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Do not throw away your shot to celebrate the 4th of July with HAMILTON! Here at Stages, we combine the magic of musical theater with the fun and freedom of summer to help campers develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage! Campers will learn the foundations of musical theatre while experiencing the thrill of an intensive audition and rehearsal process. Throughout the week, they will participate in music, choreography, and blocking rehearsals, all in preparation for their final performance on the last day of camp. Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! BEST OF ALL? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands. If your child is ready to work hard, have fun, and take their talent to the next level, Summer at Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Join us and our professional teaching artists for an in-depth week of Contemporary Musical Theater. performance prep! We will be learning (age appropriate) selections from the shows our middle schoolers keep asking for such as Heathers, Mean Girls, Beetlejuice and more! Young actors will be introduced to several famous methods of acting as they participate in scene study, character analysis, vocal coaching and rehearse for their Final Performance which will take place on the last day of camp! Campers will also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Grand Kickoff Camp MENU This is the perfect camp to kick off our cooking summer camp series! This flavorful week is designed for curious Lil' Chefs to explore French, Italian, and Asian cuisines, and to learn how to sauté, simmer, and season like pros. They’ll also practice foundational baking skills while creating sweet desserts and kid‑favorite recipes. It’s a perfect mix of global cooking and hands‑on kitchen confidence. (Note: The menu is subject to change based on ingredient availability.) ABOUT SUMMER CAMP: Whether your child likes to bake, create, roast, sauté, fry, or blend, we have a camp for all interests. Our camps are organized into 3 age groups, so all chefs team up with their peers. All chefs will get to taste everything that they cook. All recipes will be sent home for later preparation. A child may also pack up any uneaten tastings to share at home. This is a hands-on cooking camp. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit our FAQ page at https://lilchefschool.com/kids-cooking-summer-camp-faq.html Please view our full list of Summer Camps at https://lilchefschool.com/kids-cooking-summer-camp-schedule-registration.html PLEASE NOTE: **We are a nut-free school and can accommodate ONLY and ALL nut allergies. We cannot accommodate any other allergies and/or food restrictions. If children have gluten or dairy sensitivity, they can participate but cannot taste. ** If a class/camp is not filled, we will combine age groups as we see appropriate and assign a task(s) based on skill level. For our Tiny Chefs ages 4-6, we use time fillers because our little ones get tired of cooking for 3 hours, and/or it is difficult to keep their attention for this long period. So, our Chefs will play games, or let our Tiny Chefs color, or play other food-related games to finish our time. Unless you purchase a 30-minute Pre-Care pass, you may arrive NO MORE THAN 10 minutes early for check-in, and you MUST stay with your child until the start of camp. Also, unless you purchase an After-Care pass, any guardian who is late picking up their child will be charged $50 for every 10-minute increment upon completion of the camp – unless we are notified of the tardiness in advance. Refund Policy Please be advised that summer camp fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. If advance notice is given, you may transfer it to a different week, if available. A $10 transfer fee will apply.

Get ready to ROAR into the summer with a week of musical theater fun inspired by THE LION KING! Inspired by the hit Broadway show, this week-long camp combines the magic of musical theater with the fun and freedom of summer to help campers develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage! Campers will spend the week singing, dancing, acting, and rehearsing for their Final Performance which will take place on the last day of camp! They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” helping to create costume pieces, sets, and props that they'll use in their final performance! Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Reach for the sky — Jessie and Woody are coming to Piglets! 🐷✨ Join us for a magical Toy Story–themed playgroup where little cowboys and cowgirls will sing, dance, play, and create alongside their favorite Toy Story friends. This playful morning is designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers, with plenty of movement, imagination, and hands-on fun. Your child will enjoy: ⭐ Meet & greet with Jessie and Woody 🎶 Music, dancing & interactive play 🎨 Toy Story–inspired crafts 📸 Adorable photo ops 💛 A warm, playful Piglets atmosphere Perfect for ages 1–4.5, this special playgroup is all about creativity, connection, and a whole lot of giggles. Spots are limited — grab yours before they fly off to infinity and beyond! 🚀

Do you love animals and making things with your hands? In this one-week needle felting workshop, you’ll turn fluffy wool into adorable animal friends using special felting needles and lots of imagination! You’ll learn the basics of needle felting, including how to shape, layer, and attach wool to build animals step by step. From tiny ears and tails to spots, stripes, and expressions, you’ll add personality and detail to bring your creatures to life. You can create a real animal or invent one of your own! Throughout the week, you’ll practice patience, focus, and craftsmanship while working safely with special tools and plenty of guidance. By the end of the week, you’ll have one or more soft, sculpted animal friends to take home and show off. This workshop is perfect if you enjoy animals, soft materials, and creating small sculptures with big character!

Get ready to jump, cheer, and shine! Our week-long Cheer Camp introduces young athletes to the exciting world of cheerleading through age-appropriate dances, simple stunts, and fun choreographies. Led by coaches with multiple years of competitive cheer experience, campers will learn the fundamentals of cheerleading in a safe, supportive, and energetic environment. By the end of the week, each athlete will master the basics of cheer and perform a complete choreographed cheer dance with stunts that we'll film and send home as a video of their performance. Perfect for beginners and those looking to build confidence, coordination, and teamwork skills! All of the camps come together for lunch, recess breaks, and special events. There are free choice activities in the morning/afternoon including games and crafts. **This camp is for the grades listed in the title only** ***REGISTER BY APRIL 24th to RECEIVE A FREE SUMMER AT SEA CREST T-SHIRT*** Please look out for an email (sent to the email you register with) a week or two prior to the start of camp with more details, including any special days happening that week. Our aftercare at camp runs from 3:00pm-4:00pm the charge is an additional $15 a day, if your child is not picked up by 3:05pm they will automatically be checked into aftercare and we will charge the card on file. Aftercare after a long camp day is definitely a time for decompression and may include board games and/or educational films. We also combine all campers at this time including our JK/TK and Kindergarten camp. All camps will run contingent upon a certain number of campers signing up. If your camp is cancelled, you will be notified at least 30 days prior. We may also combine the 1st and 2nd grade camps with the 3rd-6th grade camps if there is low enrollment. Cancellation Policy: Registrations canceled at least 30 days prior to the start of camp will receive a full refund. Registrations canceled 15-29 days prior to camp will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations within 14 days of the start of camp will not be refunded. Please wear sunscreen and bring a jacket daily because we never know what coastal weather will bring. Campers are required to bring a lunch, snack and water bottle daily.

Grand Kickoff Camp MENU This is the perfect camp to kick off our cooking summer camp series! This flavorful week is designed for curious Lil' Chefs to explore French, Italian, and Asian cuisines, and to learn how to sauté, simmer, and season like pros. They’ll also practice foundational baking skills while creating sweet desserts and kid‑favorite recipes. It’s a perfect mix of global cooking and hands‑on kitchen confidence. (Note: The menu is subject to change based on ingredient availability.) ABOUT SUMMER CAMP: Whether your child likes to bake, create, roast, sauté, fry, or blend, we have a camp for all interests. Our camps are organized into 3 age groups, so all chefs team up with their peers. All chefs will get to taste everything that they cook. All recipes will be sent home for later preparation. A child may also pack up any uneaten tastings to share at home. This is a hands-on cooking camp. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit our FAQ page at https://lilchefschool.com/kids-cooking-summer-camp-faq.html Please view our full list of Summer Camps at https://lilchefschool.com/kids-cooking-summer-camp-schedule-registration.html PLEASE NOTE: **We are a nut-free school and can accommodate ONLY and ALL nut allergies. We cannot accommodate any other allergies and/or food restrictions. If children have gluten or dairy sensitivity, they can participate but cannot taste. ** If a class/camp is not filled, we will combine age groups as we see appropriate and assign a task(s) based on skill level. For our Tiny Chefs ages 4-6, we use time fillers because our little ones get tired of cooking for 3 hours, and/or it is difficult to keep their attention for this long period. So, our Chefs will play games, or let our Tiny Chefs color, or play other food-related games to finish our time. Unless you purchase a 30-minute Pre-Care pass, you may arrive NO MORE THAN 10 minutes early for check-in, and you MUST stay with your child until the start of camp. Also, unless you purchase an After-Care pass, any guardian who is late picking up their child will be charged $50 for every 10-minute increment upon completion of the camp – unless we are notified of the tardiness in advance. Refund Policy Please be advised that summer camp fees are non-refundable, and all sales are final. If advance notice is given, you may transfer it to a different week, if available. A $10 transfer fee will apply.

Join us for this fun-filled class where we strive to spread delight and wonder by infusing the love of imagination with beginning ballet and other dance! Each day we will explore a new magical theme. All our dance classes are designed to encourage make believe and to allow children to create their own dances that live inside their hearts! We will frolic around in our favorite costumes using imagination-stimulating games to dance our ways through magical lands! Themes: 1/5 - 1/9: Winter Fairies 1/12 - 1/16: Magic Clock Shop 1/19 - 1/23: Around the Queendom 1/26 - 1/30: Dragon Taxis 2/2 - 2/6: Bumblebee 2/9 - 2/13: Valentines 2/16 - 2/20: Moon Magic 2/23 - 2/27: The Unicorn Ball 3/2 - 3/6: Dreamland Explorers 3/9 - 3/13: All Things Small 3/16 - 3/20: Luck 3/23 - 3/27: Carnival 4/6 - 4/10: Flower Fairies 4/13 - 4/17: Super Pups 4/20 - 4/24: Warrior Princess Forest 4/27 - 5/1: Prismatic Parade 5/4 - 5/8: Baby Dragons 5/11 - 5/15: The Great Mermaid Festival 5/18 - 5/22: Pirates! 5/25 - 5/29: Rainbow Jungle By purchasing this sessions, you are securing your weekly spot for this session via a monthly subscription. Subscriptions are charged on the first of every month at a rate of $120, and can be cancelled at any time. No class the week of 3/30 - 4/3 No class 1/19, 2/16, 5/26

Hi-Five After School Club Get ready for an action-packed afternoon with the Hi-Five After School Club! Once a week, kids will experience a mini-version of our legendary Hi-Five Sports Camp, which has been a favorite for over 30 years. Under the guidance of experienced and enthusiastic coaches, children will build skills, confidence, and friendships while learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports. Our program emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, and, most importantly, FUN! 🏀⚽🏈 Featured Sports: Basketball Baseball/Softball Football Soccer Hockey Volleyball 📅 Important Notes: Credits only—no refunds No class on: 9/23, 11/11, 12/19-1/4, 3/23-3/29 Join us for an exciting season of play, growth, and nonstop fun with Hi-Five! 🎉

Get ready to ROCK OUT and shine! In this high-energy class, dancers will learn the latest dance moves while building rhythm, coordination, and confidence. Dance styles include Jazz, Hip-Hop and even K-Pop! We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun physical activity and creative self-expression set to upbeat, kid-friendly pop music. This is a performance-based program where dancers work toward a final rockin’ showcase in costumes for family and friends to enjoy. Tuition includes Funky Divas & Dudes TANK or T-SHIRT to keep after the show! Dress comfy and wear tennis shoes. CLASS DATES: Jan. 6 - Mar. 17 SHOW DATE (Mark your calendar) - March 17 @ 3:30pm Please make sure to register your child using an email address that is frequently checked and is the same email you use for school correspondence. All information on classes/shows will come from Funky Divas & Dudes. Please direct any questions to our PDX manager, Marina via email at infopdx@funkydivasanddudes.com or by phone at 816-405-9180.

Give your child an unforgettable summer at Flip Out Productions! Our Summer Camp is packed with exciting new gymnastics circuits, skills, and drills to help kids master awesome tricks while staying active and engaged! From gymnastics and dance to strength, flexibility, arts & crafts, gardening, moon bounce fun, outdoor play, yoga, and so much more, there’s something for every child to enjoy. Let’s make this their best summer yet!

When school is out, come Flip Out! Join us for an active day of gymnastics, dance, arts & crafts, strength, flexibility, & more! Bring a nutritious snack, packed lunch, & water bottle labelled with your child's name. Dress code: leotard or form fitting clothes that they can easily move around in - no shoes or socks required!

Ballet 1 continues foundations set for dancers in Pre-Ballet classes, and can also be the perfect introduction to dance for new, young movers. We explore dance concepts with props, imaginative play, engaging music and games, while learning foundational dance technique.

*CPS Students will be back in school this week. Calling all Dancing Queens (and Kings)! Join us for this week-long musical theater camp featuring selections from the hit Broadway musical, MAMMA MIA, that is sure to help your camper develop the skills every performer needs to perform on a Broadway Stage. Campers will spend the week singing, dancing, acting, and rehearsing for their end of the week showcase that will take place on the last day of camp! They’ll also be given the chance to discover what goes on “behind the scenes” with process art projects that introduce them to theatrical elements such as costumes, props, and sets. Don’t worry – it’s not all work and no play here at Stages! We take advantage of the fun and freedom of summer, ensuring campers have time outside each day as well as free play (and rest). Best of all? Our camps are run by professional teaching artists with years of experience on professional stages as well as in the classroom so you can drop-off feeling confident that your child will be in good hands all week long. Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance.

Tumble 2 is designed to take your athletes tumbling to the next level. Athletes will learn to increase speed and power in running tumble connections. This class will train Roundoff Back Handsprings, Tucks, Layouts and Twisting. Athletes are required to have an unassisted Standing Back Handspring and Power Hurdle Roundoff.

Are you ready to ROCK?! Learn the basic techniques of dance and how to move to the beat. We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun, physical activity that encourages self expression through music and movement. Dance improvisation games are played to encourage expression and creativity. A Rockin’ performance with costumes will be held at the end of the session for family and friends! $275 Tuition + $20 for Funky Divas & Dudes TANK or T-SHIRT costume to keep after the show! Dress comfy and wear tennis shoes. DAY/TIME: Wednesday's, 3:15-4:00pm DATES: Jan. 21 - March 25 (10 classes) SHOW: March 25 (Please mark your calendars)

CLASS DAYS/TIMES: Wed. 3:15-5:15pm GRADES: TK-5th MARK THESE DATES: Jan 14 - May 27 (No Class- April 1 & 8) 2-3 Performances the weekend of May 29/30 TUITION: $525 Tuition + $50 materials fee (towards costumes, props & sets) Students will get to keep costumes BRING/WEAR: Dress comfy and wear tennis shoes. Bring a labeled water bottle & snack (if needed). Please make sure to register your child using an email address that is frequently checked and is the same email you use for school correspondence. All information on classes/shows will come from Funky Divas & Dudes. Funky Divas & Dudes is an established after-school enrichment program offering high-energy dance, cheerleading, and now musical theater productions for elementary schools throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, and Portland. Our musical theater program gives students the opportunity to learn from experienced performing arts professionals while working together to produce a polished, stage-ready production they can feel proud of. Throughout the rehearsal process, students build skills in singing, acting, choreography, and character development, while also gaining confidence, strengthening public speaking abilities, and learning the fundamentals of stage performance. At FD&D, we believe musical theater is about more than putting on a show — it’s about confidence-building, creativity, teamwork, and joyful self-expression. Our supportive, high-energy environment creates a welcoming space where every child has the opportunity to shine on stage while forming friendships and creating lasting memories.

Join us for this fun-filled class where we strive to spread delight and wonder by infusing the love of imagination with beginning ballet and other dance! Each day we will explore a new magical theme. All our dance classes are designed to encourage make believe and to allow children to create their own dances that live inside their hearts! We will frolic around in our favorite costumes using imagination-stimulating games to dance our ways through magical lands! Themes: 1/5 - 1/9: Winter Fairies 1/12 - 1/16: Magic Clock Shop 1/19 - 1/23: Around the Queendom 1/26 - 1/30: Dragon Taxis 2/2 - 2/6: Bumblebee 2/9 - 2/13: Valentines 2/16 - 2/20: Moon Magic 2/23 - 2/27: The Unicorn Ball 3/2 - 3/6: Dreamland Explorers 3/9 - 3/13: All Things Small 3/16 - 3/20: Luck 3/23 - 3/27: Carnival 4/6 - 4/10: Flower Fairies 4/13 - 4/17: Super Pups 4/20 - 4/24: Warrior Princess Forest 4/27 - 5/1: Prismatic Parade 5/4 - 5/8: Baby Dragons 5/11 - 5/15: The Great Mermaid Festival 5/18 - 5/22: Pirates! 5/25 - 5/29: Rainbow Jungle By purchasing this sessions, you are securing your weekly spot for this session via a monthly subscription. Subscriptions are charged on the first of every month at a rate of $120, and can be cancelled at any time. No class the week of 3/30 - 4/3

This class may be held on the Play Floor or in the Music Room, depending on the size of the class. Dance and sing to a variety of genres and cultures with your little one while exploring percussion instruments. Click the link for more class details:

Popstar Dance Camp with the Funky Divas & Dudes, Activities include: Dance classes, Acting Games, Music Videos, Arts-n-Crafts, Scavenger Hunts, Relays, Theme Days, Cheek Art & more! We even make a MUSIC VIDEO that we email to the parents at the conclusion of camp! EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT IS $50 OFF BEFORE APRIL 1ST. (Cannot be combined with other promo offers.) After April 1st the rate is $499