FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: May 5, 2004
Contact: Christa Skiles
Public Relations Director
513-345-2242, ext. 232

TALENT BLOOMS THIS SUMMER AT THE CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK’S POPULAR THEATRE DAY CAMP

Classes begin June 14 with sessions continuing through July

(CINCINNATI) – This summer, the Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park sets the stage for hundreds of Tristate area young people to explore the fun and challenging world of theatre through its popular Summer Theatre Day Camp. Campers can meet new friends, gain self-esteem and confidence and learn the process and technique of performing, all while having a great time. Educational and exciting, the Summer Theatre Day Camp offers three two-week sessions, which begin June 14 and continue throughout July.

Summer Theatre Day Camp classes provide fun and in-depth explorations of a broad range of acting skills, from creative movement and improvisational activities to the singing and dancing techniques needed to perform in Broadway-style musicals. Most importantly, students get the chance to work with some of the best theatre teachers and professionals in the city.

Classes are grouped into age categories beginning with students preparing to enter the third and fourth grades and continuing up through high school. All classes take place in a friendly and non-intimidating learning environment. No previous acting or performing experience is required to participate.

Spots currently are still available for all camp sessions. The first two-week session begins June 14 and continues through June 25. Additional sessions run July 5 through July 16 and July 19 through July 30. Classes are scheduled Monday through Friday for half of each day, with morning and afternoon time slots available for many sessions. All camps conclude with a performance project in which students demonstrate learned skills for family and friends in a Playhouse theatre. The cost is $240. A limited number of scholarships are available based on financial need and merit.

For more information or to request a brochure, contact the Playhouse administrative offices at 513/345-2242. Information and registration materials also are available online at www.cincyplay.com.

Delta Connection COMAIR is the Playhouse’s official airline.

The Playhouse is supported, in part, by the generosity of the tens of thousands of individuals and businesses that give to the Fine Arts Fund.

The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Playhouse with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

The Playhouse also receives funding from the City of Cincinnati.

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