Summer Performing Arts Workshop

June 2-20, 2025 9AM-3PM

Final Performance June 20 @ 5:00

SPACE IS LIMITED…SIGN UP TODAY!

Lead by Veteran Playwright/Producer/Talent Agent Angeline Cook

Get the best of the best in performance art training this summer!

June 2 - June 20

9:00 - 3:00

Early drop-off and late pick-up available

Dive into the world of film and stage, as we explore improvisation, movement, acting techniques, theater games, character study, acting exercises, monologues, stage directions and acting for the camera technique.

For Ages 12- 17

About Our Instructors

Angeline Renee Cook is a seasoned artist with over 25 years of experience in both film and theater. Her acting journey has been shaped by legendary mentors, including Milton Katselas, Tony Barr, Don Finn, Howard Fine, and Tracy Roberts. Her training was further enriched by iconic film and television figures such as Hilly Elkins, Ted Post, Elliot Kastner, Richard Zanuck and Jerry Weintraub, providing her with a diverse foundation in the craft.

A founding member of Stages Theatre, Angeline’s work as a director and playwright has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Best New Artist Voice award. Her talents have spanned both coasts, with performing and directing credits in Los Angeles and New York City. A highlight of her theatrical career was portraying Miss Adelaide in the beloved musical Guys and Dolls, a role that remains one of her favorites. To date, she has produced over 25 short and feature films.

In addition to her artistic achievements, Angeline has worn many hats in the entertainment and finance industry, including roles as a former COO, Financial Analyst, Talent Agent, award-winning Producer and former intern with the Directors Guild of America. Her diverse experience reflects her deep commitment to the arts both on and off stage, and she always makes time to mentor or talk with aspiring and fellow artists.

Angeline is an active member of SAG-AFTRA, DECA, ABA, Film Independent Artist Circle, International Brotherhood Of Magicians, and Yoga Alliance. Her devotion to her community extends beyond her artistic career, as she volunteers with Community Hospice. Currently, Angeline is completing an MFA in Film with CalArts/VCFA. 

  • Improv | Acting Techniques | Scene Study | Monologues | Acting Exercises

  • Acting for the Camera Overview | Stage Directions and more!

  • Lunch and daily snacks and drinks provided.

    •    Camp begins every day at 9:00am and concludes promptly at 3:00 pm. 

    •    Actors have four to five daily sessions, lunch and two 10-minute breaks

  • Extended Day from 3-5PM offered for $35 per day or $125 per week

  • Code of Conduct required to be signed by all students and parents

  • All students must audition in advance of the camp

Michelle Knight Reinhart has more than 30 years of theatrical experience as an actress, director, and theatre educator. Michelle has been a member and is an adjudicator for the California Educational Theatre Association and has served as a judge for California State Thespians’ Festival. Michelle has a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts with an Acting Emphasis from California State University, Fullerton and a Master’s Degree in Theatrical Directing from Chicago College of Performing Arts Theatre Conservatory at Roosevelt University as well as a Master’s Degree in Cross-Cultural Education. She is a certified Yoga Instructor and Social/Emotional Learning Facilitator.

Michelle has directed more than a dozen plays including, Seussical the Musical, Radium Girls, Starmites, The Man Who Came to Dinner, and The Laramie Project. She also adapted and directed a high school production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. She is a credentialed Special Education teacher and currently teaches secondary students with developmental disabilities. Michelle currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Chino Cultural Foundation and on the Managing Committee for Chino Community Theatre in her hometown of Chino, California.

$695

For All 3 weeks!

Lunch and Snacks included

Needs based scholarships available

Questions? Call (904) 540-1478 or fill out below:

Due to the collaborative and supportive environment of the Performing Arts, each parent and student will read, sign and consent to our TPA “Code of Conduct”. TPA will follow CDC Covid guidelines.

The Performers Academy is located at 3674 Beach Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32207 jaxtpa@gmail.com | (904) 322-7672 | Register on-line: www.jaxtpa.org Space is limited. Call to sign up today!

Needs based scholarships available