
CLASSES & CAMPS



Youth Artist Guild Lubbock and the EDGE Theatre are teaming up to bring educational programming to the Lubbock community! We are focusing on Early Childhood, Special Needs, and Homeschool students.
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Each of our classes are taught by professors, certified teachers (current and retired), and industry professionals with many years of experience in their respective fields.
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It is our hope that this program will continue to grow providing opportunities for education in the arts so that younger generations can become well-rounded artists and creative thinkers.
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It is our privilege to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment in which students may grow and develop a sense pf purpose and pride in themselves.
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Thank you for entrusting your student's education to us.
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2023 PERFORMING ARTS SUMMER CAMPS
Camps are Monday-Friday during the week they are scheduled.
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Some camps will take place in the morning (9am-Noon) and some in the afternoon (1-4pm)
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Tuition: $110/ week-long camp - Musical Theatre Intensive is $225 which includes all production costs.
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YAGL Members will receive a $10 discount
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Parents signing up multiple children for the same camp will receive a $5 discount for each additional child.
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Students will perform a showcase on Fridays. Family and friends are invited to attend!
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Camps will be held at the EDGE Theater - 4228 Boston Ave. in Lubbock.

Seaside Music Camp
Instructor: Ashley Cox, Private Music Teacher
JUNE
5-9
What's more fun than the beach in the summer? Learning all about the beach through music. The place where the ocean meets land is magical for children, and we will explore this magic in our Seaside Music Camp. In this class, students will have fun exploring the seaside habitat through music and creative movement. Students will sing, dance, act out stories, play and make simple instruments, and do fun crafts, all based on the seaside theme.
Ages: Kinder - 3rd Grade
Morning Session (9am-Noon)

Costuming on a Dime
Instructor: Diane Bancroft, Co-Owner of Sew Crazy
SOLD OUT
JUNE
5-9
Aspiring costumers will learn how to use garments, embellishments, and fabrics to design and make their very own unique costume. Students will learn about different kinds of fabrics and how to operate a sewing machine, along with how to adjust garments to fit, and sewing techniques. A list of sewing materials (appx $20.00), will be provided upon registration.
Ages: 4th - 12th Grade
Afternoon Session (1-4pm)

Going Buggy
Instructor: Kim Ellis, Lubbock ISD
JUNE
12-16
Budding actors will experience the excitement of bringing bugs to life, complete with props and costumes. Students will experience the magic of theater, develop performance skills, and practice stage basics through Bug themed literature, games, music, activities, and crafts.
Ages: Kinder - 3rd Grade
Morning Session (9am-Noon)

Rumble in the Jungle
Instructor: Ally Robinett, Lubbock ISD
JUNE
19-23
Budding actors will bring the excitement of the jungle to life, complete with props and costumes. Students will experience the magic of theater, develop performance skills, and practice stage basics through Jungle themed literature, games, music, activities, and crafts.
Ages: Kinder - 3rd Grade
Morning Session (9am-Noon)

Student Directing
Instructor: Janie Curl, Lubbock ISD
JUNE
19-23
Aspiring Directors allows students to study and practice essential tools of directing including auditions, staging, blocking, and more. Students will learn how to plan a show from the director’s point of view.
Ages: 6th - 12th Grade
Afternoon Session (1-4pm)

Script to Stage
Instructor: Nicole Caddel, Lubbock ISD & YAGL Director
JUNE
26-30
Students will experience all aspects of theatre production, from script writing and acting, to costumes, props, and set design. Students will work together to write, design, produce, and perform short plays, in this fast-paced, fun filled week.
Ages: 3rd - 12th Grade
Morning Session (9am-Noon)

Voice & Dialect
Instructor: Heather Hollingsworth, Voice/Speech/Dialect Coach
JUNE
26-30
Students will learn vocal warm ups and techniques, as well as some of the differences between the American and the British accent. They will practice the accent through voice exercises with the teacher and other students. After the voice exercises, students will be able to show off their brilliant accents through scenes/monologue performances.
Ages: 6th - 12th Grade
Afternoon Session (1-4pm)

Boogie Palooza
Instructor: Lauren Branstetter, Lubbock ISD
JULY
10-14
Dancers will have the opportunity to experience different dance styles and the music from your favorite sing a longs and movies, while making new friends, in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Fitted athletic clothing recommended. Jazz shoes recommended but not required –bare feet /socks are welcome.
Ages: Kinder - 5th Grade
Morning Session (9am-Noon)

Lights, Camera, Dance!
Instructor: Lauren Branstetter, Lubbock ISD
JULY
10-14
Dancers will explore a variety of dance styles and techniques, incorporating elements of theatre. Students will have the opportunity to learn new skills, create, and express themselves through dance and music. Fitted athletic clothing recommended. Jazz shoes recommended but not required –bare feet /socks are welcome.
Ages: 6th - 12th Grade
Afternoon Session (1-4pm)
Musical Theatre Intensive
Instructor: Members of the YAGL and EDGE Teams
17-28
JULY
The Wind in the Willows Junior -An Adaptation of Kenneth Grahames Delightful Tale
In this fast-paced, engaging, 2 week camp, students will have the opportunity to explore acting, dancing, and music, while growing in the world of musical theatre. At the end of the 2 weeks, students will showcase their skills during 2 performances. This camp is suitable for performers of all levels and is designed to help students hone their skills and build confidence.
Our Pre-Camp Auditions will help us place students in the appropriate skill level (everyone receives a great part!) *Pre-Camp Auditions will be scheduled closer to the camp*
Camp Fee includes scripts, costumes, sets, and all production costs.
***Performances are on Friday, July 28th & Saturday, July 29th at 7:30pm.
Ages: 3rd - 12th Grade
Afternoon Session (1-4pm)
