Arizona Broadway Theatre

Ages 7-12

Dates M-F, June 30-July 11 

Times 9a-3p (Hours extended to 5p on July 11)

Performance Date July 12 Performance Time 9a 

In Disney's My Son Pinocchio JR., the classic tale of toymaker, Geppetto’s, little wooden puppet is given new life. This new musical, which retells the classic Disney story from Geppetto’s perspective, features the beloved classic songs, “When You Wish upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” alongside a host of new songs by Oscar winner and Grammy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz. ABT’s Academy for Young Performers is devoted to theatre education for young performers ages 7-18. The Academy introduces, instills, and inspires young people to develop an appreciation for the performing arts with the culmination of a fully staged musical at the end of their time with us.

Here is some important information and friendly reminders to ensure a fun and successful camp.

This Camp takes place: Monday-Friday,  June 30 - July 11, 9a.m. - 3p.m. 

THERE IS NO CAMP ON JULY 4

On July 11th our hours will be extended to 5:00 p.m. 

This Camp Performs on Saturday, July 12th at 9 a.m.  

Campers will be called at 7:45 a.m. on July 12th. 

Checking-In/Out

Each day a parent/guardian must walk your child to the check-in table located in front of the building to properly check-in with our T.A.s.

This same protocol will need to be followed when retrieving your child at the end of the day.

What to Wear

Please come to camp each day clean and in loose fitting clothing that promotes movement.  Dresses and skirts are discouraged.  As a safety precaution, please wear CLOSED TOED shoes. No clogs, sandals, flip flops, or Crocs.   Each camper will receive a camp shirt, these shirts may be worn as part of your costume for the performance.  Please also provide solid, black pants or leggings, and black or dark shoes (no light ups) to be worn on Friday, June 6 as well as on the day of the performance.  If costume pieces need to be provided from home, we will make sure these needs are communicated by Friday evening of the first week.

Lunch

You are responsible for providing a lunch for your child every day that camp is in session.  Each day students will have 15 minutes allocated for lunch and 10 minutes for a snack.  Please plan accordingly.  Lunches must be nut free. Gum is not allowed while inside the facility under any circumstances.  Please bring a refillable water bottle clearly marked with your camper’s name.

Following lunch each day we will give the campers 15 minutes of “quiet time” where they may continue eating, study their scripts, read a book, or close their eyes.  Please plan accordingly. If your student would like to bring a blanket, sleeping bag, or pillow they may do so, but it is not required.

Ticket Policy

Each performer will receive (1) complimentary ticket to be used any way they choose.  All additional tickets must be purchased in-person at the box office.  These tickets range in price from $15 (Pre-show day) and $20 (Day-of).  There is no limit to the number of tickets you may purchase, but it is first come, first serve until tickets last.  These tickets may be purchased in-person at the box office (M-F 10am-3pm) starting June 30th.

The recording of video, audio, and the taking of any photos of our performance is strictly prohibited, however a professionally filmed digital copy of the performance as well as production photos may be ordered.  Photos are available for $20, Video Recording is available for $20, and a combination package which includes both Photos and Video is available for $35.

Illness

If illness occurs during our camp dates, please inform our Education Director, Stephen Hohendorf by calling or texting 616-295-5183 prior to the start of the day.  Please note that due to the timeline of this program missing a day or two of camp may result in less opportunity within the performance.  We will try to catch-up your camper on what they have missed, but it may not always be possible and will be assessed on a case by case basis.  

Conduct

Bullying Policy

ABT strives to create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for all its students.  With this in mind, we have a 0-tolerance bullying policy.  Should an incident occur we have in place a three-step action plan.  Step 1: Instructors talk to the student(s) privately and give verbal warning. Step 2: Student’s parent/guardian is contacted and brought in to create a solution.  Step 3: Dismissal from the program. If a student inflicts physical assault on a fellow student, they will be dismissed from the program immediately.  

Please note that siblings attending this program may have different familiarity while at home, however, siblings  will be held to the same standard as non-siblings when it comes to physical and verbal boundaries. 

Please also note that the following behavior is not allowed at any time and could end up in dismissal from the program:

Inappropriate or aggressive physical contact.

Expressions or jokes that are of a bigoted, racist, or sexual nature.

Expressions or jokes that may be harmful to another student or instructor.

Possession or distribution of inappropriate content (including photos and videos).

Possession or distribution of any illegal substances including alcohol, drugs or vaporizers.

Cellphones are not permitted during the hours of your camp.  Campers may bring cellphones in case of emergency, but they must remain out of sight at all times.

If you have any questions or concerns between now and the beginning of camp, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Education Director, Stephen Hohendorf at StephenH@azbroadway.org.

On behalf of everyone here at the Arizona Broadway Theatre, we are so excited to be spending the summer with you and your family!