Missoula Children’s Theatre Summer Camp Contract - July 7-12, 2014 Missoula Children’s Theatre, one of the country’s leaders in youth theater education is set up in a camp-like structure; all participants will audition, rehearse and perform in a full-length production. Up to 60 campers will be cast in a role or be an assistant director for the performances. All rehearsals and performances will be held at TPAC. Space is limited. Please sign up to reserve your spot as soon as possible. Camp runs from 10am – 2:30pm. Included in the summer camp are three theatrically base enrichment 45 minute workshops on Tuesday – Thursday from 2:30-3:30pm. MCT is partially supported by funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. CAMPER/PARENT CONTRACT Please read this with your child in order for you both to understand what is expected during Summer Theatre Camp. • Campers are expected to be in attendance every day, on time, and to fully participate in all activities. • Campers are to treat all instructors, guest instructors & performers, and staff with respect. If disrespectful or disruptive behavior becomes a problem, he/she will be referred to the Youth Theater Associate. If the behavior continues, he/she may be removed from the program. • Campers may not bring any toys, electronic devices or other personal items that may distract from the daily camp activities. Cell phone use and texting is NOT allowed during classes, rehearsals or performances. • There is a zero tolerance policy in regards to possession of weapons, drugs or alcohol. Anyone in violation of this policy will be immediately removed from the program. • All information provided is accurate and correct. I am the parent or legal guardian of the named participant in this program. • I understand that it is my obligation to have health and accident insurance for my child/ward while they are participating in this program. PHOTO/VIDEO RELEASE AND CONSENT Initialing in the blank to the left, I grant permission for the use of any photos or video footage taken of my child for publications and documentation. MEDICAL CONSENT I do hereby grant permission for to participate in the Topeka Performing Arts Center Missoula Children’s Theatre Summer Camp. I understand and agree that neither the Topeka Performing Arts Center, the staff, board of trustees, VenuWorks of Topeka LLC, VenuWorks Catering of Topeka LLC nor the City of Topeka thereof, shall be held responsible or liable for any injury or occurrence regarding my child. I hereby release, hold harmless and forever discharge the entities listed in the previous sentence and their agents from any and all liability for any personal or medical injury, claims incurred or occurrence incurred while or arising as a result of attending or participating. If your child requires special assistance due to a medical condition or disability, please explain on a separate sheet of paper so we are able to accommodate those needs. In case of emergency, I also grant my permission for my child to receive medical treatment as deemed appropriate by the staff or agents of the Topeka Performing Arts Center according to their best judgment during my absence or if I am unable to be contacted. My child/ren and I have read and understand the above policies. If any of the information mentioned above becomes grounds for dismissal, my child/ward may be removed from the program and fees will not be refunded. Camper Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: REGISTRATION FORM Please complete a separate form for each camper. * 1st grade (required minimum grade) Missoula Children’s Theatre Summer Camp Contract - July 7-12, 2014 Student’s Name: Age: Grade (Going Into): / Date of Birth: / Parents/Guardian: Address: City: State: Zip: Secondary Phone: Primary Phone: E-mail: Do you require: Early drop off? Yes No Extended day? Yes No EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION (Required) Name: Phone: Physician’s Name: Phone: CAMP INFORMATION Space is limited. Please sign up to reserve your spot as soon as possible. Price of camp includes two (2) tickets to the performance. CAMP DATE CAMP NAME th th July 7 – 12 King Arthur’s Quest Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up PRICE TOTAL $75.00 per student st $30.00 for 1 student $15.00 Each Additional student If you need early drop off (9AM) and late pick-up (4PM) there will be an extra charge of $30 for first child - $15 per additional child for the week. Show t-shirt will be made available for $15 from MTC during the week. A limited number of need-base scholarships are available for this program - please contact Linda Nedved @ 234-2787 ext. 105. GRAND TOTAL $____________ Total price per camper. TAX INFORMATION: If you are using camp in place of regular day-care and want credit for your taxes, please contact our Business Manager for further information. PAYMENT INFORMATION (Required) Camp registration and payment may be dropped at or mailed to the TPAC Business Office at 214 SE 8th Avenue or you th may send it by mail to: TPAC Attn: Erin Grieve, 214 SE 8 Ave., Topeka KS 66603 Check #: Please make payable to TPAC Name on Card: Credit Card #: Billing Address: Security Code: Exp.Date: Authorized Signature: Fees and Cancellation Policy: All Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Should you cancel your registration before June 9th TPAC will retain a $25.00 processing fee, after June 10th TPAC will retain a $40.00 processing fee. Missoula Children’s Theatre 2014 Summer Camp Contract KING ARTHUR’S QUEST SHOW SYNOPSIS Conceived and Written by Michael McGill Music and Lyrics by Michael McGill King Arthur, of legend and song, strode across Medieval England with courage and confidence…or did he? What if the troubles of his kingdom threatened to overwhelm him? Watch the Damsels in Distress sound the warning of trouble. Witness the Lady of the Lake as she produces the sword in the stone. Hide with the Camelotians when the Ghost of Arthur’s Father visits the castle. See the Giant tower over the questing knights. Cheer for the King when he makes friends with the terrible dragon. Listen in as Morgan le Fey and Mordred propose a better plan. Join the Knights and Squires of the Round Table as they try to do the right thing. Hope for the best outcome as your favorite characters of Camelot - Arthur, Guinevere, Merlin, Taleisin, The Raven and Lancelot wrestle with the challenges faced by their people. Follow the original twist on this familiar story as it weaves its way through a landscape full of surprises. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING? Water bottle labeled with student’s full name One or two nutritious snacks A sack lunch (no refrigeration available) Staff does not have additional snacks or lunches. The lunch break is 30 minutes. Parents are always welcome to watch rehearsals. Please call to check on the scheduled time. ARE THERE ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS? OR CLOTHING Attendance at rehearsals and performances is mandatory. Being prompt is important. Students unable to comply with this policy may not be able to participate in the performances. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes. learn the lessons of group dynamics while excelling as an individual – a lesson from art that carries into life. MCT strives to use participation in the performing arts as a vehicle to develop lifeskills including social skills, communication skills, self-discipline, a strong work ethic, an understanding of the team concept and selfesteem. HOW MANY CHILDREN CAN BE IN THE CAST? All shows are written to incorporate a range of 5060 school age children. WHAT ARE THE AGES THAT CAN PARTICIPATE? Parents may drop-off and pick-up on the NW side entrance of TPAC building on Quincy Street King Arthurs Quest is written to incorporate school age children from 1st grade (*required minimum grade) through 12th grade. The following is the maximum number of students allowed in each age group: 1st Grade – age 7 (16), Ages 8-12 (28), Ages 13-18 (16), Assistant Directors - Ages 12-18 (4) HOW HOW LONG ARE THE AUDITIONS? WHERE DO I DROP OFF MY CHILD? WILL MY EXPERIENCE? CHILD BENEFIT FROM THIS The primary goal of MCT – indeed, the organization's mission – is the development of life skills in children through participation in the performing arts. Within each MCT cast, girls and boys are equal; the disabled become able; the shy experiment with bravery; the slow are rehearsed to perfection; and the gifted become part of the whole. The lesson they learn is that all of them are necessary for the show to go on. Few arenas exist where responsibility is taught and learned so clearly. MCT provides a unique opportunity to The auditions last two full hours on Monday, July 7th, 2014 @ 10AM. Each child who attends the audition will need to be present for the entire two hours. Missoula Children’s Theatre 2014 Summer Camp Contract SHOULD THE AUDITIONS? STUDENTS PREPARE ANYTHING FOR Our group audition is a 2-hour process at which all children who are interested in being cast must attend for the entire time. No preparation is needed. Missoula’s team of actor/directors will guide the children through the audition process with easy to follow instructions on basic movement, lines and song. At the end of the twohour audition, the cast will be announced, and each cast member will receive a rehearsal schedule for the week. We rehearse a total of 4 ½ hours each day, two-2 hour sessions with a short snack break in-between. Although not all cast members are needed at every session, those auditioning must have a clear schedule for the entire week, and if selected, be able to attend all rehearsals required for their role. WHEN ARE REHEARSALS CONDUCTED? Rehearsals will take place between 10AM-2:30PM each day. Rehearsals are 4 ½ hours each day and consist of two 2-hour blocks of time with a 1530 minute snack break between the two sessions for those cast members involved in both sessions. It’s important to note that not all cast members are involved in every rehearsal session but alternate activities will be planned for free time. Each child’s schedule for the week is dependent on the role in which they’re cast. On the following days, Tuesday – Thursday workshops will be done between 2:30PM – 3:30PM. for the arts; especially the theatre. They have the joy of directing and performing as well as the adventure of travel. Simply put, they have the opportunity and the privilege to change the lives of thousands of young people by carrying out MCT's Mission. DO YOUR TEAMS HAVE BACKGROUND CHECKS? Yes. With our more than 37 years of touring internationally, visiting nearly 1,300 communities and working with 65,000 children annually we take our hiring practices very seriously. Each individual on our touring staff goes through an arduous process of interviews, reference checks, criminal background checks and fingerprinting – both background checks and fingerprinting are completed by a nationally recognized company. Just as we can assure that every child within our cast is safe with our staff, this same assurance is extended to the homestay families. HOW LONG ARE THE SHOWS? Each show is approximately 60-70 minutes in length – there is no intermission. HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS TO THE SHOW? The price for admission is $5 for adults/seniors and $3 for children 12 & under. The performances will take place on the TPAC main stage. There will be 2 shows on Saturday 7/12/14 at 3PM and 5:30PM WHAT FROM HAPPENS IF MY CHILD GETS SICK DURING THE WEEK? A team of two adult, professional Actor/Directors will be visiting your community for the week. These individuals are typically college graduates with training in either education, theatre, musical theatre or a combination. During their week-long residencies throughout the continent and beyond, MCT Tour Actor/Directors serve as ambassadors We understand that illness may occur during the week and the Tour Team will try their best to accommodate a missed rehearsal due to an illness. However, due to the short timeframe the cast has to prepare for the performance, if your child is out for more than one day it may be not be possible for them to still participate in the role that they were cast. WHO WILL BE VISITING OUR COMMUNITY MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE?