Catalyst Musical Theatre Bootcamp

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! EARLY BIRD DEADLINE MARCH 15.

Are you a young performer aspiring to a career on the stage? A theatre student looking to sharpen your skills? Want to explore multiple facets of performance with internationally celebrated artists?

As Alberta's pre-eminent theatrical export with credits from New York’s Broadway district to London’s West End, Catalyst Theatre is excited to bring our decades of musical theatre experience to young actors in Edmonton through MUSICAL THEATRE BOOTCAMP!

During this three-week intensive program, participants will explore award-winning musical work from the Catalyst canon, refining their skills in singing, acting, text and interpretation, movement and choreography, rehearsal techniques and performance.

Participants will train with members of our core creative team of artists, including Artistic Director Jonathan Christenson – director, writer and composer of NEVERMORE, THE INVISIBLE, VIGILANTE, and many other award-winning productions. Under the guidance of these career artists, participants will gain insight into our distinct creative approach and learn about the unique style of a Catalyst production. The program will culminate in a musical showcase.

Thank you to our partners at MacEwan University Department of Theatre for their generous support of Musical Theatre Bootcamp.

THE DETAILS

DATES: July 6 to 24, 2026

TIMES: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-4:30pm (extended days July 23 & 24)

LOCATION: Allard Hall at MacEwan University (11110 104 Ave, Edmonton)

AGES: Recommended for performers aged 16 to 20

PRICING: Earlybird Registration Fee (apply by March 15): $950

Regular Registration Fee (apply by April 12): $1,000

There is no fee to submit an application for Musical Theatre Bootcamp. Registration fee will be due upon acceptance into the program (payment plans available).

A limited amount of financial assistance is available for Musical Theatre Bootcamp this year. Check the box on the application form below to receive information on financial assistance.

HOW TO APPLY

Fill out the application form below. Applicants are also asked to submit to following:

a headshot (does not need to be professionally-shot)
a one-page letter or resume outlining your acting/singing/dance/movement experience and training
a monologue (video, two minutes max.) - see below
a song (video, two minutes max.) - see below
- your song does not have to be from a piece of musical theatre. choose something you love to sing!
- your song should have accompaniment - either a track or piano. do not sing overtop a track with other vocals.

VIDEO SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

As best as you can, please film against a neutral background, and in neutral clothing. Do not dress as the character from your monologue or song.
Video(s) should be in landscape/horizontal format.
You should be visible from the waist-up, and well lit. Try to avoid shadows or hair obscuring your face.
Please begin video with the following:
- "Hello. My name is [FIRST AND LAST NAME]. For my monologue I’ll be doing a piece from [NAME OF PLAY] by [NAME OF AUTHOR], playing the part of [NAME OF CHARACTER]. For my song I’ll be singing [NAME OF SONG] from [NAME OF MUSICAL OR ALBUM] by [NAME OF AUTHOR/SONGWRITER]."
Please take a short pause before beginning and between your monologue and your song (if submitting both in the same video).
Your introduction, monologue, and song can all be separate takes. However, please do not splice together multiple takes of your monologue/song - submit one continuous take of your monologue/song.

A limited number of spots are available for Musical Theatre Bootcamp. Applications will be assessed based on enthusiasm and experience. Applicants will be notified of their application status by the end of April.

Questions about the program or application process? Get in touch with Catalyst at bootcamp@catalysttheatre.ca

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MUSICAL THEATRE BOOTCAMP APPLICATION

APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION WITHIN TWO DAYS OF SUBMISSION. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION, PLEASE EMAIL BOOTCAMP@CATALYSTTHEATRE.CA

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Participant Name(Required)

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Participant Age(Required)

Participant Birth Date(Required)

Participant Email(Required)

Participant's Current School(Required)

Parent / Guardian Name(s)(Required)

Parent / Guardian Phone Number(s)(Required)

Parent / Guardian Email Address(es)(Required)

Are there any physical or mental health needs the bootcamp instructors would need to know about?(Required)

Any medications the participant may need help administering? Allergens that shouldn't be present in the room? Please describe any access needs that would help Catalyst ensure the participant is able to engage with the program to their fullest.

How did you hear about Catalyst Musical Theatre Bootcamp?(Required)

Did any past Bootcamp participants refer you? If so, please indicate their name(s) here (two names maximum).

Participant Headshot(Required)

Accepted file types: jpg, png, gif, pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

One page letter or resume outlining acting/singing/dance experience and training(Required)

Please upload in pdf format

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Link to Video Monologue

Please include a link to a one minute max video hosted online where we can view your monologue. If you are unable to submit your video as a link (YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, etc.) you may email the video file(s) as an attachment to bootcamp@catalysttheatre.ca

Link to Video Song

Please include a link to a two minute max video hosted online where we can view your song. If you are unable to submit your video as a link (YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, etc.) you may email the video file(s) as an attachment to bootcamp@catalysttheatre.ca

BE A BOOTCAMP BOOSTER

Catalyst Theatre has a long history of working with students, partnering with schools, and offering unique educational opportunities for artists. We are thrilled to be offering the Musical Theatre Bootcamp as an ongoing program to reach the next generation of artists who are hungry for a challenge and enthusiastic about Edmonton-made theatre. Featuring internationally-renowned instructors, a fully equipped theatre space, and three weeks of exhilarating musical exploration, our first-ever Musical Theatre Bootcamp will be an experience participants will never forget.

Want to make a difference in the journeys of young artists? Is this a program that would have ignited your passion as a student? Donations towards the Musical Theatre Bootcamp are gratefully accepted as we launch this exciting endeavour! Donors will receive a tax receipt, as well as an invitation to the final performance showcase.

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