"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
-Rika Soodek, Parent of 2nd grader
Chicago
Summer Theatre Camps 2016
Camp Basics: 101
What is Compass Creative Dramatics Summer Camp?
Our summer camp is a five-day theatre program that involves daily rehearsals and workshops taught by Chicago theatre professionals. The week culminates in a public performance of our own musical adaptations of The Jumping Jacks and the Beanstalk (Lincoln Park Cultural Center, August 8 - 12) or Wizard of Oz (Burr Elementary School, Bucktown, August 22 - 26).
Who can participate in Camp?
Students entering 1st grade in the fall of 2016 through spring 2016 grads can register. No theatre experience necessary!
When is Camp?
We have two weeks available in Chicago this year!
August 8 - 12, 2016 (Lincoln Park Cultural Center)
and
August 22 - 26, 2016 (Burr Elementary School, Bucktown)
Camp is a 5-day summer session that meets
M-Th: 9:30 am - 3 pm*
F: 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
A public performance will be on Friday, the last day of camp, at 6pm.
*Before care beginning at 8:30am and after care until 4pm are available for an additional fee.
For detailed scheduling policies and procedures please click here.
Where will Camp be taking place?
Our August 8 -12 camp will take place at:
Lincoln Park Cultural Center
2045 N. Lincoln Park West
Chicago, IL 60614
Our August 24 - 28 camp will take place at:
Burr Elementary School
1621 W Wabansia Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
What plays will you be doing?
At the Lincoln Park Cultural Center August 8 -12, campers will rehearse and perform our original adaptation of The Jumping Jacks and the Beanstalk.
At Burr Elementary School August 22 - 26, campers will rehearse and perform our original adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
Why should I enroll my child?
CCD's Summer Camp is an affordable full-day activity!
With a daily schedule from 9:30-3pm, our summer camp averages less than $9.50 an hour!
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 an original musical. In addition, the daily interactive theatre workshops & activities 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 activities, 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 creativity 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 to 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.
Do you offer camp for preschoolers?
We do! You can find information on our Chicago Preschool Camp here.
What if I have more questions?
You can give us a call at 773.893.0535 or email us at [email protected]. We'll do our best to answer any questions you might have!
Our summer camp is a five-day theatre program that involves daily rehearsals and workshops taught by Chicago theatre professionals. The week culminates in a public performance of our own musical adaptations of The Jumping Jacks and the Beanstalk (Lincoln Park Cultural Center, August 8 - 12) or Wizard of Oz (Burr Elementary School, Bucktown, August 22 - 26).
Who can participate in Camp?
Students entering 1st grade in the fall of 2016 through spring 2016 grads can register. No theatre experience necessary!
When is Camp?
We have two weeks available in Chicago this year!
August 8 - 12, 2016 (Lincoln Park Cultural Center)
and
August 22 - 26, 2016 (Burr Elementary School, Bucktown)
Camp is a 5-day summer session that meets
M-Th: 9:30 am - 3 pm*
F: 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
A public performance will be on Friday, the last day of camp, at 6pm.
*Before care beginning at 8:30am and after care until 4pm are available for an additional fee.
For detailed scheduling policies and procedures please click here.
Where will Camp be taking place?
Our August 8 -12 camp will take place at:
Lincoln Park Cultural Center
2045 N. Lincoln Park West
Chicago, IL 60614
Our August 24 - 28 camp will take place at:
Burr Elementary School
1621 W Wabansia Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
What plays will you be doing?
At the Lincoln Park Cultural Center August 8 -12, campers will rehearse and perform our original adaptation of The Jumping Jacks and the Beanstalk.
At Burr Elementary School August 22 - 26, campers will rehearse and perform our original adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
Why should I enroll my child?
CCD's Summer Camp is an affordable full-day activity!
With a daily schedule from 9:30-3pm, our summer camp averages less than $9.50 an hour!
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 an original musical. In addition, the daily interactive theatre workshops & activities 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 activities, 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 creativity 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 to 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.
Do you offer camp for preschoolers?
We do! You can find information on our Chicago Preschool Camp here.
What if I have more questions?
You can give us a call at 773.893.0535 or email us at [email protected]. We'll do our best to answer any questions you might have!
