Register November 3 - December 1 and get $75 off!
Looking for the perfect way to keep your kids active and inspired during winter break? Join us from Tuesday, February 17 to Friday, February 20 for our fun-filled “I Heart NYC” camp at Art House Astoria!
This camp is for 1st-5th graders.
Camp Team
JANE BURGESS • camp Coordinator
Jane Burgess is a New York City-based singer/actor/instructor.
She has performed throughout the United States and Italy. She received her B.M. and Artist Diploma in vocal performance at Duquesne University (Pittsburgh, PA). Jane has appeared on opera, musical theater, and cabaret stages.
In 2009, Jane and her husband, Micah co-founded Art House Astoria, and Jane has since found herself busy teaching and co-directing for this ever-growing organization. The 2019-2020 season marks Art House Astoria’s 10 year anniversary! Jane is also the mother of two smart, energetic, creative, funny, and loving little boys; Charlie and Pete.
Cara picone • Theatre
Cara Picone is a resident of Brooklyn, and knows you Astorians will forgive her for that! Cara is a professional actor and singer. She holds a Bachelor of Music from NYU’s vocal performance program and is a proud member of Actors Equity Association. Favorite credits include Sweeney Todd, Camelot, and Ragtime. Cara has also directed many student and professional productions in the NJ/NYC area. Cara is passionate about educating the next generation of artists and has been teaching voice and theater for nearly two decades. She is thrilled to be a part of the Art House Astoria faculty.
Laura Ware • crafts & Camp fun
Laura Ware, originally from Southern California, arrived in Astoria in 2007 with her two suitcases and a laptop after spending two years out on the National Tour of Mamma Mia! where she played the role of Rosie.
Laura is an actress, singer, and director, having recently directed Art House Astoria's The Wizard of Oz Young Performer's Edition! In addition to being the Director of Finance and Human Resources for Art House Astoria, she is also the editor of the theatre website, StageAgent. Since arriving in New York, Laura has appeared on As the World Turns and on the Nickelodeon kids' show The Naked Brothers Band as well as in the World Premiere of Things As They Are in the New York Musical Theater Festival. Some of her favorite stage roles include Miss Hannigan in Annie, Maggie Jones in 42nd Street, and Reverend Mother in Nunsense among others. Laura holds a BFA in Acting and an MFA in Musical Theater and she is a member of Actors Equity Association.