Top Performing Arts Summer Camps and Summer Performing Arts Programs for Kids & Teens in Illinois

Best Illinois Performing Arts Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

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Fall Performing Arts Camps, Programs, Workshops, & Classes in Illinois are Starting in September, 2025

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.

Fall 2025-26 Performing Arts Camp Open Houses & Reunions

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.

Best Illinois Fall Performing Arts Day Camps Starting in 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.

Best Illinois Year-Round
Performing Arts Camps, Classes & Performing Arts Programs

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.

Best Illinois Fall Performing Arts Camp Jobs

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.

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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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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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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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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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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18

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.

iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 is a Top Performing-Arts Summer Camp located in  Illinois offering many fun and educational Performing-Arts and other activities, including: Computers, Math, Academics and more. iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 is a top Performing-Arts Camp for ages: 6 - 18.
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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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Chicago Filmmakers Adventure Sandwich! Camp
Chicago, Illinois

Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Adventure Sandwich! Camp 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: 8-12

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Weekdays. 10AM-3PM

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Led by Lily Emerson (aka Moira Funbuttons), the creator and star of the Adventure Sandwich! web series, this camp will allow students to collaborate on the concept, design, and construction of a set, props, and costumes, which they will ultimately use to produce an Adventure Sandwich-style video.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, Academics, and more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 24-28, $235

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Performing Arts Camps in IL
Offer Day & Overnight Options

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.



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Smith Walbridge Clinics
Charleston, IL

Visit Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Website
217-687-2005
swclinics[AT]swclinics.com
Hosted at Eastern Illinois University, Taylor Hall
2121 Fourth Street
Charleston, IL 61920

WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Smith Walbridge ClinicsOffice
P.O. Box 859
Mahomet, IL 61853

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Smith Walbridge Clinics Video

CAMPER AGES: 13-22 student camps, 18+ adult/director camps

TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Range from 4 to 6 days, housing included. Commuter options.

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1949, Smith Walbridge became the first camp in the country to offer specialized training for marching band related activities. The tradition, reputation, and success of the SWC organization has earned international respect in the music education world. The elite status of the various clinics and workshops continues to attract high school, middle school, college students, and directors internationally. See our website for detailed descriptions of each clinic we offer.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more. Student Clinics: Color Guard, Section Leader, Drumline & Front Ensemble, Drum Major, Mace & Signal Baton, Student Conductor, Leadership. Directors Clinics: Marching Band Directors, Drill Design

Smith Walbridge Clinics is a Top Performing Arts Summer Camp located in Charleston Illinois offering many fun and educational Performing Arts and other activities, including: Fine Arts/Crafts, Music/Band and more. Smith Walbridge Clinics is a top Performing Arts Camp for ages: 13-22 student camps, 18+ adult/director camps.
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CAMP LOCATION: Clinics and Workshops are help on the campus of Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, IL. Visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com to view information or request a brochure.

CAMP FACILITIES: LIVING FACILITIES: Modern air-conditioned dorms available exclusively for our clinics, Dorms located adjacent to fields and teaching areas, Plenty of parking areas around dorm for easy check-in and checkout, Large modern air-conditioned lounge areas for relaxing and visiting INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES: Four large drill fields located near the dorm, A large-scale field house backup for inclement weather, Plenty of shaded teaching areas, Large air-conditioned indoor rooms for some classes, and rehearsals Doudna Fine Arts Theater for evening events. PERFORMANCE FIELD: Closing ceremonies and performance will be presented in OBrien stadium.
FREE TIME ACTIVITIES: Rotary water park with pools, water slides, fountains, etc, pool table in dorm, Outdoor cookout (drum major clinic), Bowling night, DJ party, Stunt Night (Talent Show; a long time tradition at SWC), Serenade evening after Stunt Night (Drum Major Clinics only)

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: See complete descriptions of all clinics at Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com

Drum Major Clinic: Agenda
-Special training for college students
-All conducting classes taught by professional university conductors
-Drum majors who return or attend both sessions do not repeat same classes
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of conducting
-Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced levels of showmanship
-Fundamentals of drill design
-Squad drills and competition with signals and commands
-Daily individual evaluations of fundamentals
-Daily individual video tape evaluations
-Leadership and motivational techniques
-Individual help with score study
-Teaching and cleaning drill
-Developing individual styles in conducting and showmanship
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals
-Elective classes including: multi-drum majoring, salutes, showmanship, choreography, various marching styles
and twirling maces/signal batons

Section Leader Clinic: Agenda
Beginners
-Thorough marching fundamentals and basic commands
-Individual help with marching style and posture problems
-How to learn drills and read charts
-Basic knowledge of drill design
-The science of marching and the nine concepts of movement
-Measurements and grid systems
-Administration and organization
-These students are gradually merged with the advanced students

Experienced Section Leaders
-Accelerated marching fundamentals review
-Music basics, including tuning, tone production, articulations, reading skills and technique
-Exercises for teaching marching while playing an instrument
-How to teach and clean marching drills
-Basic commands review
-Motivation, attitude and team concepts
-Music rehearsal techniques
-Methods for teaching marching fundamentals of various styles
-Analyzing and resolving posture problems

Drumline & Front Ensemble Clinic: Agenda
-Leadership and motivation concepts
-Drumline marching fundamentals
-Warm-up and technical exercises
-Sectional teamwork
-Rehearsal techniques
-Cadences and visuals
-Visuals and modern body movement

Color Guard Clinic: Agenda
-Optional saber spinning classes
-High teacher to student ratio
-Routines created exclusively for the clinic
-Several music selections from recent marching band publications
-Free video and audio tapes of routines for each school
-An opportunity for students to learn how to create their own routines
-Group and individual evaluations and awards
-Modern body movement technique classes
-Marching fundamentals
-Free instructional manuals
-Optional sponsor/instructor sessions

Leadership Clinic: Agenda
-Group Psychology
-Self Analysis
-Creativity exercises
-Problem solving
-Motivational concepts
-Solving discipline problems
-Teamwork methods
-Training student leaders
-Interactive exercises to solve various problems
-Exercises and interactive activities that have purpose
-Activities that can be used at home to achieve results
-Learning about maturity and responsibility
-New curriculum each year

Mace & Signal Baton Workshop: Agenda
-Spice up performance skills with spectacular tricks, salutes, and twirling routines
-Develop a dynamic visual presentation sure to dazzle the audience and the judges too!
-Break away from common Drum Major staging, making a powerful contribution to the visual elements of the band’s performance
-Expert instructors with extensive performance experience
-Three levels of instruction

Student Conductor Workshop: Agenda
-Group conducting sessions focused on basic conducting techniques
-Individualized instruction throughout the clinic
-Lab Band: Students conduct a live ensemble of other workshop attendees
-Students are recorded & provided with video footage of their conducting experience daily
-Private Conducting Lessons
-Time devoted to study scores & recordings from your own school with our staff
-Opportunities to share & exchange ideas with campers from schools throughout the country
-Input and feedback from our First Class staff

Drill Design Clinic: Agenda
-Beginner level training for Pyware 3D drill design software and drill design methodology
-Advanced level training for more advanced techniques with Pyware 3D
-Individual assistance and an opportunity to work on your own marching band drills
-State-of-the art computer lab
-Exchange of ideas
-Discussions about special individual situations

Marching Band Directors Clinic: Agenda
-Teaching fundamentals for flags and color guard concerns
-Basic teaching techniques for marching percussion
-Rehearsal techniques for marching fundamentals
-Music rehearsal techniques for marching band
-Motivational and leadership concepts
-Basic drill design techniques
-Group psychology
-Discussion groups, exchanging ideas and solutions to problems
-Observation and discussion of video tapes of various marching bands
-Percussion topics for band directors
-Modern body movements and choreography
-Special considerations for large and small bands
-Recruitment, public relations and marketing ideas
-Parade marching
-Question – answer sessions with the experts
-Solutions to typical marching band problems
-How to teach and clean drill
-Identifying and solving posture problems and stylistic inconsistencies

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program: Our Camp Website Link: www.swclinics.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: DISCOUNTS

-HALF PRICE for Drum Major Week 2 if attending Week 1.
-HALF PRICE for Leadership, Mace & Signal Baton, and Student Conductor Workshops if attending any other Clinic.
-Band Directors can attend the Drill Design or Marching Band Directors Workshops for free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 12-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Colorguard sponsors or instructors can attend the Flag and Rifle Clinic free if sending 20 or more students and half price if sending 1-19 students to any combination of clinics or workshops.
-Student discounts of 10% are available for schools sending 12-19 students, and 20% for sending 20 or more students to any combination of sessions. If one student attends more than one session, each additional attendance counts towards the minimum. PAYMENTS MUST BE COLLECTED AND MADE IN BULK AND SET UP WITH THE OFFICE IN ADVANCE.

OTHER CAMP INFO: SW will transport participants to and from Champaign (air, train, bus) terminals for those traveling using public transportation. A SW staff member in a SW shirt and a sign will meet participants at their designated location. SW IS NOT a licensed chauffeur service. Our transportation assistance is intended provide free service to help minimize travel expenses costs. SW is not responsible for delays or cancellations that may occur while traveling. SW will not be responsible for traveler's expenses resulting from cancellations, hotels, meals, or bag fees. SW provides this service for pick up in Champaign only. Those needing this assistance are required to complete and send us the Public Transportation Form. Mail/fax/e-mail it to us not less than 5 days in advance of your arrival.

View our online information packet under "information documents" online

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
ILLINOIS LOCATION at EIU Charleston, IL

JULY 7-10, 2020:
-Flag/Rifle Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.

-Marching Band Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.

-Drumline & Front Ensemble Clinic- $335 Resident/$255 Commuter.

-Marching Band Directors Clinic- $385 Resident/$275 Commuter. (CPDU credit, grad credit available)

JULY 10-12, 2020:
-Drill Design Clinic- $295 Resident/$225 Commuter. (CPDU credit, Grad credit available)

-Leadership Clinic- $265 Resident/$205 Commuter.

JULY 12-17, 2020:
-Drum Major Clinic- week 1- $560 Resident/$440 Commuter.

JULY 17-19, 2020:
-Mace and Signal Baton Clinic- $265 Resident/ $205 Commuter.

-Student Conductor Clinic- $265 Resident/ $205 Commuter.

JULY 19-24, 2020:
-Drum Major Clinic- week 2- $560 Resident/$440 Commuter.

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Provision Theater Youth Program Summer Camp
Chicago, IL

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).

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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Steve & Kate's Camp
Illinois Location(s)

Visit Our Steve & Kate's Camp Website
415.513.0469
425 Dempster Street
Evanston, Illinois 60201

OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
California
Massachusetts
Oregon
Washington
Washington D.C.
New Jersey
New York
Illinois

WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
28 Liberty Ship Way, Suite 2815,
Sausalito, CA 94965

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Steve & Kate's Camp Video

CAMPER AGES: 4 years old - 7th grade

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. M-F: 7:30am - 6pm

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Steve & Kate's, we strive to create an environment where children can explore their passions at their own pace -- from music recording and animation, to sports, sewing, and baking. We believe that when campers are given choice and freedom, they learn on a deeper and more meaningful level, gain confidence, and are genuinely happy! Parents love our flexibility in scheduling, as we offer day passes or membership, and drop-off and pick-up can take place anytime within our hours (7:30am-6pm). Food is included and any unused day passes are automatically refunded at the end of the summer.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Soccer, Technology, and more.

Steve & Kate s Camp is a Top Performing-Arts Summer Camp located in Evanston Illinois offering many fun and educational Performing-Arts and other activities, including: Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography and more. Steve & Kate s Camp is a top Performing-Arts Camp for ages: 4 years old - 7th grade.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available! Please see our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
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SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com.

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Old Town School of Folk Music Summer Camp
Chicago, Illinois

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.

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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One Step Programs
Illinois Location(s)

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.

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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Wiz Kids Camps
Illinois Location(s)

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.

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Chicago Filmmakers Digital Moviemaking Camp, Session 1
Chicago, Illinois

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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Peoria Ballet Summer Intensive
Eureka/Peoria, IL

Visit Our Peoria Ballet Summer Intensive Website
309-690-7990
Eureka College (First two weeks) then Peoria Ballet
300 East College Ave. / 809 West Detweiller Dr.
Eureka/Peoria, IL 724/725

MOST RECENT UPDATE:
More than 6 months ago. Contact camp for the latest 2025 camp info.

CAMPER AGES: 10+

TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. First two weeks overnight with weekend available. 3 weeks in Peoria may use dorms or stay with families

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: At Eureka College we are directly in between Bloomington, IL and Peoria, IL.
Peoria is in the heart of Illinois 2 1/2 hours South of Chicago and about 3 hours North of St.Louis

CAMP FACILITIES: At Eureka dormitory living with meals. Pool, workout area, and everything with in walking distance. Small town feel, safe and secure area.

At Peoria Ballet- State of the art studio's with Harlequin flooring. 4 studios. Small class sizes.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Intensive ballet training with modern, jazz, tap, lyrical too.
Performance after fifth week.
Peoria Ballet Artistic Director Servy Gallardo will be Master Teacher along with Guillermo Levya of Alma Dance Company, Chicago and Reida Dolbi.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp

OTHER CAMP INFO: Brochure and registration information available at Our Camp Website Link: www.peoriaballet.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 17-July19.
You may enroll for one week or all five!
$310.00 per week. Housing at Eureka is $60.00 per day or $780.00 for 13 days.
For weeks following Eureka Host families may be available..

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Broadway Break Thru
Illinois Location(s)

Visit Our Broadway Break Thru Website
917-686-6367
workshops[AT]broadwaybreakthru.com
1690 Newtown-Langhorne Road
Newtown, Pennsylvania 18940

OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
July 6 - 11
Winnetka, IL

July 13 - 18
Pre-College & College Summer Intensive at Roosevelt University in Chicago

July 20 - 25
Andover, Massachusetts

July 27 - August 1
Grand Rapids, Michigan

August 3 - 8
Newtown, PA

WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1515 Broadway
#3706
New York, NY 10036

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Broadway Break Thru Video

CAMPER AGES: 8 - 20

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. 9am - 5pm

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

AFFILIATION(S): Susan G Komen Foundation.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Broadway Break Thru, is the most comprehensive, quality performing arts experience, with individual classes for students ages 8 – 20. Our week-long intensive being held August 3 – 8 at George School in Newtown, will feature exclusive auditions for each participant with Broadway's "Matilda" and New York's top talent agency, Stewart Talent. Throughout the week, students will create their own films that will premiere in a student film festival, along with a live performance of Disney's "Frozen".

SAVE $100 if you register by April 15th!

Celebrity Guest faculty of previous years have included: Drew Van Acker (Pretty Little Liars & Devious Maids), Megan Hilty (Smash and Broadway Wicked), Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect and Broadway Spring Awakening), Amber Riley (GLEE and Off Broadway Cotton Club), Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family and Broadway Spelling Bee), Jonathan Groff (GLEE and Spring Awakening), and many more.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: The BBT Summer Intensive is located at acclaimed international boarding school, George School in Bucks County.

CAMP FACILITIES: George School is oaks and hemlocks, dogwoods and redbuds. It’s cleome blossoms in the bushes and clover in the grass. It’s running paths through the woods and Frisbee on the lawns. It’s red brick buildings, old wooden desks, wireless internet.

George School is the solar-powered Alternative Energy Center. It’s a Philadelphia meetinghouse from 1812 conserved and moved to our campus. It’s future-minded sustainability and a Zen-ish bear hug of the present. It’s hundreds of research databases and ebooks at the library, 600 seats at the arts center, and one-on-one meetings with a teacher.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: BBT has been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX and has been named the most comprehensive, quality performing arts summer intensive. BBT's goal is to provide national AND local opportunities, by presenting a faculty comprised of top industry professionals in all markets.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Payment plans and scholarships applications are made available upon request.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The BBT Parent's Class will be taught by Broadway's "Matilda" & "Billy Elliot" children's Casting Director Nora Brennan

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.BroadwayBreakThru.com for dates, times, fees and all other information or to register.

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JCC Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp
Lake Zurich, Illinois

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, Gymnastics, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, 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.

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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Facets Kids Film Camp
Chicago, Illinois

Visit Our Facets Kids Film Camp Website
773-281-9075 ext. 3011
kids[AT]facets.org
1517 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60614

CAMPER AGES: 7-14

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. weekdays, summer

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Facets Kids Film Camp welcomes participants with special needs. Please contact Kathleen Beckman to discuss your children's specific abilities or limitations.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: We are located a block east of Ashland on Fullerton Ave. in Chicago.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Does your child LOVE movies?

Help them explore their talents at Facets Kids Film Camp, where kids ages 7 to 14 build a foundation in the technique, language and process of moviemaking.

Film fundamentals such as: film vocabulary, camera shots, story development, film review, film history, acting, and basic production technique are introduced through engaging presentations and dozens of hands-on activities.

Making a movie, watching and talking about movies, writing reviews, or seeing the first movie ever made; there's something for every budding film lover at Facets Kids Film Camp.

Enroll your child today!

Half-day session in June.
Full-day sessions in July.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are first come, first served and are based on need. Email kids[AT]facets.org for more details.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Facets Children and Youth offers screenings and filmmaking workshops throughout the year. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.facets.org for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
HALF-DAY (10 days): $350
June 16 - June 27
Ages 11-14: 9am-12:30pm
Ages 7-10: 2pm-5:30pm

FULL-DAY (5 days): $450
July 7 - July 11 (ages 11-14)
July 14 - July 18 (ages 7-10)
July 21 - July 25 (ages 11-14)
July 28 - Aug 1 (ages 7-10)
9am-5pm

• 10% Facets Members discount.
• Snacks will be provided. Participants (full day) bring a sack lunch.

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Jen's Camp
Chicago, Illinois

Visit Our Jen's Camp Website
773-234-1323
jen[AT]jenscamp.com
2625 N Orchard St
Chicago, Illinois 60614

CAMPER AGES: 4-13

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Jen's Camp was designed for kids and families! Our goal? Make the entire experience from registering to day to day camp easy on the families and provide the kids with great activities and choices about how they spend their day. We saw families struggling with programs that only ran for 3 hours and saw first hand the strain that added to family units. Our goal is to make things easy on the families. That means less time coordinating logistics. We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, 2022, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.

SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are not set-up or staffed to help a camper 1:1. While camp cannot provide an aide, families are welcome to provide an aide for their camper as long as they are cleared by us first. Once we’ve received all the completed paperwork and confirmed background checks are clear for an aide, they will be able to attend camp with your camper. This is a long process as background checks can take weeks to clear so, if this is the right step for your family, we recommend reaching out as soon as possible to begin.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Technology, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the heart of Chicago's Lincoln Park! We rent the indoor and outdoor space at Alcott Elementary School.

CAMP FACILITIES: The indoor space is air conditioned and equipped with new filtered water bottle filling stations, restrooms, and is home to many of our activities including but not limited to: Stop motion animation, art lab, sewing (hand and machine), our relax area (think beanbag chairs, spa music, some essential oils in a diffuser from time to time books, chess, checks, etc), pool, table hockey, giant connect four, ping-pong and more! We also have access to the auditorium, cafeteria and 8 indoor classrooms.

The outdoor space includes a playground, full-size turf soccer field, lots of blacktop space for hopscotch, foursquare, chalk city and more! The entire outdoor space surrounded by an iron fence, which is locked during camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our fee is inclusive and covers morning and afternoon snacks, lunch and all of our offered activities, automatically. There are no extra registration steps for certain programs, no before or aftercare needed. We never leave campus so caregivers can drop off and pick up their campers whenever it is best for them within our hours of operation. We offer registration for the whole summer (best value), weekly blocks or by the day. Need just an afternoon? Snag a spot in our half-day pilot program from Noon - 6p.

The campers choose from the open activities (different activities are open at different times of day) and spend their time doing what interests them the most. All of our activities are designed to be intuitive, meaning even the youngest of campers can walk right up to the activity and get started. How? Meticulous preparation and plan ahead so that it all comes off as simple and easy to engage in.

We have visual guides for campers to reference and staff always nearby if a camper should want a little help or a high-five to celebrate some cool new thing that they just tried for the first time! From stop motion animation to hand sewing to water play on the turf field - we've got a great summer planned for your campers! Registration is open!

All of our staff will be up to date on their covid vaccinations, CPR/First Aid/AED certified, background checked and federal and state levels. We also have staff with food manager certification.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are fulfilled for the season, however, if you are interested, please email Jen's Camp so we can put your on our email list for next year!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also run a spring break camp that coincides with Chicago Public School spring break week. (Monday - Friday)

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our areas are offered to campers as choices throughout the day. Different areas are open at various times throughout the day and campers can chose the areas that interest them the most:
Outdoor Recreation
Technology (Stop motion animation)
Indoor Games (Mini pool, ping-pong, table hockey, fooseball, giant connect four)
Outdoor Games (pack a swimsuit, we will open a water activity when the weather allows)
Refresh Area (beanbags, chess, checkers, books)
Art Lab (from basic coloring to full blown projects - new themes each week)
and much, much more!
Check out our website for more information!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is open for the entire summer, weekly blocks or day passes.
We are open from Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12, Monday - Friday from 7:30a - 6p.

All registration covers all of our hours, activities, morning and afternoon snack and lunch! There is no need for before/aftercare, no registration deadlines and no rush to add the fun activities we offer! Why? It is our goal to lighten the logistical load on our families so that they can have more time together!

$3,319 a summer

$550 a week

$115 a day

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Virtuoso Performing Arts
Morton Grove, Illinois

Visit Our Virtuoso Performing Arts Website
847-998-9900
vpa[AT]VirtuosoPerformingArts.com
8120 Lehigh
Suite 105
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Musical Theater Camp:
(Grades 4-12; all levels)

- Fully-staged production of “Shrek The Musical”
- Professional production process
- Audition experience
- Music, dance, acting workshops
- Guest speakers — Q & A
- Arts & Crafts (day camp only)

All Musical Theater Camp students are required to audition for their roles in the musical. All students will receive a role. Students enrolling after June 1st will be admitted into the program at the discretion of the director.

Mini Musical Munchkins
(Grades 1-3; all levels)

Overview:
- Offers a taste of a professional musical production experience for VPA’s youngest musical theater students
- Culminates in a fully-staged production of “Shrek The Musical” performed with VPA’s 4th-12th grade Musical Theater Camp students (see right)
- Class time includes acting/voice/movement warm-ups, games and workshops, and artistic projects related to the production
- Price includes all rehearsals, costumes and performances for “Shrek The Musical”

Dance Intensives
(Grades 3-12; intermediate/advanced levels)

Grades 3-5 | Int Levels (includes lunch break)
July 21-24, Tues-Fri — 10:30-2:00 pm

Intensives will cover some or all of the following:
Ballet · Jazz · Modern · Hip Hop · Tap*
Conditioning · Nutrition · Composition· Improv

Faculty recommendation required for enrollment.

*Beginning tappers welcome

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: Camp is held at the Virtuoso Performing Arts studio, located in Morton Grove, Il.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Virtuoso Performing Arts provides classes and lessons in dance, acting, music and tumbling throughout the year. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.virtuosoperformingarts.com to learn more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.virtuosoperformingarts.com for more camp information.

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Eastern Music Camp
Charleston, Illinois

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.

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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Play On Comedy Camp
Evanston, Illinois

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.

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. 

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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Skyhawks Sports Academy Summer Sports Camps
Illinois Location(s)

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:
Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Baseball, 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

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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Steve and Kate's Camp
Illinois Location(s)

Visit Our Steve and Kate's Camp Website
Ashly.Fishell-Shaffer[AT]steveandkate.com
dc.northwest[AT]steveandkate.com
Locations Nationwide, including Washington International School
1690 36th Street NW
Washington, Washington DC 20007

OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
ALL SUMMER 2022 CAMP LOCATIONS
California: LA County
California: Orange County
California: San Francisco
California: SF Bay Area, East
California: SF Bay Area, North
California: SF Bay Area, Peninsula
California: SF Bay Area, South
Colorado
DC / Virginia
Georgia
Illinois
Massachusetts
Minnesota
New Jersey
New York
Oregon
Texas
Washington

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Steve and Kate's Camp Video

CAMPER AGES: 4-12

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We Trust Kids. So They Trust Themselves.
Since 1980, we've put kids in charge of their own learning experience. At Steve & Kate’s, kids try, fail, and learn on their own. They learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence. Campers choose minute to minute from a variety of activities including, sewing, stop-motion animation, music, performing arts, makers crafts, bread making, and more. They'll decide what they want to do, and for how long–developing confidence and learning to trust their judgment along the way.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Academics, and more.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

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Chicago Multi-Cultural Dance Center (CMDC) Dance Camp
Chicago, IL

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.

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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Computer Kids Club
Online 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.

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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Chicago Filmmakers Sceenwriting Class
Chicago, Illinois

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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Little Beans Cafe Evanston Summer Camp
Evanston, Illinois

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

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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JCYS Camp Henry Horner
Ingleside, Illinois

Visit Our JCYS Camp Henry Horner Website
(847) 740-5010
ibrubaker[AT]jcys.org
26710 W. Nippersink Road
Ingleside, Illinois 60041

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our JCYS Camp Henry Horner Video

CAMPER AGES: Kindergarten - 10th Grade

TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

AFFILIATION(S): Jewish.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: From one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp and Overnight Camp options, our fantastic location on Wooster Lake has a plethora of opportunities to offer each camper, including: a high-ropes course and zipline, lake activities and pool fun, sports galore, arts & crafts, campfires – and friendships that last a lifetime.

SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Located on the same 180 acres in Ingleside, Camp Red Leaf (CRL) is specially designed to serve individuals ages 9 and upward with developmental disabilities, emotional and behavioral needs. The highly adaptable programs at CRL strive to increase self-esteem, promote interaction, improve social skills and encourage independence in a natural environment.

As the only American Camp Association accredited camp serving both children and adults with disabilities in metropolitan Chicago, Camp Red Leaf fulfills a vital need for safe, reliable, and enriching programming for individuals with special needs

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: We are located on 180 acres on the shores of Lake Wooster about an hour from Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI in Ingleside, Illinois.

CAMP FACILITIES: JCYS Camp Henry Horner accommodations range from small lodges with kitchen facilities to large dorm-style housing that can accommodate over 100 people at a time. Located on Lake Wooster, our boathouse is full of canoes and kayaks for your water adventures while the lake is home to multiple large inflatables for swimming fun.

Camp is also home to the High Sierra Adventure Center that has a high and low ropes course, zipline and climbing wall, through traditional rock climbing is also available for the more adventurous camper! A heated pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, Ga Ga pit and more make up a sports-lover's paradise. But it is the campfires by the lake that make the best ending to any day at Camp.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Accredited by the American Camp Association, Camp Henry Horner brings the beauty of nature, the adventure of the wild, and the creature comforts of our home together in one amazing summer camp experience.

Our summer staff of 200 professional and talented role models from around the world provide the highest level of care for each and every camper. Our extremely skilled team includes day and overnight counselors, program specialists and health center staff. For 100 years, Camp Henry Horner has provided a beautiful outdoor backdrop to summer camp memories and friendships.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: All of our campers are mini-counselors in training, and several overnight campers have become some of our favorite counselors as they get older!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Jewish Council for Youth Services provides over $100,000 in scholarships to families each year. Families are able to apply for financial scholarships when they register for JCYS Camp Henry Horner. For more details, contact Camp Director Isaac Brubaker at ibrubaker[AT]jcys.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Families can choose from anywhere from one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp versus Overnight Camp options. Our flexibility and ability to work within your schedule, makes JCYS Camp Henry Horner an ideal fit for your family's perfect summer.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: JCYS Camp Henry Horner hosts outdoor excursions for groups of all ages. Perfect for an office retreat or a school field trip, for just the day or a full week, Camp Henry Horner’s campus is easily accessible and adaptable to your group’s needs.

Group activities can include team-building adventures on our high and low ropes course, zipline and climbing wall; kayak and canoe excursions on Lake Wooster; outdoor education programs tailored for your group and take advantage of our sprawling 180 acres of Camp; and cookouts, campfires and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Families can choose from anywhere from one-week to eight-week camp experiences, and Day Camp versus Overnight Camp options. Our flexibility and ability to work within your schedule, makes JCYS Camp Henry Horner an ideal fit for your family's perfect summer.

For more information regarding dates and fees, along with online registration, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.jcys.org.

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Music Theater Works YouthREACH Performing Arts Camp
Wilmette, Illinois

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.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for complete information.

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Chicago Filmmakers Advanced Moviemaking Camp
Chicago, Illinois

Visit Our Chicago Filmmakers Advanced Moviemaking Camp 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. Weekdays, 10AM-3PM

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Advanced Moviemaking students will have the opportunity to work with more sophisticated camera, lighting, and sound equipment, and will hone their skills using professional editing software.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, and more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: July 13-24, Session 2: Aug 10-21
$475

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Improv Playhouse
Libertyville, Illinois

Visit Our Improv Playhouse Website
847.968.4529
info[AT]improvplayhouse.com
116 W Lake Street
Libertyville, Illinois 60048

WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
116 W Lake Street
Libertyville, IL 60048

CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Improv Playhouse Video

CAMPER AGES: 3rd-12th grades

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily, 9am-3pm

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Improv Playhouse Performing Arts Camps (ACA accredited) involve your child in fun filled, local summer programming with stellar professional staff at prices for families looking for flexible choices and discriminating budgets. Each camp session will offer unique training and each camper will have the opportunity to explore and focus upon new paths of creativity in the Performing Arts. Improv Playhouse emphasizes an environment that nurtures every child as an individual artist, challenges aspiring actors and inspires theater beginners. All levels are encouraged to enroll.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more. Improv Comedy Camps

Improv Playhouse is a Top Performing Arts Summer Camp located in Libertyville Illinois offering many fun and educational Performing Arts and other activities, including: Musical Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Dance and more. Improv Playhouse is a top Performing Arts Camp for ages: 3rd-12th grades.
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CAMP LOCATION: We have locations in Libertyville and Highland Park, Illinois, two northern suburbs of Chicago. Libertyville locations: 116 W Lake Street and 735 N Milwaukee Ave (60048). Highland Park location: 1991 Sheridan Road (60035). Please visit our website for camp photos.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps are led by performing arts professionals with much experience of working with students of all ages and levels. We offer four two week sessions for all camps.

This year's camps musical theatre camps:

SESSION ONE: 6/15-6/26 - Snow White

SESSION TWO: 6/29 - 7/10 - Aladdin

SESSION THREE: 7/13 -7/24- Wicked Showcase

SESSION FOUR: 7/27 - 8/7 - Beauty and Beast

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need-based scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please inquire about payment plans.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Improv Playhouse offers fall, winter, and spring sessions of youth classes, including musical theatre, plays, improv, film-making, and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to website for camp tuition rates.

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Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps
Westmont, Illinois

Visit Our Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps Website
630/769-1199
98 E Chicago Avenue
Westmont, Illinois 60559

CAMPER AGES: 3 - 18

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Salt Creek Ballet provides excellence in dance education all year long. High level training also available for the summer: Join us for up to TWO WEEKS of Fairy Tale Ballet Camp and/or Creative Ballet Camp (July 20 - 24 & July 27 - 31) for ages 3-7. Weekly Ballet classes (June 8 - July 17) also offered for ages 3-8 and TEEN/ADULTS. We offer Pre-Professional summer programs for ages 9+.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, and more. Ballet

Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps is a Top Performing Arts Summer Camp located in Westmont Illinois offering many fun and educational Performing Arts and other activities, including: Dance and more. Salt Creek Ballet Summer Camps is a top Performing Arts Camp for ages: 3 - 18.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 state of the art dance studios all with sprung floors and marley.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.saltcreekballet.org

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Flames Cheerleading
Maywood, Illinois

Visit Our Flames Cheerleading Website
goflamescheer[AT]gmail.com
200 S 5th Avenue
Maywood, Illinois 60153

CAMPER AGES: 8-17

TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.

CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Flames Cheerleading Spring Break Camp is an exciting opportunity to come and learn what it takes to be part of a competitive cheerleading team! No experience is required! Ages 8-17. Spaces fill fast, so call today for more info.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Cheerleading, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the Boys & Girls Club in Maywood IL, directly across the street from Maywood Library and Maywood Police Station.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have air-conditioned facilities, cheer mats, and an enclosed outdoor space.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our coaches are all USACHEER certified as well as CPR certified and trained.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.goflamescheer.com to register!

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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Online Camp Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Visit Our Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp Website
215-972-2054
215-972-2105

artcamp[AT]pafa.org
118 North Broad Street
Youth and Family Programs
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

CAMPER AGES: 6-14

TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Mon-Fri: 9am - 3pm

CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.

BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Every day, campers engage in live, interactive art making with their instructors and friends on the video platform Zoom. We also use Canvas for sharing daily schedules, online artwork and discussions between campers and instructors. And as always, every camp week will culminate with a virtual exhibition and opening reception for family and friends live streamed on Zoom.

CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.

CAMP LOCATION: Center City, Philadelphia, PA. one block from historic City Hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..


Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

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Illinois YMCA Camps
YMCA Camps in Illinois

YMCA Camp Duncan
http://www.ymcachicago.org/duncan/
32405 North Hwy. 12
Ingleside, IL 60041
847.546.8086

Visit website for more information.


Illinois Boy Scouts Camps
Summer Camps in Illinois

http://www.neic.org/
Northeast Illinois Council
2745 Skokie Valley Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 433-1813

For more info visit the website.


Northern Illinois Girl Scouts Camps
Summer Camps in Northern Illinois

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


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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.

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