Musical Theatre Camp is an intensive co-ed program for the child who is interested in the dramatic arts. The program features experienced professionals teaching classes in voice, dance, acting, set design, and make-up. At the end of each four-week program, campers present a production. A healthy lunch, snack, popsicle, swim, and other regular day camp activities are included daily. Although our specialty camps have a range of different aged campers all campers are grouped with other campers closest to their age. Our energetic and fully-trained staff are carefully selected based on experience, character, and leadership. Every staff member is background checked, as we continue to maintain the highest level of safety and security on campus.

Patrick Watkins is a multifaceted artist and educator passionate about music, theater, film, and live performance. Patrick teaches stagecraft, theater, and musical theater at Spanish River Community High School and is the music director at Ascension Catholic Church. Patrick provides private and group instruction in voice, piano, guitar, and performance coaching. His performance background includes notable roles as a tenor vocalist and musical direction for theater productions. Highlights of his career include opening acts for renowned artists, performing national anthems, and participating in prestigious theater festivals. With degrees in Music Technology and Music Education from Broward College and Florida Atlantic University, Patrick combines academic excellence with practical expertise. His skills encompass music and video production, voice coaching, instrumental instruction, acting, and directing. He has also collaborated extensively with Thinking Cap Theatre, musically directing productions such as Lizzie the Musical and cabaret shows. Patrick is a proud alum of American Heritage and is excited to to share his craft.

Alyiece Moretto-Watkins, "MW", has taught at American Heritage for the past six years, covering several introductory and advanced theatre courses, including Face Painting, Make-up Design, Technical Theatre, Stagecraft, Props Construction and Design, Scenic Design, Scenic Painting I & II, Stage Management, and Publicity for Theatre. She is also the Resident Production Stage Manager, Publicity/ Box Office Manager, Scenic Designer and Charge Artist for all productions we produce here at AHS over the school year. Alyiece is the co-faculty advisor for the Ghostlight Technical Theatre Club as well as a Thespians Technical Mentor here on campus. She has been an active member of the south florida professional theatre community since 2007, and is the resident Scenic Designer and a Board Member of Thinking Cap Theatre, a off-broadway style professional company known for its experimental work. Alyiece is a member of the Guild of Scenic Artists and also works as a Design Consultant for the Hollywood Cultural Center, a multimedia gallery, theatrical and event venue located in Hollywood Beach, FL.

Mrs. Cecilia Case is the Lower School/ Junior High dance instructor and Fine Arts Coordinator at American Heritage School, Broward Campus. She has been part of the Fine Arts family for the last 12 years where she has choreographed numerous junior high musicals and dance concerts as well as directed and choreographed for our summer camp musicals. She has trained with numerous master teachers and is currently a member of Dance Educators of America, National Dance Education Organization and Florida Dance Masters of America. Mrs. Case loves working with children and loves to help them find their passion for music and dance. She is excited to be back with Musical Theatre Camp and can’t wait to help your child explore their passion for dance and music in a safe environment. Mrs. Case is looking forward to having a great summer with your child.

Camper groupings vary by program. Day Camp programs will be grouped by age/grade/gender, Specialty Programs are grouped together by age, interest, and/ or skill level. Programs are not guaranteed and require a minimum enrollment. Campers are supervised at all times by our energetic and fully-trained staff. Our counselors are carefully selected based on experience, character, and leadership. Every staff member is background checked, as we continue to maintain the highest level of safety and security on campus. At American Heritage Day Camp we do our very best to make sure our staff is placed with the appropriate age group to ensure a successful and fun summer. A well-balanced lunch and healthy snacks are provided in all full-day programs. If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact us.