Musical Theatre Workshop

July 6-16, 2026 Lincoln Center

Non-Credit Course

Developed in partnership with Fordham University's outstanding Theatre department, Fordham Summer Theatre Workshop will enable students with a passion for the stage to do what they love while learning to navigate a career in theatre. With instruction from our globally acclaimed faculty, students will learn how to strengthen their acting technique, playfully craft the song, increase vocal freedom, challenge existing dance techniques, and augment storytelling skills. Students will leave the program with stronger skills in all areas, valuable professional insights, and crucial performance confidence.

Skills/Learning Outcomes

Students will get to:

  • Refine their talent with professional-level training in Musical Theatre.
  • Learn about the business as well as the artistic sides of acting.
  • Work with esteemed, internationally-recognized professionals to identify and build their strengths and break through challenges.
  • Hone their skills in song, scene, and dance to secure coveted spots on stage and in college.
  • Perform their numbers in a group share at the end of the course.

Course Schedule

10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. - Dance
11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. - Vocal technique and acting exercises
12:45 p.m -1:30 p.m. - Lunch
1:30 p.m.-4 p.m. - Musical Theatre

Course Details

Musical Theatre Workshop 
July 6-16, 2026
9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Lincoln Center campus
Instructor: Julie Boyd

Course Number: SULA 0166 LP1
CRN: 16487

This non-credit course is open to high school students only.

For residents, free transportation will be available daily via the Ram Van at 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Our Faculty

Julie Boyd

Julie Boyd

Director

Alexander Tom

Musical Theatre Workshop

Danielle Amedeo

Vocal Technique

Michele Lee headshot with a vibrant yellow background

Michele Lee

Dance

David Gaines

David Gaines

Musical Director

Tuition

Residential: $4,395.00*
Tuition for the residential program includes the course, course materials, housing, meals, and excursions in and outside of class. Move-in is Sunday afternoon, the day before classes begin. Please click here for a more detailed calendar of important dates.

Commuter: $3,195.00*
Tuition for commuters includes the course, course materials, lunches, and excursions in and outside of class. Additional meals are available on a pay-as-you-go basis.

Students may wish to bring funds for incidentals, shopping at the Fordham Bookstore, souvenirs, and any personal items they wish to purchase.

*These charges include estimated meal and/or residency charges. Final rates will be available in December 2025.

Apply

Application deadlines:

Course and housing: May 1, 2026; course only: May 29, 2026. Please note that admission decisions are rolling until the class is full, and course caps are around 20 students. Apply by April 1, 2026 to be considered for a limited number of need-based discounts. We recommend early application.

Application Requirements: this non-credit course is open to high school students who have completed their first year. The course is recommended for those with a 3.0 or better. No prior experience with the subject matter is required.

To apply, you will need a copy of your high school transcript and your fall report card if the grades are not reflected on your transcript.

Please make note of the course details above because you will select your course as part of your application.

Apply

If you are not ready to apply, you can sign up to stay informed about the Fordham Summer Leaders Academy too, or email us with questions!

Immersion 2 Resident Move-In/Move-Out

Date  Resident Information
June 12 All medical forms and consents due
July 5 Move-in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., all Immersion 2 students 
July 11 Move-out between 6 and 9 p.m., Immersion 2 One-Week students
July 17 Move-out before 10 a.m., Immersion 2 Two-Week students

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