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"The program offers teens a chance to learn many aspects of theater craft, including acting,
directing, playwriting, stage movement, and songwriting. And by the accounts of those who've
taken part in the camp, it's also a place where teens can be themselves, build their
self-esteem, and feel like they're part of something valuable." - Anothony Salveggi, "Life's
lesson taught on the stage by Largo High grad" Clearwater Citizen, July 13th, 2006
"I had the great good fortune of attending the Showdown Theater Academy's staged reading of
two original works, (NOTTHINGHAM and BARD HIGH) on Thursday at te Repertory East
Playhouse, home of the Academy. The evening was in a word - amazing. [...] the talent that burst
from the stage was a joy to watch and the quality of the script was brilliant. I've not enjoyed an
evening of theater to that degree in a long time - it was one of those rare moments when you
realize you were witnessing something uniquely special." - Michelle Buttelman,
"Showdown Theater Academy," The Signal, April 10, 2005
"Beyond the run and music that makes you want to stand up and dance - there are serious
subjects of pressure to fit, the fragile line of popularity, the thin grasp we all have on sanity. [...]
This is the kind of musical that makes you leave the theater humming - AND thinking." -
Anne Marie Mills, "'Quixote' Is Timely Musical Theater with a Message," The Signal, May 4,
2007
directing, playwriting, stage movement, and songwriting. And by the accounts of those who've
taken part in the camp, it's also a place where teens can be themselves, build their
self-esteem, and feel like they're part of something valuable." - Anothony Salveggi, "Life's
lesson taught on the stage by Largo High grad" Clearwater Citizen, July 13th, 2006
"I had the great good fortune of attending the Showdown Theater Academy's staged reading of
two original works, (NOTTHINGHAM and BARD HIGH) on Thursday at te Repertory East
Playhouse, home of the Academy. The evening was in a word - amazing. [...] the talent that burst
from the stage was a joy to watch and the quality of the script was brilliant. I've not enjoyed an
evening of theater to that degree in a long time - it was one of those rare moments when you
realize you were witnessing something uniquely special." - Michelle Buttelman,
"Showdown Theater Academy," The Signal, April 10, 2005
"Beyond the run and music that makes you want to stand up and dance - there are serious
subjects of pressure to fit, the fragile line of popularity, the thin grasp we all have on sanity. [...]
This is the kind of musical that makes you leave the theater humming - AND thinking." -
Anne Marie Mills, "'Quixote' Is Timely Musical Theater with a Message," The Signal, May 4,
2007
"What makes them so amazing is that they make you feel important and they show you your
talents and your gifts. - Brittany B.
"I honestly don't know where I'd be without this camp. I'm not afraid to speak up anymore, speak
my mind, be who I am or sing..... Thank you for helping me find myself." - Jenny N.
"I have learned so much in the last few months. You have each taught me so much about the
world of theater, but also the world of life." - Virginia P.
"You remember Jenny and me the first year. We were a mess. Look at us now. You can't stop
us." - Marie H.
"You are the best director I have ever had. You listen, you care [..] I think you're awesome. I can't
wait until next summer." - Brooke M.
"Thank you so much for showing me that acting is not about the script. [...] I now understand who
I am and what I am meant to be doing." - Sapphire G.
talents and your gifts. - Brittany B.
"I honestly don't know where I'd be without this camp. I'm not afraid to speak up anymore, speak
my mind, be who I am or sing..... Thank you for helping me find myself." - Jenny N.
"I have learned so much in the last few months. You have each taught me so much about the
world of theater, but also the world of life." - Virginia P.
"You remember Jenny and me the first year. We were a mess. Look at us now. You can't stop
us." - Marie H.
"You are the best director I have ever had. You listen, you care [..] I think you're awesome. I can't
wait until next summer." - Brooke M.
"Thank you so much for showing me that acting is not about the script. [...] I now understand who
I am and what I am meant to be doing." - Sapphire G.
What Teens Say
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"Thank you so much for the instructors. They made [our son's] experience all that we had hoped for.
They were able (as most great leaders are apt to do) to command the respect from the students and
were able to draw the best from them. - Pat O.
I honestly could never thank the teachers enough for the life changing education in the theater arts that
they gave my children this summer. Not only did they give them an excellent education in every aspect of
theater, they created a safe, fun and stimulating environment for the teens to be highly motivated and
fully responsible for getting the most possible out of this experience. - Arnell B.
"Thank you for giving me back my child." - Lauren B.
"Not only has my son's attitude changed, his grades have greatly improved. I'm a true believer." Judy K.
"Can't imagine missing a summer camp anymore. We now plan our family vacations around the
showdown summer schedule." - Pat M.
They were able (as most great leaders are apt to do) to command the respect from the students and
were able to draw the best from them. - Pat O.
I honestly could never thank the teachers enough for the life changing education in the theater arts that
they gave my children this summer. Not only did they give them an excellent education in every aspect of
theater, they created a safe, fun and stimulating environment for the teens to be highly motivated and
fully responsible for getting the most possible out of this experience. - Arnell B.
"Thank you for giving me back my child." - Lauren B.
"Not only has my son's attitude changed, his grades have greatly improved. I'm a true believer." Judy K.
"Can't imagine missing a summer camp anymore. We now plan our family vacations around the
showdown summer schedule." - Pat M.
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What Parents Say
"Transformation Through Theater"
