The Little Mermaid, Jr.

Dive into a magical underwater world in The Little Mermaid Jr.! Follow Ariel, the adventurous young mermaid, as she dreams of leaving her ocean home — and her fins — behind to explore the world above! Along the way, with the help of her friends Flounder and Sebastian, she must navigate the rules of her father, King Triton, outwit the scheming sea witch Ursula, and win the heart of the dashing Prince Eric with her enchanting voice.

This two-week, full-day camp (ages 10–17) takes the focus away from the spectacle, and keeps it on growing acting technique, vocal skills, and stage presence, all while preparing a musical production filled with memorable characters! Featuring classics such as “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Poor Unfortunate Souls,” students will develop their confidence, teamwork, and performance skills along the way.

The adventure culminates in a final presentation on August 22nd (Saturday) at 1:30pm for friends and family — a showcase that will enchant audiences from sea to shore! Each camper will also be given a show-themed t-shirt.

PLEASE NOTE: This class caps at 20 students

FULL SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN:

August 10 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Monday)

August 11 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Tuesday)

August 12 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Wednesday)

August 13 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Thursday)

August 14 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Friday)

August 17 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Monday)

August 18 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Tuesday)

August 19 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Wednesday)

August 20 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Thursday)

August 21 – 9:30am – 3:30pm (Friday)

August 22 – 9:00am – 1:00pm (rehearsal and lunch), 1:30pm – 3:00pm (performance) (Saturday)

ABOUT BETHANY DELLAPOLLA (Director of Education and Community Outreach):

Bethany is an actress, director, choreographer, intimacy director (IDC Professionals), acting coach, and teaching artist based in NYC and Long Island. She received her BA in Musical Theatre Performance from SUNY New Paltz, where she was named one of the Outstanding Graduates of her class. She also graduated (with honors), from LIU with her Masters Degree in Childhood Education. Teaching and coaching credits include: Broadway Dance Center (Triple Threat Program), Gateway Playhouse (Acting Faculty/Director/Choreographer), Pierson Middle High School (Resident Director/Choreographer), TADA! Youth Theatre (Director/Choreographer), Westhampton Beach PAC (Choreographer), and NexGen Youth Theatre, her own youth theatre company based in NYC (www.nexgentheatre.com). She has been fortunate to direct and/or choreograph over 50+ shows for adults and young performers, such as: The Addams Family, Freaky Friday, The Lightning Thief, Cinderella, The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Into the Woods, The Little Mermaid, Rent, The Prom, Company, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Wedding Singer, Spring Awakening, Cabaret, Anything Goes, Annie, Wizard of Oz, Seussical, Beauty and the Beast Jr., Willy Wonka, 13!, Fame, Zombie Prom, and The World Goes Round. Bethany’s students have gone on to book Broadway, Off Broadway, regional productions, TV/Film, and be accepted into top collegiate training programs. As an actress, Bethany has performed in everything from independent film to radio and theatre, what she considers her home. Favorite credits include: Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast (BroadwayWorld.com nomination – Best Actress in a Musical), Steph in Reasons to Be Pretty (Broadwayworld.com nomination – Best Actress in a Play), and the Fairy Godmother in a touring production of Cinderella. She is a proud SAG-AFTRA member, ballroom dancer, and book nerd. 

Email bdellapolla@baystreet.org