SUMMER ON STAGE:
The Mirror Project
MCT’s Youth Theatre Program
June 15–July 12, 2026
Train with the pros. Perform on the mainstage.
Summer on Stage is back (and even better!) because the beloved Mirror Project returns for students ages 9–17. Students learn acting, voice, movement, and storytelling directly from the professional actors in MCT’s production of Shakespeare’s Henry V, then perform their own “mirrored” production on the same stage.
Each student is paired with the actor who plays the same role, creating a one-of-a-kind mentorship experience. Open to beginners and experienced students alike. Fully supervised by professional teaching artists.
They rehearse where the professionals rehearse. They perform where the professionals perform.
Real training. Real mentorship. Real performances. Real Fun.
ELIGIBLE AGES:
9–17
REGISTRATION OPENS:
February 15, 2026
REGISTRATION CUT-OFF:
May 23, 2026
TUITION:
$750
Includes 4 weeks of professional instruction and two public performances.
PROGRAM DATES:
June 15–July 12, 2026
Schedule:
11 am - 4 pm, Monday - Friday (drop-off begins at 10:45 am)
PERFORMANCES:
July 11 & July 12, 2026, at 2 pm
LOCATION:
Black Bart Playhouse
580 S Algiers St
Murphys. CA 95247
PROGRAM GOAL
Summer on Stage: The Mirror Project introduces young people to theatre through hands-on rehearsal and performance in a condensed, student-cast version of Shakespeare’s Henry V. The program emphasizes collaboration, creative expression, and practical skills while supporting students of all experience levels.
Students work as an ensemble, building confidence through live presentation. Daily sessions focus on acting, voice, movement, and rehearsal. No prior theatre experience is required.
The program concludes with two public performances for family, friends, and the community.
ACCESSIBILITY & FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Murphys Creek Theatre is committed to making this program accessible to all families. Financial assistance and subsidized participation options are available to support students and families. For questions regarding financial assistance, please contact sos@murphyscreektheatre.org.
SUPPORT & FUNDING
This activity is supported in part by the California Arts Council, a state agency.
Learn more at arts.ca.gov.
Questions?
EMAIL: sos@murphyscreektheatre.org