"The most rewarding part of the week was seeing my daughter overcome her stage fright and be so excited about the play." -Rika Soodek, Parent of 2nd grader
BEDFORD Camp Basics: 101
What is Compass Creative Dramatics Summer Camp? Our summer camp is a six-day theatre program that involves daily rehearsals and workshops taught by professional actors and directors from Chicago. The week culminates in two public performances of the musical Peas and Harmony: The Princess and the Pea, Remixed.
Who can participate in Camp? Students entering 1st grade in the fall of 2013 through Spring 2013 grads can register. No theatre experience necessary! When is Camp? Camp will be held at Bedford Middle School July 29 - August 3. Camp is a 6-day program that meets Monday - Friday: 9 am - 3 pm Saturday: 3 pm - 9 pm
Public performances will be at 4 pm and 7 pm on Saturday, the last day of camp.
Where will Camp be taking place? Bedford Middle School Schafer Auditorium July 29 - August 3, 2013
Why should I enroll my child?
CCD's Summer Camp is a affordable full-day activity! With a daily schedule from 9-3, our summer camp averages less than $3 an hour if you registerby the early bird deadline (Extended to April 26th!)
Your students will learn and grow throughout the week. Our camp encourages kids to have fun and explore the dramatic arts by participating in a full production of Peas and Harmony: The Princess and the Pea, Remixed. In addition, the daily interactive workshops will guide your student through the discovery of new topics and themes.
Summer Camp is a great opportunity to make new friends. Students are grouped by age for the afternoon workshops, allowing age-appropriate lesson planning. They are integrated during rehearsals, so your student will learn how to collaborate with students from first grade up through recent high school grads!
CCD encourages kids to expand their horizons by stretching their creative muscles. Our programming encourages imagination and critical thinking, providing a safe environment in which kids can take healthy risks and explore their strengths and weaknesses. Throughout the week, our students learn about themselves and discover how to turn their limitations into assets.
Summer Camp is the perfect place be an individual, valued part of a collaborative team. At camp, kids will be part of a collaborative artistic process that encourages teamwork - while still inspiring students to take ownership of and pride in their unique ideas and capabilities.
