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 NoVAPA Northern Virginia Performing Arts Session 2 • Shrek Jr. • Grades 4-9 • Day 2 Tuesday, July 14 |
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Day 2 Energy Was Off the Charts! |
Dear Broadway Bound Families, What a fun first two days! We are so excited about the energy our campers are bringing into the room, and we hope they keep it up. Their focus, enthusiasm, and willingness to jump into anything we throw at them has set a wonderful tone for the rest of camp. Rehearsals are picking up speed, castmates are becoming friends, and the show is already starting to take shape. Thank you for sending us such enthusiastic performers. As we move through camp, please read the newsletter in full each day. It carries important updates from the directors and a window into your camper's experience. Special note: please, no DoorDash or food delivery service throughout the camp day. Campers should bring a labeled lunch, snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day. With excitement,
Mr. Cimino-Johnson
Founder & Executive Director |
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🎟️ Tickets Are On Sale and Selling Fast!Tickets to our Shrek Jr. productions are on sale now and going quickly. All performances have assigned seats, so the earlier you buy, the better your seats. Confirm your camper's cast in HiSawyer before checkout.
🔴 Dream Cast • Fri 7/24 at 7:00 PM & Sat 7/25 at 7:00 PM
🟢 Enchanted Cast • Sat 7/25 at 1:00 PM & Sun 7/26 at 1:00 PM
🟣 Mythical Cast • Sat 7/25 at 4:00 PM & Sun 7/26 at 4:00 PM |
🎭️ New Second Performance We have added a second performance! If you would like to exchange your tickets from the first performance to the second one, please let us know by 5:00 PM on Tuesday. All tickets for the second performance will go on sale starting Wednesday at 10:00 AM. |
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🏷️ Name BadgesIf your student has brought home a name badge, please check the back to confirm all emergency information is correct. If anything needs updating, please let us know right away. Please also make sure your student brings their badge to camp every day. |
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📅 Tomorrow at Camp • Spirit DayWed 7/15 • Crazy Hair, Crazy Hat Day
Bring on the wild wigs, silly hats, and the wackiest hair you can style. The crazier, the better! |
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⭐ Director's CornerA few friendly reminders to help everything run smoothly: • Today we worked on choreography for Story of My Life, Duloc, and Big Bright Beautiful World, and learned music, choreography, and blocking for the first three scenes and three songs
• The students are amazing! Practice at home to feel most prepared
• Active listening and attentiveness help every rehearsal
• Wear closed-toe shoes or jazz shoes for safety, no Crocs
• Wear movement clothes, comfort is key for active days
• By Monday, July 20, campers should be off book, so please help them memorize their lines and lyrics
• Get off script as soon as possible. For memorizing, use flashcards or a buddy to help test lines
• Review blocking and choreography with the practice tracks and rehearsal videos in the drive |
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🎵 Rehearsal Tracks & Digital ScriptPractice at home anytime. Vocal tracks are available so campers can rehearse songs, and dance videos will be added throughout camp so they can review choreography. Digital Script: we have gone digital this year. While we will have some paper copies, we encourage campers to keep the script on their device throughout camp. Campers without a device will be provided a paper script. |
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 🏆 Junior Thespian FestivalThis year, 40 students will be invited to join our Junior Thespian Festival Troupe based on their participation and performance in Shrek Jr. These students will represent Broadway Bound at JTF Atlanta in January 2027, where they perform and compete with the musical Shrek Jr. It is one of the most exciting opportunities we offer, and a wonderful way to keep the magic going long after camp ends. |
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🪺 Health, Safety & Staying Connected | Katie Rivers is our Director of Health and Safety, now in her 12th year with Broadway Bound. For medication, allergies, or any wellbeing need, email info@novapa.org. |
Reaching us: text or call 571-571-2120 or email info@novapa.org during daytime business hours. Please route urgent matters through the office rather than contacting campers directly during the day. Daily photos go to our SmugMug gallery, and updates also come by email, social media, and the BAND app. Everything also lives on the Parent Info page. Need an answer right now? The Parent Info page has a built-in search feature and a live chat. For immediate assistance, use either one anytime. |
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🛍️ The Broadway Bound & NoVAPA Merch StoreShow your camp pride from the first day to closing night. Shop apparel, including our exclusive Drama Mama and Proud Papa parent tees ($30), at novapa.printful.me. |
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A Note From The Director 🌟 Keep That Energy Going! |
What a fun first two days! We are so excited about the energy our campers are bringing, and we hope they keep it up. See you at rehearsal tomorrow! |
Northern Virginia Performing Arts 18980 Upper Belmont Place, Leesburg, VA 20176
You are receiving this because your camper is enrolled in Broadway Bound Summer Camp. |
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