Two more chances to see GREASE performed at the historic Soo Theatre! Saturday, July 14 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, July 15 at 3:00 pm.
Come enjoy this musical trip to Rydell High with performances of “Summer Lovin’,” “Greased Lightning,” and many more, even a couple of surprises!
Tickets for all of our shows can be purchased at the Soo Theatre Office, by calling 906-632-1930, or on our website. Tickets are on sale now: $20 for adults and $10 for students.
This show is a “must see!”
There will also be many photo opportunities at each performance. 1950’s cars will be on the scene before and after each performance for picture taking and fun. 1950’s music will be playing before the show, so come early and enjoy the atmosphere.
THE ACCIDENTALS
That’s right! The Accidentals return to the Soo Theatre on Monday, July 30th at 7:30pm. Tickets are $25 general admission. Beer and wine will be provided by Soo Brewery and 1668 Winery. You don’t want to miss this up and coming band, hailed as Yahoo’s “Top 10 Bands to watch in 2017.” The Accidentals are a Michigan Band, having their start in Traverse City, MI. Their music includes influences of classical, jazz, bluegrass, country, alt-rock, and the obscure.
SUMMER CAMPS
More summer camps are just around the corner and there are still chances to sign up. Enjoy the following camps at Soo Theatre!
The Elementary Musical Theatre Camp will put on the musical THWACKED!
This musical theatre camp is designed for elementary students to take the lead! This camp is similar to the 2-week Willy Wonka Jr. camp, but takes place in one week with students from Kindergarten to 5th grade. This camp will focus on music, theatre, and movement, in addition to addressing the basic aspects of putting on a theatrical production. Camp is Monday – Friday, July 16-20, 10am – 3pm with a performance at 2pm, Friday, July 20. This camp is close to filling up, so call to sign up right away.
Vocal and Opera Workshop with the Vocal Gala
This vocal workshop is designed for students and adults, from college voice majors and pre-career singers to young singers and adults who are working on technique and artistry. This is a one-week vocal intensive that focuses on vocal technique and performance of songs from musical theatre and opera. Students may participate in masterclasses with Karen Hughes Beacom, Artistic Director and Founder of Soo Opera, as well as professional guest artists visiting for the opera. The 2018 primary guest clinicians are Dr. Christopher Hollingsworth in voice and Anna Gartshore in Stage craft. Sessions will be taught on technique, diction, and performance and will be applicable to singers of all levels. Singers will focus on either musical theatre, opera, or a combination of both based on their level and interest. Campers will be coached on previously learned works and will participate in a Vocal Gala on the final evening of camp.
The Vocal and Opera Workshop is Monday – Friday, July 23-27, 11am – 4pm with a Vocal Gala performance Friday, July 27 at 7pm.
Pianist Mike Dempsey will visit the Soo and will be the accompanist for many of the singers, as well as performing a solo of his own on this fun evening of vocal performances!
In addition to the workshop, participants will have opportunities for shadowing an artist, performing secondary roles and chorus and working behind the scenes on the Soo Opera Production, The Secret Garden. It is strongly encouraged that the workshop participants participate in the opera production that will be August 8, 10 and 12, with a touring performance on Mackinac Island on Monday, August 13.
Elementary Arts Exploration Camp
This camp varies from year to year, but what never changes is the wide variety of topics covered! This camp is designed to let elementary students explore all facets of the world of music and art. This is one of our most popular camps! Elementary Arts camp is Monday through Friday, July 30 – August 3 from 10am-3pm.
Preschool Music, Art, & Play Camp
Preschool Music, Art, and Play camp has often been a favorite in this community. Preschool students spend the morning making music, creating art, and learning through creative play. Students will sing, dance, paint, use sidewalk chalk, and play together forming friendships and having fun. Preschool Music, Art, & Play camp is Monday through Thursday, July 30 – August 2, 9am-12pm.
Chamber Music/Orchestra Camp
Calling all strings players! Play the great string orchestra repertoire and be in a chamber group that learns some great literature while receiving valuable coaching from our strings instructors. Students are placed in a chamber group according to their level of playing ability and work in small groups to polish a piece of music to be performed at the end of the week. Part of the time will be spent in orchestra rehearsal and part of the time will be spent in chamber music rehearsal. There will also be special appearances by some of our faculty chamber groups. All ages and abilities welcome, this is geared towards adults and students who are comfortable sight reading and enjoy the challenge of putting music together in a small group.
Chamber orchestra camp is Monday through Friday, July 23-27, 4:30-7:30 pm.
Youth Orchestra Camp
This camp is geared towards serving students in our area who love to play in a group. Literature will include some of the great repertoire for string orchestra, as well as fiddle and pop tunes. Students will work on tone, intonation, music theory, rhythm, play musical games, and have fun working together to learn several pieces to be performed at Downtown Days on August 4th. Youth Orchestra camp is Monday through Friday, July 30- August 3, from 12-4pm.
Tuition for all camps includes your summer camp t-shirt!
Register for camps at Soo Theatre office. Soo Theatre has a limited number of needs-based scholarships available for the camps. You can stop in the office to pick up the scholarship application.
The mission of Soo Theatre Project, Inc. is to sponsor, encourage, and create opportunities for participating in and appreciating the arts.
STARS (Soo Theatre Arts Resource Studios) offers individual and group lessons, classes, workshops and camps to individuals of all ages in music, theatre, and visual arts year round.
For information on classes, camps, performances, and/or to volunteer or make a donation, please call the office at (906) 632-1930, email sootheatre@gmail.com or check out our website at www.sootheatre.org. Like and Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for events and postings about all that is happening at Soo Theatre – where there is something for everyone!
