Why You Should Send Your Kids To A Musical Theater Camp

By George Wright


Kids who sing and dance bring joy to themselves and anyone they perform for. Family and friends may delight in their performances. They may even encourage them to take classes to learn how to sing and dance even better. It really helps for them to meet other children who have similar interests, which is why a Musical Theater Camp is a great idea as well.

These camps are for many different ages, and also many varied skill levels, so it is perfectly fine if your child is merely a beginner. They will learn new skills with every passing day during camp, and also learn to hone the ones they already have so they get better and better. They do this with teachers who have years of experience on the stage, with some even being former Broadway stars who can teach your kids what they need to know to make it.

Beyond the actual songs and dance, there is song interpretation, where kids learn to sing popular songs beyond what they are used to. They may also learn specialized dance forms to give them even more skills to put on their resume. These may include tap dancing, ballet, and even jazz steps.

An oft overlooked aspect of pursuing Broadway as a career is the ability to audition and act like a professional. You can sing like an angel, but if you get too nervous or have a bad audition, you still may not get the part. The teachers at these camps have auditioned countless times and can instill confidence in auditioning.

Many camps are held out in the wilderness, so there may be a body of water nearby. When not practicing, the campers can have some fun and let loose by swimming or canoeing. Other activities may be focused on musical instruments, arts and crafts and whatever else your particular camp has to offer.

Traditionally, these camps are held in remote locations, much like a regular summer camp that kids can go to. There may not be one of these near you though, or your may balk at the idea of your child being away overnight. In these cases, you could send your kids to a day camp that are generally held in or near a city. You simply drop the child off in the morning, and pick them up each evening or afternoon.

No matter whether you do overnight or day camping, each session will last at least three weeks. Some places want a full four week commitment. While this may seem like a long time, it is good because it allows plenty of time for the campers to really hone the new skills they acquired. Without constant repetition, they may forget what they learned.

The big finale at the end of the three or four weeks is a musical number put on by the campers. They get to sing, dance and show their parents what they have been doing at the camp this entire time. They also get some practice with the pressures and joys of performing live, an experience they are sure to carry with them in their future musical endeavors.




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