New Jersey high schoolers looking for a chance to showcase their acting skills should prepare their 1-minute monologues by June 15.
Mean Girls co-directors Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne will soon bring their innovative, two-week acting camp, The Yes Bus, to New York City for the first time.
The Yes Bus Acting Camp offers high school students across the Tri-state a chance
to receive mentorship from industry professionals, participate in acting and writing seminars, and showcase their talents, all at no cost.
This camp aims to empower and inspire the next generation of performers, with a special emphasis on supporting youth from underserved communities.
Perez Jr. and Jayne said the goal of the Yes Bus is to provide young artists, particularly those from immigrant and underserved communities, with the confidence, knowledge, and tools they might not have had access to otherwise.
This initiative is particularly crucial in this current historical moment when immigrants’ rights, freedom of expression, and funding for the arts and culture are all under severe attack.
Perez Jr. and Jayne believe that the performing arts are not a luxury but rather an integral part of the human experience that should be accessible to all people, especially children.
The program officially launched in Los Angeles and its debut in New York City is a major step in ensuring that all students have an equal shot at pursuing their dreams in acting.
The camp is entirely free of charge, covering professional headshots, all resources, and meals.
The only responsibility for students is arranging transportation to the camp’s location in Midtown Manhattan, which is well-connected by public transit, including train and bus options.
They are calling on all high school principals, English and Drama teachers to
inform their students of this opportunity for artistic expression, confidence, and community.
“We want to give young artists, especially those who might not otherwise have the opportunity, the chance to step into their power and pursue their passion for acting,” Jayne said. “This camp is more than just learning to act, it’s about giving them the confidence and support they need to believe in themselves and their potential,” added Perez Jr.
Students who are interested in participating in this incredible opportunity can apply online here.
