Production
For those who want to move the spotlight. Students will help with the design and construction of the set, costumes, props and lights for the musical. They will learn how to safely use the tools of the trade both in the shop and in the computer lab. They will attend rehearsals in the afternoon to implement their design with the actors.
Learn from professionals
Students will receive personal instruction from experienced professional directors, designers and technical directors from the greater Boston area.
Broaden your skills in the industry
Students will look at the vast range of positions necessary for the production of a Broadway musical. They will hone in on an area of interest and apply the necessary skills to the final production.
Explore the broadway musical theater industry
Students will learn the steps required to make it on to a Broadway stage-crew. They will look at the history of Broadway and gain an understanding of the many moving parts in the massive capitalist machine that is for-profit theater in the USA.
Develop your skills in:
Drafting, light design, set design, carpentry, minor electrics, model making, and sound engineering.
Quick facts
Who is it for? |
The course is aimed at any student aged 14 to 17 years who is interested in performing. Completion of the course can enable progression on to our two year High School Diploma Foundation (subject to meeting minimum entry requirements) |
Age |
14-17 |
Language level requirements |
TOEFL 50+ or equivalent |
Maximum class size |
36 |
Availability |
CATS Boston |
Accommodation |
Single en-suite room |
Catering |
Meals are included (breakfast, lunch and dinner) |
Excursions |
Saturday excursions are included in the fees with pack lunch provided |
Price |
$6,225 (includes airport transfers and registration fee) |
Subjects
Construction
In Construction students will build and paint the set to be used for the musical. They will learn basic construction techniques and be introduced to a variety of tools. They will learn how to hang, focus, and program theatrical lighting.
Rehearsal
Rehearsal will be a time for production to meet performance. Any student that wishes to appear on stage will be given part. They will receive staging instructions for the Director and work on dances and musical numbers with the Choreographer and Music Director Those that do not wish to perform will use this time to program light and sound cues for the show as well as construct costumes and props with instruction form the Technical Director.
Design
In this program students will create their own theater designs for the musical. They will develop a concept board and build a ¼”scale model of their set. The class will culminate with students pitching their designs to a hypothetical theater company.
Sample timetable
Week 1
Day |
9:00-10:00 |
10:00-12:00 |
12:00-13:00 |
13:00-15:00 |
Monday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Tuesday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Wednesday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Thursday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Friday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Saturday |
Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest |
Sunday |
Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest |
Week 2
Day |
9:00-10:00 |
10:00-12:00 |
12:00-13:00 |
13:00-15:00 |
Monday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Tuesday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Wednesday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Thursday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Friday |
Design |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal
Tech |
Saturday |
Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest |
Sunday |
Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest |
Week 3
Day |
9:00-12:00 |
12:00-13:00 |
13:00-15:00 |
Monday |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal |
Tuesday |
Construction |
Lunch |
Rehearsal |
Wednesday |
Tech |
Lunch |
Tech |
Thursday |
Tech |
Lunch |
Tech |
Friday |
Dress Rehersal |
Lunch |
Dress Rehearsal |
Saturday |
Final Performance |
Sunday |
Transfers and departures |
This sample timetable is illustrative and is subject to change. We reserve the right to amend this schedule without prior notice.