Welcome to Camp Rock - the ultimate camp for aspiring musicians (Camp Rock Anthem).  Mitchie Torres arrives and greets her friends from last summer (Brand New Day). Everyone is welcomed by Camp Rock's founder, Brown Cesario. Mitchie starts off Opening Jam with (This Is Me) and is joined by Connect 3 front man Shane Gray when he arrives with his brothers Nate and Jason. In spotlight-absorbing fashion, Tess Tyler takes the stage (Start the Party). The campers soon receive an invitation to visit the brand-new Camp Star, run by Brown's rival and former band mate, Axel Turner. Luke and the Star Campers perform a high-energy number (Fire), which overwhelms the Camp Rockers. Axel offers them a spot at Camp Star, and Tess immediately makes arrangements. Brown quickly shuttles the Camp Rockers back home to avoid further defections. Before they leave, Nate becomes smitten with Axel's daughter Dana, but is too shy to say anything.

Brown informs the campers that most of his staff took Axel's offer and Camp Rock will have to close immediately. Mitchie, devastated, calls her pals to action (Can't Back Down). Brown agrees to let Shane, Nate and Jason take over teaching the classes (Play My Music). Bolstered by their progress, the Camp Rockers challenge the Star Campers to a Final Jam showdown (It's On). Tess and Axel up the ante and offer to broadcast "Camp Wars" so viewers can vote for the winner. Brown is furious when he hears about the contest, but the Camp Rockers convince him they can do it. Mitchie starts working on their number and drives everyone to focus. Shane, Nate and Jason try to lighten the mood (Heart and Soul), but Mitchie makes everyone get right back to work. Spying from a distance, Tess misses how much fun she used to have at Camp Rock. As Mitchie and Shane fight about not spending time together, Nate sneaks across the lake to sing to Dana all the things he was too shy to say (Introducing Me).

The Camp Rockers want to improve their chances by making the Final Jam number a duet between Shane and Mitchie, but they first have to get them back together (Wouldn't Change a Thing). Camp Wars arrives and the Star Campers perform a flashy hi-tech number (Tear It Down). Intimidated, the Camp Rockers give it their best (What We Came Here For). Everyone's thrilled until they realize that Axel solicited votes outside the broadcast and Camp Star is announced as the winner. On the way back to Camp Rock, Brown expresses how proud he is of everyone, even if the camp has to close down (This Is Our Song). Suddenly, the phones start ringing from parents who saw the performance and want to send their kids to Camp Rock next summer! Joined now by several Camp Star defectors, including Tess and Dana, the Camp Rockers are thrilled to know they will be back for an even better summer next year (We Rock)!

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Does my child have to give up all other interests in order to be a part of your program?

What is the time commitment?

Rehearsals are every Saturday from January 1 through March 5, 2011. There will be extra Thursday & Friday rehearsals some weeks (see below). Less time is required for Junior Troupers unless an individual JT is cast in a principal role.

*Rehearsal times: Generally 9:30 to 4:00, but may vary depending on cast size and production requirements

*Rehearsal times will be modified as rehearsals progress.

Extra rehearsals will be scheduled on many Thursdays & Fridays (4:15-5:45) from January 20 through March 4. These rehearsals may include music, choreography and blocking. A rehearsal schedule will be provided after auditions and the cast has been selected.

You must commit to the MANDATORY Tech & Dress Rehearsals in full at Lakeshore High School as follows:

Sat - March 5 (8:30 - 4:00)

Sun - March 6 (1:00 -5:00 pm) - Although we are asking you to commit to this date, there may be no rehearsal March 6.

Mon thru Thur - March 7, 8, 9 & 10 (all 4:30-8:00 pm)

The following sums up the rehearsal schedule (subject to change):

Date	What	Time		Instructions	Where
Tue, Dec 28	Learn Music	1:00 - 3:00		Participation in all of these music rehearsals is not mandatory. Music can be learned by participating in some or all of these rehearsals. The more music rehearsls attended, the better the performer will be prepared for auditions.	The Chapel - 4250 Washington Ave., St. Joseph
Thurs, Dec 30	Learn Music	1:00 - 3:00
Saturday, Jan 1	Learn Music	1:00 - 4:00
Thurs, Jan 6	Learn Music	4:15 - 5:45
	Parent Orientation Meeting (for those who can't make the 8th)	5:15 - 5:45
Fri, Jan 7	Learn Music + some choreography	4:15 - 5:45
Saturday, Jan 8	Learn Music + Audition Teaching + some choreography ?	9:30 - 4:00			The Chapel
	Parent Orientation Meeting	10:00 - 10:45
Saturday, Jan 15	Auditions	9:30 - 4:00		Come prepared to audition and Bring Lunch	The Chapel
Saturdays, Jan 23 through Feb 26	Blocking & Choreography	TBD	TBD		The Chapel
Sat March 5 - Thurs March 10	Mandatory Rehearsals				Lakeshore High School

Auditions for principal parts will be January 15th during regular rehearsal times for both Super and Junior Troupers. Kids winning principal parts should be prepared to attend extra rehearsals -Thursdays & Fridays (4:15-5:45) from January 20 through March 4.

*Note: All Troupers in major roles and their parents will be asked to sign a contract in order to assure their attendance at extra rehearsals, mandatory rehearsals in entirety and performances.

• All Troupers must commit to being at all of the following in their entirety:
• MANDATORY Tech & Dress Rehearsals: Sat - March 5 (8:30-4:00), Sun - March 6 (1:00-5:00), Mon thru Thurs Mar 7, 8, 9 & 10 (all 4:30-8:00 pm)
March 11, 12 & 13, 2011
Please do not register your child if they will fail to attend any one of these MANDATORY rehearsals & performances in full.

*Times and location are subject to variations based on the availability of the rehearsal (church) space. See Rehearsal Calendar

Many questions can be answered easily and promptly through email! doug@dougskidsonstage.com

Parent Orientation Meeting - January 8th at 10:00 am. It will last approx. 45 minutes. The meeting will include specific information about the current production, how to help your child audition, what happens during rehearsals, what happens during mandatory rehearsals, and other general information.

Will my child get the lead role? (This question is from all you “stage parents”):

Kids On Stage accepts performers at every level.  All you have to do to be in the show is to sign up (until class size is full)! We do not guarantee the “spotlight” for every child, but we do guarantee they will be on stage as much as is possible within the limitations of the show.  Our goal is not to raise up the next American Idol or Oscar winner, but to help performers grow incrementally from where they start.

While there are abundant roles in Disney's Camp Rock the Musical, principal roles must be "earned" by audition as part of the rehearsal process. We believe that auditioning in front of their peers and the directors gives kids experience and confidence to face their fears of public speaking/singing. While they may not earn a principal role the first time they audition, it is a process that helps develop confidence and which builds on itself every time they audition.

Cast of Characters for Camp Rock the Musical

• (Not Yet Available)

Auditions will be held Saturday, January 15th during rehearsal.   Yes! During rehearsal (stage parents are asked to go shopping during this time). Those earning a principal role should be prepared to attend a few extra rehearsals on Thursdays and Fridays.

Where do you Rehearse and Perform?

Rehearsals are at The Chapel (Multi Purpose Room), 4250 Washington Ave., St. Joseph, just south of Glenlord Rd .

Performances are held at Lakeshore High school Auditorium in Stevensville.

Yes!!!! Many Parents (and grandparents) have found their true calling working behind the scenes.  Please fill out your areas of interest at the bottom of the registration form, call Jeri at 269-313-2796 OR fill out and send the VOLUNTEER PAGE on our website: www.dougskidsonstage.com OR print and fill out the Volunteer Form and bring it to the parent meeting on January 8th 10:00 am.

Also, we usually ask you to help with your child's costume, but we give you lots of help and instructions.

Do you need my email address so you can answer questions and communicate with us?

Registration Fees and policies are on the registration form. Please read the ENTIRE form. Also, there is an EARLY BIRD discount if you register before December 15, 2010.

In addition to the Registration Fee, other expenses to expect:

1. Optional Tee shirt fee of $15
2. Official Disney rehearsal CD for $15 (added to registration)
3. Optional Student Book with Songs and Dialogue
4. Optional Chorus Book with Songs (no dialogue)
5. Costume expense for your child (KOS works with you on this)
6. Tickets for the performance
7. Optional photos
8. Donations of food to the concession stand
9. Optional Video of the performance
10. Participation in fundraisers for the KOS scholarship fund.

Scholarships are available. Just call Doug and ask! 269-313-2795. All scholarships are provided by our Volunteers doing fundraisers such as our concession stand. All we ask from our Scholarship recipients is that you volunteer in some capacity and there are plenty of opportunities!