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Visit Our Choir School of Delaware Musical Theater Summer Camp Website
Director of Education and Assistant Conductor
(302) 283-9161
(302)-543-8657, x3
tmcnair[AT]choirschoolofdelaware.org
bstanton[AT]choirschoolofdelaware.org
The Grand Opera House
818 N Market St
Wilmington, Delaware 19101
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
The Choir School of Delaware
Office: 302-543-8657 x7
Cell: 302-824-0787
CAMPER AGES: Eligibility: Students entering grade 5 – graduating seniors
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Academics: A primary focus during summer camp is preventing the dreaded summer slide. Our academic courses help keep students skills fresh so that when they return to school in the fall the pick back up right where they left off or better! Musical Theater Training: At the Choir School of Delaware, we are proud to present an annual musical production which we prepare for over the course of camp. Music from the show is taught and rehearsed in music class.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Musical Theater, Theater, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Fine Arts/Crafts, Dance, Baseball, Swimming, Adventure, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: The Grand Opera House and The Playhouse on Rodney Square are located two blocks from one another on Market Street in an increasing vibrant downtown Wilmington. A number of superb restaurants are within easy walking distance of either theater; many of those participate in our Stage Door Pass program available to subscribers (see more details here). Ample parking is also available within just a few blocks of The Grand and Playhouse.
CAMP FACILITIES: The Grand Opera House, also known as The Grand or Masonic Hall and Grand Theater, is a 1,208-seat theater for the performing arts in Wilmington, Delaware, United States. The four-story building was built in 1871 by the Delaware Grand Lodge of Masons to serve as a Masonic Temple and auditorium.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Choir School’s Summer Session focuses on daily instruction in math, reading and music. Students will also engage in other activities including mindfulness, movement, science, art and more. State Certified & Licensed.
The afternoons are filled with rehearsals for not only music, but also dance, scene work, and other related preparations for the musical. The show is open to the public and tickets will be available. About the Show: From the Tony Award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Seussical, Ragtime), comes the Olivier Award-winning Once on This Island. This highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the popular fairy tale, The Little Mermaid, garnered eight Tony nominations for its Broadway run, including Best Musical, Book and Score. Field Trips: Field Trips are currently being scheduled. A calendar of trips will be available closer the the start of camp in June. Field trips in the past have taken us to Ashbourne Swim Club, Bellevue and Alapocas State Parks, Delaware Historical Society, Herr’s Potato Chip Factory, Blue Rooms Game and more!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: State Certified & Licensed.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Eligibility: Students entering grade 5 – graduating seniors.
Requirements: Audition required, enrollment not contingent on audition...
Cost to Families: No cost for enrollment / optional $150 field trip fee.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Choir School of Delaware is a comprehensive, multifaceted, after-school program that has a strong legacy of serving and engaging Wilmington’s youth and families through music and mentoring.
Historically known as the Cathedral Choir School of Delaware, we provide professional musical training, leadership and language skills, academic support, and college-bound mentoring in an intergenerational environment for youth in Wilmington, Delaware and surrounding regions.
Choir School offers a year round safe space for students after school with academic support to do their homework, receive tutoring services, mentorship, and music training. We also provide transportation, meals and Purchase of Care Accepted.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Musical Theater Summer Camp Join the Choir School of Delaware at The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, DE this summer for a magical, musical experience! Anyone who wants to be part of this summer camp experience in welcome.
Facts At-A-Glance:
Dates: June 27 – July 29, 2022
Times: Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates: June 27 – July 29, 2022
Requirements: Audition required, enrollment not contingent on audition...
Cost to Families: No cost for enrollment / optional $150 field trip fee.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
SUMMER APPRENTICE PROGRAM: Our summer camp jobs, whether you're a singer, dancer or on the tech crew, there's a place for you! Also included: Academic Enrichment PSAT/SAT Prep Music Training Meals and more! SPACE IS LIMITED!!!
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