The Christine Mohanty Memorial Scholarship offers a student in 4th through 8th grade a $3,000 scholarship to a 4-week Performance: Musical Theater Program at Usdan, Summer Camp for the Arts for Session B (July 27- August 21 2026). The scholarship funds will be paid directly to Usdan.
This scholarship stands as a testament to Christine’s impact, supporting future students who share her passion for the arts and commitment to making a difference in the world through performance and education.
About Christine Mohanty
Christine Mohanty was a gifted and passionate educator, actress, and advocate for the performing arts whose influence touched the lives of countless students and audiences. Her unwavering dedication to fostering creativity and self-expression in others made her a beloved figure in both the classroom and the theater. Her approach to teaching was rooted in compassion, patience, and a deep belief in the potential of every student. Christine was an accomplished actress whose performances captivated audiences with their depth and authenticity.
About Usdan's Performance Musical Theater Program
The program offers an opportunity to study musical theater through the entire cycle of a production, including audition, rehearsal, blocking, staging, choreography, ensemble work, and performance. Over the course of four weeks, students audition for roles and learn how casting decisions are made, discover the joys of collaboration, and develop responsibility as they work together to put on their show. Usdan’s musical theater productions are led by two lead faculty members, one director and one musical director, who are professional theater educators specializing in directing and music directing. The majority of rehearsals take place in open-air studios with at least one side exposed to Usdan’s beautiful, wooded campus. Classes are grouped according to age division and grade. All levels of theatrical experience are welcome.
Who Should Apply?
Must be a student going into grades 4,5,6,7, or 8
Must reside in Nassau or Suffolk County
Must be able to pay the remaining balance of the program not covered by scholarship.
Must be interested in the Performance Music Theatre program. This scholarship cannot be used for a different program.
Application due date:
The deadline is no later than Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Notifications will go out on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Winner must enroll by Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Required Application Materials:
- 2-minute audition (a song of your choice)
- 1 minute about you video