Where To Apply For Theatre Camp Phoenix

By Toni Vang


When looking to attend a great performance art camp, children and teens have several options. Something that is especially true when it comes to attending a theatre camp Phoenix. Regardless of ability to pay, there are programs which allow children from broken homes, foster homes, group homes and shelters the ability to attend free of charge. While there are also a number of camps in the area for those whom are more fortunate than others.

When desiring to send a child to camp and living outside the Phoenix area, it is often good to do an online search to locate similar opportunities closer to home. While some children excel in the performing arts, others are more focused on subjects like science and history. As such, it is often best to discuss which type of camp a child might be interested in before finalizing any plans or completing the application and registration process.

In some programs, children from foster homes, group homes and shelters create and share in various lectures and workshops. Camps offered through non-profits often operate on a two week basis. Whereas, there are others which often run six weeks or more. As these programs are also rather intensive, there is generally on-site counseling available for those experiencing emotional issues during the course of the program.

At most, guest artists, volunteers and instructors lead classes in costuming, improvisation, mask making, props, stage set-up and take down and other aspects of theater. While this is the case, it is generally the children who create, produce and present productions during the last week of camp. Volunteers often help with costuming, stage design and set-up to help build self-confidence and teach more technical aspects associated with performing arts.

One program which is aimed at assisting children from dysfunctional homes is that of the Herberger program near Phoenix, AZ which offers the ability for some troubled youth to attend a two week Summer camp free of charge. While more traditional camps often run six weeks, these two week camp often works best for children with emotional issues who have a problem with the longer attention span required for these longer camps.

One reason why Herberger and other camps help provide children and teens with an edge once having reached the point of attending auditions. The more an individual understands about the performing arts, the better chance of obtaining a call back for a second or third audition. Although, another important aspect of this type work is being able to handle rejection when no call backs are received, something that is taught heavily during these camps, especially to those with emotional issues.

Some individuals can take rejections personally when lacking this knowledge. Something that can be quite hard for children whom have, or, are currently dealing with rejection in other areas. As such, most often these Summer programs try and find a place for every child in the final productions.

Whether attending a traditional camp, or, a more specialized program, all have a great deal to offer in the way of learning. While there may be some opportunities for students to acquire grants and scholarships, children from broken homes, low-income, homeless shelters and those undergoing psychological treatment are often first in line to receive funding. Before registering a child for any type of camp, it is often recommended that parents or guardians read a variety of reviews, then visit the location of choice when and where possible.




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