About St. Mary’s University Musical Theatre Camp
Each year, St. Mary’s University holds a summer musical theatre camp for San Antonio-area youth. We are thrilled to announce the addition of a short winter camp this December!
Winter Musical Theatre Camp
Throughout this weekend camp, students will rehearse a selection of Broadway songs spanning a variety of classic shows, celebrated composers and lyricists.
The camp will end with a showcase compiled of ensemble dance numbers, riveting group scenes and heart-warming solos.
Winter Camp Details
Dec. 16-18, 2022
Open to ages 14 to 19
Winter Camp Fee:
$100 per student
$75 sibling discount (apply code “SIBLING” at checkout)
Winter Camp Schedule
Friday
- Check-in: 4:30 to 5 p.m.
- Pick-up: 10 p.m.
Saturday
- Drop-off: 8:30 to 9 a.m.
- Pick-up: 10 p.m.
Sunday
- Start time: 10:30 a.m.
- Performance: 7:30 p.m.
- Pick-up: 10 p.m.
Summer Musical Theatre Camp
St. Mary’s Musical Theatre Camp is a fun and unique experience that offers students ages 14-19* the opportunity to learn a full-length Broadway musical in just one week. Ending the week with two performances free to the public, every student will have a chance to showcase skills learned on the stage or behind the scenes.
*or will have turned 14 as of September 1.
Summer Camp Details
June 11-17, 2023
June 25-July 1, 2023
Summer Camp Fee:
$300 per student
$275 sibling discount (apply code “SIBLING” at checkout)
Meals: Dinner will be provided by St. Mary’s Musical Theatre Camp. Students are expected to bring their own brown bag lunches and
reusable water bottles. Additional snacks will be provided.
Students will also come together in the evenings for a fun and faith-filled retreat. This time as a community gives students the opportunity to support each other and grow closer as an ensemble through prayer, discussion and reflection activities. The retreat always focuses on themes and questions present in this year’s musical, offering a meaningful accompaniment to the rehearsal process.
Past shows include:
- 2019: Bye Bye Birdie (Our premiere performance)
- 2021: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella
- 2022: Mary Poppins
Auditions: All students will participate in the audition process, which will be held on Sunday after check-in. Check your email for audition materials.
Performances:
Saturday, June 17 and Saturday, July 1
1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Treadaway Recital Hall- Tickets are free with a suggested donation of $8 per adult, $5 per student
- Parking is free and available in Lot C.
- Doors open half an hour before the performance.
Weekly Schedule
Sunday:
- Check-in: 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
- Pick-up: 9:00 p.m.
Monday – Wednesday:
- Drop-off: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
- Pick-up: 9:00 p.m.
Thursday – Friday:
- Drop-off: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
- Pick-up: 10:00 p.m.
Saturday:
- Drop-off: 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
- Performance: 1:00 p.m.
- Performance: 7:30 p.m.
(Students will stay at the camp in between the performances.)
“It was the most welcoming thing I’ve ever been to…It was amazing to know more people who love theatre and fine arts like I do.”
2021 Camper
Musical Theatre Camp Services
Rehearsals
In preparation for the Saturday performances, students will spend the mornings and afternoons rehearsing scenes, music, and choreography from the musical. In these rehearsals students will learn:
- Theatre/music/dance – specific language
- Healthy vocal and dance practices
- Improvisational techniques
- Backstage practices
- Leadership on and off stage
“This camp is truly an experience: It’s an amazing environment and the people are amazing. You create such a strong bond with the people that you won’t find anywhere else all while having fun and putting on a play.”
2019 Camper
Contact
For more information about the St. Mary’s University Summer Music Camp, contact Department of Music Chair Matthew Mireles, D.M.A.
Matthew Mireles, D.M.A.
Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Bands
St. Mary’s University
mmireles1@stmarytx.edu
210-436-3421