SUMMER CAMPS

 

Given the current guidelines from the province, we believe we will be able to go ahead with in-person camps this summer. COVID-related protocols and processes will be determined in line with public health requirements and recommendations. Further details will be provided as we get closer to the start of camp.

Join Centre Stage Theatre School at one or more of our summer camp programs, running weekly from July 8th to August 16th, 2024.

Camps are a great way to make new friends, learn new skills, develop your creativity and have fun acting, singing, and dancing as well as creating and performing in a production.

Students will explore techniques and activities such as stage movement, characterization, improvisation, vocal work, theatre dance, theatre games, singing, storytelling, warm-up and cool-down activities, as well as the creation of props, scenery, and costumes. Students will be grouped according to age wherever possible.

At the end of each week, everyone will perform in a show for parents and/or guardians in the Centre Stage Studio Theatre (COVID-19 guidelines and requirements permitting).

Camps run weekly from July 8th to August 16th, 2024 at 3505 Mainway, Burlington

The camp content and performances are different each week.

Hours: 9:00-4:00 Mon.-Fri.
Ages 6-16
Registration: $225.00 +HST per week ($180+HST for holiday weeks)*

Prices listed above do not include HST.

The Program

The program focuses on developing strong acting skills while emphasizing self-confidence, expression, creativity, concentration, self-esteem, individual style, and public speaking and group cooperation skills, all in an atmosphere of fun and excitement.

The environment is welcoming, rewarding, challenging, and supportive. We have built variety into the program, so that campers remain involved and everyone has an opportunity to participate fully.  Students have the opportunity to meet new friends, learn new skills, and have FUN.

The program grew out of founder Helen Zdriluk’s many years of experience as an arts educator and our strong belief in the value of education in and through theatre and music theatre. Our goals are to nurture each student’s imagination, develop theatre skills, boost self-esteem and enable students to perform in a safe and supportive environment.  Based on our philosophy that theatre skills mirror life skills, our programs develop theatre skills that will be valuable in academic, social and personal contexts.

The benefits of drama education include an increase in:

  • Self confidence

  • Presentation and speaking skills

  • Imagination

  • Empathy

  • Concentration and focus

  • Problem-solving skills

  • Organizational skills

  • Memory

  • Physical fitness

  • Sense of commitment

  • Self-discipline

  • Social awareness

  • Capacities for cooperation and collaboration

  • Communication skills

  • Literacy

  • Aesthetic appreciation