Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Effingham Performance Center has announced dates and shows for it upcoming summer theatre camps.
The 12th Annual Summer Youth Theatre Camp program, which includes camp options for school-aged children, will include two mini camps, one junior high camp, and one high school camp.
“Our summer theatre camps are a great opportunity for kids to learn about theatre, participate in a production, and make new friends,” said Kim Jansen, executive director at The EPC. “Our camps also build self-confidence, teach the importance of teamwork, and foster creativity.”
Areas covered at camp include acting, auditioning, voice coaching, costume design, set building, marketing, and much more.
“The kids who participate in camp learn not only about acting on a stage, but they also learn what goes on backstage,” said Jansen. “They are given the opportunity to be a part of a production from start to finish.”
High School Camp, featuring “Alice in Wonderland,” will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday June 19 to 29 with a performance on June 29 at 7 p.m. The cost to attend is $200, and the camp is open to students who will complete 9th through 12th grade in 2023.
Junior High Camp, featuring “The Lion King Jr,” will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday July 10 to 20 with a performance on July 20 at 7 p.m. The cost to attend is $175, and the camp is open to students who will complete 5th through 8th grade in 2023.
Mini Camps will be held for students who have completed kindergarten through 4th grade. Two camp sessions are available: Mini Camp 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 to 8 with a performance at 7 p.m. June 8; and Mini Camp 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 3 with a performance at 7 p.m. Aug. 3. The cost to attend is $125, and the camp is open to students who will complete kindergarten through 4th grade in 2023.
Registration for camps will open on March 1. Spots are limited. Registration forms will be available through the Box Office and online at www.TheEPC.org. Camp Scholarships are also available based on financial need.
To learn more about the camp, stop by the EPC’s Box Office, call 217-540-2788 or visit www.TheEPC.org.
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