Please find the materials needed for Boot Camp here. They would not send to your email. My apologies.
Boot Camp Monologues for 2026 (returning students)
Classic Monologues for Females
Saturday, June 13, 2026
2026 Boot Camp Materials
2026 Summer Theatre BOOT CAMP (High School)
SUMMER THEATRE BOOT CAMP 2026
Hello Everybody!
It is almost time for our annual Summer Theatre Boot Camp, and we are so excited to see you soon!
Our goal in this camp is to meet you where you are and build from there. Not everyone will be at the same level or have the same goals, and that is perfectly fine. This camp is about learning, growing, trying new things, and working together.
Below is some important information regarding camp.
Camp Expectations
Every person involved in this camp is expected to respect everyone involved in the process.
Sometimes we will ask you to step outside of your comfort zone as we work on growing as performers. OLSH Theatre will always be a safe place for you to do that.
We expect all students to be:
- Respectful
- Engaged
- Kind
- Supportive
- Honest in all activities
We are a family, and we must work together. If there is ever an issue or concern, please share it with Ms. Manuel.
Communication
Our main means of communication will be the OLSH Theatre Blog. This is the first place to go for:
- Schedules
- Rehearsal questions
- What to bring
- What to wear
- Other camp updates
Camp Schedule
- Camp begins on Monday, June 15th and runs for two weeks
- Rehearsals will be from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Monday thru Friday
- Specific dates and times will be posted on the blog, especially if we have any special rehearsal calls.
Performances / Sharing Opportunities
We are still working through the details regarding possible performances or sharing opportunities during camp.
- We will discuss this together on Day One
- Final plans will depend on the group, the material, and what we can realistically prepare
- More information will be shared once we have a better sense of what camp will look like
Students New to Performing at OLSH
Please come in with 2–3 possible monologues you would like to look at during camp. I will include a link to options in your email. No need to memorize or prepare.
- These do not need to be perfect choices
- We just want to see what interests you
- We may also give you additional material to explore
Returning OLSH Theatre Students
We are going to try to push you during this camp.
- Please look at the potential pieces we would like to tackle during camp (Mr Wojtechko assigned - your names are on them)
- You may also bring one piece of your choosing from the link in your email
- Come ready to work, stretch, and try something challenging
What to Bring
Please bring the following to every rehearsal:
- Water bottle
- 3-ring binder
- Pencil
- Highlighter,
What to Wear
Please wear comfortable and school-appropriate clothing that you can move in.
- The auditorium gets warm, so shorts and tee shirts are great
- Modest tank tops are fine
- Please remember that we are rehearsing in school
- Tennis shoes or other closed toe shoes with a back
- No flip flops, slides, or sandals on stage
I think that is everything for now. We are looking forward to working with you. Be prepared to learn a lot, work hard, and have a great time!
Best Regards,
Ms. Manuel and The OLSH Theatre Production Team
Pelican Players - Urinetown Schedule
Please check back often for updates. All changes will be marked in RED.
Monday, June 1, 2026
Thursday, May 28, 2026
2026 Summer Theatre JUNIOR Camp
SUMMER THEATRE JUNIOR CAMP 2026
Hello Everybody!
It is almost time for Summer Theatre Junior Camp, and we are so excited to see everyone soon!
Below is some important information regarding camp.
- Every person involved in this camp is expected to respect everyone involved in the process. We expect students to be respectful, engaged, kind, supportive, and honest in all activities. If there is ever an issue or concern, please share it with Ms. Manuel.
- Our main means of communication will be the OLSH Theatre Blog. This is the first place to go for schedules, rehearsal questions, what to bring, what to wear, and other camp updates. We will also keep an abbreviated version of the schedule on the OLSH Theatre Facebook Page. Please “like” the page to stay up to date and to see posts and photos from rehearsals.
- Session One begins Monday, June 22nd. Rehearsals will be from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please do not drop off your child before 8:45 am, as we will be preparing for camp before that time. Please make sure to pick up promptly, as we have another camp coming in after AM Junior Camp.
- Session Two also begins Monday, June 22nd. Rehearsals will be from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Please do not drop off your child before 12:45 pm, as we will be preparing for camp before that time. Please make sure to pick up promptly at the end of the session.
- If your child is attending both sessions, please pack a lunch for them. Students staying for both sessions will be supervised during lunch. This will be a time to eat, relax, and recharge before the afternoon session begins.
- Both Junior Camp sessions will feature a 7:00 pm evening performance on Friday, June 26th. More information will come out during the week of camp.
- Please send a water bottle, small snack, 3-ring binder, pencil, and highlighter to every rehearsal.
- Please fill out the Summer Camp Waiver and send it with your child on the first day of camp.
- We offer a Snack Cart for students who are interested. Juice boxes, water, Goldfish, pretzels, crackers, and other concession items will be available for $1.00 - $2.00 per item. Our High School Theatre students are running the cart this year to fundraise for their 2026 trip to perform in Scotland! You are under no obligation to purchase anything, but if you would like your child to be able to buy a snack, please send small bills.
- Please wear comfortable and school-appropriate clothing that students can move in. The auditorium gets warm, so shorts and tee shirts are great. Modest tank tops are fine. If your child has dance shoes, such as jazz or ballet shoes, please send them. If not, tennis shoes will work. Please do not wear flip flops, slides, or sandals on stage.
Make sure to ask your child what they learned each day. They will need to practice and memorize some materials at home, so please let them entertain you!
If you have any friends interested in attending camp, please encourage them to sign up as soon as possible. We need to order camp tee shirts soon, so don’t delay! Students may attend both sessions or only one.
I think that is everything for now. We are looking forward to working with your child!
Best Regards,
Ms. Manuel and The OLSH Theatre Production Team
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
2026 Summer Theatre MINI Camp
SUMMER THEATRE MINI CAMP 2026
Hello Everybody!
It is almost time for Summer Theatre Mini Camp. We are looking forward to seeing you all in the next few weeks!!
Below is some important information regarding camp.
- Every person involved in this camp is expected to RESPECT ALL involved in this process. We expect students to be respectful, engaged, kind, supportive, and honest in all activities. If there is an issue, please share your concerns with Ms. Manuel.
- Our main means of communication will be the OLSH Theatre Blog. This is the first place to go for schedules, questions regarding rehearsal, what to bring with you, what to wear, etc. We will also keep an abbreviated version of this schedule on the OLSH Theatre Facebook Page. Please “like” the page to keep up to date and also see posts and photos from rehearsals.
- Session One begins Monday, June 15th. Rehearsals will be from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please do NOT drop off your child(ren) before 8:45 am, as we will be preparing for camp prior to that time. Please make sure to pick up promptly, as we have another camp coming in after AM Mini Camp.
- Session Two also begins Monday, June 15th. Rehearsals will be from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Please do NOT drop off your child(ren) before 12:45 pm, as we will be preparing for camp prior to that time. Please make sure to pick up promptly, as we have another camp coming in after PM Mini Camp.
- If your child is attending BOTH camps, please pack a lunch for them. Students staying for both sessions will be supervised during lunch. This will be a time to eat, relax, and recharge before the afternoon session begins.
- Both camps will end on Friday. We invite you to attend a showcase-style performance beginning at 11:30 am for the AM session and 3:30 pm for the PM session. More information will come out during the week of camp.
- Please send a water bottle, small snack, 3-ring binder, pencil, and highlighter to every rehearsal.
- Please fill out the Summer Camp Waiver and send it with your child on the first day of camp.
- We offer a “Snack Cart” to students that are interested. Juice boxes, water, Goldfish, pretzels, crackers, and other concession items will be available for $1.00 - $2.00 per item. Our High School Theatre students are running the cart this year to fundraise for their 2026 trip to perform in Scotland! You are under no obligation to purchase anything, but if you would like your child to be able to buy a snack, please send small bills.
- Please wear comfortable and school-appropriate clothing that you can move in. The auditorium gets warm, so shorts and tee shirts are great. If you want to wear a modest tank top, that is fine. If you have dance shoes (jazz or ballet), please bring them. If not, tennis shoes will work. NO flip flops, slides, or sandals on stage.
Make sure to ask your child what they learned each day. They will need to practice and memorize some materials at home, so please let them entertain you!
If you have any friends interested in attending camp, please encourage them to sign up ASAP. We need to order camp tee shirts soon, so don’t delay! Students may attend BOTH sessions or only one.
I think that is everything for now. We are looking forward to working with your child(ren)!
Best Regards,
Ms. Manuel and The OLSH Theatre Production Team
Theatre Participation Pins
Dear Theatre Students -
Please bring your pin to school next week so that you can add your 2025-2026 charms.
Freshmen and new students: If you still did not get your pin, we have one for you.
We hope you had a wonderful year with OLSH Theatre!
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
GKA Performers - FREE TICKET for a CLO Show!
Attention all GKA participants!
The Pittsburgh CLO is giving each Gene Kelly Awards participant ONE FREE TICKET to see a show this summer! Order soon for the show of your choice and better seating options.
To pick up your ticket voucher, please contact Ms. Manuel by June 8th!
CONGRATULATIONS - 2026 GKA Awards
Dear OLSH Theatre Family,
I am still amazed, still reeling just a little, still exhausted, and so very proud. My heart is full. I feel so blessed to have had a hand in this show with you all...Hadestown: Teen Edition. Wow!
It is difficult to put into words what an incredible experience this year’s Gene Kelly Awards was for our OLSH Theatre family. To stand on the Benedum stage alongside some of the most talented students and programs in our region was truly an honor, and we could not be more proud of what our students accomplished.
Our production of Hadestown: Teen Edition was recognized with six Gene Kelly Awards:
- Outstanding Musical
- Outstanding Crew/Technical Execution
- Outstanding Dance Ensemble
- Outstanding Vocal Ensemble
- Outstanding Lighting Design
- Outstanding Scenic Design
While these awards are an extraordinary achievement, the real magic of the evening was watching our students shine onstage. Telling this story with heart, passion, honesty, and joy to a completely captivated audience. That is the part we will remember most.
To our cast and crew: thank you for your endless dedication, talent, resilience, and trust throughout this entire process. You gave countless hours to rehearsals, choreography, vocals, costume fittings...long weekends, and late nights...and you did it all with passion and pride. You represented OLSH beautifully.
To our parents and families: thank you for sharing your children with us for so much time this year. Thank you for the rides, the meals, the volunteer hours, the set building, the emotional support, and for encouraging your students to follow their dreams. None of this happens without you.
To our incredible production team: thank you for sharing your artistry, your knowledge, and your time with our students. Theatre education is built on passionate people willing to pour themselves into creating meaningful experiences for young artists. So much of what you do happens quietly behind the scenes, fueled by long hours, problem solving, creativity, teamwork, and even setting up generators to avert a crisis. You end up with little more than a slice of pizza and a quick “thank you.” Please know how deeply appreciated you are.
And finally, to our seniors: congratulations and thank you. For many of you, this was your fourth year performing on the Benedum stage. What a way to close this chapter! Watching you grow as performers, leaders, teammates, and people has been one of the greatest privileges imaginable. We are so proud of you and cannot wait to see where your journeys take you next.
This year was special. The awards are wonderful, but the memories, the friendships, the storytelling, and the moments shared together are what matter most.
Thank you, OLSH Theatre family, for an unforgettable season.
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Please see below a note from our Lighting Designer, Adam...
Monday, May 18, 2026
Thursday, May 21st - Special Event w/Ms. Tamara Tunie
UPDATE: What an awesome morning we had with Ms. Tamara Tunie!
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Dear Hadestown Cast, Crew, and Team,
We are thrilled to welcome acclaimed actress, director, producer, and MCG Jazz Resident Artist Tamara Tunie to OLSH on Thursday, May 21st for a special theatre master class in the auditorium.
Many of you may know Ms. Tunie from Law & Order: SVU, Flight, Broadway, and numerous television and film roles. She is also from the Pittsburgh area!
Her visit comes just TWO DAYS before our Gene Kelly Awards performance, making this an incredible opportunity for us to learn from a highly accomplished professional artist as we prepare for the Benedum stage.
The event will take place during the special Thursday schedule from approximately 9:30–10:30 AM in the auditorium.
Students attending will miss Periods 4 and 8. Teachers will be informed ahead of time, and we expect the full cast to attend.
This is a really special opportunity. Please approach the morning with professionalism, focus, and enthusiasm.
See Ms. Manuel with any questions.
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