The Houston Shakespeare Festival Summer Conservatory is a two and a half week workshop of concentrated instruction in acting, voice and movement. This exciting intensive study will culminate in performances in conjunction with the Houston Shakespeare Festival at Miller Outdoor Theatre. The HSF Summer Conservatory is designed to give high school students: Exposure to rigorous pre-professional training with opportunities to study acting, text analysis, movement, voice for the stage, audition skills, and Shakespearean scansion. One-on-one Master Classes with seasoned professionals who have worked on Broadway, Television and Off-Broadway Knowledge of the basics of stage combat taught by certified Fight Directors Experience working and learning from an AEA professional acting company with the opportunity to perform at Houstonʼs premier Summer Theatre Festival and be seen by over 30,000 spectators Up to 5 pre-reserved tickets to the HSF productions for family and friends When: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 to Monday, August 13, 2012 Where: University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance 133 CWM Center Houston, TX 77204-4016 Dormitories are located on campus Cost: $1400.00, includes room & board on the UH campus $ 800.00, commuter only, includes meals $ 250.00 deposit required* Deadline: June 1, 2012 Applying: Please fill out the application. Applications can be downloaded at www.theatredance.uh.edu under Outreach. A $250.00 deposit is required with your application. This is a non-refundable deposit for those who are accepted. You will be notified of acceptance within two weeks of receipt of your application. * Cost is less the $250.00 deposit EARLY REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED. The HSF Summer Conservatory limits its enrollment to 30 students. Mail Application and Deposit to: Houston Shakespeare Festival Summer Conservatory University of Houston School of Theatre and Dance 133 CWM Center Houston, Texas 77204-4016 For more information, please contact: HSFC@uh.edu
133 CWM CENTER HOUSTON, TEXAS 77204-4016 713-743-3003 MEDIA RELEASE FORM I hereby grant permission to the University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance to photograph/interview/video recording my child,. It is my understanding that this photograph/interview/video recording or portions thereof will be used for public view. I agree to participate in this project without financial remuneration, and I understand that this releases the University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance from any future claims as well as from any liability arising from the use of said photograph/interview/video recording. Name of Child: Address: City: State: Zip: Signature of parent or guardian: Date:
PARENT WELCOME SHEET NAME JOB PHONE EMAIL Couselor name info info info School of Theatre and Dance Box Office 713.743.2929 School of Theatre and Dance Front Desk 713.743.3003 Cougar Village Dormitory Front Desk 832.842.6019 Houston Shakespeare Festival Each summer, the Houston Shakespeare Festival produces a season of two Shakespeare plays in repertory. Since its inception in 1975, HSF has entertained nearly a half million theatergoers with free performances in Hermann Park's Miller Outdoor Theatre. Festival audiences are as diverse as Houston itself, with many people experiencing live theatre for the first time. Now celebrating its thirty-seventh season, the Houston Shakespeare Festival has grown into one of the major events on Houston's summer entertainment calendar. HSF is a recognized Equity theatre. Miller Outdoor Theatre Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre in Hermann Park is unique in the United States, offering an 8-month season of professional entertainment that is artistically excellent, culturally diverse and always FREE of charge to the public. This is the largest "always free" program of its kind in the country. The theatre is located on approximately 7.5 acres of land in Hermann Park, site of the Houston Zoo, the Garden Center and the Museum of natural science. Seating is provided for 1,705 patrons and 20 wheelchair spaces, plus a sloping lawn that accommodates approximately 4,500 more on blankets or lawn chairs.
July 25-August 13, 2012 Program Cost Student staying on campus.. $ 1400.00 Local commuter....$ 800.00 Deposit $ 250.00 This non-refundable deposit of $250.00 must accompany your application. Deadline: June 1, 2012. Payment Information: Cash: $ Check #: Credit: MC VI DS AX CC#: Exp: VC Code: Name As It Appears on Card: Signature: Please attach a small photo of yourself. Student Application 2012 Please print or type Studentʼs Name Age Grade Level Fall 2012 Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Sex (M or F) Name of High School Home Address City State Zip Student Email Address @.com Studentʼs Cell ( ) Parentʼs Contact Information: Home Phone ( ) Fatherʼs Name Cell phone ( Motherʼs Name Cell phone ( ) ) Housing: (circle one) Residential/Dormitory Commuter/Staying off Campus Do you have a specific roommate request? (Both students should request rooming together) Name of Student you would like to room with: MAIL APPLICATION AND DEPOSIT TO: Houston Shakespeare Festival University of Houston School of Theatre and Dance 133 CWM Center Houston, Texas 77204-4016 For further information, email: HSFC@uh.edu
Medical Emergency Information and Consent for Treatment Form July 25-August 13, 2012 Studentʼs Name Age Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) Sex (M or F) Home Address City State Zip Parentʼs Contact Information: Home Phone ( ) Fatherʼs Name Cell ( ) Work ( ) Motherʼs Name Cell ( ) Work ( ) Medical Information Allergies: Current Medications: Date of last tetanus booster: Chronic illnesses or conditions: Physician: Physician Phone: Person (s) to notify in Case of a Medical Emergency Name Relationship Phone - Day Evening Work/Cell Second emergency contact: Name Relationship Phone - Day Evening Work/Cell Consent for Medical Treatment: The attending physician, appropriate staff, The University of Houston, Central Campus and their Borard of Regents, officers, employees, representatives shall not be responsible in any way for any consequence from medical treatments and are hereby released from any and all claims and causes of action which may arise insofar as the law allows and provided that these services are performed with ordinary canre and to the pest of their ability. The University of Houston does not carry medical insurance for participants in any of its programs. It is recommended that you have appropriate medical coverage for your child. I, as parent/legal guardian, grant permission for my child to receive medical treatment. Signature of parent/ legal guardian Date
July 25-August 13, 2012 Student Resume Form Studentʼs Name Grade Fall 2012 High School Age Height Weight Hair Color Shirt Size Grade point average Theatre experience: Please list your experience that pertains to theatre: Acting, technical, music or vocal lessons, previous summer acting programs etc. You may attach a resume or use the back for additional space. Role/Position Production/Event/Course School/Venue/Company Special Skills: Juggling, Acrobatics, Magic Tricks, Musical Instruments, Dance, Vocal and Other: What inspires you about theatre?
WHAT TO BRING July 25 th August 13 th, 2012 Full Payment Due Balances Student staying on campus: $1400.00 (less your $250 deposit, balance due $1150.00) Student Commuter: $800 (less your $250 deposit, balance due $550) Arrive on Wednesday, July 25 th, 2012, in the Wortham Theatre Lobby from 1:00pm 3:00pm You will then move into the dorm after you check in at the Lobby area! Address: HSF Festival: SCWM Shakespeare Festival C/o University of Houston School of Theatre & Dance Attention: Studentʼs Name 133 CWM Center Houston, TX 77204-4016 Essentials to Bring/Pack: Paper Work o Front and back copy of camperʼs health insurance card *if we do not have it on file o Signed Liability Release and Emergency information *if we do not have it on file o Proof of Auto Insurance (if leaving car at camp) Bedding (twin extra long size bedding sheets, blankets, pillow, etc.) Hand Soap Towel and wash cloths Swimsuit Any necessary medications Alarm clock Watch (or cell phone with a clock) Rehearsal Materials o Rehearsal/movement clothes o Pencils and highlighters o Journal o Book back or back pack o Personal wash rag/shower shoes o Refillable water bottle o Bug spray o Sunscreen o Umbrella Clothes for two weeks or laundry items o Detergent o Dryer sheets Hygiene items o Deodorant o Soap o Personal hygiene products o Toothbrush and toothpaste o Shampoo and conditioner o Razor Rehearsal clothing o Must allow for movement o Black character shoes (women) o Black dress shoes (men) Performance clothing (you will have other costumes) Showcase performance o Black pants and shirt with black shoes and black socks o Stage makeup if you have it