Musical Theatre Workshop

July 7-17, 2025 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 gain 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 7-17, 2025
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.

Immersion 2 Resident Move-In/Move-Out

Move-in for Resident students is Sunday, July 6.

Resident students can move out on either of the following dates:

  • Thursday, July 17 (after 5pm)
  • Friday, July 18 (before 11am)

Tuition

Residential: $3,665.00 (2024 rate; 2025 rate will be available by December 15)
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: $2,715.00 (2024 rate; 2025 rate will be available by December 15)
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.

Apply

Application deadlines:

Course and housing: April 15, 2025; course only: May 15, 2025. Please note that admission decisions are rolling until the class is full, and course caps are around 20 students. Apply by April 1, 2025 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.

If you are applying for housing, a brief letter of recommendation from a guidance counselor, coach, instructor, or supervisor, attesting to your maturity and responsibility as a student is required.

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!