Life Is A Cabaret

Ages: 14-18 

Offered: July 5-9 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Camp Description:

Dive into the world of musical theatre this week, whether your student is just starting out or has more musical experience; this camp is for them! During the week, students will experience a mock audition, be assigned cabaret pieces, and learn multiple ensemble songs with music and choreography! Students will build general music and singing skills while learning choreography and acting through song! All the students’ hard work will culminate in a cabaret at the end of the week, where friends and family can cheer on their star! 

What to Expect:

At the beginning of the week, your student will have the opportunity to participate in a mock singing and dance audition! This mock audition is intended to give your student audition practice and will result in specific pieces being assigned to work on and perform during the cabaret!

Mock Schedule

MONDAY - Mock audition day! 

• 9:00 - 9:30 AM: Welcome & Introductions!

• 10:30 - 12:30 PM: Mock Dance Audition

  • Begin the day with a dance audition, learning a dance combo from a fun Broadway show.

• 12:30 - 1:30 PM: Lunch break!

• 1:45 - 3:00 PM: Mock Singing Audition

  • Pick your favorite 32-bar cut that shows off your voice and acting skills!

TUESDAY - Rehearsal Day

• Receive singing/dance assignments and audition feedback!

• Lesson on audition practice, booking the room, & resume/headshot building.

• Begin learning cabaret pieces.

WEDNESDAY - Rehearsal Day

• Work on pieces for cabaret and learn group ensemble numbers

THURSDAY - Rehearsal Day

• Work/stage pieces for cabaret and clean group ensemble numbers

FRIDAY - Cabaret Day!!

• 9:00 - 3:00 PM: Cabaret rehearsal 

• 6:00 - 8:00 PM: Cabaret showcase! 

  • Family and friends are encouraged to attend and see your students shine as they perform what they learned during the week!

What to Bring:

• Vocal binder with a minimum of two contrasting 32-bar cuts of musical theatre songs. (Example of contrasting songs: “Vanilla Ice Cream” She Loves Me, “Don’t Rain on My Parade” Funny Girl)

• 6-8 Copies of your headshot and resume stapled back-to-back (During the week you will also receive feedback on the layout of your resume/headshot and learn how to build one!)

• Refillable water bottle.

• Clothes you are comfortable dancing/moving in.

• Any dance shows you have (jazz, character, tap, etc.). None are required. All dances can be done in sneakers.

• A great attitude! This is a fast-paced intensive, but it is a place to learn, grow, and try new things! You are given permission to fail, and we encourage it! Failure as performers helps us grow! Be brave, try new things, and show up ready to work!

Meet the Teachers

Jaylin Hustedde is a director, performer, and teaching artist based in the Twin Cities. She is a graduate of University of Northwestern – St. Paul with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Theatre and Communication Arts and Literature Education. She has directed, choreographed, and taught students of all ages from elementary to undergraduate students at University of Northwestern – St. Paul, Twin Cities Homeschoolers for the Arts, Oak View Middle School, PACT Charter School, Locally Grown Theatre, and Blue Water Theater Company. When she finds the time, she also performs in live theatre and does freelance film acting for churches and worship media companies here in the cities. Currently, Jaylin is pursuing her Master of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts with a directing concentration through the University of Idaho.

Kylie Clark has a B.S. in Marketing and Theatre from the University of Northwestern St. Paul. Her love of performing and theatre has led her to where she is today pursuing theatre endeavors of all kinds. Kylie also enjoys working behind the scenes exploring different marketing and business opportunities. She loves finding ways to integrate marketing and theatre together to explore effective storytelling and communication strategies to reach and serve audiences well.