AGE 4 - GRADE K

Pirates & Mermaids
Age 4 - Grade K
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #1

A vast ye mateys! Batten down the hatches and beware of the mystical mermaids and tricky pirates that dwell in this creative drama camp. Join us as we adventure on the high seas and use our actor’s tools (body, voice, mind, and imagination) to explore stories about ocean adventures. Each day in this camp, our trained Early Childhood teaching team leads campers in an exploration of a seaworthy story, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These play-based lessons build an arts vocabulary as students embody each day's exciting new characters and settings.

Rumble in the Jungle
Age 4 - Grade K
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #2

“There’s a rumble in the jungle, there’s a whisper in the trees. The animals are waking up and rustling the leaves.” Pack your binoculars and your sense of adventure as we begin our safari in search of mischievous monkeys, lazy lions, and slippery snakes. Each day in this camp, our trained Early Childhood teaching team leads campers in an exploration of a jungle story, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These play-based lessons build an arts vocabulary as students embody each day's exciting new characters and settings.

Commotion in the Ocean
Age 4 - Grade K
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #3

“There’s a curious commotion at the bottom of the ocean. I think we ought to go and take a look!” Brave the depths of the ocean and the curious characters that live there as we dive into different stories about fish, sharks, pirates, and mermaids! Each day in this camp, our trained Early Childhood teaching team leads campers through an exploration of an under-the-sea story, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These play-based lessons build an arts vocabulary as students embody each day's exciting new characters and settings.

GRADES 1-2

Drama Detectives
Grades 1-2
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #4

Grab your magnifying glass, because it’s time for some serious sleuthing! Together, we will use our actor’s tools of body, voice, mind, and imagination to solve mysteries that only truly creative detectives can conquer. Where did the queen’s diamond disappear to, who left those footprints in the garden, and what’s that sound coming from the museum? Each day in this camp, our teaching artist teams lead campers in exploration of a whodunit story, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These hands-on activities build an arts vocabulary as your child embodies each day's exciting new characters and settings.

Dragon Tales
Grades 1-2
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #5

Step into a world of adventure and meet different dragons through some of our favorite stories such as (but not limited to) Dragons Love Tacos, Puff the Magic Dragon, and My Father’s Dragon. Each day in this camp, our teaching artist teams lead campers in exploration of a fun tale, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These hands-on activities build an arts vocabulary as your child embodies each day's exciting new characters and settings.

Disney Drama
Grades 1-2
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #6

Who hasn’t dreamt of being Elsa as she creates her ice castle or Aladdin riding on his magic carpet? Your dreams can come true – all you need to do is wish upon a star! Using our actor’s tools of body, voice, mind, and imagination, campers work together to act out their favorite Disney tales. Each day in this camp, our trained Early Childhood teaching team leads campers in an exploration of a story or concept based on the camp's theme, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These play-based lessons build an arts vocabulary as students embody each day's exciting new characters and settings.

Adventures On The High Seas
Grades 1-2
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #7

Ahoy, me mateys! Where shall we sail to today? Maybe we’ll voyage to Mermaid Island with Pirate Pete or sail through the Caribbean! Learn how to talk like a pirate and swim like a mermaid as we develop our problem-solving skills and a keen eye for hidden treasure. Each day in this camp, our teaching artist teams lead campers in exploration of a swashbuckling story, followed by mini-lessons in drama, art, song, instrument play, or movement to bring the story to life. These hands-on activities build an arts vocabulary as your child embodies each day's exciting new characters and settings.

GRADES 2-4

Musical Production Camp, Jr: Seussical KIDS
Grades 2-4
10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sampler #8

Perform in a musical at Imagination Stage! Under the guidance of highly-skilled teaching artists, campers learn valuable theatre arts skills in acting, singing, movement, and backstage design, all while rehearsing a production.
Seussical KIDS: This musical tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton’s challenge is twofold – not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping, and a trial, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community emerge triumphant! Join our ensemble of Dr. Seuss characters in this fantastical musical featuring songs such as “Oh, The Thinks You Can Think!” and “Alone In The Universe.”

Musical Production Camp, JR: The Emperor’s New Clothes
Grades 2-4
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sampler #9

Perform in a musical at Imagination Stage! Under the guidance of highly skilled teaching artists, campers learn valuable theatre arts skills in acting, singing, movement, and backstage design, all while rehearsing a production.
The Emperor’s New Clothes: In this humorous, classic tale, a good-hearted but gullible king is duped by a set of scoundrels who weave an invisible suit of clothes, which “only the wise can see.” Join our fairy tale ensemble of royalty, court ministers, townspeople, and cunning rogues in this clever adaptation featuring songs like “We’re Gonna Stitch and Sew” and “An Average Fairy-Tale Kingdom.”

GRADES 3-5

Legends of the Greeks
Grades 3-5
9:45 a.m. - 10:05 a.m.
Sampler #10

Campers explore Greek mythology and use the ancient stories as a springboard to explore and discover legendary characters such as Zeus, Athena, and Hercules. Using both classic Greek stories as well as modern adaptations (such as Percy Jackson), students gain a better understanding of story structure and given circumstances, as well as character motivation and positive ensemble work.

Improvisation
Grades 3-5
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #11

Improvisation is the art of acting without a script! This camp introduces students to a style of acting that encourages spontaneous character and conflict choices. Campers work with theatre games and short-form scenes, addressing important theatre skills such as active listening, clarity of choices and intent, confidence, timing, and teamwork to develop intuitive performers.

Hip-Hop
Grades 3-5
10:15 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.
Sampler #12

Dancers explore the culture and movement of hip-hop expression. Skills explored include popping & locking movement, foot-work, and the break dancing style featured in popular movies and music videos. Dancers build technique, strength, and flexibility while learning fast-paced routines and high-energy choreography. If you love to dance, this camp is for you!

Broadway Dance Sampler
Grades 3-5
10:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.
Sampler #13

This dance camp explores popular numbers from several Broadway hit shows. Students develop choreographed routines, integrating steps and movement while learning jazz and musical theatre technique. The goal of the camp is to help students interested in performing in musicals advance their dance skills and develop their ability to learn different styles of choreography while also conveying character and expression. If you love Broadway, this camp is for you!

Intro to Acting
Grades 3-5
11:15 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.
Sampler #14

Campers are introduced to the foundational concepts of acting through a variety of fun exercises where they explore physical control, human behavior observations, and realistic actions and reactions. Campers focus on creating sustainable and believable characters, moments, and truthful actions for the stage. Through games and activities, campers develop an ensemble with one another in order to construct an environment where they can effectively explore, make bold choices, and take risks!

Shakespeare Stories
Grades 3-5
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #15

This camp is a fun introduction to performing the classical language and characters of the most famous playwright in history: William Shakespeare! Through a variety of games, exercises, and ensemble-based scene work, students develop an understanding of the language and how to communicate complex character arcs and heightened plots for the stage.

GRADES 5-9

Musical Production Camp: Freaky Friday
Grades 5-9
10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sampler #16

The musical production experience with Imagination Stage is not just about putting up a show, but immersing campers in performance technique and theatre appreciation. In the full camp, half the day is spent in a variety of skill building classes, from the core subjects of acting, singing, and dance to specialty skills such as stage combat and dialects. The second half of the day is spent applying those skills to the rehearsal of a musical. Imagination Stage performances reflect the sophisticated training of our actors.
Freaky Friday is written by Bridget Carpenter (of TV’s "Friday Night Lights" and "Parenthood") with music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey (Next to Normal and If/Then). When an uber-organized mother and her spontaneous teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right. Masquerading as each other, they must work together to solve the mystery of how to break the spell. By spending a day in each other's shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another in a way they never could have imagined. In the end, both learn the true power of love and the strength of the bond between mother and daughter in this heartfelt and hilarious adaptation.

Musical Production Camp: Shrek The Musical JR
Grades 5-9
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sampler #17

The musical production experience with Imagination Stage is not just about putting up a show, but immersing campers in performance technique and theatre appreciation. In the full camp, half the day is spent in a variety of skill building classes, from the core subjects of acting, singing, and dance to specialty skills such as stage combat and dialects. The second half of the day is spent applying those skills to the rehearsal of a musical. Imagination Stage performances reflect the sophisticated training of our actors.
Shrek The Musical JR is written by award winners David Lindsay-Abaire (book) and Jeanine Tesori (music and lyrics). Based on the DreamWorks film, our beloved ogre, Shrek, wakes up one morning to find his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message about finding true acceptance.

GRADES 6-8

Dance: Greatest Showman
Grades 6-8
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.
Sampler #18

This dance camp draws from the block-buster movie, The Greatest Showman! Campers learn the basics of jazz and musical theatre dance, while developing performance skills, portraying character, and rehearsing choreography.

Improvisation
Grades 6-8
12:15 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Sampler #19

Improvisation is the art of acting without a script! This camp introduces campers to a style of acting that encourages spontaneous character and conflict choices. Campers work with theatre games and short-form scenes, addressing important theatre skills such as active listening, clarity of choices and intent, confidence, timing, and teamwork to develop intuitive performers.

Film Open House
Grades 6-8
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Sampler #20

Students and parents are welcome to drop in to the media studio over the course of this hour for a tour of the high-end video equipment we use for our filmmaking classes and camps. Digital Media Director, David Stern, will give an overview of the curriculum of filmmaking camps from introductory to advanced opportunities.

* Schedule is subject to change