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2020

SUMMER ACADEMIC EXPERIENCES

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Interactive workshops and activities led by experts in the field

Inspiring talks that will give you an advantage in your

university application

Excursions and day trips to inspire and inform

your interests

Lectures Workshops Trips

Our programs combine:

A range of activities to help you relax and make friends

Activities

During the summer months CATS Academy Boston welcomes students from across the globe to

participate in our a range of summer programs, in our state-of-the-art campus, located in the

academic heart of the USA.

Whatever your interests, we offer a range of summer programs to help you develop your knowledge of

specific subjects, universities, careers and gain an insight into the American education system whilst taking

part in fun, educational activities and excursions.

3 SUMMER IN THE USA

4 STUDY IN THE USA

6 IVY LEAGUE PROGRAM

8 STEM PROGRAM

10 CODING CAMP

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IN THE USA

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OUR ACADEMIC SUMMER COURSESBuild your own experience, combine programs to your desired length of study and interestsCATS Academy Boston is

located in the world's No.1 university city*

Best in the worldBoston has four distinct seasons,

including a hot summer with highs of above 26°C

Hot summer weather

CATS Academy Boston offers state-of-the-art

facilities from science labs to art studios and

fully-catered modern en-suite accommodation.

You will have the opportunity to make friends with

like-minded students from around the world.

Our staff are experts when it comes to supporting

international students and will quickly help you

settle into life in the USA.

Throughout your time with us, you will be treated

as a young adult. Our houseparents are available

24 hours per day to provide the support and

nurturing you need to thrive.

IN THE ACADEMIC HEART OF AMERICA

American life and cultureSpend the summer

living the American dream

Our campus offers:

Comfortableclassrooms

Laundry services

En-suite bedrooms

Wifi across campus

Fully-catered canteen

Sports facilities

Common areas

University standard science labs

On-sitemedical center

WEEK COMMENCING (SUNDAY) 12 JUL 2020 19 JUL 2020 26 JUL 2020 2 AUG 2020

STEM Program

Ivy League Program

Coding Camp

“STUDYING IN BOSTON OFFERS SO MUCH OPPORTUNITY. I'M NEAR

HARVARD, MIT, BOSTON COLLEGE AND BOSTON UNIVERSITY”

Mia from Vietnam studied STEM and Ivy League summer programs, in 2018 she started the High School Diploma in Grade 11

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Fenway Park Harvard Boston Harbour

*Times Higher Education 2018

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What will you achieve?

You will:

• learn the strategies needed to get a competitive score

for TOEFL and SAT

• practice your English language abilities to compete

with native applicants to top US universities

• learn how to optimize your application including

resume building and essay writing skills

• speak directly with university admissions counselors

• develop lifelong relationships with people from all

over the world

• learn about life at a university, and what it takes to be

successful on campus.

Who is this program for?

If you are looking to understand the exciting

variety of undergraduate options available in the

US, this program is the one for you. Hands on

practice for entrance exams, confidence training

and practical paperwork knowledge will give you

the edge needed to obtain admission to a top

university. Come and join us this summer to start

your journey to your dream school!

Age 14-17

Language level requirements TOEFL 65+ (IELTS 5.0+)

Maximum class size 14

Availability Arrival

Sunday 12 Jul

Sunday 26 Jul

Departure

Sunday 26 Jul

Sunday 9 Aug

Boarding program fee $4,150*

Day program fee $13001

Quick facts

PREPARE FOR TOP U.S. UNIVERSITIES

TIMETABLE HIGHLIGHTSDuring the Ivy League Program you will learn what it takes to progress to a top-ranked university in the U.S.

You will gain an understanding of university entrance exams, and meet students from world class institutions such

as Harvard and MIT. Through excursions and workshops such as College Fairs, sight-seeing, and campus tours, you

can explore the fun and fabled history of the education capital of the world.

Timetables are subject to change. We reserve the right to change these schedules without prior notice.

Price includes accommodation, food and airport transfers. Additional fees of $50 upon arrival and $100 upon departure will applyto requests for unaccompanied minor services.

WEEK 1 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

8AM

TOEFL Speaking and

writing

TOEFL Listening and

reading

TOEFL Grammar and

vocabulary

TOEFL Time and

stress management

TOEFL Practice test with tailored

feedback

Full day of trips and

excursions e.g. local activity

centers, shopping and local points of

interest




interest

9AM

10AM

11AM

12PMLunch

1PM

Freedom Trail and Quincy

Market

Choosing your path:

your college/university

and your test scores

Harvard Tour and Natural

History Museum

Study skills: Applying

confidence and competence in academic

environments

Newbury Street, Skywalk

Observation, Copley Square

2PM

3PM

4PM Free time and dinner


8AM

SAT Question analysis

SATReading analysis

SAT Active

reading

SATEssay skills

SAT Simulation

and personalized

study anaylsisFull day of trips and



interest




interest

9AM

10AM

11AM

12PMLunch

1PM

Salem and Witch Museum

Financial planning and scholarships

MIT tour and the Science

Museum

Essay and applications

USS Constitution,

North End and Bunker Hill

2PM

3PM

College fair


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Price includes lunches and weekday activities. Students who wish to board with us will be required to pay $4,150.

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You will:

• learn how science, technology, engineering and

math work in the real world

• build teamwork and project management skills

• learn how to build and program electronics and

apply your knowledge by completing a Wearable

Technology project

• learn how to use open-source technology to

develop and practise coding skills

• visit local STEM institutions.


Explore ideas, experiment with materials, and

build your own devices in the CATS Innovation Lab

on campus such as robots, wearable technology

and rockets.

At CATS Academy, the city of Boston will be an

extension of your classroom. You will meet local

artisans, engineers, scientists and entrepreneurs

to enhance your learning. This program will

inspire you to apply your knowledge of Science,

Technology, Engineering and Math.

Age 14-17




Sunday 12 Jul

Sunday 19 Jul

Sunday 26 Jul

Sunday 2 Aug

Departure

Sunday 19 Jul

Sunday 26 Jul

Sunday 2 Aug

Sunday 9 Aug

Boarding program fee $2,075* per week

Day program fee $6501 per week

Quick facts

DEVELOP YOUR CREATIVITY

TIMETABLE HIGHLIGHTSGet a taste of STEM education in the U.S. Enjoy a range of creative projects to solve real-life problems such as

Do-It-Yourself Electronics, Wearable Technology, and the study of Projectile Motion. Choose a one or two-week

program and combine it with one of our other fantastic summer courses.

Timetables are subject to change. We reserve the right to change these schedules without prior notice

WEEK 1/3 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

8AM

Welcome/get-to-know-you and bridge

introduction

Bridge testing and reflection

Logic puzzles/brain teasers Creative

problem solving: plan,

deliver and reflect

Logic puzzles/brain teasers/open

discussion




interest




interest

9AM

10AM

11AM

Week 3Harvard trip

Week 1Harvard trip

Week 3Outdoor activity

12PMLunch

1PM Week 1Marine

Biological LaboratoryBridge

building time

Creative problem solving:

learn and plan

Ocean documentary - Blue Planet/

coral reefs

2PM Week 1Free time in Cambridge

Week 3Marine

Biological Laboratory

3PM


WEEK 2/4 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

8AM

Projectile Motion Lab:

Learn & build

Logic puzzles/Brain teasers DIY electronics

intro

DIY electronics build

Logic puzzles/brain teasers/

discussion




interest




interest

9AM

10AM

More building! Week 2

New England Aquarium

Week 4

Museum of Science

11AM

MIT tour

12PMLunch

1PM

Free time in Cambridge

near MIT

Projectile Motion Lab:

FIRE!

DIY electronics build

Diy electronics presentation

2PMWeek 4

IMAX Film

3PMWeek 2

Codzilla!

4PM Free time and dinnerPrice includes lunches and weekday activities. Students who wish to board with us will be required to pay $2,075 per week.

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Age 14-17




Sunday 19 Jul

Sunday 26 Jul

Departure

Sunday 26 Jul

Sunday 2 Aug

Boarding program fee $2,075* per week

Day program fee $6501 per week

EXPLORE MODERN TECHNOLOGY


You will:

• learn the basics of web design

• learn the basics of Java

• learn how to use professional design software

• learn how programming is used in the real world

• explore video game design

• create your own video game

• visit top U.S. universities including MIT.


For students who have a natural curiosity about

the world and an interest in modern technology

and applications. Explore ideas, experiment with

materials, and build your own devices while on

field trips and on campus. You will also meet local

artisans, engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs,

whilst exploring the city of Boston.

Quick facts

TIMETABLE HIGHLIGHTSThrough this program, you will develop your knowledge of computer programming, website design, design

software and video game design through the use of modern technology. You will learn how coding is used in

the real world whilst exploring the city of Boston and top U.S. universities. Choose a one or two-week program

and combine it with one of our other fantastic summer courses.

Timetables are subject to change. We reserve the right to change these schedules without prior notice


8AM

Welcome program and

design ice breaker

Website reflections

The basics of Java

Basic video game design

Discussion about the

week’s topics




interest




interest

9AM

10AMCreate a basic

video game11AM

12PM Lunch

MIT tour

1PM Design software

The basics of web design

How computers

work and what computing

means

Indie game: The movie

2PM Real-world programming

Free time in Cambridge3PM



8AM

Welcome program and

design ice breaker

Conditionals and loops

The basics of classes

Arrays and 2D arrays

Discussion about the

week’s topics




interest




interest

9AM

10AMBringing code

together11AM

12PM Lunch

MIT tour

1PM How to make objects

The basics of Java

Coding Practice

Atari: Game Over

2PM Real-world programming

Free time in Cambridge3PM


Price includes lunches and weekday activities. Students who wish to board with us will be required to pay $2,075 per week.

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Visit catsacademyboston.com to apply online

Contact our Admissions TeamT: + 44 (0) 1223 345 698E: [email protected]

@CATS Academy Boston

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Summer School

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ContentsSummer Music Program 6Music Theory, Technology & Production 8

Summer Theater Program 14Performance 16Production 20Performance & Production Combined 24

Art & Design Program 30Textiles & Fashion Design 32Illustration & Comics 36

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Looking for something fun to do over the summer and want to make friends?

At Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts we offer a range of fun and interactive summer courses ranging from 1 to 3 weeks, or if you want to come for longer, combine a

number of subject areas together and spend the summer with us!

NB: the 1 week subjects, course content is generally the same each week.

Become the artist you want

to be

DO YOU HAVE AN INTEREST IN ART

AND DESIGN OR THE PERFORMING ARTS AND

WANT TO SPEND TIME DEVELOPING YOUR

SKILLS WITH OTHER PEOPLE YOUR AGE?

WEEK COMMENCING (SUNDAY) 12 JUL 19 JUL 26 JUL 2 AUG

Music Theory, Technology & Production (1 week)

Summer Theater: Performance (3 weeks)

Summer Theater: Production (3 weeks)

Summer Theater: Combined (3 weeks)

Textiles & Fashion Design (2 weeks)

Illustration & Comics (2 weeks)

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CSVPA BOSTON SUMMER PROGRAM OFFERS A ONE WEEK

MUSIC INTENSIVE PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS LOOKING TO ENHANCE THEIR MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS. MUSIC THEORY AS WELL

AS MUSIC TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCTION WILL BE OFFERED

AND ARE AIMED TOWARDS STUDENTS WHO ARE LOOKING TO PURSUE MUSIC PROFESSIONALLY.

THESE COURSES WILL COVER MUSIC OF MANY DIFFERENT ERAS

AND GENRES TO SHOW HOW POPULAR MUSIC HAS EVOLVED

INTO WHAT WE KNOW TODAY.

Summer Music

Program

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MUSIC THEORY, TECHNOLOGY &

PRODUCTION

THIS PROGRAM ALLOWS YOU TO EXPLORE ASPECTS SUCH AS RHYTHM, MELODY, HARMONY,

SCALES, TONAL SYSTEMS, INTERVALS, AND EAR TRAINING. YOU WILL ALSO FOCUS ON CREATING

MUSIC ELECTRONICALLY, WHICH IS UNIVERSALLY APPLICABLE TO THE CREATION OF EVERY MUSICAL

GENRE TODAY. THIS PROGRAM CAN GIVE YOU A HUGE ADVANTAGE WHEN APPLYING TO MUSIC UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES AND THROUGH

THIS WEEK-LONG CLASS STUDENTS WILL CREATE NUMEROUS COMPOSITIONS IN DIFFERING GENRES.

LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS The Music Theory, Technology and Production course will be taught by Skip Lewan who graduated Magna Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music. Skip has worked

with award-winning composer Yuval Ron, on the Color Therapy project by Samsung, and has composed original scores for award-winning films. He is a member of the

Boston-based vocal group Green Line X-Tension as well as the pianist at the King’s Chapel in downtown Boston.

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY In today’s music industry it is rare to find an artist who writes all of their own music,

and with the innovations in music technology, new genres of music and ways of composition have emerged. This class will analyze and explore some of these changes

and how they have affected the music we listen to today. Students will use Logic Pro, a music industry standard program, to create music in many different genres.

EXPLORE THE MUSIC INDUSTRY In this class students will analyze music from many different genres to identify

techniques and methods used in both composition and production.

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: Rhythm, melody, harmony, scales, tonal systems, intervals, ear training, composition,

orchestration, mixing, mastering, and sequencing.

DATES AVAILABLE: • Sunday 26th July 2020 to Sunday 2nd August 2020

• Sunday 2nd August 2020 to Sunday 9th August 2020

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MUSIC THEORY

ORCHESTRATIONStudents will learn about instrumentation, transposition, scoring and arranging.

COMPOSITIONStudents will create melody, harmony, rhythm.

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY & PRODUCTION

ORCHESTRATIONStudents will learn about instrumentation, transposition, scoring and arranging.

COMPOSITIONStudents will create melody, harmony, rhythm.

SEQUENCING AND MIXINGStudents will learn these skills with the digital music composition program Logic Pro.

SUBJECTS

Day 9:00–12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–16:00

MUSIC THEORY

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MUSIC TECHNOLOGY & PRODUCTION

Monday Harmony Composition

Tuesday Scales Orchestration

Wednesday Tonal systems Mixing

Thursday Intervals Mastering

Friday Rhythm Sequencing

Saturday Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest

Sunday Transfers and departures

This sample timetable is illustrative and is subject to change. We reserve the right to amend this schedule without prior notice.

SAMPLE TIMETABLE

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HOW TO APPLYFace to face via your Education Agent

Online www.catsacademyboston.com/summer2020Email [email protected] +44 (0) 1223 345698

WHO IS IT FOR? THE COURSE IS AIMED AT ANY STUDENT

AGED 14 TO 17 YEARS WHO IS INTERESTED IN MUSIC

COMPLETION OF THE COURSE CAN ENABLE PROGRESSION ON TO OUR TWO YEAR HIGH SCHOOL

DIPLOMA FOUNDATION*.

ABOUT THE WEEKLY PROGRAMS

1 week practical and social program aimed at students aged 14 years+

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: IELTS 4.0 or TOEFL 50

MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE: 10 students

ACCOMMODATION: en-suite room

Meals are included (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Saturday excursions are included in the fees with pack lunch provided

BOARDING PROGRAM FEE: $2,075 per week (includes airport transfers & registration fee)

DAY PROGRAM FEE: $650 per week (includes lunches and weekday activities)

*Subject to meeting minimum entry requirements

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Summer Theater Program

HAVE YOU EVER SEEN A BROADWAY MUSICAL AND WONDERED WHAT

IT’S LIKE TO BE ON STAGE OR HOW IN THE WORLD THEY MAKE

THE INCREDIBLE SET PIECES AND LIGHTING? JOIN US FOR A SUMMER

THEATER INTENSIVE TO EXPLORE THE INS AND OUTS OF BROADWAY. FINE TUNE YOUR AUDITION PIECES,

DEVELOP AN ACTOR’S TOOLBOX AND EXPLORE THE CREATIVE AND CONSTRUCTIVE PROCESS BEHIND

THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR MUSIC THEATER. AND TO CAP IT ALL OFF, TAKE PART IN A PROFESSIONAL

QUALITY MUSICAL PRODUCTION.

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PERFORMANCEFOR THOSE WHO WANT TO BE IN THE SPOTLIGHT.

STUDENTS WILL ATTEND MUSIC/VOICE, MOVE/DANCE, AND ACTING CLASSES IN THE MORNING

LED BY PROFESSIONALS IN THE FIELD. THEY WILL REHEARSE IN THE AFTERNOON FOR A FULLY REALIZED

PERFORMANCE ON THE LAST DAY OF CAMP.

LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS Students will receive personal instruction from experienced professional

directors, dancers, actors, and music directors from the greater Boston area.

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY Students will work on audition pieces to add to their portfolio, and develop

techniques for self-marketing and promotion. They will learn the importance and impact of social networking and how best to use it as a tool for developing a

personal brand.

EXPLORE THE BROADWAY MUSICAL THEATER INDUSTRY Students will learn the steps required to make it on to a Broadway stage. They will

look at the history of Broadway and gain an understanding of the many moving parts in the massive capitalist machine that is for-profit theater in the USA.

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: Spoken voice, singing voice, movement, dance and acting.


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Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00

Monday Voice/Music Movement/Dance Acting

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Rehearsal

Tuesday Movement/Dance Acting Voice/Music

Wednesday Acting Voice/Music Movement/Dance

Thursday Voice/Music Movement/Dance Acting

Friday Movement/Dance Acting Voice/Music


Sunday Full day of trips and excursions e.g. local activity centers, shopping and local points of interest

Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00

Monday Voice/Music Move/Dance Acting

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Rehearsal







Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00


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Rehearsal

Tuesday Movement/Dance Acting Voice/Music Rehearsal

Wednesday Tech Tech Tech Tech

Thursday Tech Tech Tech Tech

Friday Dress Rehearsal Dress Rehearsal

Saturday Final performance



WEEK 1

WEEK 2

WEEK 3

VOICE/MUSICStudents will explore linklater voice technique as well as proper breath

support, diction, and vocal placement. The students will then be individually coached on appropriate selections from Broadway musicals.

ACTING

Students will look at the methods of several well known acting teachers, namely Meisner, Addler, and Stanislavski. They will then apply these

techniques to scene and monologue work.

MOVEMENT/DANCEStudents will explore literal and abstract movement through Laban Sapes. They will learn basic dance moves from a variety of common music theater

styles. They will learn and practice the choreography necessary for the Musical.

APPLY WHAT YOU’VE LEARNED Students will participate in a full production of a musical. They will

be part of the process from start to finish and experience what a rehearsal process is like in professional theater. They will perform on a professionally

designed and constructed set in front of their peers.

SUBJECTS

SAMPLE TIMETABLE

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PRODUCTION

FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO MOVE THE SPOTLIGHT. STUDENTS WILL HELP WITH THE DESIGN AND

CONSTRUCTION OF THE SET, COSTUMES, PROPS AND LIGHTS FOR THE MUSICAL. THEY WILL LEARN HOW TO

SAFELY USE THE TOOLS OF THE TRADE BOTH IN THE SHOP AND IN THE COMPUTER LAB. THEY WILL ATTEND

REHEARSALS IN THE AFTERNOON TO IMPLEMENT THEIR DESIGN WITH THE ACTORS.


directors, designers and technical directors from the greater Boston area.

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY Students will look at the vast range of positions necessary for the production

of a Broadway musical . They will hone in on an area of interest and apply the necessary skills to the final production.

EXPLORE THE BROADWAY MUSICAL THEATER INDUSTRY Students will learn the steps required to make it on to a Broadway stage-crew.

They will look at the history of Broadway and gain an understanding of the many moving parts in the massive capitalist machine that is for-profit theater

in the USA.

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: Drafting, light design, set design, carpentry, minor electrics, model making, and

sound engineering


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SAMPLE TIMETABLE

Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00

Monday Design Construction

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RehearsalTech

Tuesday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Wednesday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Thursday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Friday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech



Day 9:00–12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00

Monday Construction

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Rehearsal

Tuesday Construction Rehearsal

Wednesday Tech Tech

Thursday Tech Tech

Friday Dress Rehearsal Dress Rehearsal




WEEK 1

WEEK 3

Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00


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RehearsalTech

Tuesday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Wednesday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Thursday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech

Friday Design ConstructionRehearsalTech



WEEK 2

CONSTRUCTIONIn Construction students will build and paint the set to

be used for the musical. They will learn basic construction techniques and be introduced to a variety of tools. They will learn

how to hang, focus, and program theatrical lighting.

REHEARSALRehearsal will be a time for production to meet performance. Any

student that wishes to appear on stage will be given part. They will receive staging instructions for the Director and work on dances and musical

numbers with the Choreographer and Music Director Those that do not wish to perform will use this time to program light and sound cues for the show as well as construct costumes and props with instruction form the

Technical Director.

DESIGNIn this program students will create their own theater designs

for the musical. They will develop a concept board and build a ¼”scale model of their set. The class will culminate with

students pitching their designs to a hypothetical theater company.

SUBJECTS

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directors, dancers, actors, music directors, designers and technical directors from the greater Boston area.

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY Students will work on audition pieces to add to their portfolio, and develop

techniques for self-marketing and promotion. They will learn the importance and impact of social networking and how best to use it as a tool for developing a

personal brand.

Students will also look at the vast range of positions necessary for the production of a Broadway musical and hone an area of interest and apply the

necessary skills to the final production.

EXPLORE THE BROADWAY MUSICAL THEATER INDUSTRY Students will learn the steps required to make it on to a Broadway stage. They will

look at the history of Broadway and gain an understanding of the many moving parts in the massive capitalist machine that is for-profit theater in the USA.

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: Spoken voice, singing voice, movement, dance, acting, drafting, light design, set

design, carpentry, minor electrics, model making, and sound engineering.


PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION

COMBINED

FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO TRY IT ALL. STUDENTS WILL ALTERNATE EVERY OTHER DAY BETWEEN

PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTION CLASSES AND ATTEND REHEARSALS IN THE AFTERNOON. THIS IS FOR STUDENTS WHO WISH TO PERFORM, BUT ARE

ALSO INTERESTED IN THE BACKSTAGE ELEMENTS OF A BROADWAY PRODUCTION.

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SAMPLE TIMETABLE

SUBJECTS Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00


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Rehearsal

Tuesday Design Construction


Thursday Design Construction




Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00


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Rehearsal


Wednesday Design Construction


Friday Design Construction



Day 9:00–10:00 10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–15:00


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Rehearsal

Tuesday Construction Rehearsal

Wednesday Tech Tech Tech Tech

Thursday Tech Tech Tech Tech

Friday Tech Tech Tech Dress Rehearsal




WEEK 1

WEEK 2

WEEK 3

VOICE/MUSICStudents will explore linklater voice technique as well as proper breath support, diction, and vocal placement. The students will then be individually coached on

appropriate selections from Broadway musicals.

ACTINGStudents will look at the methods of several well known acting teachers, namely Meisner, Addler, and Stanislavski. They will then apply these techniques to scene

and monologue work.

MOVEMENT/DANCEStudents will explore literal and abstract movement through Laban Sapes. They

will learn basic dance moves from a variety of common music theater styles. They will learn and practice the choreography necessary for the Musical.

CONSTRUCTIONIn Construction students will build and paint the set to be used for the musical. They will learn basic construction techniques and be introduced to a variety of

tools. They will learn how to hang, focus, and program theatrical lighting.

REHEARSALRehearsal will be a time for production to meet performance. Any student that wishes to appear on stage will be given part. They will receive staging

instructions for the Director and work on dances and musical numbers with the Choreographer and Music Director Those that do not wish to perform will

use this time to program light and sound cues for the show as well as construct costumes and props with instruction form the Technical Director.

DESIGNIn this program students will create their own theater designs for the musical. They will develop a concept board and build a ¼”scale model of their set. The

class will culminate with students pitching their designs to a hypothetical theater company.

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AGED 14 TO 17 YEARS WHO IS INTERESTED IN PERFORMING.



ABOUT THE PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMS

3 week practical and social program aimed at students 14 years+






BOARDING PROGRAM FEE: $6,225 (includes airport transfers & registration fee)

DAY PROGRAM FEE: $1,950 (includes lunches and weekday activities)




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Art & DesignSummer School

OVER THE COURSE OF THE SUMMER WE OFFER A RANGE

OF ART AND DESIGN SUBJECTS THAT WILL GIVE YOU A BROAD

INTRODUCTION TO THE SUBJECT AREA, WHILST INTRODUCING

YOU TO A RANGE OF MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES. YOU CAN JOIN US OVER THE SUMMER AND BOOK YOURSELF ONTO

ONE WEEK OR SELECT A RANGE OF SUBJECTS AND COME FOR

LONGER.

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TEXTILES & FASHION DESIGN

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR ARTISTS LOOKING TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE EVER-EVOLVING FASHION WORLD.

STUDENTS WILL DISCUSS TRENDS AND THE FUTURE OF FASHION, FROM GENDER AND SUSTAINABILITY TO

MATERIALITY, AND LEARN TO APPLY THOSE CONCEPTS TO THE DESIGN AND CREATION OF A FINISHED

GARMENT TO ADD TO THEIR PORTFOLIO—OR BETTER YET, THEIR WARDROBE.

LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS This course is taught by Sam Donovan. During his degree, Sam focused on

sustainable design techniques such as zero waste pattern drafting, which he used designing his thesis. While at Parsons, he interned for numerous designers

and design companies, including Anna Sui, Gap, and Eileen Fisher, where he contributed zero waste designs to the company’s cut and sew line. Immediately

upon graduating school, Sam was recruited to participate on Project Runway, where he placed 1st runner-up. He would later compete on an AllStar edition of the series.

Sam has freelanced for Macy’s and the Hamburg-based sustainable denim line Bridge & Tunnel, and now designs for private clients. He’s excited to work with the

burgeoning designers at CATS Academy, and can’t wait to see what they can do!

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY Effect the most compelling method to present your work to garner attention,

whether that be for school applications, editorial features, or—ultimately—sale.

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: Design, Illustration, Pattern Draping & Drafting, Garment Construction

DATES AVAILABLE: • Sunday 12th July 2020 to Sunday 26th July 2020

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DESIGNWe will explore design through the conventional sketching, as well as collage, draping,

and a variety of other methods

ILLUSTRATION Learn easy-to-use illustration techniques to improve the quality and effectiveness of your

visual communication abilities.

PATTERN DRAPING & DRAFTING Bring the 2-D to 3-D with pattern-making and draping

GARMENT CONSTRUCTIONBring your first design from paper to a fully formed fabric creation.

SUBJECTS

Day 8:30–10:30 10:30-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–16:30

Monday Welcome/Get-to-know-you and Paper Garment Intro Project

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Introduce Conceptual Design Project

Tuesday Review Concepts/Illustration Demo Begin Sloper Draping and Drafting

Wednesday Review Design Work/Continue Sloper Drafting and Construction

Continue Sloper Construction/Discuss Final Presentation

Thursday Finalize Sloper Sloper Review Review Final Presentation Development/Open Work Session

FridayFinal Design Project Presentation and Final Design

Museum of Fine Arts Tour Free Time on Newbury Street/Public Gardens



Day 8:30–10:30 10:30-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–16:30

Monday Begin drafting final design from slopers

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Continue drafting final design

TuesdayContinue drafting final designMIT Tour

Continue drafting final design/begin cutting fabric

Wednesday Continue cutting fabric/begin garment construction Continue garment construction

Thursday Continue garment construction Continue Garment construction/discuss editorial

Friday Finish Garment Construction

Final Garment Review Editorial Photo Shoot/Runway Show Preparation




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ILLUSTRATION & COMICS

FOR STUDENTS WHO WANT TO APPLY THEIR DRAWING TALENTS TO THE ART OF COMIC

BOOK STORYTELLING. LEARN ABOUT THE MANY INFLUENCES COMICS, AND THEIR CHARACTERS,

HAVE HAD ON SOCIETY. YOU WILL GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF EFFECTIVE VISUAL

STORYTELLING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS BEST PRACTICES FOR THE COMIC CREATION PROCESS.

USING TRADITIONAL MATERIALS SUCH AS PENCIL AND INK, YOU WILL CREATE A VISUAL NARRATIVE

ACCOMPANIED BY A WRITTEN SCRIPT.

LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS Our Illustration & Comics course is taught by Kent Archer. Kent has taught

art courses at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Sacred Heart High School in Kingston Massachusetts and numerous local art centers.

He has worked in the field of comic books since 2005 when he co-launched the popular webcomic − Dr McNinja. His work has been published by Archie

Comics, IDW Publishing, Dark Horse Comics, and Topps Trading Cards

BROADEN YOUR SKILLS IN THE INDUSTRY Kent Archer has studied under some of comics’ biggest and most successful

artists, and his work has been published by mainstream comic companies. You will learn the process behind making comics as well as learn the secrets to

being successful in the comic book business. This course will help you prepare for portfolio reviews with editors as well as emphasize the importance of

meeting deadlines once you’re given your first comic book gig!

DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS IN: In this introductory course, students will develop skills across all phases of the

comic book creation process. From writing to coloring, students will explore and experiment with the tools, formats, and mediums used by professionals.

DATES AVAILABLE: • Sunday 12th July 2020 to Sunday 26th July 2020

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HISTORY AND INFLUENCE OF COMIC ARTStudents will learn the origins of comic strips and comic books as well as some of the

most iconic characters and significant storylines. The influence these have had on popular culture today will be explored.

SCRIPTWRITING

In the business of comics, it is often the case where one person writes the story and another draws the comic. Students will learn how to put their vision into words and write a

detailed, professionally formatted script.

DEVELOPING CHARACTERSWhat makes a character relatable and believable? Why do we care about characters and

how do they affect our emotions? We will discuss these ideas and learn how to write multidimensional characters.

COMIC VOCABULARYWhat is a panel? What are closure and juxtaposition? We will discuss the terminology in

the universal language of comics.

DIGITAL COLORINGCapture the eye of the reader with brilliant colors using Adobe Photoshop. We will

learn the importance of a limited color palette and how to effectively create mood and contrast.

PAGE LAYOUT AND COMPOSITIONComics are a visual medium first and foremost. A visually enticing comic page can help effectively tell the story. The job of the artist is to create illustrations that capture the

reader, tell the story, and simply put, look cool!

PERSPECTIVEThe ability to draw characters and environments in perspective is essential in creating

the illusion of depth. This illusion helps create a believable three dimensional world on the comic page.

THE BUSINESS OF COMICS/ SELF-PUBLISHING AND WEB COMICSSo, now you want to make comics for a living. We will discuss how to break into the

mainstream business and work for the largest publishers as well as self-publishing your work in print or on the web.

SUBJECTSSAMPLE TIMETABLE

Day 8:30–10:30 10:30-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–16:30

Monday Discussions on what makes good storytelling and scriptwriting

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Writing your story and script

TuesdayHow to develop charactersContinue writing your script

Comic vocabulary, page layout/ composition, thumbnail sketching

Wednesday Figure DrawingRules of ComicsDrawing your comic

Thursday Continue drawing your comic Drawing at Harvard Museum of Natural History and comic shops in Harvard Square

Friday Continue drawing your comic Learning perspective for panel backgrounds



Day 8:30–10:30 10:30-12:00 12:00– 13:00 13:00–16:30

Monday History and influence of comics

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Studio time to draw your comic

Tuesday Introduction to the art of inking Movie trip

WednesdayThe business of comicsSelf-publishing your comicsStudio time

Figure drawing

Thursday Studio time to draw or ink your comic Introduction to Digital Coloring

Friday Studio time to draw or ink your comic Present finished comics to rest of class




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AGED 14 TO 17 YEARS WHO IS INTERESTED IN ART & DESIGN



ABOUT THE WEEKLY PROGRAMS

2 week practical and social program aimed at students aged 14 years+






BOARDING PROGRAM FEE: $4,150 (includes airport transfers & registration fee)

DAY PROGRAM FEE: $1,300 (includes lunches and weekday activities)


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Email: [email protected]

Tel: +44 (0) 1223 345 698

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