US Performing Arts UCLA 2011 by Judith Patterson

YOUR OPPORTUNITY IS NOW...

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UCLA ARTS CAMP WORKSHOPS

Atlantic Theater Company • Georgetown University • Oberlin College • Pepperdine University • Texas Christian University • University of Miami • Florida State University • Ohio State University • Pearl Studios • Stanford University • UCLA • UC Berkeley • University of Massachusetts • Webster University

Benefits the benefits of attending a ucla arts camp workshop in association with us performing arts workshop

We’re all dreamers. It’s the “stuff” that drives success. Close your eyes and you can picture yourself standing on stage under the lights, or in a close up on the big screen, or receiving a coveted award. Close your eyes and you see yourself rubbing elbows with the creative genius you’re striving to become. Close your eyes and you are attending your dream college. For the past 10 years, as our flagship program, the UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television in association with US Performing Arts has been successfully giving students the opportunity and inspiration to achieve their dreams. The UCLA Arts Camp/Workshops give you the occasion to work with inspired UCLA faculty and professional artists who in turn will inspire you, help you develop your craft, and encourage you to achieve your goal. With years of experience in their own craft and the desire to help develop the next generation of artists, they value their role as teacher, mentor and guidance counselor. They will motivate and help you to prepare with confidence for your next step, whether it be college entrance or the professional arena.

Your time is valuable and if you are going to spend your summer in pursuit of your craft then we promise to value your participation and reward you with benefits that will enrich your life, foster your craft, and promote your success. Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• All classes taught by UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television outstanding faculty at one of the top theater schools in the country and one of the top film schools in the world • Improved skills

Our programs are inspiring, rich and intense, but most of all they are FUN!

• A safe college experience • Self-knowledge and increased self-esteem • On-going mentoring • FUN, FUN, FUN!

Whether you attend the UCLA Arts Camp/Workshops or one of our many other programs attending a US Performing Arts workshop is proven to give you the competitive edge. As you demonstrate advancement in your craft it will lead to increased recognition in your hometown programs. You will have the opportunity to be recruited by college performing arts and digital media departments. You will become a part of a network of lifelong friends and mentors who share and support your dreams. Our college prep programs such as our College Audition Workshops have shown that 86% of the participating students were admitted to their dream school. These are benefits you can’t afford to miss. Supporting dreams and giving opportunity is such an important part of who we are that providing a safe environment in which you can be your most creative is paramount. We want you to have a safe environment in which to take creative risks…and even fail if necessary. To that end, the faculty and mentors are nurturing and caring. We provide round the clock mentor supervision for your out-of-class safety. Our programs are full, rich and intense but most of all they are FUN! You will develop friendships that will become a lasting part of the fabric of your life. Whether you attend for one week, two, three or seven, the opportunity to achieve your dream is here. Our outstanding customer service staff can help you develop an itinerary that will best suit you, including steering you towards programs in which you can receive college credit. Start the process today towards becoming a part of the next generation of artists. Seize the opportunity. The benefits are yours.

See you this summer,

Judith Patterson Co-Founder/CEO, US Performing Arts

The locations and dates of each program can be found by visiting usperformingarts.com or calling 888.497.3553

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Location welcome from the dean

As the new Dean of the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television I want to invite you to join our UCLA summer workshop family as we embark on a new chapter for our school. The vision of the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television is to serve as a premier interdisciplinary global professional school that develops outstanding humanistic storytellers, industry leaders and scholars whose diverse, innovative voices enlighten, engage and inspire change for a better world. To that end the UCLA Arts Camp/Workshops for 2011 is once again offering the finest training in the performing and digital arts for the next generation of talented young artists. These School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT) pre-college summer workshops are taught by our own illustrious faculty and professionals from the entertainment community. Each workshop immerses the student throughout the day in their art, while at the same time giving the student the experience of living and being on the UCLA campus. . We consistently strive to find ways to enhance our offerings by bringing new and exciting workshops to the summer and by adding new faculty to our program... Now in our tenth season, students participate in one or more workshops and we continue to offer UCLA college credit for all participants. We have an international reputation for offering the finest in professional training and the UCLA Arts Camp/ Workshops maintain that tradition. The quality of our summer workshop program is enhanced by our exceptional relationships that have developed with the international and local entertainment industries. The success of the summer workshops enables the School to reach out beyond the boundaries of the University to the broader community and is consistent with our mission of educating the next generation of artists in the performing and media arts. Finally for our faculty, it is a gratifying experience to have such an exchange with so many dynamic young people. Through our signature Arts Camp/Workshops you will play an important part in this exciting chapter in the life of UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television. We are looking forward to seeing you this summer. Sincerely, Dean Teri Schwartz UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television

Ranked 25th among US colleges, the University of California, Los Angeles is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. To top that, the UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television has been rated number one in North America. Nestled in Westwood, bordering Bel Air and Beverly Hills, it is one of the most picturesque campuses in the west. UCLA’s School of Theater, Film & Television is the only school of performing arts and media in the U.S. in which the study of stage and screen is integrated in a single professional program. Each camp/ workshop is taught by UCLA School of Theater Film & Television’s faculty and carefully embraces the integration of stage and screen in preparing the well-rounded artist of the next generation. This philosophy sets the tone for the UCLA Arts Camp Workshops. With this professional training, students are following in the footsteps of such illustrious alumni as Francis Ford Coppola, Tim Robbins, James Dean, Carol Burnett, Susan Egan, Jack Black, Ben Stiller and many others. TFT’s global mission is mirrored in the students that attend these workshops from all over the world.

To view a complete list of locations visit usperformingarts.com or call one of our representatives at 888.497.3553 who will be happy to help you find the right location for your needs.

camera an actor must learn what makes this medium so distinctive and develop the technique necessary to succeed professionally. Students’ scenes are rehearsed under the trained eye of professional Hollywood directors with continuous feedback on their performance. They have classes in cold reading and hear from casting directors about audition techniques. Students work in front of the camera seeing and critiquing their performances until they realize a finished “work in progress” scene. television sit com acting

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Acting Acting technique is what you learn, make your own, and then make invisible so that you can live in the moment in a character’s life. Perhaps Sanford Meisner said it best when he said acting is “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” That imperative doesn’t change whether you are on stage or in front of a camera. It’s just about adjusting to the medium. Students in our acting classes will benefit from exposure to well-known and respected acting techniques which are intertwined because their creators learned from one another.

You will be exposed to the Method and Meisner Technique, and the work of The Groundling Theater founded by David Mamet. Your TFT instructors are passionate about their craft and they will instill in you a deep reverence for your art. You will learn to bring yourself to the role while creating a believable character to move an audience.

Acting is “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.”

and emotional commitment to the intention of the actor. Actors also benefit from a physical and playful component to their training. Students receive training in combat, clowning and mask work. To additionally hone ensemble work, Comedy Improv has been added as a stand alone week of training. Students work with TFT faculty who have years of professional theatrical credits. High School juniors through college freshman ready for a more rigorous intensive will benefit from two weeks work with the inspiring faculty of the Acting Conservatory.

acting for the stage

acting for the camera

Acting for the Stage workshops, focuses the actor on their craft in front of a live audience. It is the foundation for acting in all mediums. Students get in touch with the internal life of the actor to develop truthful understanding

The camera never lies! That’s a true admonition to the actor. The camera looks deep into the eyes of the actor seeing every nuance of character. If the actor is not deeply engaged in a truthful performance the camera records every millisecond of the lie. To work successfully in front of the

This is a one-of-a-kind UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television Arts Camp Workshop. The art and craft of sitcom acting is significantly different than acting for the big screen and this workshop teaches the actor those specific techniques. It is a world of timing and nuances and the students will spend their time working with an award-winning actress that has it all. The workshop is patterned after the real production timeline of a Sitcom series where actors must prepare and tape an episode each week. In the last days of the workshop students will tape a scene in a television studio from a sitcom written and produced specifically for them. Industry guests will visit throughout the two weeks. See also Sit Com Writing/Producing.

To learn more about the specifics of each workshop and their location visit usperformingarts.com or call one of our representatives at 888.497.3553 who will be happy to help you find the workshop that is right for you.

Dance Do dancers go to college? You bet they do! And at UCLA’s School of Theater, Film, and Television it is dance for the musical theater stage where actors hone their dance skills, dancers push their limits, and singers become a “triple threat.” To add to that diversity of talent and repertoire, dancers have the opportunity to expand their dance knowledge to the ever popular genre of Hip Hop Dance proving that dancers can do it all! That is the atmosphere that you will enter this summer when you choose a Dance Workshop…and it is the atmosphere that is waiting for you if when you decide to go to college. No matter which dance intensive you choose you will be challenged in daily technique classes, choreography, and performance styles. You will gain stage presence and leave with confidence knowing that your skills have improved and you can quickly pick up choreography by professional choreographers. The faculty has experience as professional choreographers, dancers, and artistic directors and they are waiting to share their expertise with you. Flexibility as a dancer is more than physical elasticity. It is intellectual as well. Move out of your comfort zone this summer. Try new techniques and build your dance resume. Photo courtesy of UCLA School of TFT

College Audition Workshop This is a “must do” workshop for all rising high school seniors who are planning to apply to colleges that will require an audition for entrance. The College Audition Workshop provides the opportunity for the college bound student to prepare for the audition and interview process that is essential for applying to top tier college theater training programs. There are three separate areas of preparation. The College Audition Workshop has two tracks; one for Musical Theater and one for Theater. There is a separate workshop, College Audition for

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the Dancer, offered for students who want to enter college as a Dance major.

...intended to give the student the tools to forge ahead with confidence next fall. Under the guidance of TFT faculty who regularly audition students for college admission, you will receive practical experience in picking up choreography, vocal or dance performance, monologue selection and coaching.

A mock audition and feedback will be given. All are intended to give the student the tools to forge ahead with confidence next fall. The workshops have limited enrollment so be sure to register early.

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The actor who can sing and dance, the singer who can dance and act, the dancer who can act and sing…that “triple threat” performer is what makes the magic that is called musical theater. The Musical Theater workshop hones the skill of all three disciplines. Our workshops focus on the process of the development of the craft and not on the product or the production of a show. The “real deal” professional faculty has a keen eye for nudging talent forward. With years of Broadway and teaching experience, they know what is needed to succeed. We offer workshops for all levels and with varying degrees of intensity. You can sing, dance and act your heart out for one solid week of training. Those who feel ready for a more intense training session can audition for the three week Musical Theater Conservatory. There you will experience the excitement of simulating a musical in workshop development.

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Playwriting/Screenwriting

No matter which program you choose it will end in a “work in progress” showing what you’ve accomplished.

It all starts with the idea and the white page. Developing your voice as a writer is key. Understanding dramatic structure, plot and character is essential. playwriting/screenwriting

Effective creative writing is the basis of all narrative presentation whether it is a theatrical play, a big screen epic or a television presentation. Students will be immersed in the study of character, structure, form and plot for short and full-length plays, screenplays, and teleplays. Participants will develop, discuss, write, and perform the written word bringing their own imagination to the character and plot of each story. Students will see their scenes performed by actors who will give life to the written word and some scenes will be chosen to present at the “work in progress” at the end of the workshop. advanced playwriting/screenwriting

For the older writer who has developed experience in creating a narrative presentation, the Advanced Playwriting/Screenwriting workshop will further their knowledge of dramatic structure in short and full length plays and screenplays. With more time to write the student will develop their plays on a more advanced level while working with their peers in constructive critique and feedback. Guest screenwriters often drop by to spend the day with students reviewing their work.

The faculty of these workshops is comprised of professional awardwinning writers...

sitcom writing/production

Ever wonder how those funny shows you watch get made? This is a one-of-a-kind professional workshop for your funny bone. Under the guidance of a hit show writer/producer and actor and director you will experience two weeks in the life of a group of SitCom writers and producers. This workshop culminates in the taping of a threecamera television show, not just for laughs but for learning too. Photo courtesy of UCLA School of TFT

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Musical Theater

Animation

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Digital Filmmaking The UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television is one of the top three schools in the world in the training of the next generation of storytellers. It’s department of Film, Television and Digital Media is recognized both nationally and internationally. The UCLA Arts Camp Workshops share the same tenets as the School in training its next generation of media storytellers. Taught by the faculty and professionals who teach in the film school, each workshop is unique and will offer the student an inspiring experience in filmmaking. Students benefit from improved writing skills, the ability to work as part of a team, a real professional knowledge of filmmaking, and a large group of networking friends.

one week workshop

Students in the one week digital film workshops take a journey through the entire creative process of making a film beyond home movies. Students are guided through the process from inception to screening by UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television faculty who are professional filmmakers. Students work collaboratively to write, direct, shoot, and edit their film. Students learn the finer points of editing on Final Cut Pro. This true-to-life collaborative approach teaches the rigors of filmmaking as well as the exhilaration of seeing the finished project projected on the big screen.

two week advanced digital film

Students who are interested in film have generally had a camera in their hands making movies for years. This workshop honors the student’s previous work and takes them further into the creative process teaching them professional secrets to enhance their narrative work. Award winning TFT faculty filmmakers share their knowledge to further the student’s craft in their editing and storytelling abilities. Students learn to make their voice heard as they work collaboratively as a team to tell a story.

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computer animation

Traditional animation is the foundation of animation for learning the principles and techniques of telling an animated story. The student will spend each day completing exercises that will naturally lead them through pre-production, production, and completion of their own animated short. Inspiration flows when you sit at the desks of the great animators of history. Students leave this workshop feeling the accomplishment of a professional. You don’t have to be an artist to learn this craft. Bring a willingness to have creative fun and we guarantee the rest!

Story. Story. Story. That’s what is at the heart of a great animated movie. The original animators used pen and paper to visually translate their story. Today the animator has another tool: the computer. Based on traditional animation, which is the pre-requisite for the Computer Animation workshop, the computer animator will find new dimensions in animated storytelling. Inspired by the same computer labs that generated such animated hit films as Monster House and 9, each participant will complete several short films. Enrollment limited.

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Animation as a creative entity has increased dramatically in the past few years. It is everywhere and has found an audience in every age group and gender. UCLA’s internationally acclaimed animation faculty has created the first of its kind workshop at any major university. Taught by its outstanding animation instructors it is geared to develop an entirely new generation of animators. Visit usperformingarts.com for examples of current animation films.

Workshops & Dates

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University of California, Los Angeles – Summer 2011

Special US Performing Arts Workshop at UCLA

acting for the camera

June 19–24; July 10–15; July 24–29; July 31–Aug. 5

acting conservatory

June 26–July 8

advanced digital film

June 26–July 8; July 24–Aug. 5

advanced play/screenwriting

June 26–July 8

animation

July 10–15

college audition workshop

July 10–15; July 24–29

caw for the dancer

July 31–Aug. 5

comedy improv

June 19–24

computer animation

July 17–29

dance for musical theater

July 24–29

digital film

June 19–24; July 10–15; July 17–22

hip hop dance

July 10–15

musical theater

July 17–22; July 31–Aug. 5

musical theater conservatory

June 19–July 9

play/screenwriting

July 24–29

sit com acting

July 10–22

sit com writing/producing

July 10–22

theater

July 17–22

More information about additional US Performing Arts workshops can be found at usperformingarts.com. Come have fun with us this summer...and perfect your craft! college prep for the arts

– the essay, located at ucla

Now considered the expert in guiding students in the arts towards their right fit school, USPA has inaugurated several year-round College Prep for the Arts™ workshops. This summer, rising high school seniors are invited to participate in a ten day essay prep workshop located at UCLA. Students will work one-on-one and in small groups with a member of the Independent Education Consultants Association to prepare a minimum of three edited essays to be submitted with their applications in the coming year. Students will also tour university departments, speak with faculty and participate in a Q & A at each school.

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For years USPA has been helping students prepare for their next step in education and training in their craft.

Great Camps great locations !

US Performing Arts is associated with some of the finest university facilities in the nation. Exposure to a campus setting adds a stimulating, cultural dimension to a student’s experience and provides a secure, safe environment. By working with the faculty from the theater, dance, film, and media departments of these universities, students have the opportunity to find the “perfect fit” for their college program. Our directors love their art. They love teaching and mentoring young students, and they love to share their experience of their own careers. They understand the benefits gained from the discipline required in the performing arts and its importance in developing self-confidence. The entire staff is working tirelessly to share their love of the arts with all campers and to make their US Performing Arts experience the highlight of their summer. round -the- clock supervision

The well-being of each student is the primary concern of the directors and staff. Students are supervised 24 hours a day. The staff lives in the residence halls with the campers and joins in all their evening activities. Drugs, alcohol and smoking are strictly forbidden and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for immediate dismissal from camp without a refund.

college credit and yearround admissions counseling

College credit is available for high school and college students. We also offer year-round admissions counseling! what’s included

The fee includes an intensive experiential program of at least 30 hours of studio work and rehearsals. Guest speakers and screenings related to the program are included. The tuition includes all meals, housing, recreational activities on campus and a special evening party. multiple week campers

Students may elect to stay for multiple weeks in one program or take another offering. Enroll for as many weeks as you wish to maximize your learning and just to have fun! There is an additional fee per night for resident campers who stay for the weekends between consecutive camp sessions. This fee covers room and meals. Campers staying over weekends between sessions are fully supervised and participate in organized activities. There may be some additional expenses for weekend activities.

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I came away from the week with so much more knowledge and perspective than when I went into it. I learned so much about myself and how to access my inner feelings to be a truthful actor. –Acting Student

Texas Christian University

My daughter left the camp highly motivated to pursue an acting career. She is focused on getting the right training through a college degree.

UCLA

–Acting Parent

locations

Atlantic Theater Company Georgetown University Oberlin College Pepperdine University

University of Miami Florida State University Ohio State University

Visit usperformingarts.com for up-to-the-minute information on all our programs, expert faculty, and new program launches. You will find photos, videos, in-depth faculty bios

My son has attended the camps for the past three –Film Parent years. Since attending he My daughter learned has been cast as a lead or in major acting role in so much and it has paid dividends already. 12 shows. She is getting very –Acting Parent good parts and is now working professionally. –Parent

Pearl Studios NYC Stanford University UC, Berkeley University of Massachusetts Webster University We look forward to seeing you this summer!

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