This 2 week training intensive focuses on singing, acting and dance/movement. This is not a camp. This is a professional training opportunity to further develop your skills and love of performing.

The mornings are spent learning and further developing your skills as a performer in class and Master Class settings, while the afternoons are dedicated to rehearsing for a fully staged, Cabaret style show where you get to put everything you learned into action.  Grow, learn, be creative, and see just how far you can go! 

This program is open to artists ages 12-35.
*Age exceptions will be considered based on maturity, resume and talent.

Intensive Dates:
July 8-19, 2024
Classes will run Monday to Friday from 9:00am-4:00pm.

Show Dates:
Saturday, July 20 at 2:00PM
Saturday, July 20 at 7:00PM

At the end of your intensive training, you will put on a fully staged, highly anticipated new show featuring Big Broadway numbers to your favourite Pop hits!

As a triple threat performer, you will get to put into action everything you’ve learned throughout the intensive. You will sing, act, dance and take the stage with presence and confidence!

All participating artists will be cast in big ensemble numbers. Solos, duets and small ensemble scenes will be cast based on your audition and callback.

Show Dates:
Saturday, July 20 at 2:00PM
Saturday, July 20 at 7:00PM

Tickets go on sale Spring 2024

Shannon McCracken, Theatre Arts Training Academy’s Artistic Director, has created a program where artists can build on their existing skills and truly grow as performers. As a professional actor and singer working within the industry, Shannon brings her extensive knowledge to TATA. These curated classes will focus on singing, acting, and dance/movement, and will meet the skill level of each participant so that artists get the most out of their training. Shannon believes in creating a positive, safe space to work and create, so that artists can take risks and approach the material with authenticity. Her ability to encourage and guide those she works with gives individuals the confidence they need to feel empowered and make bold choices in their work.

To learn more about Shannon and view her resume, you can visit her site at: shannonmccracken.com.

All of our teachers and coaches are qualified, trained and professional artists working within the industry. Joining us in 2024, we have:

Shannon McCracken - Voice & Acting Instructor
Madison Sheward - Dance Instructor
Jennine Profetta - Improv Guest Instructor
Kelsey Van Blarcom - Music Director & Coach
Mark Wallace - Guest Speaker

Tuition for The Summer Intensive is $450.

A $250 non refundable deposit will be mandatory to secure your position upon acceptance into the program, with the remaining $200 balance due by June 24, 2024.

Financial Aid:
We never want finances to stop you from reaching your full potential! We are happy to provide financial aid based on talent and need.

Audition Dates:
Tuesday, April 9 from 5-9pm
Wednesday, April 10 from 5-9pm
Sunday, April 14 from 1-5pm
*If you require an alternative time, please contact us.

Callbacks:
Monday, April 22 from 5-9pm

Audition Requirements:
The Summer Intensive is seeking singers, actors and dancers ages 12-35. *Age exceptions will be considered based on maturity, resume and talent.

We are inviting artists to prepare 2 contrasting songs that are no longer than 90 seconds each. One song should be from the musical theatre canon, and the other song should be a pop song or a song of your choice. We want to see your ability to tell a story in each of your songs! You will also be given time to show any special skills that you may have whether it’s dancing, poetry, or anything else! This is your opportunity to really showcase your creativity and your strengths as a performer – we want to get to know you, on your own terms.

We welcome and encourage individuals of all gender identities, cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and abilities. If you choose, you may provide us with the pronouns you would like us to use in your submission, or any other self-identification. We will respect these pronouns throughout the process.

AUDITION HERE!