Fly to new heights in the summer of 2025 with our Peter Pan Now Summer Musical Theater Camp! Guided by industry professionals Jeremy Kruse, author of The Young Actor’s Handbook, and renowned director Madison Kisst, celebrated for her acclaimed production of The Wizard of Oz and We Will Rock You, you’ll have the chance to learn from some of the best in the business. This camp welcomes all skill levels, so whether you’re an experienced performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, you’ll find a supportive, creative environment that nurtures growth and collaboration.

Peter Pan Now, written by Jeremy Kruse, is an adaptation of J.M Barrie’s story, Peter Pan. This comedic and dramatic contemporary take on the original play was workshopped at Gorton Drama Studio in the winter of 2024 and will receive its premiere at the John and Nancy Hughes Theater this summer. The show includes original songs by Broadway’s Matt Mueller.

Campers will dive into daily classes covering acting, singing, dancing, and audition techniques, all designed to build the essentials of performance. Everyone will audition and be cast in Peter Pan Now. Rehearsals will be held throughout camp, culminating in four exciting performances, two of which will be attended by groups from local camps and community organizations, creating a vibrant and diverse audience.

Actors interested in building leadership skills will also have the unique opportunity to assist in leading some of the workshops, allowing them to share their expertise and passion with their fellow campers. After the final performance, celebrate your journey with an exclusive cast party alongside new friends.

Don’t miss this opportunity to bring the magic of Peter Pan to life on stage, develop your talents, and be part of a truly unforgettable experience! Enroll now to secure your spot in this summer’s premier theatrical adventure.

Ages 7-14

Check out footage from Gorton Drama Studio’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.”

Dates:

• Week 1 – July 7 – July 11
  • 9am to 3pm
• Week 2 – July 14 – July 18 
  • 9am to 3pm
• Week 3 – July 21 – July 25
  • 9am to 3pm
• Week 4 – July 28, July 29, July 30
  • Dress Rehearsal, two 11am (respectively) performances for other local camps and groups. 
• Week 4 – July 31 and August 1 
  • 6pm performances for the general public. 

About Our Artistic Director:

Jeremy Kruse, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor, published playwright, award-winning screenwriter, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting, Comedic Improvisation, Sketch Comedy Writing, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 

Director, Madison Kisst is an actor, director, and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre, voice and movement, and devising. As an actor, some of her credits include: American Repertory Theater, Lyric Repertory Company, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville, Utah Shakespeare Festival, Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Nevada Conservatory Theater, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance.