Musical Theatre Program
ITALY: Vicenza, June 30 - July 15
Musical Theatre Program
The International Lyric Academy is celebrating 33 years of success with the Musical Theatre Program performing the stunning Les Misérables, full production, at the gorgeous Teatro Comunale in Vicenza, Italy. Please note that information for the Musical Theatre Program is different from the other programs, so read information here carefully.
REPERTOIRE 2027:
Les Misérables, Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg, Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer (full production)
PROGRAM DATES:
Arrival date: June 30, 2027
Departure date: July 15, 2027
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Performances: July 13 & 14, 2027
ADDITIONAL MUSICAL THEATRE SHOWCASES:
Showcases: July 9, 2027
ROLES AVAILABLE:
All roles available, with possible double-casting of principal roles. Double-cast principals will sing in the Ensemble for the opposite performance.
PROGRAM PRICE:
$4900 includes includes 16 days in a Vicenza, Italy hotel with a roommate and breakfast, but does not include airfare and meals Apply Now
MUSICAL THEATRE PROGRAM
The International Lyric Academy has been the premier Summer Training Program in Europe for over 33 years for Classical Singers and Musicians. Now, ILA has a unique opportunity for High School, College and Adult Musical Theatre Performers in an intensive Summer Training Program in Italy with industry professionals, culminating in a production of Les Misérables, as well as a Showcase Concert including scenes and songs from the musical theatre canon. Space is limited. The International Lyric Academy Musical Theatre Summer Training Program (MTSTP) is a professional, intense environment in which a group of Musical Theatre performers, aged High School through Adult, hone their skills on stage, in concert, in the studio and in masterclasses. Led by Equity Jeff Award-winning Music Director & Director David Fiorello from Chicago, IL, and featuring industry instructors and a professional Guest Artist, this program is truly an holistic training experience that shouldn’t be missed for the serious, inquiring or aspiring musical theatre performer at any level.
OUR PROGRAM
Unique benefits of our exceptional program include:
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Daily Rehearsals
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2 performances (with potential double-casting of principals) for a full production of Les Misérables
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Musical Theatre Showcase Concert
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Master Classes & Workshops
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Audition Prep course
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Direction/Music Direction/Choreography from industry professionals
PROGRAM DATES IN VICENZA (ITA): June 30 – July 15
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applicants are encouraged to apply on or before May 30 for full casting consideration. Following this round of auditions, further applications will be accepted on a per case basis. Your application will include your audition submission, so please read carefully below.
AUDITIONS
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Select two or more contrasting Musical Theatre vocal selections that demonstrate your ability to act and sing. Each selection should be 60-90 seconds. There’s a portion of the application where you can state roles you wish to be considered for (or simply, as cast). If you wish to be considered for one of the lead roles, you should prepare the provided material, if chosen for acceptance into the program..
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Please also submit a headshot & resume.
All materials (videos, headshot, resume) should be uploaded to a Google Drive folder, with the link pasted in the appropriate place in the application. Be sure that the Folder can be viewed by “anyone with a link” in your Google Drive Folder Settings.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SKh4DqBsqTLfoC33PQ9YtR4RJmgoPFSTvz7dWQdnPts/edit?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A3wuOX5Dhp5CBxfpDzbboyF4lbIFN3NI/view?usp=sharing
As a student in the Musical Theatre Program, you’ll be expected to bring the following items:
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A collection of smart, classy summer-wear (think outdoor wedding vibes)
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Comfortable clothes for class and rehearsal
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Refillable water bottle
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Charged phone with recording app
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All scores and MT repertoire loaded onto a tablet
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All reference & part recordings for the shows on your phone
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An in-class journal, not to have been used before
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Note: Wi-Fi is not available everywhere, so please make sure these items are fully downloaded to your devices! Also, please keep in mind that it is your responsibility to keep your items safe.
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COSTUMING
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Information will be forthcoming, once accepted into the program, by the creative team. It may involve some light coordination ahead of your trip with things from your own collection that you already feel comfortable in.
GENERAL CASTING
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Once registered for the program, Performers will be contacted by the creative team with specifics. There may be requests for additional song submissions for placement purposes, as well as a list of current musical theatre repertoire, which will assist in creating the showcase material. Casting assignments will be given by early June, and participants must be fully memorized prior to arrival.
DAILY SCHEDULE
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Rehearsals, workshops and masterclasses will take place between 10am and 5pm, Mon-Fri. Most will occur at the theatre, which is an 8-minute walk from the hotel. Select Saturday rehearsals may take place for some participants.
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In addition, performances of the Showcase Concert and Les Misérables will take place in the evening.
MUSICAL THEATRE MASTERCLASSES & WORKSHOPS
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All master classes are open to the public. Musical Theatre and Opera Master Classes welcomes performer candidates from both programs to participate and will be led by select industry professionals from the ILA Faculty. Students wishing to sing will be chosen once beginning in Italy.
MUSICAL THEATRE AUDITION WORKSHOP
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In this audition workshop, find out how to nail your next audition, from choosing your repertoire, introducing yourself, and construction of your headshot and resumé, to the many other dos and don’ts of audition etiquette.
BUSINESS OF THE BUSINESS WORKSHOP
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In this workshop, get into the nitty gritty of how to successfully navigate being a working MT professional in the 21st Century. This will include talking through specifics of financial strategies, social media interaction, where to find audition notices, maintaining a high standard of training, achieving holistic results, balance, and perseverance.
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If you wish to audition/apply, please click “apply now”, AFTER you've read the details on the page. There is a $40 application fee, which is non-refundable and non-transferable. Program information subject to slight change.
We hope to have you with us in 2027!
Age range: High School, College, Professional
All participants pay their own travel, meals and insurance.
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