Walter loved musical theatre, but until Music Theatre Camp (MTC), he had never performed in one. “I’ve always fondly remembered my first ever morning of camp, it was a vocal session with David Gaucci for Aladdin. The first five-part harmony we sang felt like an “aha moment” and as cliched as it sounds, I haven’t looked back since”, Walter says.
Seven camps later and Walter is now approaching his last. He has enjoyed some incredible roles over the years and produced some extraordinary performances.
Walter has also enjoyed developing some great friendships. “I believe MTC does a great job straddling the line between great social and networking situations and a professional standard working experience” he says. “Each and every year a big challenge (for myself especially) is being quiet and giving 100% attention on the first day of camp, as everyone is seeing their friends often the first time since last January”.
Another more unorthodox camp highlight for Walter every year is the cast group chat. “I feel like it really brings the cast together in a way that sometimes rehearsals and lunchtimes don’t allow for, it gives a chance for some people who don’t necessarily feel as comfortable talking in person in a group setting a better chance to be heard” he says.
Walter is premiering his first original musical at the Adelaide Fringe this year - More than a game: The unauthorised footy show musical - for which he has both written the music and lyrics and is also starring in. He met most of his cast at Music Theatre Camp over the years.
Walter we are so proud of the performer you have become and can’t wait to see your original production this year at the Adelaide Fringe. We wish you every success for your promising career ahead.
See Walter on stage in the West End cast of Brand New Day, January 9-17, Anzac Hall, Prince Alfred College Theatre.
Seven camps later and Walter is now approaching his last. He has enjoyed some incredible roles over the years and produced some extraordinary performances.
Walter has also enjoyed developing some great friendships. “I believe MTC does a great job straddling the line between great social and networking situations and a professional standard working experience” he says. “Each and every year a big challenge (for myself especially) is being quiet and giving 100% attention on the first day of camp, as everyone is seeing their friends often the first time since last January”.
Another more unorthodox camp highlight for Walter every year is the cast group chat. “I feel like it really brings the cast together in a way that sometimes rehearsals and lunchtimes don’t allow for, it gives a chance for some people who don’t necessarily feel as comfortable talking in person in a group setting a better chance to be heard” he says.
Walter is premiering his first original musical at the Adelaide Fringe this year - More than a game: The unauthorised footy show musical - for which he has both written the music and lyrics and is also starring in. He met most of his cast at Music Theatre Camp over the years.
Walter we are so proud of the performer you have become and can’t wait to see your original production this year at the Adelaide Fringe. We wish you every success for your promising career ahead.
See Walter on stage in the West End cast of Brand New Day, January 9-17, Anzac Hall, Prince Alfred College Theatre.
Photo Credit: Jen Frith
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