Daily Classes: Students take voice, movement, and acting classes. Catholic University's drama professors and local theatre professionals also lead masterclasses on such specialized topics as character work, physical theatre, and stage combat.
Audition Preparation: An additional focus of the summer program is the preparation of audition monologues. Students in both the Musical Theatre and Drama tracks will work on preparing and rehearsing audition monologues. The program culminates with a showcase performance of a variety of pieces, presented on the evening of the final day.
A Typical Day at the High School Drama Institute
| Time | Class |
|---|---|
| 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. | Morning Warm-Ups / Jazz Conditioning (all students) |
| 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Voice for the Actor or Ballet or masterclasses |
| 12:00 – 1:45 p.m. | LUNCH AND STUDY TIME |
| 1:45 – 4:45 p.m. | Afternoon Acting Classes / Workshops (all students) Individual Vocal Coaching (Musical Theatre majors) |
| 4:45 – 6:00 p.m. | DINNER |
| 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. | Evening Acting, Voice, or Movement classes |
| 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Rehearsals or Evening Activities or Workshops |