Camp Information
Flying Monkeys Theatre Day Camp is designed to spark the imagination and promote teamwork, with a focus on the creative process. Whether new to theatre or experienced thespians, students will enjoy developing new skills and being involved in all aspects of theatre. In addition to learning lines, songs and dances, students will help develop the set and costumes for their show. The week will end with performances of the musical, allowing the students to share their experience with family and friends.
Notes for Parents:
Please plan to attend a 15 minute orientation on the first day of camp beginning at 12:45pm.
Drop off time is 12:45-1:00pm daily
Pick up time is 5:00pm Mon. – Thu. and 4:30pm on Fri.
A healthy snack, juice and water will be provided each day.
Fees:
Tuition is $100, which includes 2 tickets to final performance. There is a $10 camp discount for multiple registrations in the same family. (First child is $100; all others are $90 each). $20 of the tuition for each child is due with the registration as a non-refundable deposit. The remainder of the tuition is due by the first day of camp. Limited scholarship opportunities are available. Inquire with registration.
Questions?
Please contact Nancy Crossman at njcrossman@aol.com or 309-221-6744.
Music Lessons
Dan Feser offers individual lessons on a variety of instuments: guitar, piano, bass fiddle, bass guitar, dobro, mandolin, violin and others. Lessons focus on teaching musical basics and theory, which apply to all types of music, and expands every level of student's abilities. Weekly, half hour lessons are adapted to the student's learning style. Hour long lessons are also available.
Dates:Contact instructor:
309-255-7834.
Cost: $15 per half hour
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Art Classes and Workshops
Labyrinth classes
Labyrinth classes would explore the history of labyrinths and
their uses, different types of labyrinths and how to design
them. Classical, Medieval, Baltic and contemporary designs will be explored
as well as a variety of different labyrinth walks for groups and individuals.
No experience necessary, tools needed: compass, ruler, pencil and paper,
all supplied. Class could meet for an hour and a half once
a week for four weeks. No special requirements. Teachers earn six CPDUs for this workshop.
Dates:To be announced
Cost: To be determined
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A Labyrinth workshop
A Labyrinth workshop would explore the history of labyrinths and their uses, different types of labyrinths and how to design them. An in-depth explanation of Sacred Geometry in architecture and its uses cross-culturally. A variety of designs will be explored on paper and three temporary installations will be made. Multiple labyrinth walks for groups and individuals will be experienced as well as a discussion about the benefits of walking a labyrinth, how to get a labyrinth group started and how to maintain a labyrinth once it is installed. No experience necessary, tools needed: compass, ruler, pencil and paper. No special requirements. Teachers earn six CPDUs for this workshop.
Dates:To be announced
Cost: To be determined
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Mandala classes
Mandala classes would include a short meditation with a specific
theme and then explore different design processes using a compass, straight-edge, protractor and pencil and colored with oil pastels, colored pencils and chalk. A different theme (Personal mandalas,Tibetan Thankas, Native American Medicine Wheels, Christian Rose Windows, Celtic patterns, et cetera) would
be explored each evening with time to design and color each mandala. No special requirements.Teachers earn six CPDUs for this workshop.
Dates:To be announced
Cost: To be determined
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A Mandala workshop
A Mandala workshop would include a more intensive opportunity for creative self-exploration in an intimate group setting through the use of various
meditations, mandala designs and other inspirational tools. The object of the workshop would be for the participant to identify personality characteristics through archetypes and to develop an individual iconography with which one might create mandalas to use as meditation tools. No special requirements. Teachers earn six CPDUs for this workshop.
Dates:To be announced
Cost: To be determined
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The Beginners Guide to Creating the Universe
A loose interpretation
of a great book that explores Sacred Geometry in art, nature and the cosmos as seen through the numbers one through ten. Materials needed: compass, ruler, pencil, protractor. Class size limited to 20. No math skills required.Teachers earn six CPDUs for this workshop.
Dates:To be announced
Cost: To be determined
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Class Descriptions
Drama Classes and Workshops
Flying Monkeys Theatre Day Camp
A Day Camp for kids with an interest in theatre. This year,
the children will participate in all aspects of staging the musical “How
to Eat Like a Child.” No previous theatre, singing or dancing experience
or skills are required—just a desire to have fun!
Who: Kids who have completed 1st through 8th grade.
When: Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 15, 2011
Monday - Thursday: 1:00pm - 5:00pm;
Friday: 1:00pm
- 4:30pm
Play Performances: Friday, July 15, 7:30pm and
Saturday, July 16, 4:00pm
Where: West Central Illinois Arts Center
25 East Side Square, Macomb, IL
Why: To learn new skills, develop new talents, make new friends, stretch your imagination, and have fun!
How: Complete the registration form and send with appropriate fees to WCIAC, P.O. Box 692, Macomb, IL 61455. Detailed fee information is provided on the next page. Registration deadline is June 28, 2011.
