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OUR MISSION
Improv Playhouse Performing Arts Camps (ACA accredited) involve your child in fun filled, local summer programming with stellar professional staff at prices for families looking for flexible choices and discriminating budgets.
Descriptions, Registrations and Locations Below
Performing Arts Camp Quotes
"I was so impressed by the whole camp...really blown away. Such talent, dedication and the directors were so completely invested in the productions..."
Angie C., Parent
Summer On Stage Quotes
"The musical numbers rocked, the dramatic scenes fun and funny and the pirate fight scenes as good as any Spaghetti Western. BTW, I understand the staff brought in professionals to show the kids how to learn real stage knock em, sock em!" North Shore Insider, Loren Grieff
SINCE 2000 A.D.!
OUR TENTH ANNIVERSARY YEAR!
ACTING - DRAMA - FILM
MAKING
IMPROV COMEDY - MUSICAL THEATRE
FASHION and PRINT MODELING
LINE REGIS
CAMPS DAY OFF MONDAY JULY 5
LIBERTYVILLE REGISTRATION BROCHURE CLICK
HIGHLAND PARK-NORTH SHORE REGISTRATION BROCHURE CLICK
ROUND LAKE BEACH REGISTRATION BROCHURE CLICK
FILM MAKING CAMPS BROCHURE CLICK
Grades 5-8 (10-13yrs) & Grades 8-12 (14-18yrs)
GREENBELT FOREST PRESERVE ACT-UP IMPROV CAMP CLICK
Monday June 21, 2010 - Friday June 25, 2010
9:00AM - 12:00PM 11-14 yrs
$55/child Lake County Resident
$75/child Non-Resident
HOLLY WOOD AUDITION WORKSHOP-LIBERTYVILLE
HOLLY WOOD AUDITION WORKSHOP-HIGHLAND PARK
On Camera and Acting Technique
With L.A. Casting Coach Diane Christainsen
Learn How To Land The Role
The Week of July 12-16
and a 1 day Intensive on July 10.
Times may vary depending upon age of students
Actors from Adults to 3rd Grade are invited to a ONE DAY YOUTH WORKSHOP in HIGHLAND PARK Saturday July 10 from 10-5:30pm, or three nights of workshop for the price of one in Libertyville, with Hollywood Acting Coach Diane Christiansen in Mid-July. We will provide Lunch for the kids! The Libertyville workshops are in the evening. Children will be working with adults and showcasing together on the final evening for the Libertyville workshop only..
2010 CAMP FEES HAVE NOT INCREASED! A GREAT VALUE FOR A TERRIFIC SUMMER!
Summer
Performing Arts Day Camps in Libertyville (Additional
classes, intensives and workshops will be held in the evening
and weekends. Please inquire.)
Musical
Theater, Improvisation, Film Making, Fashion and Print Modeling!!
Each camp session will offer unique
training and each camper will have the opportunity to explore
and focus upon new paths of creativity in the Performing Arts. Improv Playhouse emphasizes an environment
that nurtures every child as an individual artist, challenges
aspiring actors and inspires theater beginners. All levels
are encouraged to enroll. Programming will not be duplicated
from mornings to afternoons where applicable.
CAMP
LOCATIONS WILL BE HELD AT
Oak Grove Junior High (Grease)
1700 S. O'Plaine, Green Oaks, Off Peterson Rd./Rt.137 just east of St. Mary's Rd.)
Adler School (Summer Stock)
1740 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville, Just south of Peterson Rd./Rt. 137)
Improv
Playhouse Studio and
our Black Box Theater
Libertyville
116
W. Lake Street (West of Liberty Theater) & 735 N. Milwaukee
Avenue (Behind Caribou Coffee)
The Art Center-Highland Park
Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center
One Block north of Rollins on Rt. 83. West on Hook. Cross tracks to stop sign. Center is on Right.
ALL
CAMPERS WILL ENJOY (WHERE APPLICABLE):
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AIR CONDITIONED Theaters, Classroom w/fridge at all facilities..
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STAFF SUPERVISED: The school playground and fields for picnic
lunches, outdoor rehearsal and recreation.
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STAFF SUPERVISED: Dairy Queen! Smoothies! Wraps! Downtown
Libertyville, Highland Park and Buffalo Grove activities! Friday Lunch in the Park!
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Programming directed by entertainment business professionals.
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Classes taught by mature, gifted, nurturing drama specialists.
• If available: Behind the Scenes Field Trips to The Marriott Theater and Sound Stages
• Each child will receive ONE FREE Improv Playhouse
Performing Arts Camp T-Shirt
Additional T's $10.
MUSIC
THEATER CAMPS :
Entering
4th--9th Grade (Full Day Option Only)
3
AND 4 WEEK SESSIONS
Focus
on Musical Theater productions Broadway style with concentrations
in acting, voice, choreography and dance, sparking a young
person's imagination, building their communication skills
and instilling a sense of discipline, responsibility and dedication.
Final performances the last two days of camp.
LIBERTYVILLE
GLEE WEEK
August 9-13 10:00a-3:00p
Showcase 7:00 Friday 8/13
(12 yrs and older) some exceptions may apply
At the IP BLACK BOX THEATRE
735 N. Milwaukee
Inspired by the hit Fox Television Series of the same name! Be a part of an awesome week of song and dance – mashing up pop and Broadway hits - to create a Glee type final showcase. Led by vocal coach and director Liz Meyer and our staff of incredible professional coaches!
“GREASE” Theater Day Camp Grades 4-8
June 14-July 2 $650 CLOSED
OAK GROVE
MIDDLE SCHOOL
1700 S. O'Plaine, Green Oaks/ Libertyville (Just West of 294, East of St. Mary's off Rt. 137)
Grease had its Broadway premiere in 1972. In 1979, the show took over the record as the longest-running show in the history of Broadway and the film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John proved to be the highest-grossing movie musical ever. Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey created a perfect period piece of the 1950s: "fast, furious and fun, fun, fun". We know you'll have a blast in our "School"" version of this American Classic, with its tale about the lives of a group of teenagers in a small town called Rydall as they learn about being cool and acceptance.
"THE HEROES and HEROINES OF BROADWAY AND DISNEY"
Musical Theatre Camp Grades 4-8
July 12-July 23 $400
ADLER PARK SCHOOL
1740 N. Milwaukee, Libertyville, Just south of Peterson Rd./Rt. 137)
Did you ever want to try out for the role of Troy or Sharpay in High School Musical? Or annie or Jasmine or the Genie? Imagine a place where you can choose from a couple of lead roles and sing "Put on a Happy Face" from Bye, Bye Birdie, or "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" from Wizard of Oz, "Somewhere" from West Side Story, or Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" from Mary Poppins! Ever sing out loud where you can be your self among friends and teachers who just want you to do well and be all you can be! Adler Park, Adler Pool and the Marriott Theatre are just several of the fun things we will do in this two week long We'd love to have you with us as we count down the days of summer!
IMPROV-THEATRE GAMES CAMPS
Entering
3rd-5th and Entering 6th-9th Grade Camps
(Full
Day , A.M. or P.M.)
THE I.P. BLACK BOX THEATRE-LIBERTYVILLE
735 North Milwaukee Ave. (Behind
Caribou)
Half Day: $250 Full Day: $500
TWO
WEEK SESSIONS
SESSION ONE (6/14-6/25), SESSION TWO (6/28-7/09)
SESSION THREE (7/12-7/23), SESSION FOUR (7/26-8/6)
Improv and comedy summer fun! Improv Camp creates a sense of play through the theatre games made famous by the TV show "Whose Line is it Anyway?". Improv will build up each camper's spontanteity, self concept, poise, stage presence, outward focus and commitment to their comedy-performance team. Our pro-Improviser Counselors will foster a sense of play in the artistic process of theatre where improvisers will develop original comedy sketches. The final showcase will have you roaring with laughter!
FILM
MAKING CAMPS Grades 5-8 (10-13yrs), Grades 8-12 (14-18yrs)
(Full
Day Option Only) At our original Lake Street Studio, 116 W.
Lake Street , Libertyville
TWEEN FILM MAKING (2 WEEKS) 6/28-7/9
TWEEN FILM MAKING (2 WEEKS) 7/12-7/23
TEEN FILM MAKING (2 WEEKS) 7/26-8/6
Filmmaking campers will gain knowledge in every aspect of filmmaking. Our Filmmaking Camp Directors are chosen from professional ranks and some of the top film making schools in the country. They instruct teach our campers important elements of pre-production, production and post-production where our campers learn hands on filmmaking technique through digital technology and professional software. Campers
will be immersed in story boarding, shot list creation, casting, shooting
and digital film editing.
Pre-Production: The camper's pre-production planning will involve developing scripts, storyboards, location scouting, set design and casting.
Production:Young filmmakers will work closely with seasoned professionals and or college film strudents in specific crew positions, using props, wardrobe and set dressing if not on location shooting exterior scenes.
Post-Production: Our young filmmakers will study and evaluate each shot and select the best takes based on camera work, composition, continuity, sound quality and other criteria that we will dicuss as a group.
Screenwriting: Our young filmmakers will work with honing their ideas into scripts ready for production. Campers will be encouraged to bring in their stories for consideration, but it is not necessary.
Acting for Film with Script and Improv: Our young filmmakers with act themselves, but also with other performing arts campers when available. They will learn to do the best to live truthfully within their scenes. They first sharpen their listening skills and then work improvisationally, learning to concentrate, trust and collaborate with their teammates. They will get plenty of on-camera experience.
Film campers will be encouraged to bring their digital video cameras if available. All professional equipment, software,
digital tape and a duplicated copy of the final edited project(s)
on DVD are included in camp fees.
only $275
print and modeling camps
A full "How To" week of Fashion and Print Modeling
2 Sessions June 21-June 25 (FULL) & July 26-July30
For Young Ladies & Males 10-16yrs
TBA, 9:00-3:00pm,
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO SOON!
Develop Confidence, Style and the Appropriate Image for fun or as a career.
Do you dream of becoming a model? Did you know that it’s a fun career and a performing art?! This is an exciting and glam “boot camp” that will leave you with a ton of knowledge on how to take the next big step. Young ladies and men will be taught everything they need to know about the competitive fashion and print modeling industry in a week filled with runway technique, role playing, a healthy self concept, visits from pros and a final fashion showcase. What fun! Each day will focus on new activities that build upon each other.
ON-CAMERA MOVEMENT: It’s all in the eyes! How do you move in front t\of the lens and project that “it” attititude!
COMMERCIAL TV & FILM: If you watch the modeling “shows” you know that you have to have a personality in front of the camera. You’ll be coached, taped, taught how to audition and review what you’ve learned as you watch your work on our monitors.
RUNWAY: What’s our FASHION WEEK BOOT CAMP without Runway Training!? Turns. Pivots. It’s all choreographed and we’ll teach you the right way!
HEADHSHOTS: You’ve learned everything you need to turn that photo shoot into the poses needed for your headshot. IP works with one of the most sought after, franchised agency fashion photographers in the nation. We’ll set up a “mock” photo” session and you’ll have a chance to schedule your own location shoot with this renowned “Headshooter”.
FASHION WEEK SHOWCASE: The piece de la resistance! End camp with a fashion show highlighting everything you’ve learned through the week. You’ll strut in style and confidence down the runway dripping in the latest “looks” supplied by a our local Serendipity/Latitude Clothing Libertyville.
HIGHLAND PARK (4
Week & 2 Week Sessions)
GLEE WEEK (age appropriate)
August 9-13 10:00a-3:00p
Showcase 7:00 Friday 8/13
(12 yrs and older) some exceptions may apply
At THE ART CENTER HIGHLAND PARK
1957 Sheridan Road, HP just north of Central and south of Elm Place School.
Inspired by the hit Fox Television Series of the same name! Be a part of an awesome week of age appropriate song and dance – mashing up pop and Broadway hits - to create a Glee type final showcase. Led by our team of terrific coaches including former "Trouper", Choreographer and Coach Mallory Marcus, Glee Camp would be a great "practice" for future North Shore Traveling Troupers!
"SUMMER ON STAGE " Musical Theatre Camp
June 14-July 9 $875
(Entering Grds 4-8)
THE ART CENTER HIGHLAND PARK
1957 Sheridan Road, HP just north of Central and south of Elm Place School.
This exciting IP Performing Arts Day Camp is for children who love to sing, act and dance! Summer
On Stage, a North Shore tradition, will provide you and your friends with a great opportunity to develop “triple threat”
skills including learning some of the best of Broadway or original music. Our professional
theatre artists and counselors will take you to a Chicago area production, strolls to downtown
HP for treats and rehearse an original musical theatre showcase from audition to performance
topping off the perfect summer.
"The musical numbers rocked, the dramatic scenes fun and funny and the pirate fight scenes as good as any Spaghetti Western. BTW, I understand the staff brought in professionals to show the kids how to learn real stage knock em, sock em!" North Shore Insider, Loren Grieff
"THE HEROES and HEROINES OF BROADWAY AND DISNEY"
Musical Theatre Camp
July 12-August 6 $800 ($200/week)
(Entering Grds 4-8)
THE ART CENTER HIGHLAND PARK
1957 Sheridan Road, HP just north of Central and south of Elm Place School
Did you ever want to try out for the role of Troy or Sharpay in High School Musical? Or annie or Jasmine or the Genie? Imagine a place where you can choose from a couple of lead roles and sing "Put on a Happy Face" from Bye, Bye Birdie, or "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" from Wizard of Oz, "Somewhere" from West Side Story, or Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" from Mary Poppins! Ever sing out loud where you can be your self among friends and teachers who just want you to do well and be all you can be! Adler Park, Adler Pool and the Marriott Theatre are just several of the fun things we will do in this two week long We'd love to have you with us as we count down the days of summer!
IMPROV-THEATRE GAMES CAMPS
Entering
3rd-5th and Entering 6th-9th Grade Camps
(Full
Day , A.M. or P.M.)
THE ART CENTER HIGHLAND PARK (Entering Grds 4-9)
1957 Sheridan Road, HP just north of Central, south of Elm Place School.
Half Day: $250 Full Day: $500
TWO
WEEK SESSIONS
SESSION ONE (6/14-6/25), SESSION TWO (6/28-7/09)
SESSION THREE (7/12-7/23), SESSION FOUR (7/26-8/6)
Improv and comedy summer fun! Improv Camp creates a sense of play through the theatre games made famous by the TV show "Whose Line is it Anyway?". Improv will build up each camper's spontanteity, self concept, poise, stage presence, outward focus and commitment to their comedy-performance team. Our pro-Improviser Counselors will foster a sense of play in the artistic process of theatre where improvisers will develop original comedy sketches. The final showcase will have you roaring with laughter!
PUPPET PALS
$125/session.
Ages 4-6yrs (2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks)
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30-11:30
Campers, ages 4-6, will learn to make and perform with a variety of puppets and adapt stories,
add music and sound effects. All campers will have terrific fun as they create their own puppet
characters out of developmentally appropriate media. They will present a production at the
end of each session. Counselors are all nurturing professional puppeteers and arts staff of
Improv Playhouse.
PUPPET PLAYHOUSE
$125/session..
Ages 7-9yrs (2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks).
Tuesday and Thursdays 9:30-11:30
Campers, ages 7-9, will learn to make and perform with a variety of puppets and adapt stories,
add music and sound effects. All campers will have terrific fun as they create their own puppet
characters out of developmentally appropriate media. They will present a production at the end
of each session. Counselors are all nurturing professional puppeteers and arts staff of Improv
Playhouse.
VERNON HILLS
EVENING SESSION
"SUESSICAL" Grades 4-8
VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT SULLIVAN CENTER $225 res., $282 non-res
June 15-July 30 T & Th 7:00-9:00p CLOSED
A delight for young actors to perform, Seussical is now one of the most-performed shows in America! In this fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza, all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters are brought to life, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo. "Oh, the Thinks You Can Think" captures the show's spirit of imagination, as the colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
Ages: 9-15 year olds
No auditions! Mandatory parent/cast meeting at 7:00 pm before the first rehearsal. Performances 7/29 & 30 7:30pm. Mandatory parent/cast meeting at the first rehearsal. Sullivan Center Community
"SHOWSTOPPERS" mini camp Grades 4-8
VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT SULLIVAN CENTER $225 res., $282 non-res.
August 9-13, M-Fri 9:00-3:00p Showcase at the end!
Improv Playhouse Showstoppers will have a fun filled Broadway experience as they rehearse for their end-of-camp showcase exhibiting the skills they've learned through the week. You'll be working on choreography, vocals and scenes from some of your favorite shows. Bring a brown bag lunch and some cash for goodies! We'll take breaks to the park during the day!
AFTER CAMP SUMMER STOCK! Grades 3-8
VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT SULLIVAN CENTER $300 res., $375 non-res.
(Two Sessions) June/14-July 9 & July 12-August 6, M-Fr 4:00-6:30p 75
We all love Camp! But what do you do after camp? For children who need after summer school or after camp care! Children will have a blast, engaged with Improv Playhouse professional staff in Theatre, Improv, Music and other Performing Arts activities that will bring out their inner Summer Stock Superstar
(showcase performance at the end, for family and friends).
ROUND LAKE BEACH
4
WEEK SESSIONS
"ANNIE " Musical Theatre Camp
June 14-July 9 CLOSED
Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center Main Stage $400
In Cooperation with I.P.Creative Education and Outreach
It's upbeat plot and flamboyant characters have made Annie one of the most beloved musicals in history--what girl hasn't dreamed of performing the title role or playing the outrageous Miss Hannigan? Cast size is flexible, and the age range of the parts makes Annie Junior ideal for productions involving different grade levels, or for middle school where students may be maturing at different rates. The bright, tuneful score is easy to sing and filled with familiar numbers.
“SUMMER STOCK” Theater Day Camp
July 12-August 6
Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center Main Stage $400
In Cooperation with I.P.Creative Education and Outreach
Nothing beats the thrill of opening night! This exciting performing arts day camp is designed for young actors who love to sing, act and dance and provides a great opportunity to develop skills and gain experience in the performing arts. Campers spend part of their day developing skills in drama, dance and voice. Apsiring young actors and actresses will be guided through the process of creating their own original musical production (some music may be adapted from established shows) from audition to performance and taught the techniques that will lead to success topping off a terrific summer. Other camp activities include a field trip to behind the scenes at a professional theatre company, recreation at nearby parks and forest preserves and tons of fun with your friends!
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