Summer Camp

Disney Descendents
July 13 - August 9

Based on the hit Disney Channel films, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a high-energy, contemporary show that follows the teenage children of some of Disney’s most infamous villains—Mal, Evie, Jay, and Carlos—as they leave the Isle of the Lost to attend school in the kingdom of Auradon. There, they encounter the children of beloved Disney heroes and are faced with a powerful choice: follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or forge their own path.

Packed with exciting music, dynamic choreography, and colorful characters, this youth-friendly musical explores themes of friendship, identity, and the power of choice. Students will develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, and ensemble performance while bringing this magical story to life. The production encourages confidence, creativity, and teamwork, culminating in a fun and engaging live performance for family and friends.

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ABOUT ADVENTURES IN THEATER: CPP’s Adventures in Theatre is a Summer Camp workshop and performance program in which participants learn and practice skills related to Dramatic and Musical Theatre (acting, singing, dancing) through instruction, theatre games, exercises and activities designed to teach while putting on a production.

Topics include stage direction, character development, pantomime, vocal, basic choreography, movement, improv, observation & focus, timing and much more.

After 31 years of doing theatre in the valley we have watched many students develop friendships that last a lifetime. We have witnessed the positive difference theatre has made in their lives.

Aside from the skills of theatre they also learn important life long skills.

They learn how to work as team and use those skills to increase their confidence.

Many kids have started out shy with us and end up feeling more comfortable in their social skills.

Most importantly, they learn how to let their imagination soar.

AGE RANGES: TK thru 8th grade – ALL participants must be respectful of all instructors, be able to follow directions and not be disruptive to the entire process. We have done this for over 31 years with every grade level combine and they will be working together as a team to put on an excellent show. This program is not a drop in or daycare service. Limited spots.

LOCATION: Youtheatre Players @ The shops at Palm Desert (Formerly Westfield Mall) lower level by J.C. Penny.

DATES: Monday through Friday (except last weekend) July 13 through August 9

TIMES: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop Off Between 7:30 and 8 a.m. Pick up 4 to 4:30 p.m. Many small breaks and a lunch break.

PUBLIC PERFORMANCES:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday – August 7,8,9 – A Total of 5 performances.

TUITION FEE: ***PLEASE READ*** Scholarships available. Tuition is normally $800.00. Due to the generosity of DSUSD ELOP and other grants we are able to offer limited full and partial scholarships.

There are currently 25 Full DSUSD ELOP scholarships 10 Full Palm Desert Charter scholarships for this camp.

All other non DSUSD students can receive a $425 scholarship with a remaining price to pay of $375.00 for the 4 weeks.

CASTING: Casting for specific parts happen during the first week of camp.

LUNCH, SNACKS, WATER BOTTLE: Cast is welcome to bring their own snacks. Snacks are also available for sale for a $1.00 at our snack bar. Lunch is not provided but there are group opportunities to go to the food court. We do have a refrigerator and microwave for the cast who choose to bring lunch.

TICKETS: We ask each participant to help sell tickets to our public performances. They are normally 10 and 15 dollars and free for 7 and under.

COMMITMENT: Putting together a high quality production takes lots of time, patience and commitment. Commit to being at all camp days and all shows. We ask for no more than 3 absences from camp days. 0 show day absences to be in the show. Note: If you can cannot fully commit to the time schedule you will absolutely get value from the camp by participating in and learning the dances and the songs – just not in the show.

PROMOTION: Proudly support and promote the show and your hard work. This can include selling more tickets, participating in impromptu mall performances, distributing show posters and fliers, social media postings, fundraising, etc.

CONTACT: If you have questions please feel free to call, text, or email. 760-409-6018 or cppontheweb@aol.com

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meet some our instructors

Susannah Vera

Susannah is an absolute delight for the kids to work with. She started with us a child actor in middle school with our productions many years ago.

She went off to college earning a bachelor in theater arts and a minor in music. She also received a masters in script and screenwriting.

She returned to the desert with her immense knowledge in theater and teaching and joined us as instructor.

This year she became Palm Desert High Schools newest theater teacher. We are lucky and blessed to have her creative and warm Spirit to help the kids thrive in the performing arts.

Chuck Balgenorth

Chuck has been a part of CPP/Youtheatre Players for over 20 years.

He has written many of CPP’s productions over the years and Riverside County and National Date Festival Arabian nights musicals for the last 17 years.

He has directed hundreds of children for countless musicals and straight plays,

As a Director, Producer, and Instructor Chuck’s joy comes from watching the kids thrive in theater. His belief is that every student deserves a chance to experience the magic of live theater regardless of background.

Isabella Ceja (Izzy)

Izzy is our resident costumer. She graduated from CalPoly Humboldt where she earned her degrees in Theatre Arts(costumes) and Communication. She got her start in theatre in the desert as a child. She performed for 10 years in dance and acting under the direction of Chuck in numerous productions before moving on to college. Upon graduation she returned to her roots in the desert to help the next generation of students learn about theater.

This past year she joined the theater department as costumer for College of the Desert theatrical productions.

We are excited to have her back working with us.