June 11-15
Fairy Tale Theatre 9am - 12pm Instructor: Johannah Edwards
Here ye, Here ye! Calling all princes, princesses, witches, frogs, and dragons from far, far, away. Let’s act out classic fairy tales and come up with some new twists to make them all our own!
Dancing Through the Decades 1 - 4pm Instructor: Todd Smith
Want to learn dances that have Broadway style and flair? How about dances from different periods in time like the Charleston, the Twist, or the Moonwalk? Join Broadway dancer Todd Smith as you learn a variety of dances from different eras. By the end of the week the class will choreograph their own journey of Dancing Through the Decades.
Shutter Bug 1 - 4pm Instructor: Jack Morton
The budding photographer will love this introductory class to the world of photography. Your little paparazzo will learn several techniques including contrast, sharpness, movement, and the rule of thirds. At the end of the week, they will be seeing the world through a different lens!
June 18-22
Stars of Dance 9am - 12pm Instructor: Stacey Shumake
Students will experience different styles of dance and dancers, from modern with Martha Graham to jazz choreographer Bob Fosse to ballet with Anna Pavlova just to name a few. Each day will feature a different genre of dance, with the class culminating with a sharing of all we have learned.
Sew Fashion 1 - 4pm Instructor: Penney Lettie
This camp will be SEW much fun! Bring your 18” doll and explore the world of fashion as campers design and build their own doll clothes using simple patterns and trims. Then we will create some stylish girl/doll matching jewelry and a t-shirt and even learn doll hairstyles to fit any occasion. A “tea party” will end a week of fun for you and your doll!
Clay Creations 1 - 4pm Instructor: Renee Boyette
Try your hand at a variety of hand-building techniques for working with clay such as coil, slab, and pinch. Glazed animal sculptures, pots, bird feeders, and much more will become your “clay creations” as you give your fingers and your imagination a real workout!
June 25-29
Performing in Pyramids 9am - 12pm Instructor: Katharine Boyes
Build a pyramid. Create a mummy. Learn Egyptian dances. Make an Egyptian musical instrument. Write your name in hieroglyphics. Discover what it was like to live in Ancient Egypt and put on a show featuring your own music, movement, scenery, costumes and art work.
Elf Gardens 1 - 4pm Instructor: Jan Fiorilli
Take your elf off the shelf and give him a garden all to himself! Create a miniature world where imagination can make every adventure come true as we build miniature gardens fit for elves.
Art in Motion 1 - 4pm Instructors: Ann Huntley & Ellen Gamble
Students will use the ideas of contrast, theme, variation, and balance to explore spatial relationships through art and dance. Art projects will include works on paper and 3D creations with found objects. Dancers will improve coordination, sequencing, and culminate in a “gallery opening” with a dance performance.
July 9-13
Dabbles in Dance 9am - 12pm Instructor: Kathryn Auman
Jazz, ballet, and modern, as well as an introduction to improvisation and choreography- there are so many ways to dance! Here’s your chance to try them all. Delve into a different dance form each day, learning technique then branching out into creative exploration. Family and friends are invited to an informal sharing on the final day.
Hoops for Health 1 - 4pm Instructor: Carrie Reiser
Your child will be doing loop-de-loops as they hoola hoop through the week. Twirling and swirling, they will learn not only how to keep the hoop on their waist, but will learn some of the health benefits of hoola hooping. They will bring home tricks that will have your head spinning!
Play with Mache 1 - 4pm Instructor: Amanda Stephenson
Get hands-on as we roll up our sleeves and get elbow-deep in paper pulp and glue. Using our imaginations, we will manipulate newspaper to create magnificent works of art. We will then paint and decorate them to finish our incredible masterpieces.
July 16-20
Stepping Into Stardom (ages 6-10) 9am - 4pm Instructors: Katharine Boyes & Todd Smith
Do you enjoy singing, dancing, acting, making music, designing costumes and scenery? Then this week will put all your creative skills and talents to work as you compose your own musical. This camp is a true celebration of the multi-arts approach: campers will spend the mornings working on the music and the afternoons will focus on staging and designing the show. A performance of the final creation will be presented on stage in Pittman Auditorium on the campus of Saint Mary’s School on Friday, July 20.
Tuition: $250 for the week. Campers should pack daily snacks as well as lunch.
Movin’ and Groovin’ 1 - 4pm Instructor: Nikki Dublin Turner
Jump! Roll! Kick! Spin into action this summer! In Moovin’ and Groovin, high energy movers and shakers get their groove on and funk it up! Explore how you relate to rhythm and space by trying out all kinds of movement. From handstands to shoulder rolls, learn about building strength and flexibility in funky and creative ways!
July 23-27
The Magic of the Musical 9am - 12pm Instructor: Katharine Boyes
Who’s your favorite character of the Broadway stage? Come and learn the songs and dances from the shows you love. Design your costumes, scenery, and props. Dazzle your audience with songs and dances from musicals past and present. Put on a Broadway review!
Baubles with Bling 1 - 4pm Instructor: Amanda Stephenson
Get ready to decorate yourself! In this camp we will be exploring the world of jewelry from the creation of the beads to the design process. We will be making necklaces and bracelets out of femo dough, clay, and paper beads. In addition we will explore pattern, color combinations and more! Everyone will leave looking a little more fabulous.
Fairies, Flowers, and Fantasy 1 - 4pm Instructor: Eliza Hearn
Do you love creating with color? Are you fascinated by fairies and butterflies? Do you enjoy drawing and painting different kinds of flowers? Come explore the fantasy world of fairies and the variety of fabulous flowers! Let your imagination fly free this summer as we enhance our drawing skills, learn about flowers, and make our own fairy wings and fairy dolls.
July 30-August 3
It’s Greek to Me 9am - 12pm Instructor: Johannah Edwards
The Greek myths provide a wonderful collection of magical and mystical stories which children love. Become larger-than-life heroes, gods, and goddesses! Discover just how much impact the ancient Greeks have on our lives today- in the arts, mathematics, science, music, theater, and of course, the Olympics!
Countdown to the Olympics 1 - 4pm Instructor: Katharine Boyes
Do you have your running shoes? Then head on over to London for the 2012 Olympic Games. Learn what it takes to be an Olympic champion. Celebrate the Ancient Greeks and the first Olympics and discover how this
wonderful event has brought together nations around the world for centuries. Dance, work out, sing and shout for the gold!
Gold Medal Olympic Art 1 - 4pm Instructor: Shari Burgdorf
Explore the Olympics through the world of art from making the Olympic torch and creating international flags for the Opening Ceremony to designing our own Olympic mascots, to painting our Olympic athlete self portraits. Step up on the gold medal podium as an Olympic artist!
August 6-10
Dance Across the Nations 9am - 12pm Instructor: Stacey Shumake
What better way to experience the world than through participating in a multitude of dances? We will travel to each continent, learning cultural dances along the way. We’ll even have time to explore the wildlife, landforms, and climate of each destination. No passport required!
Sci-Fi Symphony 1 - 4pm Instructor: Katharine Boyes
Let the force be with you!! Take a rocket into outer space. Discover the secret world of space marvels from your favorite sci-fi novels and films. Transport yourself and your imagination to create a sci-fi symphony featuring your own music, movement, scenery, costumes and artwork.
Art Around the World 1 - 4pm Instructor: Shari Burgdorf
Set off on an expedition to see the world. Walk the continents; Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Americas as we explore crafts from around the world. Look into old and new civilizations from the Romans and their mosaics to the Tibetan monks and their sand art. So get out your passport and travel to new places, experiencing art along the way!
