of camp
PERFORMANCE: To be held the evening of the final day of camp

Location: Fitchburg Community Center
Price: $90
Minimum 8

TO REGISTER: Visit http://activenet2.active.com/ or Submit completed form & payment to Fitchburg Recreation Department: 5520 Lacy Road, Fitchburg WI 53711 or go to City of Fitchburg website to register online. Applications received after session has begun will be subject to availability. SWKS reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient registration, refunds will be provided in the event this occurs. For further details about this or other upcoming KidStage programs call 608-270-4286 or E-mail SouthWiscoKidStage@gmail.com.

** A discount of 10% can be offered to families registering multiple children. The discount is only valid for the 2nd child’s registration fee, not the total.

Camp KidStage - Beloit - starts 6/25/12

Camp KidStage comes to Beloit giving many reasons to shout BRAVO as campers participate in a variety of activities and games which are used to enhance: teamwork, self-confidence, creative problem-solving, concentration, improvisation and much, much more! Throughout the course of the week campers will audition, rehearse, and assist in creating costumes and props for a final showcase to be performed for family and friends on our final day of camp. KidStage has been dedicated to providing education and enrichment through theatre and dramatic arts for children aged K - 14 for nearly 16 years. If you have a future star in your midst get in on the ACT and sign them up, no previous experience is required!

DATE(S): 1st Session – June 25th to June 29th
2nd Session – July 9th to 13th

DAYS: M-F

TIME: L1 1:30 to 3:00
L2 3:15 to 5:00

AGES: Level 1 - 4 to 8/Level 2 – 9 to 14

LOCATION: Beloit Senior Center

FEES: $85 (10% discount for any student registering for both sessions or for those families registering 2 or more children. The discount should only be applied to the second registration fee, not the whole cost.)


To register call 608-364-2890 or e-mail SouthWiscoKidStage@gmail.com for more information.

Camp KidStage - Janesville - starts 6/18/12

Camp KidStage returns to the Camden Stage for a 3rd summer bringing with it even more reasons to shout BRAVO! Campers will participate in a variety of drama activities and games which are used to enhance: teamwork, self-confidence, creative problem-solving, concentration, and improvisation, as well as general theatre skills. Throughout the course of the week campers will audition, rehearse, and assist in creating costumes and props for a final showcase to be performed for family and friends. All three camp sessions will culminate in an original and unique showcase, so get in on the ACT and sign up for them all (discount are available to those students registering for multiple sessions)! KidStage is a national drama program, which began in Wisconsin in 1997. We are dedicated to providing education and enrichment through theatre and dramatic arts for children between the ages of 4 and 14, no matter their skill-set or abilities.

LEVEL 1 – Ages 4 to 8, (11:00 – 1:00)
LEVEL 2 – Ages 9 to 14, (2:30 – 4:30)

ORIENTATION/AUDITION: 2hrs. TBA (to be scheduled the week prior to camp)

CAMP Session 1: June 18th – 22nd
DRESS REHEARSAL: Levels 1 & 2 will meet from 11 -3 (6/22)
PERFORMANCE: June 22nd at 6:00

CAMP Session 2: July 16th – 20th
DRESS REHEARSAL: Levels 1 & 2 will meet from 11 -3 (7/20)
PERFORMANCE: July 20th at 6:00

CAMP Session 3: August 6th – 10th
DRESS REHEARSAL: Levels 1 & 2 will meet from 11 -3 (8/10)
PERFORMANCE: August 10th at 6:00

FYI - The Camden Park Players will hold an ALL STAR KidStage Review, tentatively set for August 19th. Students will be selected to participate based on their overall performance and attitude during their week(s) of camp. There will be no additional cost to participate but at least two mandatory rehearsals will be held. There may also be additional performance opportunities throughout the summer or in the early fall, participation won't be mandatory but would be strongly encouraged for performance experience.

Location: Camden Stage, Palmer Park
Fees: $85 per session
Min. 8

TO REGISTER: Submit completed form & payment to Janesville Leisure Services: PO Box 5005, Janesville, WI 53547-5005 or Drop off at: 18 N. Jackson St. Applications received after session has begun will be subject to availability. SWKS reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient registration, refunds will be provided. For further details about this or other upcoming KidStage programs call 608-755-3030 or E-mail SouthWiscoKidStage@gmail.com.

** A discount of 10% can be offered to families with the confirmed registration of a 2nd child or those children registering for multiple sessions of this camp (this offer will be ongoing). No other discounts can be used in conjunction with this offer.