Theatre Arts Center, in its 22nd year, is accepting applications from Theatre and Dance Majors and Minors (or professional experience) for intern positions for the 2009 summer season in Queens, NYC or Bucks County, PA.  (Positions for  Stage Manager and Technical Interns--construction, tour coordinator, set painting--in Bucks County are also available.)  
Interns must be 19 and older.  Each program is described below.

Interns will work with Broadway and Theatre professionals to teach & assist performance companies of children and teens in theatre and dance classes and rehearsals.  Major responsibilities include assisting teachers, acting as dance captain and assistant director, as well as some responsibilities in administration, box office and production, depending on your area of interest and ability.  Technical apprentices will have an opportunity to work with costumes, sets, lighting and touring.  Interns will be eligible to perform in shows in both locations subject to audition.
Stipends available in both locations.

Please note that we do not offer housing in either location.  We will assist those from out of town as much as possible.

 NEW YORK CITY, QUEENS:

Musical Theatre, Dance, and Acting Program.

The NYC program is in residence at the Professional Performing Arts Center at Queensborough College in Bayside, Queens, a state-of-the-art theatre facility, home to the Queens Orchestra and Broadway National Tours.  Musical Theatre Program dates are July 5 thru Aug. 1, 2010, Monday thru Friday 8:30-4:30.  Teen Acting Workshop is June 28 thru July 25, 2010.  A Teen Cabaret Company Workshop (fifth week option) is Aug. 2-8.  The Cabaret Workshop will be directed by Karen Mason.  (Fifth week not applicable for full staff.)  There are final weekend performances on Sat. evening & Sun. matinee for all three programs.)

Musical Theatre Interns must have solid dance experience.
 Teen Drama Workshop & Acting Ensemble Interns must have acting and/or directing and/or stage managing experience.
    
Interns will assist the professional Broadway teaching staff in choreography, serve as teaching assistants, dance captains, and rehearsal assistants, and assist in administration.

 See our Guest Artist & Teacher bio's.

 
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
Eligible interns will be featured in an end-of-workshop public performance of fully staged and costumed  production. By audition.
 

DOYLESTOWN, BUCKS COUNTY, PA:

Musical Theatre Program & Children's Theatre Tour

Theatre Arts Center is the resident family summer theatre at Bristol Riverside Theatre (Actors' Equity Assoc. professional house) in lower Bucks County, and  Sellersville Theatre, a newly restored jewel box theatre in Central Bucks County.

  The theatre workshop is from June 21 through August 15, 2010, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with some Saturday performances.  The studio is located in a remodeled state-of-the art facility in Doylestown, PA.

There is also a teen and young adult program, the Bucks County Musical Theatre Ensemble.  This company will be performing a premier version of DAMN YANKEES JR, a new version of the Broadway hit.  (We have once again been selected by Music Theatre International to be the National Test Site for new JR shows in their catalog--e.g. 2006 the World Premier of Thoroughly Modern Millie JR.;  2007:  JUST SO JR.; 2008:  Disney's Beauty & The Beast; 2009: The Drowsy Chaperone JR)  The Ensemble also performs BOUND FOR Broadway, a song and dance revue staged with choreography by NY guest artists from Broadway and Co-Directed by Broadway veteran ANGELO FRABONI.
NEW Music Directors for 2010!

 See our Guest Artist & Teacher bio's.

  Interns are eligible to be cast in the Ensemble show and will be able to take master classes with teaching artists during the Musical Theatre Ensemble session, July 20-Aug. 16, 2009.
 

For more information on each program and the Bucks County Children's Theatre Series, please see the appropriate pages on this web site:  TheatreArtsCenter.com

INTERESTED APPLICANTS FOR BOTH PROGRAMS SHOULD SEND LETTER,  RESUME, & PHOTO TO:

ROBERT LACONI & KRISTINE LEWIS

ARTISTIC DIRECTORS

THEATRE ARTS CENTER

81-12 Roosevelt Avenue, #604
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY  11372

Theatre Arts Center does not offer housing, but will assist those accepted as much as possible.  You may be asked to submit a video of your performance.

This is what former interns have said about their
experience with theatre arts center:

I just wanted to say thank you again for a wonderful summer (2009). It was such an honor to be part of your program and I really appreciate you granting me that opportunity. 
Rebecca Scholl, Theatre & Dance Major, University of Pennsylvania &
Ann Rankin’s Broadway Theatre Project Alum

I just wanted to let you know how happy I am tha I chose to work with TAC this summer(2009).  I had such a wonderful and valuable experience, both in term of teaching and my own development as a performer.  I couldn't have imagines a better opportunity this summer, so thank you for giving it to me.  I will definitely keep TAC in my plans for next summer!
Kate Hughes, Theatre & Dance, The College of William and Mary; Williamsburg, VA

I wanted to personally thank you for this wonder experience (2009).  I had a lot of fun with the kids, and I thought both shows were excellent.  You were a personable, understanding and amiable person to work for and I really appreciated that.  And I admire how accommodating and respectful you were to other people.  You're really a great guy.  I hope to get to work with you again and I am very happy I came across this job in Playbill.com.  I was so happy when you called me and offered me the job!
Matt Mazur, Theatre Major, Playwrights Horizon Studios, NYU


My experience as a senior at TAC in 2003 inspired me to continue in musical theatre. The guest teachers were great, the staff was encouraging, and the environment was fun and constructive at the same time.  I went on to come back as an intern for the Juniors in 2006 and learned basic dance captain skills and got the chance to choreograph and sing in the show.  Everything I was able to accomplish at TAC was beneficial to my skills as a working actor today. I'm now on the national tour of Seussical playing Sour Kangaroo and I'm also the Dance Captain.  I am very thankful for all of the guidance that I received from this program.
Pallavi Sastry, University of Oklahoma, Musical Theatre BFA; 2009 Nat'l Tour, Suessical

Thank you so much for allowing me this amazing, priceless opportunity.  I have learned so much about myself and had such a great time.  Hope to see you again soon.
Leanne Mercadante, 2008 BFA Acting, Binghamton Univ. & American Conservatory Theatre

I'd just like to thank you for having me at TAC this summer.  I enjoyed every minute of it and I learned a lot. All the staff and Guest Artists were so nice and amazingly talented, and the kids were truly delightful.  My time at Theatre Arts Center seemed to fly by so quickly, but it gave me a good idea of what I'd like to do after I complete my degree.
Zelia Attzs, B.F.A. Musical Theatre & Dance; University of Chester; London, England

Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity.  I've had so much fun and learned so much more than I expected.  I knew this was an interesting program, but I had no idea just how amazing it would be.  Thank you for all your encouragement and guidance.  I appreciate it so much.
Patti DeMateo, DeSalles University, '07 B.F.A. Theatre

Thank you for a wonderful internship!  I am so lucky to have worked with you this summer.  I deeply admire the work you do at TAC and I want to thank you for letting me be a part of it.
Emily Penick, '07 Penn State, B.F.A. Theatre & Dance

I just want to take the time to thank you once again for everything this summer. I had an absolute blast working for TAC and am so grateful that you gave me this opportunity.  Not only were the kids great (and inspiring), but it was wonderful group of professionals to work with, and I know that the connections I made are going to be invaluable as I move onto the "real world" after graduation this coming spring.  Plus, I think I learned just as much as the students during classes and through talking with the choreographers and guest artists during breaks.  It was definitely an unforgettable month!
Kristen Smiley, '07 BFA Musical Theatre
 
I want to formally thank you for providing me with this opportunity (summer '06).  I have learned many valuable lessons over the past four weeks and it is rewarding to see that the students have learned something from me as well.  My experience at TAC was a very positive one.  Thanks very much.
Chris Caron, Adelphi University '06, B.F.A.  Acting; 2008-09 Nat'l Tour of FOOTLOOSE

The Theatre Arts Center Summer Program is no ordinary "summer camp."  The talented professionals who contribute to its success are dedicated to drawing out the fullest potential of some truly special young people.  The program was both challenging and rewarding for the students and for the staff.  The students' energy and focus continues to inspire me.  As a full-time drama teacher, I draw on my experience with the kids from that summer in Bucks County every single day.
Ian Waldraff, Temple University '06, B.A.  Theater
Current Drama Instructor with Dramatic English, Hong Kong

"Thank you for your trust and confidence in me over the past four weeks (2006, NYC).  I really did learn a great deal and think I was able to plant some valuable seeds within the students."
Patrick Lynch,  Acting Major, Boston University School of Theatre

"Thank you so much for thinking of me during the Holiday Season.  When I watched the DVD  I was grinning from ear to ear as I recalled the many wonderful memories of my experience with the Theatre Arts Center.  I truly learned a lot from working with such talented choreographers, teachers, interns, and students.  I thank you again for having given me this wonderful opportunity."
Blayne Zucker, Theatre Minor, Syracuse University

"Thank you again for giving me the most fulfilling experience of my life.  My month with the Theatre Arts Center was the best.  I gained wisdom, confidence, friends, mentors, and the magic of teaching... I hope I can be a part of shows with TAC for years to come.
Heather Dolan, New York City Actress

"Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity both for myself and the kids.  What you do here is amazing.  Thank you for your kindness, openness, and help.  I will carry this experience with me for the rest of my life.  I've learned so much.  It's been a joy!
Leah Haviland, Musical Theatre Major, Point Park College

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"My experience with Theatre Arts Center was wonderful.  I had an opportunity to work with young aspiring actors in workshop settings where we worked together with instructors that were very experienced in their craft.  I would highly recommend it to anyone pursuing theatre."
Ryan Faino, Musical Theatre Major

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"Being chosen as an intern for Theatre Arts Center was a summer I'll never forget.  It is much more than your regular theatre workshop/internship.  Not only was I able to share my experience with students and see them grow in their performance skills, I was able to work alongside and learn from working theatre professionals (check out the list of teachers!)

I am studying at a conservatory for musical theatre, and I took back with me an amazing experience like no other-- full of helpful contacts, full of vital info, performance training, and a NYC credential to add to my theatre resume.  Theatre Arts Center is a positive and professional theatre environment, and I was thrilled to be a part of this  program."
Katie Palencsar, Musical Theatre Major, Point Park College

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