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Many of our Illinois Performing Arts Camps offer Fall Performing Arts Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in September, 2025.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Performing Arts Camp you're interested in a call to check on Fall dates, times and availability.
Many of our Performing Arts Camps will be hosting Fall Reunions for their previous campers, and Fall Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for September, 2025.
Looking for a Great Illinois Performing Arts Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Illinois Day Performing Arts Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Illinois Summer Performing Arts Camps also offer Year Round Performing Arts Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Performing Arts Programs, too.
Searching for Illinois Performing Arts Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Performing Arts Camps are now listing their 2025-26 Fall Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Fall Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL IL Camps with Fall Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
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FEATURED PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Falcon Camp
Carrollton, OH
216.991.2489
Ages: 6 - 16 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Widely recognized throughout the midwest as Ohio's premier summer camp since 1959, Falcon Camp offers a beautiful lakefront setting, a talented experienced staff and a wide variety of activities. Falcon provides an atmosphere that encourages young people to grow in spirit, skills, understanding, relationships, and attitudes. Fun for Now, Skills for Life is not just a catchy logo phrase but truly defines what Falcon is about.
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FEATURED PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Camp Pillsbury
Owatonna, Minnesota
507-214-2200
Ages: 6-17 . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Pillsbury is a unique summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Strong offerings in Theater, Circus, Music, Dance, Sports, Magic, Technology, and more. More than 100 activities! Campers choose their activities daily, making each day special for each individual camper. Five, 2 WEEK sleepaway sessions begin June 14th to August 23rd. Enroll now at CampPillsbury.com.
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FEATURED PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Brave Arts Theatre Workshop
Weston, Massachusetts
508-314-1792
Ages: 7-15 for day session, 11-18 for overnight session . Coed Campers. Overnight Camp. Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Brave Arts is a musical theater summer program for all levels of performers taught by professional actors and musicians. We teach the skills of musical theater on-stage while building community and confidence one child at a time off-stage. Each session ends with a showcase of theater and pop/rock songs and dances, featuring special moments for all of our performers. Don’t be surprised if you hear your child saying, “There's no place like home" - their Brave Arts home!
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FEATURED PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Camp Lantern Creek
Montgomery, Texas
936-597-8225
Ages: 7 - 17 . All Girl Campers. Overnight Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: While summer might look a little different this year, Camp Lantern Creek promises it will continue to bring the Creeker spirit to our campers and families this summer! CLC Unique, our virtual camp option, will begin on June 22, and will consist of week-long sessions that will offer one-of-a-kind programs unique to each session. Through our virtual programming, we will create memories with our new and seasoned Creekers, virtually.
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Visit Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Website
1-888-709-8324
info[AT]iDTech.com
Held at 150+ prestigious campuses nationwide
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day, Overnight, and Weekend programs available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps are located at prestigious campuses nationwide. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.idtech.com to find a location near you.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camps are held on university and school campuses. Most overnight campers stay in dorms and get the "college experience".
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU.
Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
Just 5-10 students per instructor (maximum 10) so students can e¬njoy personalized learning at their pace.
The top universities on the planet—Stanford, NYU, Caltech—have trusted and hosted our programs for over 15 years, inspiring students to dream BIG.
Want to learn from an energetic Stanford computer science major? A virtual reality guru from NYU? A game developer who wants to share her lifelong passion? We’ve bet our reputation on recruiting the top instructors in the country. Our 8:1 student-to-instructor guarantee ensures customized learning with the smallest class sizes, leading to “a-ha moments” and awesome outcomes. iD Tech summer courses are inclusive of every skill level and learning style.
Today, every career—from art to engineering to social work—requires a strong foundation in tech. With a focus on skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration, our courses pave the way for bright futures in any field. Whether your child dreams of working at Facebook or Google, launching their own startup, or founding a nonprofit, their long-term skill development pathway starts here.
iD Tech also offers early-education STEM programs, all-girls tech camps, teen-only academies, and an online learning platform.
Get started today at Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com or call (888) 709-8324 and join iD Tech as they inspire the makers of tomorrow.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com for the most up to date information on sessions, dates, and fees.
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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 618
Be sure to ask each Illinois Performing Arts Camp about the amount of performing arts instruction and the overall intensity of their performing arts program.
Some Top Illinois Performing Arts Camps offer rigorous daily performing arts training and lots of intensive performing arts experience. Other great Illinois Camps offer performing arts as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Provision Theater Youth Program Summer Camp Website
312-455-0066
lfloyd[AT]provisiontheater.org
1001 W Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60608
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. M-F, 9am-3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join us for a week of theater education, application, and performance at Provision Theater! This musical theatre based camp is for kids ages 5-14 who are interested in taking the stage...whether it's for the first time or the 100th time. Every week features a completely different theme culminating in a dynamic showcase performance for family and friends!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on the southwest corner of West Roosevelt Road and South Morgan Street. You must access the building's main entrance which is located through the parking lot on South Morgan (there is no accessible entrance on Roosevelt).
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CAMP FACILITIES: 210-seat theater complete with a large stage and accessible backstage areas for rehearsals and workshops, along with a green room and dressing rooms for additional space as needed.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Join us for a week of theatre education, application, and performance at Provision Theater's Summer Camp! This musical theatre based camp is for kids ages 5 & up who are interested in taking the stage whether it's for the first time or the 100th time. Each camper will receive an authentic summer camp t-shirt along with a camp photo! DVDs of each showcase performance will be available to order, as well. Stay tuned for more details regarding daily activities and workshops, including some very exciting additions to our curriculum!
Led by a staff of highly trained, nurturing professionals, daily activities include workshops in acting, dancing and singing games that further explore the principals and foundation tools learned throughout the day while strengthening collaboration and team building skills special topics workshops in areas such as scenic artistry, costuming, and makeup design to name a few...and rehearsals for an end of the week showcase performance. In addition to gaining a solid understanding of the creative process involved in putting on a production, campers will be empowered to become more self-confidant, equipped to express themselves creatively, and encouraged to make informed choices not only as artists but as budding citizens of society.
There are eight different weeks to choose from, depending on the campers ages and interests, and each week features a completely different theme and production showcase. Registration includes an authentic Provision Theater Summer Camp T-shirt. In addition to wearing comfortable clothes that are easy to move in, all campers must wear sneakers or close-toed shoes and should pack a daily lunch, snack, and water bottle, along with a journal and pencil for taking notes throughout workshops and rehearsals. Come be a part of this creative, enriching, and unforgettable experience!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Provision Theater Youth Program also offers after-school classes during the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Visit Our Camp Website Link: provisiontheater.org for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Week 1: June 13-17 (ages 5-7) SHREK
Week 2: June 20-24 (ages 7-9) PETER PAN
Week 3: June 27-July 1 (ages 9-11) ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Week 4: July 11-15 (ages 11-14) LEGALLY BLONDE
Week 5: July 18-July 22 (ages 5-7) THE MUPPETS
Week 6: July 25-July 29 (ages 7-9) DESCENDANTS
Week 7: August 1-August 5 (ages 9-11) THE ADDAMS FAMILY
Week 8: August 8-12 (ages 11-14) LES MIS
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Provision Theater Youth Program Summer Camp
Some Illinois Performing Arts Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Illinois Performing Arts Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Page to Screen at the Actors Training Center Website
847-251-8710
info[AT]actorstrainingcenter.com
1122 Central Ave
2nd Floor
Wilmette, Illinois 600091
CAMPER AGES: 4th - 8th & 9th - 12th Grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday - Friday, dates and times depend on age (listed below)
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This unique summer program has students working from an original short film script written by the students under the guidance of professional storyteller and actress, Stephanie Chavara or professional improviser, Tim Soszko. Next we bring in a professional filmmaker and students experience acting and working on a movie set while building important interpersonal skills. Their film will be screened for the public at a red carpet premiere at the the Wilmette Theatre. Our 9th – 12th grade section delves into a more sophisticated and comprehensive approach to filmmaking.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located approximately 20 miles from the Chicago Loop in the beautiful suburb of Wilmette, IL. We are about a 30-40 minute drive from the heart of the city.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We are located on the second floor of the historic Wilmette Theatre. Our accommodations include two studios, a theatre, and an off-site auxiliary space, under a 5 minute drive away from our central campus.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Actors Training Center has been a reputable center from training actors K - Adult for almost a decade.
Our executive director, Carole Dibo, is constantly in touch with what the industry needs and expects from actors of all ages.
With frequent guest instructors like LA Casting Director Deb Dion & House of Cards Casting Director, Julie Schubert; Chicago talent agents from Stewart, Gray, and Paonessa; and Writer/Director David Singer, Dibo implements topical and critical lessons from current industry professionals into every class available at ATC.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We do offer financial aid for students. More information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.actorstrainingcenter.org.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Actors Training Center offers year-round training for actors Kindergarten - Adult. We offer current, up-to-date training from professionals in the industry: actors, writers, directors from Chicago and as far as L.A.
For more information about our Fall, Winter, & Spring class, visit our WEBSITE at: Our Camp Website Link: www.actorstrainingcenter.org or CONTACT our office: 847.251.8710 | email: info[AT]actorstrainingcenter.com.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We are offer two sections: a 4th - 8th Grade division and a 9th - 12th Grade section!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
PAGE TO SCREEN
4th-8th Grade
July 3rd - July 14th // 9:00am - 1:00pm
(there will be class on July 4th)
9th - 12th Grade
June 19th - June 30th // 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Both sections are $925
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Page to Screen at the Actors Training Center
Visit Our Two Roads Theatre Project - Summer Acting Lab 2018 Website
312-772-3057
tworoadschicago[AT]gmail.com
Pendulum Space
1803 W. Byron St., Suite 215
Chicago, Illinois 60613
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. July 16th - 29th, M-F, 9:00am - 12pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Explore the art of acting at our Summer Acting Lab! Through the use of exercises and activities, students in our small classes will learn the basics of Acting, express their inherent creativity, and most importantly, have fun in the process! This collaborative experience culminates in a final performance of an original theater piece devised by the class. Come join our camp and be a part of a community of artists! All levels of experience are welcome.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Individualized attention and small student/teacher ratios are priorities of our program.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Chicago. Classes will meet at Pendulum Space at 1803 West Byron Street (2nd floor, Suites 215-216), a secure building dedicated to educational and art class facilities. We are near the Ravenswood/Lincoln Square/North Center neighborhoods.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities include three acting studios and an adjacent lobby.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please email tworoadschicago[AT]gmail.com to inquire about scholarship opportunities.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The Summer Acting Lab runs from July 16th - July 29th, 2018.
Classes meet Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 12pm.
The Lab includes 10 class sessions over a period of two weeks (Monday- Friday, July 16th - 29th) and a short performance on the evening of 7/30.
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.tworoadschicago.com for more details!
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Two Roads Theatre ProjectSummer Acting Lab 2018
Visit Our One Step Programs Website
312-924-4220
312-235-6838
dperkins[AT]onestepcamp.org
300 Conference Point Road
Williams Bay, Wisconsin 53191
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Park City, Utah
Springfield, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
Washington DC
Walworth, Wisconsin
Charlotte, North Carolina
Mauston, Wisconsin
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
213 W. Institute Pl. Suite 511
Chicago, Illinois 60610
CAMPER AGES: 5 - 19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. 3-day, up to two-week long programs
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are an organization that provides programs to help campers with the special medical needs that they may have as a result of treatment for cancer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Our main program is located on the the beachfront of Lake Geneva, approximately 1 hour from Milwaukee, and 1 1/2 hours Northwest of Chicago, Ill.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: While we only ask parents for 10% of the cost, for a camper to attend a program, we offer partial or full camperships for families who may not be able to afford the tuition for a program.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Brain Tumor Family Camp that is specifically designed for families with a child with a Brain Tumor diagnosis, and/or a Brain Tumor Survivor.
In addition, we have out "general" Family Camp for families with a child that has a cancer diagnosis, and/or are a survivor.
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One Step Programs
Visit Our The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts Camp Website
847-328-2795
email[AT]actorsgymnasium.org
927 Noyes St.
Evanston, Illinois 60201
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
927 Noyes Street
Suite 100
Evanston, IL 60201
CAMPER AGES: 9-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays, 9am-4pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts Camp is perfect for young performers who want to strengthen, stretch and flex their physical and creative muscles. Each day begins with a rigorous warm-up, followed by training and workshops in circus and aerial arts, physical theatre and drama, and dance. Students learn juggling, tumbling, static trapeze, Spanish web, tightwire, stilts, and more; take fun-filled field trips; and create and perform their very own circus-theatre performance at the end of the session! Camp is directed by Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: The Actors Gymnasium offers Special Needs classes throughout the year. For more information, visit our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.actorsgymnasium.org
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Gymnastics, Team Sports, and more. Circus, Performing Arts, Aerial Skills, Tumbling
CAMP LOCATION: The Actors Gymnasium is located within the Noyes Cultural Arts Center at 927 Noyes, Evanston, Illinois. We are right at the Noyes stop on the CTA purple line.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Classes and camps are taught in two spaces; our Gym is a 3,000 sq/ft gymnasium space that features a 1,600 sq/ft sprung floor, and a fully rigged 24 foot ceiling. Our Studio is a 900 sq/ft classroom space that features a floating sprung White Oak dance floor, a fully rigged 14 foot ceiling, a handstand wall, conditioning ladders, and room length 12 foot mirrors for aerial work.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp is directed by Sylvia Hernandez-DiStasi. Sylvia, recently returned from a successful tour of Lookingglass Alice, is a second generation circus performer who grew up touring with various circuses, including Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus. She also performed at The Circus World Championships in London, England. In 1990 she moved to Chicago and began her career as a circus teacher and choreographer. Sylvia is a co-founder of The Actors Gymnasium and an Artistic Associate of The Lookingglass Theatre Company. Other theater credits include The Lyric Opera of Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Chicago Children’s Theater, Marriott Theater, and The Steppenwolf Theatre, among others. She recently won the Illinois Theatre Association’s Award of Honor, the 3Arts award for design, and she has been nominated for six Joseph Jefferson Awards for her choreography, winning five.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Visit our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.actorsgymnasium.org, for scholarship information!
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Actors Gymnasium offers classes throughout the year for all age groups and skill levels!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$1,180 per Session
$2,275 for Both Sessions
Session I: June 13 – July 8, 2016 (Mon – Fri, 9am-4pm) No camp July 4th
Session II: July 11 – August 5, 2016 (Mon – Fri, 9am-4pm)
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The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts Camp
Visit Our Lake View YMCA Day Camp Website
773.248.3333
lakeviewdaycamp[AT]ymcachicago.org
23 Chicagoland Locations
3333 N. Marshfield Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60657
CAMPER AGES: 3-14 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday - Friday 7am-6pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Lake View YMCA offers camp options for kids between the ages of 3 and 14 on the north side of Chicago. With traditional, specialty, and sports camp options, we have something for everyone here! Camp will run from June 21st to Sept. 1st. Call for more information today!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, and more. Floor Hockey
CAMP LOCATION: Our camp is located in the heart of north Chicago's Lake View neighborhood only several blocks from historic Wrigley field. Calling all city-dwellers for a summer full of fun and adventure!
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Professionally Trained Staff
Our caring counselors are professional role models
ACA Accredited
We maintain the highest standards regarding program safety and quality
Swimming
Kids cool off in the pool under the close watch of lifeguards
Healthy Kids Focus
Dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children
Financial Assistance Available
We believe every child should have the opportunity to experience Y camp
Extended Care Available
Extended Care is available before and after hours to accommodate working parents, and is included in the price.
Field Trips
Unique opportunities to explore nature and experience new places
23 Locations in Chicagoland
Close to where you live and work
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: With the YMCA, everyone can afford to keep their kids healthy and safe this summer!
Scholarships are available for those needing help to pay for camp through Action for Children. If you qualify, Action for Children assistance can be applied for all weeks of summer camp. Applications for assistance through Action for Children may be picked up at the Member Service Desk. You may also contact Action for Children directly at 312.823-1100 or by visiting Our Camp Website Link: www.actforchildren.org
Action For Children is state provided assistance. You do not have to be a YMCA member to qualify.
If you do not qualify or were denied funds through Action for Children, you may apply for funds through the Lake View YMCA. Lake View has scholarships available through our Annual Campaign, which is supported by donations and gifts from staff, members and the community. YMCA Scholarship forms are available at the Member Services Desk. Assistance is based on annual income, family size and supported documentation.
A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit per week is required to hold your child's spot in camp, even if you have applied for Action for Children or a YMCA Scholarship. This deposit may be applied to your co-pay. For more information on financial assistance or scholarships, contact us at 773.248-3333.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 Sessions:
Mini Week: Jun 21-23
Week 1: Jun 26-30
Week 2: July 3-7 (no camp July 4)
Week 3: July 10-14
Week 4: July 17-21
Week 5: July 28-28
Week 6: July 31-Aug 4
Week 7: Aug 7-11
Week 8: Aug 14-18
Week 9: Aug 21-25
Week 10: Aug 28-Sept 1
Call for pricing
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselors are the primary caregivers for each camper. The Counselor is responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills.
Please apply at the following link: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcachicago.org
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Lake View YMCA Day Camp
Visit Our Decoma Day Camp Website
847-272-4560
847-945-4455
info[AT]decomadaycamp.com
4350 Walters Ave
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1304 Rosewood Ave
Deerfield, IL 60015
CAMPER AGES: 3 to 12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Imagine a fantastic summer designed to fit your needs: choose any weeks, 5 or 3 days, transportation, free extended care. We emphasize participation and fun while learning new skills and making lasting friendships. Our program includes swimming, sports, climbing wall, crafts, music, dance, archery, fishing, gymnastics, martial arts, biking, photography, theme days and more! Optional specialty camps: Golf, Horseback Riding, and Tennis.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Decoma strives to be nut free and peanut free.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Adventure, and more. Archery, Circus Arts, Climbing Wall, Field Trips, Fishing, Gaga, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Mountain Biking, Yoga, Overnighters, Trampball, Volleyball, & Fantastic Special Event Days.
CAMP LOCATION: Decoma is located on eleven beautiful acres in Northbrook, Illinois. We are on Walters Avenue, 1/4 mile west of Sanders, 3/4 mile south of Dundee Road and 1 1/2 miles north of Willow Road (Palatine Road). Please visit our website for lots of photos!
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CAMP FACILITIES: In addition to several expansive athletic fields, there is a spacious wooded area for recreation out of the sun. Campers enjoy the use of tennis courts, swimming pool, basketball court, fishing pond, sand volleyball court, miniature golf course, archery range, gymnastics area, climbing wall, gaga pit, mountain biking trails, trampball court and much more! Several large buildings accommodate indoor activities during inclement weather.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Decoma is proud to offer the following options:
SHORTENED DAY PROGRAM for children ages 3 – 5
provides a fun-filled day led by adult counselors and includes bus transportation, daily swimming instruction, lunch, and numerous sports and activities all appropriate to the age, attention span, and energy level of three through five-year-olds.
FULL DAY PROGRAM for children ages 4 – 13
Campers swim twice a day, and exceptional Red Cross instruction is provided by trained staff in our spacious, heated pool. The fun continues on land with tennis, team sports, trampball, climbing wall, crafts, dance, archery, drama, fishing, gymnastics, martial arts, mountain biking, photography, circus arts, theme days, field trips and much more!
OPTIONAL SPECIALTY CAMPS for children ages 7 – 13
in GOLF, HORSEBACK RIDING, and TENNIS. Specialty Camp presents the unique opportunity for campers to concentrate in specific areas of interest at state-of-the-art facilities, combined with a blend of traditional camp activities.
Our accreditation by the American Camping Association and the American Red Cross continues to prove our commitment to the highest standards for our campers.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Since 1949 Decoma has provided generations of children with fantastic summers, special friendships and memories to last a lifetime. Highlights include: individual attention, small staff/camper ratios, mature experienced counselors and flexible programming (5 or 3 days a week--4 week minimum--choose any weeks). Decoma is about having summer fun while learning new skills, making lasting friendships, and enhancing self-esteem and self reliance. At Decoma each child is special to us. We pride ourselves on getting to know every camper as an individual and work with the family to provide the best possible summer experience. WE TREAT YOUR FAMILY LIKE FAMILY!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2020 DATES -- Our 72nd Summer!
YOU CAN DESIGN YOUR CHILD'S SUMMER PROGRAM TO FIT YOUR NEEDS!
8-WEEK CAMP SEASON: JUNE 8 TO JULY 31
POSTCAMP WEEK:
August 3 to August 7
Campers are required to enroll in a minimum of four weeks of camp. However, many campers enroll for 5,6,7,8 or more weeks. Camper weeks do not have to be consecutive. CHOOSE ANY WEEKS!
Our camp fee INCLUDES daily hot lunch, transportation, free extended care, and swimming twice/day with expert instruction.
Please see our Website for more information and to view fantastic photos from the summer. You'll see how much fun we have at Decoma Day Camp!
Feel free to contact us at any time with any questions you may have or to schedule a tour or home video presentation. We look forward to hearing from you!
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Decoma is currently hiring for the summer. Â If you are enthusiastic, energetic, sun-loving and enjoy working with children this is the summer job for you! Â Apply on-line at Our Camp Website Link: www.decomadaycamp.com or give us a call at 847-945-4455.
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Decoma Day Camp
Visit Our Play On Comedy Camp Website
847-337-9614
1330 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, Illinois 60201
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
603 Greenwood Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
CAMPER AGES: 7-13 (CIT program for teens)
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30-3:30pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our exciting camp combines professional comedy and theatre training with field trips, swimming and outdoor fun! While maintaining a focus on classes that will help sharpen their comedic minds, campers are also able to choose from a variety of workshops and electives that round out a wonderfully diverse curriculum. Field trips may include Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare, and The Second City, as well as fun friendship-building trips to a museum or a recording studio. The perfect combination of learning and summer camp fun!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Swimming, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers attend acting, improv, musical theatre and film classes in an air-conditioned facility, but also enjoy the summer sunshine at Penny Park, and swimming at Skokie Water Playground and the beach.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The perfect combination of learning and summer camp fun!
- Improv, acting, musical theatre 
and film classes
- Variety of theater and non-theater field trips
- Faculty improv jams and workshops

- Weekly swimming

- Directors and staff with a multitude of camp and theatre experience

- A spectacular final camp show
Our exciting camp combines professional comedy and theatre training with field trips, swimming and outdoor fun! While maintaining a focus on classes that will help sharpen their comedic minds, campers are also able to choose from a variety of workshops and electives that round out a wonderfully diverse curriculum. Field trips may include Broadway in Chicago, Chicago Shakespeare, and The Second City, as well as fun friendship-building trips to a museum or a recording studio.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have Counselor-in-training program for high school students. CITs pay 50% of fee.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Play On directs 3 productions throughout the year featuring kids aged 7-17. We also have a kids improv comedy team, Chickenometry, and an advance teen improv team, Code Red Vines.
OTHER CAMP INFO: For grades 2-8
 (ages 7-13)
Counselor-in-training program for high school students
Camp Location: 1330 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, Illinois

Camp Times: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Register online at Our Camp Website Link: www.playoncomedy.com or call Lisa at 847.337.9614
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Dates:
Session 1: June 15 - July 10, 2015
Session 2: July 13 - August 7, 2015
Camp Cost:
$900 for one session, $1,750 for both sessions
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Play On Summer Comedy Camp is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and organized individual to join our summer camp team in Evanston Illinois. Intern should be available Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.Â
Responsibilities:
• Assist camp staff with campers in grades 2-8
• Oversee the counselor-in-training program
• Teach and/or assistant teach backstage electives
• Help with technical aspects of camp show
• Provide administrative support
Requirements:
• Must be in college, preferably in a theater program
• Must love children and the arts
• Must crave fun in the summertime
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Play On Comedy Camp
Visit Our Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp Website
815-713-4110
kupugani[AT]gmail.com
6903 W. White Eagle
Leaf River, Illinois 61047
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Kupugani Multicultural Summer Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Less than two hours minutes west of Chicago, Camp Kupugani--in separate girls-only and boys-only sessions (plus a blended session incorporating certain intentional coed aspects)--provides a multicultural sleepaway camp that focuses on diversity and communication skills in a fun atmosphere, uniting children of varied backgrounds and providing them with empowerment and community-building skills.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. GaGa, Rock Climbing, Sand Volleyball, & Mud Volleyball.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Kupugani is located in the rolling hills and woods of northwest Illinois, less than 2 hours from Chicago. Please visit our website for lots of camp photos and videos.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Located in the rolling hills and woods of Northwestern Illinois, our camp comprises beautiful woods, trails, a swimming pool, two all natural rock climbing walls, game fields, and a 5-acre lake for swimming, water games, and almost a mile of canoeing through the property. With 120 acres of forests, wildlife, and wildflowers galore, it offers fresh air, natural water, the robust smell of pure woods and a twinkling night sky.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids love it here…and parents are equally excited about our program. In our past 9 years of parent surveys, 99% of respondents would recommend our camp to friends. The overwhelming majority of our parents noted their child’s improvement in:
Acknowledgment and Appreciation of Diversity
Conflict Resolution Skills
Personal Growth and Self Confidence
Positive Self Image and Empowerment
Leadership Skills
Specific past parent comments include:
“When I see how [my daughter’s] face lights up when she speaks about camp, it’s a priceless experience.”
“She absolutely loves the camp, the staff, and all the friends she makes there. I consider Kupugani to be a big influence in helping her to grow and expand her mind each summer; it has become an integral part of her summer vacation.”
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our leadership programs help future young leaders transition from camper to counselor. In addition to being able to participate in regular camp activities, campers receive training to build their leadership knowledge and skill base.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships based on family size and income guidelines.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother Daughter Weekends
Parent Child Weekends
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campkupugani.com for information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for great people to work at camp as bunk counselors and and activity instructors. Â If you are excited to work with children and want to find out more about a fantastic summer job opportunity, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.kupugani.com. Â
There you'll find pictures, videos, information, and our staff application. You're also welcome to call or email with any questions. Â Thanks!
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Visit Our Eastern Music Camp Website
217-581-7202
easternmusiccamp[AT]eiu.edu
Doudna Fine Arts Center
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, Illinois 61920
CAMPER AGES: Students who have completed 6th grade - 12th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Eastern Music Camp is a fun summer learning experience for middle and high school students. Each summer, around 300 campers participate in Band, Strings, Choir, Jazz and Piano areas during the day and then get together for fun activities at night. EMC is safe, affordable, and taught primarily by Eastern Illinois University music faculty. Come check us out!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Campers with special needs are welcome at EMC. Our professionally-trained staff can provide accommodations to campers with special needs and work hard to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable week.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more. Choir, Strings, Piano, Concert Band, & Jazz Instrumental.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on the campus of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois. EIU is located approximately 3 hours south of Chicago and 2 hours from both St. Louis and Indianapolis.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers stay in modern university dorm rooms and eat 3 meals a day in dining halls on campus. They enjoy a variety of recreational activities both on and off campus during camp week.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: EMC aims to provide a high quality learning experience in music for campers at an affordable rate. EMC is proudly non-profit and does not accept any type of advertising or sponsorship from outside of Eastern Illinois University.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Potential campers may apply for an EMC scholarship (see web page), and musicians who were part of the Illinois All-State Groups receive scholarship assistance.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 16-22, 2017
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Eastern Music Camp
Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Sceenwriting Class Website
(773) 293-1447
coop[AT]chicagofilmmakers.org
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St.
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
CAMPER AGES: 13-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. June 22-26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Is your teen a natural storyteller? A creative mind with a passion for film? This workshop will cover the basics of screenwriting to help transform their stories and ideas into shootable scripts.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Academics, and more.
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Visit Our Camp Tapawingo Website
888-623-1237
gsci[AT]girlscouts-gsci.org
1452 Hickory Point Road
Metamora, Illinois 61548
CAMPER AGES: 5-17 years of age
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Girl Scouts
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can adapt to special needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Challenge Course - Both Low & High Courses, Archery, Hiking, Boating
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Tapawingo, ACA Accredited, is a 640-acre camp facility located 15 miles from Peoria. The cornerstone of this property is its Equestrian Center where girls learn horseback riding skills and horse care. The Center includes a state-of-the-art stables with an indoor air-conditioned classroom, trading post and a barn classroom along with an 80’x160’ indoor riding arena with an observation area.
A large outdoor riding arena completes the Equestrian Center. Mary Morgan Lodge, a 12,000 square foot multi-level, air-conditioned dining hall and program center is the point where all campers gather for meals. Camp Tapawingo also features an in-ground pool, adventure course, archery, canoeing, and miles of hiking trails.
Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers utilize four main rustic living units – Rustling Oaks, Setting Sun, White Cloud, and Shining Star – that provide platform tents and unit houses. These unit houses have electricity, indoor bathrooms, hot water, and kitchen facilities.
Setting Sun, Rustling Oaks, White Cloud and Shining Star units are available for camping. Each unit with the exception of Rustling Oaks, has a unit house and platform tents. Rustling Oaks contains a unit house only. The unit houses are all equipped with indoor flush toilets (White Cloud has composting toilets), full kitchen with cooking equipment, fireplaces, electricity, tables, chairs and mattresses (no cots), and electric heat. The platform tents are available April 15 through October 15 and house 3-4 people per tent with cots and mattresses. Each unit has a fire circle and comes with standard basic outdoor cooking equipment.
Setting Sun sleeps 20 indoors and 26 outdoors in platform tents.
Rustling Oaks sleeps 16 indoors and has a shower.
Shining Star sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
White Cloud sleeps 24 indoors and 35 outdoors in platform tents.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Your group can experience many activities while staying at Camp Tapawingo including team building on our high and low ropes courses, test your aim on our archery range or take a relaxing ride through the property on horseback. A small paddling lake can be explored in a canoe. If exploring on your own, hiking trails wind throughout the property. These activities are dependent on trained staff and/or volunteer availability.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have both CIT and LIT programs as well as Leadership Camps and camp assistants.
If you love working with younger campers and hanging out with older Girl Scouts at camp, you’ll love this two-week session! You’ll spend the first week improving your camping and leadership skills and observing the counselors in action as you begin the sisterhood journey. The second week you’ll be paired with a unit to lead daily camp activities. As a CIT, you’ll have plenty of time to stay up late making midnight grilled cheese and playing goofy games.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our summer activities are open to all girls, including non-Girl Scouts. Any girl entering first grade through twelfth grade is welcome at camp. You don’t have to have any camping experience to come to camp, and you don’t have to come with friends or a troop. You’ll make new friends while you’re here. The GSCI summer camp experience is available in many forms: resident camp; day camp; family events; and core camping, where troops stay at camp and camp staff run activities.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Tapawingo is a year-round camp with mainly activities and camping.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.getyourgirlpower.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For camp jobs info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.getyourgirlpower.org.
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Camp Tapawingo
Visit Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Website
773-944-9146
info[AT]dreambigperformingarts.com
5255 N. Ashland Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1618 Pitner Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Dream Big Performing Arts Workshop Video
CAMPER AGES: 3-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join Dream Big for a summer of creative fun! Under the guidance of our professional teaching artists, our camps will energize and ignite your child's imagination! Themes for 2016 include Fancy Nancy, Wicked, Frozen, Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Sound of Music and so much more! Half day and full day options as well as before and after care are available.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We do our best to accommodate children of all backgrounds and needs.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the center of Andersonville on the north side of Chicago at the First Free Church on the corner of Berwyn and Ashland. We are just 7 minutes north of Wrigley Field and close to the Red Line, the Brown Line, Metra and several CTA bus lines.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We run our camps in a beautiful and bright air-conditioned performance space. We are a half a block down from an enclosed park where we take snack breaks each day for unstructured play time with friends.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Dream Big was the winner of the 2013 Red Tricycle Most Awesome Award for Theater and Dance Classes in Chicago. It's no surprise due to our talented staff of teaching artists who are all trained professional actors, directors, choreographers and/or playwrights. Their passion for teaching children in the performing arts is contagious and our campers' delight throughout the week culminates in their confident performances at the end of each week.
Camps are geared towards age groups 3-18 and our creative themes range from Dragons, Monsters and Creepy Creatures and Fairy Tales Weeks, to Annie Camp, Improv Week, Musical Theater and countless others! We believe in the power of the arts through collaboration and ensemble-building. All of our classes and camps foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We invite 3-6th graders to be counselors in training at half the price and 7-12th graders as volunteer teaching interns. This is a great experience for children and young adults to take on a leadership role with younger campers and gain teaching experience under trained and experienced teaching artists.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Need-Based Scholarships are available. Please inquire.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run drama programs (classes, camps, workshops and production experiences) for all ages 2-18 year round. Classes include musical theater, improv, story drama, scene study, creative drama and more.
OTHER CAMP INFO: In addition to our one-week drama camps, we are also offering Suessical, Jr, a 4-week, full-day production camp! This is the perfect opportunity for young actors entering 2-8th grades to sharpen their skills and work with professional actors and directors on a full-length musical on the Main Stage of the Athenaeum Theatre. For more information, visit Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our 1-week drama camps are offered each week June 13th through September 2nd. Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com for our full summer schedule. We can customize camps for groups of five or more kids. Let us know your preference of dates, times and themes if you would like to create a camp for your group of 5 or more.
Half Day Camps cost $225, Full Day Camps cost $425. Sibling and Multiple Camp Discounts apply.
Join us for a free Sample Class on January 30th, learn more and register at Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com
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Visit Our Dream Big Camps Website
773-944-9146
siobhan[AT]dreambigeducation.org
5255 N. Ashland Ave/ 651 W Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60640/ 60661
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Literacenter
c/o Dream Big
641 W Lake St,
Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60661
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Dream Big Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Week-long drama camps.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Dream Big Camps are a great opportunity to build confidence, get creative, and build relationships! During our acclaimed weekly Drama Camps, children will act, sing, dance, and play theatre games centered around themes like Hamilton Fanatics, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Sing. Campers will also create costume, prop and set pieces. Camps culminate in a performance of an original show! Taught by skilled teaching artists, each week engages children in an unforgettable collaborative experience!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We can accommodate children with special needs. Our Director of Camps is a former learning specialist, and looks forward to working with families to make drama camp available for ALL kids!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Most of our camps are located in Andersonville 1 block north of Foster on the corner of Ashland and Berwyn, at First Free Church: 5255 N. Ashland Ave
We we also be offering camps in the West Loop at Open Books: 651 W Lake St.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Most of our camps are hosted in a beautiful newly constructed building of the First Free Church. It is air conditioned.
There will also be camps hosted at Open Books in the West Loop. It is air conditioned.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps and classes are all taught by professional teaching artists who engage campers in fun drama games and activities that foster creativity, self-expression and teamwork. Each week is designed around a creative theme and age group. Campers collaborate together to create a performance piece to be performed at the end of each week. These camps are based on dramatic play and exploration. We are proud to announce that we were the recipient of the 2013 Red Tricycle Award for "Most Awesome Dance and Theater Class" in Chicago!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Students entering 5th-8th grades are invited to be a Jr. Camp Counselor for any camp geared towards 3-7 year olds. Jr. Camp Counselor’s receive a 50% discount for their assistance and their responsibilities include:
•Assist with drama games by leading with examples
•Help with story/show creation by supporting and enhancing the creative ideas of the younger campers
•Create and help with set/prop/costume development
•Assist with set up for different activities
•Assist with songs and dances
•Lead warm ups and games with supervision (if desired)
•Arrive 15 minutes early and stay 15 minutes late to help with set up/clean up and go over goals and planning
Students entering 9th-12th grade are welcome to apply for internships with us during the summer. To apply, please fill out this form. Sr. Camp Counselor responsibilities include:
•Assist with drama games-lead with examples
•Create and help with set/prop/costume development
•Assist with set up for different activities
•Act as a leader for songs and dances for younger campers
•Lead warm ups and games with supervision (if desired)
•Aide in taking young campers for restroom/drink breaks
•Arrive 15 minutes early and stay 15 minutes late to help with set up/clean up and go over goals and planning
•Assist with supervision and play at the park during breaks
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please inquire. We do provide partial scholarships as needed.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Dream Big Performing Arts Workshops offer drama integration in-school residencies in Chicago schools, and after school enrichment programs in Chicago and Naperville.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We are also partnering with JCC Camping this summer. Check out: Our Camp Website Link: www.gojcc.org for more information.
We also offer a 4 week production camp. The camp runs from July 23rd- August 18th. This year we are excited to announce that we will be putting on Alice in Wonderland JR. This PROFESSIONAL STAGE EXPERIENCE features 2 live performances on the MAIN STAGE at the historic Athenaeum Theatre complete with FULL COSTUMES, SETS, LIGHTS, and SOUND. Our design and creative teams work together seamlessly to ensure the best production process and camp experience possible! This is a rich training ground for young musical theater performers in an educational environment that is both nurturing and fun!
Follow this link to learn more and register: Our Camp Website Link: www.dreambigperformingarts.com.
Camps themes this summer include: Hamilton Fanatics, My Little Pony, Alice in Wonderland Jr. Week, Sing, Harry Potter, Stranger Things, Detective Camp featuring MC2, Pokemon, Star Wars, Musical Theater featuring Sound of Music, Superheroes and Supervillians, and so so much more!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer camps each week throughout the summer for all different ages. Each week-long half-day camp is $225. We also have full day options, before care, and after care.
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Visit Our Ballroom Combo Dance Camp Website
708-532-6237
info[AT]heartsoledance.com
7038 183rd Street
Tinley Park, Illinois 60477
CAMPER AGES: 9-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located east of Harlem Avenue on 183rd Street
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These fun, high energy camps teach a mixture of smooth and rhythm dances through the learning of fun routines. Perform the routines on the last day for friends and family!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 14th-18th and/or August 11th-15th
Please refer to the studio's website for tuition fees
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Ballroom Combo Dance Camp
Visit Our Computer Kids Club Website
302-438-1318
computerkidsclub[AT]aol.com
National
P.O. Box 246
Bear, Delaware 19701
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
This school is a virtual school and offers classes nationwide. We have 1-hour classes, summer camp, holiday and school break camps. Lessons include typing, coding, math, science, arts and learning the Google programs. Classes are designed for K-5.
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. Schedule on link provided
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our summer camps, holiday and school break camps are virtual and run for 2.5 hours. Then we have our 1-hour classes available all year long. Students enrich their computer science skills in our program. Typing, Coding, Arts, Math and Google program instruction are key. Just an idea of the fun: Students use computer arts to design a POKEMON, MINECRAFT, ROBLOX or other favorite theme while learning Google Slides or during our ART sessions. Typing is a very important skill to learn and students are taught the correct way to type over a series of classes.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Since Covid all classes have been shifted to my online program. Use the link provided to access my schedule.
▌Read More about Computer Kids Club
CAMP FACILITIES: One in-person camp will be held at the Georgetown Public Library in July 2025, located in Sussex County, DE.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Beginner coding skills are taught helping children learn sequencing and terms that grown up coders use everyday to create video games and more. Math and Science activities engage your child in learning and our ARTS program helps students understand how computer artists work in the field.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Online camps such as summer, holiday and school break camps run for 2.5 hours and cost $55 for the session.
1-hour classes run all year long and currently cost $20 per class.
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Computer Kids Club
Visit Our Chicago Multi-Cultural Dance Center (CMDC) Dance Camp Website
312-461-0030
contact[AT]cmdcschool.com
47 W. Polk St
Lower Level
Chicago, IL 60605
CAMPER AGES: 5 to 8 yrs
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9am - 5pm; before and after care available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Come join us for the Best in Summer Dance Instruction!
6 weeks June 27 – Aug 5
Ballet, jazz, hip hop and more!
Field Trip every Wednesday (included in tuition)
Outside recess daily (weather permitting)
Snacks and games
End of Summer Performance August 5th
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Chicago, IL South Loop, close to public transportation. Please visit our website for details.
▌Read More about Chicago Multi-Cultural Dance Center (CMDC) Dance Camp
CAMP FACILITIES: We have 5 studios located in the historic Dearborn Station, next to a park and playground where the children have daily recess weather permitting.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Students receive exposure to a variety of dance styles. The day begins with floor ballet, a low impact strengthening and toning class which improves flexibility and stamina. Daily classes include ballet, jazz, African or Latin dance and visual arts. At the end of each day the students go out to the park for recess and free play.
On Wednesday students go on field trips or have a special activity planned. At the end of the session students perform in a recital that showcases all of the skills they have learned over the summer.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CMDC also offers year-round dance classes for kids starting at age 3. Classes include classical ballet, jazz, modern, contemporary, African, Latin and Hip Hop. Adult dance and exercise classes too!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
6 weeks June 27 – Aug 5
9 am - 4:30 pm
Campers can be dropped off as early as 8 am and picked up as late as 6 pm for a small fee
$200 non refundable registration fee required to hold a spot
Price - $1650
Early bird price $1500 if registration received by March 31st.
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Chicago MultiCultural Dance Center CMDC Dance Camp
Visit Our Wiz Kids Camps Website
708-799-9400
info[AT]wizkidscamps.com
Homewood-Flossmoor High School
800 Governors Highway
Flossmoor, Illinois 60422
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Roosevelt University
430 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
3011 W 183rd Street
Suite 220
Homewood, IL 60430
CAMPER AGES: 6-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily (M-F): 8:00-5:30, plus extended care
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Wiz Kids Camps feature enrichment programming designed to foster growth and build lasting relationships. Our singular mission is to create environments that give young people an opportunity to have life-impacting experiences academically, athletically, socially and emotionally. We pride ourselves on having the gold standard when it comes to youth development and our highest priority is ensuring that each camper has a safe, enriching, fun, and interactive summer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
▌Read More about Wiz Kids Camps
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Wiz Kids Camps
Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Digital Moviemaking Camp, Session 1 Website
(773) 293-1447
coop[AT]chicagofilmmakers.org
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St
Chicago, Illinois 60640
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Chicago Filmmakers
5243 N. Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640
CAMPER AGES: 10-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. June 29-July 10, Weekdays 10AM-3PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, Academics, and more.
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Chicago Filmmakers Digital Moviemaking Camp Session 1
Visit Our JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp Website
847-726-0800
info[AT]gojcc.org
23280 North Old McHenry Road
Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
CAMPER AGES: 3 years-7th grade
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily 9:30 am-3:15 pm, before and after camp programs available
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is affiliated with JCC Chicago and is open to the entire community.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Swimming, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more.
Biking
Climbing Wall
Field Trips
Floor Hockey
Ga-ga
Garoon Gateway To Science
Ropes Course
Sand Volleyball
Softball
Martial Arts
Zipline
CAMP LOCATION: JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is just minutes from downtown Long Grove, just north of Route 22 on Old McHenry Road.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Explore 37 acres of action-packed activities including two heated pools, manicured sports fields, 20,000 sq. ft. air-conditioned cultural arts pavilion for hot or rainy days, athletic courts, baseball fields, nature area with hiking trail, climbing wall with challenge adventure and ropes courses plus Ga-ga, sand Volleyball and a zipline.
Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp is also home to the Garoon Gateway to Science, the region's only state-of-the-art, outdoor science learning center.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our full-time camp director works year-round to find the best programming and activities to delight your child, creating memories and friendships to last a lifetime. Counselors are guided by staff who are professionals in the fields of social work and education with camp expertise.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leaders of tomorrow can participate in a fun,challenging program where 8th-10th grade campers who like working with young children, develop leadership and communication skills
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available
OTHER CAMP INFO: JCC Day Camps are open to the entire community and includes daily snacks, a group photo, undernighters, twice weekly lunch, field trips, a camp t-shirt and twice daily swim.
Bust transportation is optional.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for sessions, dates and fees.
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JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp
Visit Our Ballroom Combo Dance Camp Website
708-532-6237
info[AT]heartsoledance.com
7038 W. 183rd St.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 8
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more. 5-Day Summer Dance Camp
CAMP LOCATION: We are located east of Harlem Ave. on 183rd St.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: These fun, high energy camps teach a mixture of smooth and rhythm dances throughout the learning of fun routines. Perform the routines on the last day for friends and family!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 14th-18th and/or August 11th-15th
Please refer to the studio's website for tuition fees
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Ballroom Combo Dance Camp
Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Youth & Teen Summer Camps Website
(773) 293 1447
5243 Clark St.
Chicago, Illinois 60620
CAMPER AGES: 10-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Teen Screenwriting Summer Camp
Ages 13-17
This one week primer will cover the basics of screenwriting: structure, exposition, scene propulsion, character building, and dialogue. Students will write and workshop two short pieces each, one prompted and one original. The goal of the workshop is for each student to complete at lease one short, shootable script, and the skills to continue writing on their own.
June 22 - 26 // Weekdays 10AM – 3PM // $200
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located on Clark in Andersonville, North Chicago.
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Chicago Filmmakers Youth and Teen Summer Camps
Visit Our Old Town School of Folk Music Summer Camp Website
773.728.6000
camp[AT]oldtownschool.org
Old Town School of Folk Music
4544 N. Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
CAMPER AGES: 4 & 5 and 6-10
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Science, Academics, and more. Social Studies & History
CAMP LOCATION: Summer Camp for 6-10 year-olds takes place at our Lincoln Square location - 4544 N. Lincoln Ave in Chicago, Illinois. Camp for 4 & 5 year-olds takes place at our 909 W. Armitage location.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Music, art, theater, dance, movement, social studies, science, history, outdoor play, and more.
Our campers are surrounded by a diverse and extremely talented staff of teachers and counselors who encourage campers to learn in a variety of ways. We offer a program rich in teaching styles, and we strive to connect personally with all of the children in the program.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Summer Camp at the Old Town School is an enriching, exciting, and educational way for your child to experience the summer in Chicago! The program includes music education, visual arts, theater, dance, movement, social studies, science, history, outdoor play, and more. Our summer camp environment is one in which children will learn to think independently, work cooperatively, and discover their own creativity. We encourage our campers to work both individually and in groups, thereby learning to appreciate other's skills as well as their own.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
First Session: June 23 - July 18
Second Session: July 21 - August 15
$1,600 for each 4-week session, with extended hours for an additional $500 per session.
For more information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.oldtownschool.org
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Old Town School of Folk Music Summer Camp
Visit Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Website
800-804-3509
Over 500 Locations Nationwide
Mead, WA
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
CA, CO, CT, FL, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, WA, WI, and WY
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
6311 E. Mt. Spokane Park Dr., Suite B
Mead, WA 99021
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 3 thru 12. Not all ages available in all areas.
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Hours vary by camp and age level.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading, Soccer, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Lacrosse, Mini-Hawk, Multi-Sport, Quickstart, Tiny-Hawk, Track & Field, & Volleyball Too!
CAMP LOCATION: Skyhawks Sports Camps are located in cities throughout the state. Please see our website for exact locations near you at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com
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CAMP FACILITIES: Modern practice fields and facilites with top-notch training and safety equipment.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1979, Skyhawks sports has led safe, fun and skill-focused sports camps and programs for youth between the ages of 3-12.
We offer many different different sports--and countless ways for your child to grow. The camps range from soccer to baseball to our popular mulit-sport camps where kids sample three different sports (soccer, basketball and baseball) in one camp.
Our camps and programs are offered locally throughout over 500 communities. The format includes traditional week-long summer day camps and year-round after-school programs that range from 45 minutes to 6 hours in duration, per day. Our progression of camps and programs, led by our expert staff, are generated toward youth looking for a sport introduction or those who want to refine and master their sport-specific skills.
For Detailed Information on ALL of our summer sports camps, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Our coaches and site directors make a significant difference to your child's on-field experience. Chosen for their strong personal character, responsibility, and capacity to effectively communicate sports skills to youth, our staff will make the extra effort every time to ensure that your children have the best on-field/court experience, emphasize teamwork, and learn life skills through sports. Our staff are required to complete our extensive certification process.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial aid for those families that qualify. Please call 1.800.804.3509 for an application.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer year round programs in select states, please see our website for complete information on all Skyhawks Sport Camps in your area.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Skyhawks Sports Camps are SAFETY FOCUSED!
At Skyhawks we go the extra mile to focus on safety, and we have a long-standing proven safety track record and processes to prove it. For example, all Skyhawks Sports camps start and end with our unique safety process called "Gate System and Parking Lot Duty." This process is where coaches come and greet both parents and campers in the parking lot when parents pull up to drop off their children.
Our staff guide the kids onto the field/court and out of harm's way by funneling them into our gate system. Eye contact is maintained from each one of our staff members until the kids make it onto the field/court where they are grouped by age. This efficient process ensures safety. Additionally, it develops a level of trust between parent, coach, and child that ultimately leads to a fun and skill-focused camp for youth.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Skyhawks Sports Camps are offered throughout the summer, and specific dates and times vary from location to location.
Fees vary depending on age, duration of camp, and location.
You can find a complete list of sessions, times, and fees for ALL the Skyhawks Sports Camps in your area at: Our Camp Website Link: www.skyhawks.com.
Or feel free to call us at: 800-804-3509.
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Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps
Visit Our Music Theater Works YouthREACH Performing Arts Camp Website
(847) 920-5360
info[AT]musictheaterworks.org
516 W. 4th Street
Wilmette, Illinois
CAMPER AGES: 8-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Young performers (8-13) learn acting singing, and dancing in preparation for a performance. As students mature and gain greater proficiency in their craft, Music Theater Works takes them from technique to production. This intensive training workshop is designed for students who are serious about pursuing musical theater performance
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Our space is ADA accessible.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for complete information.
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Music Theater Works YouthREACH Performing Arts Camp
Visit Our CYT Chicago Summer Camp Website
847-516-2298
office[AT]cytchicago.org
Many Summer Locations
Chicagoland to Milwaukee
IL and WI
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Illinois, Wisconsin
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
755 Industrial Drive
Cary, IL 60013
CAMPER AGES: 5-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Mon-Fri 9:00am-3:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: CYT Chicago is a non-profit theater arts education program for kids ages 5-18. Each summer, we offer day camps in over 40 different locations from the Chicagoland area to Milwaukee, WI! CYT Chicago offers a variety of summer camp programs that you will love! One of these programs includes Summer Day Camp which caters to kids ages 5-6 (Junior Day Camp), ages 7-12 Day Camp, and ages 11-18 (Teen camp). The curriculum for these camps include daily dance, vocal, and acting instruction to then create an awesome showcase performance at the end of each week to show off to our parents. Each week also includes daily devotional activities, indoor and outdoor games!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We partner with area churches, utilizing their full indoor spaces for learning and other activities, and frequently enjoying the weather for themed activities outside.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp staff team consists of 100+ dedicated leaders who’ve worked in theater education or youth ministry. Staff members include Counselors age 18+, and adult Camp Coordinators who oversee each camp location. Our counselors have trained experience in dance, voice, and drama instruction. They enjoy working with campers to help them gain confidence, grow as performers, and most importantly have FUN!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer financial aid for all of our camps. More information can be found on our website.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CYT Chicago offers high quality performing arts classes in 16 different locations across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. With emphasis in drama, dance, musical theater, and vocal studies, any child ages 6-18 is sure to find a class that will pique their interest. Our classes are each 10 weeks long culminating with a showcase performance during the final week.
CYT Chicago also offers over 30 professional quality musical theater productions each year. Each production stars an auditioned cast of up to 120 talented students who are currently enrolled in one of our performing arts classes. With several public and school day shows, a CYT production is the perfect outing for anyone looking for a great theater experience!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Early Registration ONLY $195.00 (Ends March 20th)
$15.00 Sibling or Multiple Day Camp Discount
Standard rate is $210.00
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CYT Chicago Summer Camp
Visit Our Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp Website
847-807-3731
evanstoncamps[AT]littlebeanscafe.com
430 Asbury Ave
Evanston, Illinois 60202
CAMPER AGES: 3-9
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Little Beans offers a fun filled camp for kids 3-5.5 years and 5.5-9 years. Each week brings a new theme and unique fun. The weeks theme is included in the weeks activities and classes. Imaginative play, active play, sports, art, a daily class, a healthy snack and outdoor games included everyday. Lunch can be brought from home or purchased for $5.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Martial Arts, and more. Camp For A Cause: Each Week The Kids Will Participate In A Service Project For A Local Charity Tied To Helping Those In Need Enjoy Active Or Imaginative Play In A Meaningful Way.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Evanston on Asbury between Oakton and Austin
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CAMP FACILITIES: Large indoor playspace for kids 3-5 as well as a half-court gym and Ninja Warrior obstacle course for kids 5-9.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday - Friday
June 12th - September 1st
Pricing: Weekly Rates
9am-1pm – $200 for 5 days, $120 for 3 days, $80 for 2 days
9am-3pm – $300 for 5 days, $180 for 3 days, $120 for 2 days
*A deposit is taken for each week during registration
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Don’t want to commit to a schedule? Consider a Flex Pass. Flex passes let you buy 5 or 10 days of camp and choose the dates to use throughout the 2017 camp session.
Flex Pass Rates:
9:00am-1:00pm
$230 for 5 day flex pass
$460 for 10 day flex pass
9:00am-3:00pm
$345 for 5 day flex pass
$690 for 10 day flex pass
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Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp
Visit Our Camp Adler Website
847-367-0707
damac[AT]adlercenter.org
1700 N. Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
CAMPER AGES: 5-11
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 9a-4p
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Camp Adler, creative young people (ages 5-11) explore and expand their skills in art and performance. During each two-week session, campers will enjoy three conservatory-level art classes and two performance classes. Beyond the creative class experience, campers also participate in a variety of group games and activities, all while developing new friendships!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Libertyville, IL, just west of 94.
CAMP FACILITIES: Located on the historic estate of architect David Adler, we have 11 acres of outdoor spaces, art studios, and music studios to explore!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Adler is the day camp for creative kids. Staffed by accredited faculty, each camper will experience conservatory level art and performance classes.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Adler's Junior Counselor program is a wonderful entry into adulthood for Campers entering 7th through 10th grades. Junior Counselors interview for admission to the program and provide letters of reference. They then assist Counselors and Faculty with the classes, while also participating in Jr. Counselor only projects.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Adler Arts Center provides private music and group art instruction year round.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for full session dates and details.
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Camp Adler
Visit Our CYT Chicago Overnight Camp Website
847-516-2298
office[AT]cytchicago.org
Judson University
1151 North State Street
Elgin, Illinois 60123
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
755 Industrial Drive
Cary, IL 60013
CAMPER AGES: 14-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Monday-Friday
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our week-long Overnight Camps not only focus on training in musical theater skills like singing, acting, and dancing, but also encourage the campers to delve deeper into their spiritual lives through teen-focused devotions. Camps are open to ages 14-18. Camp staff includes professional local artists, CYT Production Artistic Teams, and theater specialists.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Judson University's 90-acre Elgin campus is located at 1151 N. State St., Elgin, IL 60123 and is about 40 miles northwest of Chicago, just off Interstate 90 and State Route 31
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our week-long Overnight Camps not only focus on training in musical theater skills like singing, acting, and dancing, but also encourage the campers to delve deeper into their spiritual lives through teen-focused devotions.
Camp staff includes professional local artists, CYT Production Artistic Teams, and theater specialists. These counselors are high energy, experienced, and love working with kids! CYT aims to hire counselors who are great role models for our students. All CYT counselors have been background checked and adhere to our CYT Mission and Values.
Registration includes:
All lodging and meals at Judson University
Age appropriate bible studies and worship time
An exclusive Overnight Camp t-shirt
Vocal, Acting, and Dance Training with Theater Professionals
A chance to develop new friendships
An All Camp Musical Showcase performed on Friday evening
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer limited financial aid for our overnight camps. More information can be found on our website or by calling out office.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: CYT Chicago offers high quality performing arts classes in 16 different locations across Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. With emphasis in drama, dance, musical theater, and vocal studies, any child ages 6-18 is sure to find a class that will pique their interest. Our classes are each 10 weeks long culminating with a showcase performance during the final week.
CYT Chicago also offers over 30 professional quality musical theater productions each year. Each production stars an auditioned cast of up to 120 talented students who are currently enrolled in one of our performing arts classes. With several public and school day shows, a CYT production is the perfect outing for anyone looking for a great theater experience!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2019 Overnight Camp Schedule
June 17–21 — High School Camp (Ages 14–16*)
June 24–28 — Middle School Camp (Ages 12–14*)
July 8–12 — Pre-College Camp (Ages 16–18*)
*Age is counted by the Friday of the camp week.
Early Bird: Only $415 (Ends March 20th)
$430 regular rate.
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CYT Chicago Overnight Camp
YMCA Camp Duncan
http://www.ymcachicago.org/duncan/
32405 North Hwy. 12
Ingleside, IL 60041
847.546.8086
Visit website for more information.
http://www.neic.org/
Northeast Illinois Council
2745 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 433-1813
For more info visit the website.
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
http://www.girlscoutsni.org/camps
Elgin Service Center
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, Illinois 60124
Phone: 847-741-5521
Freeport Service Center
5040 Business Route 20 West
Freeport, Illinois 61032
Phone: 815-235-8777
Rockford Service Center
2820 McFarland Road
Rockford, Illinois 61107
Phone: 815-962-5591
Sugar Grove Service Center
200 New Bond Street
Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554
Phone: 630-897-1565
CAMP INFO:
Camp Dean
46W253 Camp Dean Rd
Big Rock, IL 60511
Camp Far Horizons
9702 S Lost Horizon Rd
Hanover, IL 61041
Camp McCormick
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd
Stillman Valley, Illinois 61084
Chapman Hills
N9372 Scout Rd
East Troy, WI 5312
Mary Ann Beebe Center
17501 Streit Rd
Harvard, Illinois 60033
MORE ILLINOIS SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS ARE COMING SOON. YOU CAN CHOOSE ANOTHER STATE FROM THE LIST BELOW.
ILLINOIS PERFORMING ARTS CAMP OWNERS & DIRECTORS: If you would like to submit your camp for listing in our 2025 Best Illinois Summer Performing Arts Camps Directory, please click on the "SUBMIT YOUR CAMP" link above.
ILLINOIS PERFORMING ARTS CAMP PARENTS & CAMPERS: If you are looking to find info on how to choose the best summer camp to attend this summer, please check out our 2025 GUIDE TO CHOOSING THE BEST SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS CAMP for some great camp research tips and lots of important 2025 summer camp info.
In addition to our 2025 Illinois Summer Performing Arts Camps Directory we have also created quite a few SPECIAL INTEREST CAMP DIRECTORIES, and have included brief descriptions of these and links to their dedicated websites on the 2025 CAMP GUIDE page.
You can go directly to any of our other 2025 Special Interest Camp Directories from the list in the black bar at the bottom of this page.
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