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2019 Chicago Summer Theatre Performance Camps
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Camp Basics
What are the camp locations and dates?
August 12th - 16th - The Jungle Book at St. James Lutheran Church and School, Lincoln Park
August 19th - 23rd - The Jungle Book at A.N. Pritzker School, Wicker Park/Bucktown
What is the schedule for a week of camp?
Camp meets daily from 9am - 3pm Monday - Thursday and from 9am - 7:30pm on Friday (public performance at 6pm)
Who can participate?
Students in grades 1-8. Students must have completed kindergarten in order to register and are eligible through the summer following their 8th grade graduation.
What's the registration fee?
Early bird registration is available through February 28th ($289)
Regular registration is open from March 1 - June 1st ($309)
Late registration begins June 1st ($329)
Do you provide scholarships?
We do! You can learn more about our scholarship program here.
Is extended care available?
Yes, extended care is available from 8am - 9am and from 3pm - 4pm and can be elected during registration ($10 per morning or afternoon session, per student).
For detailed scheduling policies and procedures please click here.
What is a day at theatre camp like?
Each day is a little different, but for the most part, mornings are spent learning the scenes, songs, and dances that are part of the play. During this time, students work together with children of a variety of ages to collaborate on the production. Most afternoons, students participate in age-specific workshops in theatre topics like improv, stage combat, storytelling, dance, musical theatre, etc. The specific topics vary each year. On Friday, the students perform for their friends, family, and the public, complete with sets, costumes, props, and music, which have all been professionally designed and built for the students.
How much are tickets to the public performance?
Each student registered receives two tickets for the performance. Additional tickets are available at the door 30 minutes prior to the performance. Additional adult tickets are $10 and student tickets are $5.
What is the camp location like?
A.N. Pritzker School is a wonderful facility, fully-equipped for educating and entertaining families. We will spend the majority of our time in their lovely theatre space. In addition, some of our programming will take place in the gym and several, small classroom spaces on-site. All areas of A.N. Pritzker School are air conditioned for your camper's comfort. Students may find that having a light-sweater/jacket will benefit them as the space can get quite chilly.
Our Lincoln Park location this year will be St. James Lutheran Church and School. The auditorium at the church used for part of the instructional day at St James is un-air-conditioned. Students will also spend time at the air-conditioned school either learning the play or participating in workshops/theatre games, so bringing a light-sweater/jacket may benefit them. Instructors monitor the activity and well-being of students throughout the entirety of the instructional day, giving ample breaks and ensuring students stay well-hydrated. The students' safety is our top priority. We do ask parents remember this is a summer activity that is includes a lot of movement and physicality and to help students dress appropriately.
What if I have questions?
A lot of questions are answered in our Camp FAQ. If your question isn't answered there, you can give us a call at 773.893.0535 or email us at camps@ccdramatics.com. We'll do our best to answer any questions you might have!
August 12th - 16th - The Jungle Book at St. James Lutheran Church and School, Lincoln Park
August 19th - 23rd - The Jungle Book at A.N. Pritzker School, Wicker Park/Bucktown
What is the schedule for a week of camp?
Camp meets daily from 9am - 3pm Monday - Thursday and from 9am - 7:30pm on Friday (public performance at 6pm)
Who can participate?
Students in grades 1-8. Students must have completed kindergarten in order to register and are eligible through the summer following their 8th grade graduation.
What's the registration fee?
Early bird registration is available through February 28th ($289)
Regular registration is open from March 1 - June 1st ($309)
Late registration begins June 1st ($329)
Do you provide scholarships?
We do! You can learn more about our scholarship program here.
Is extended care available?
Yes, extended care is available from 8am - 9am and from 3pm - 4pm and can be elected during registration ($10 per morning or afternoon session, per student).
For detailed scheduling policies and procedures please click here.
What is a day at theatre camp like?
Each day is a little different, but for the most part, mornings are spent learning the scenes, songs, and dances that are part of the play. During this time, students work together with children of a variety of ages to collaborate on the production. Most afternoons, students participate in age-specific workshops in theatre topics like improv, stage combat, storytelling, dance, musical theatre, etc. The specific topics vary each year. On Friday, the students perform for their friends, family, and the public, complete with sets, costumes, props, and music, which have all been professionally designed and built for the students.
How much are tickets to the public performance?
Each student registered receives two tickets for the performance. Additional tickets are available at the door 30 minutes prior to the performance. Additional adult tickets are $10 and student tickets are $5.
What is the camp location like?
A.N. Pritzker School is a wonderful facility, fully-equipped for educating and entertaining families. We will spend the majority of our time in their lovely theatre space. In addition, some of our programming will take place in the gym and several, small classroom spaces on-site. All areas of A.N. Pritzker School are air conditioned for your camper's comfort. Students may find that having a light-sweater/jacket will benefit them as the space can get quite chilly.
Our Lincoln Park location this year will be St. James Lutheran Church and School. The auditorium at the church used for part of the instructional day at St James is un-air-conditioned. Students will also spend time at the air-conditioned school either learning the play or participating in workshops/theatre games, so bringing a light-sweater/jacket may benefit them. Instructors monitor the activity and well-being of students throughout the entirety of the instructional day, giving ample breaks and ensuring students stay well-hydrated. The students' safety is our top priority. We do ask parents remember this is a summer activity that is includes a lot of movement and physicality and to help students dress appropriately.
What if I have questions?
A lot of questions are answered in our Camp FAQ. If your question isn't answered there, you can give us a call at 773.893.0535 or email us at camps@ccdramatics.com. We'll do our best to answer any questions you might have!
Summer Camp 2019
The teachers were fantastic. They helped my daughter find all of her strengths and taught her how to shine.
My daughter loved the counselors and is begging to go back next summer!
LOVED everything thing about this camp!
Kim Payne, Parent, Lincoln Park, Chicago
My daughter loved the counselors and is begging to go back next summer!
LOVED everything thing about this camp!
Kim Payne, Parent, Lincoln Park, Chicago