ADVANCED MUSICAL
THEATRE WORKSHOP
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Conceived and Original Direction by John Michael Tebelak
Directed by Jonathan Drahos
Who:
Ages 16 to 21
Tuition:
$1000**
Program Dates:
4-Week Workshop
July 13 – August 9
Performances:
August 7 @ 7 p.m.
August 8 @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
August 9 @ 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
** Confidential financial aid applications are available each summer. Our goal is to make participation accessible to all students, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. No student is turned away due to financial need – aid is awarded based on demonstrated need. To apply for Financial Aid, click HERE.
About the Show
A timeless musical about community, compassion, and what it means to truly see one another. Through a series of parables and unforgettable songs, a charismatic teacher gathers a group of strangers and transforms them into a family — only to face an unthinkable sacrifice. Joyful, moving, and bursting with energy, Godspell is the perfect vehicle for young performers ready to bring both heart and skill to the stage. These four-weeks will inspire young actors to learn professional discipline and bring confidence into their innate talents in a safe, non-competitive and nurturing rehearsal environment.
Participation is through auditions only. Please click HERE for an audition slot.
For questions, or to receive a return call from our Education Staff, please email [email protected].
Characters and descriptions:
- Jesus: The charismatic teacher, patient and kind, leading the community through parables.
- Judas/John the Baptist: A dual role played by one actor. John is passionate and gathers the community, while Judas acts as the betrayer.
- Joanne: Confident, outspoken, and a show-off; the first to volunteer.
- Peggy: Shy but deeply committed, often portraying a warm, “earth mother” character.
- Sonia: Sassy, cynical, and urban; often the “sexy” or comedic, flirtatious character.
- Gilmer: Goofy and a “cut-up,” she is the female class clown.
- Herb: A comedian and class clown, often goofy and high-energy.
- Lamar: Sweet, innocent, and earnest.
- Robin: Sincere and searching for community.
- Jeffrey: Often portrayed as a key, energetic part of the ensemble’s storytelling.
- Many other speaking roles-members of the troupe.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
A professional level four-week program. Students in this course spend seven hours a day, six days a week, vigorously training, rehearsing and performing a musical production. During this period, students gain confidence in character interpretation, story structure, movement, vocal production and stagecraft, building a common and supportive bond with their fellow actors. The five weeks culminate in a series of performances in front of a live audience.
PREVIOUS PRODUCTIONS INCLUDE
2025 – Footloose
2024 – Legally Blonde the Musical
2023 – Pippin
2022 – Mamma Mia!
2021 – Les Misérables