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Broadway Intensive Programs Take Center Stage in Middletown

Local Talent Nurtured This Winter at The Middletown Arts Center 


The Middletown Arts Center (MAC), located at 36 Church Street in Middletown, NJ, welcomes Lincroft, NJ native and Broadway actress from Oliver! Theresa Fowler to its family of talented instructors. Starting February 10, Fowler’s Broadway Intensive programs will take center stage at the MAC. Class enrollment is open to children age 8 through 18 who enjoy singing, acting and dancing and seek the unique opportunity to study under today’s brightest performers over the course of the eight-week program. 

Fowler and Broadway-level performers will work one-on-one with their ambitious young singers, actors and dancers as they learn choreography, improvisation techniques from local improv troupe Helicopter Dance Off, acting through song, insider audition tips, and performance skills. During a Finale Showcase, each student will perform a solo piece, monologue and ensemble number to friends and family in the MAC theater. Tuition also includes a live performance showcase with casting professionals, a professional headshot and starter resume. 

Special guest instructors have included Tony Award-nominee and American Idol finalist Constantine Maroulis from Broadway’s Rock of Ages, Jekyll & Hyde, Rent and The Wedding Singer; Sabrina Harper from Broadway’s Tony Award winning revival cast of Pippin; Bethany Moore from the original Broadway cast of Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark, and currently starring in Pippin; Serena Soffer from the original Broadway cast of Footloose; Caitlin Wheeler of the television show So You Think You Can Dance; and Broadway veteran Eddie Bennett, who is currently celebrating his 14th year in the cast of Chicago. 

Program Descriptions

The Broadway Intensive Junior Program for ages 8 to 12 takes place on Mondays at 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Children under 8 are permitted to enroll through an audition process. During the program, young Broadway enthusiasts enjoy a real-life Glee experience as they discover their artistic voice through creative play. Students will learn how to act through song and make inspired choices, while immersed in a fun and exciting Broadway rehearsal setting. Cost is $595. Register online.    

The Broadway Intensive Senior Program for ages 13 to 18 takes place on Mondays at 6:30-8:30 p.m. The program is exclusively designed to guide high school students in the professional musical theater and college audition process. The program focuses on the exploration, development and performance of songs that bring out each student’s strengths and individuality. The emotional life of song will be explored as students identify characterizations in the participatory learning environment. Cost is $595. Register online. 

About the Middletown Arts Center 
 The Middletown Arts Center (MAC) is an award-winning, state-of-the-art facility run by the nonprofit Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council and is dedicated to bringing quality arts programming and events to Middletown and surrounding communities. The MAC offers enrichment programs and entertainment for all ages and abilities. 

This winter, the Middletown Arts Center offers a wide variety of affordable classes at various times and days throughout the week. Class highlights include cartooning, graphic media, fashion design, sewing, dance, music, art, acting, improvisation, and more. New this winter, the MAC offers online registration at www.middletownarts.org. Call 732-706-4100 with questions or to register by phone. 
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