CSUN

  • wording: TADW / Teenage Drama Workshop

Application-Enrollment-Fees

How do I apply for TADW?

  • We recommend that you apply online, via our website at http://www.csun.edu/tadw and be sure to select the program of your emphasis (performance or tech/design).  If you have any difficulty, please call (818) 677-5811 to request registration materials by mail.
  • The deadline for reduced early enrollment with a $300 discount is December 31, 2016. The regular early enrollment discout of $200 will be available until March 1, 2017.
  • Generally we accept students up to the callback audition date if space is still available.
  • Last-minute applications are not the norm and we prefer that TADW students sign up early.

Why do I have to provide my child’s theatre experience and references? What if he/she is new to theatre?

  • The application allows us to learn more about each prospective TADW member.  Students with little experience as well as those with considerable performance background are welcome and they are placed in classes with other young people of similar age and grade. 
  • First-time students only are asked to submit two references from teachers or professionals acquainted with student's work habits, cooperation, and ability.

What does tuition include?

TADW is committed to providing students with professional instruction in an immersive experience in the Theatre Arts.  Students receive education and supervision for 8+ hours a day, with specialized instruction in dance, voice and acting (or technical theatre for students interested in costuming, lights, sound and stagecraft).  We feel our tuition is very competitive, if compared to other summer “camp” programs in the region, and low if you were to break out the individual cost of dance lessons, acting lessons and voice lessons over the course of six weeks.  To cap it off, students receive the opportunity to perform or work backstage on a full-scale production for multiple shows—unlike most school or community programs that may only offer a weekend of performances.  

Are there any discounts?

Yes, there is a $300 reduced discount for students who apply before December 31, 2016.  You must apply by March 1, 2017 to receive the regular $200 early enrollment discount.

Does TADW offer financial assistance?

TADW is committed to providing scholarships to students who need tuition assistance.  You can indicate your financial need on your application, or contact the TADW office for more information at doug.kaback@csun.edu, or call (818) 677-5811.

What is the TADW Attendance Policy??

A key to producing good theatre is regular class and rehearsal attendance. To that end, the following policies will govern attendance for TADW productions and classes. Permission to miss classes and rehearsals for vacations and summer school is ONLY given in the rarest of circumstances, and usually results in limited participation in the productions.

Class Attendance Policy

  1. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class.
  2. Two tardies will equal one absence.
  3. Students who are absent or tardy from more than two class sessions will be asked to meet with the class teacher and Managing Director.
  4. Too many absences or tardies will affect the final class grade.
  5. Withdrawing from the TADW classes before the end of the program, will result in NO CREDIT. 

Rehearsal Attendance Policy

  1. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each day's rehearsal.
  2. Students who are absent from two rehearsals (excused or unexcused) will be asked to attend a review with the Show Director, Production Manager and/or staff members. The director and staff members will determine what course of action to take, up to and including the dismissal of the student from the production.
  3. Two tardies will count as one absence.
  4. Withdrawing from a TADW production before the end of the program may jeopardize enrollment in subsequent summers. 

Policy Definitions

  • Absence - Missing a class or rehearsal for any reason, whether excused or unexcused. For the sake of the policy, no distinction is made between excused or unexcused absences. 
  • Tardy - Arriving late to any segment of class or rehearsal, including roll call and warm up. 
  • Withdrawal - Leaving a class or production before the end of the summer. This includes, Munch, Crunch and Strike.

What is the TADW Refund Policy???

REFUND POLICY

  • All refund requests must be submitted by email.  In the subject line, requests must clearly state REFUND REQUEST / STUDENT'S NAME / DATE OF REQUEST.  The refund request must be sent to both garry.d.lennon@csun.edu and .
  • The $150 registration fee is non-refundable.
  • Refunds are made according to the schedule below.
Date of RequestRefund (minus $150 deposit)
Prior to Auditions100%
After First Audtion75%
After Casting50%
After start of TADWNo Refunds
  • TADW administration reserves the right to grant exceptions to the stated policy on a case-by-case basis for exceptional circumstances, including (but not limited to) illness and death in the immediate family.
  • No refunds are given if a student is asked to leave the program for a violation of the Code of Conduct.