
Challenging social and cultural narratives through theater dedicated to DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism, and Mentorship.
VTC Kids Day Camp teaches our actors, ages 8 - 13, to believe in their creative ideas, have the bravery to express them in front of others, and learn to be supportive of their peers.
This summer, VTC Kids Day Camp will teach and perform James and the Giant Peach Jr. A delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure, a boy and his insect friends take an amazing journey across the ocean.Campers learn basic musical theater techniques to communicate characters, feelings, and stories, which will increase their focus and exercise their imaginations. They will develop trust through cooperation and collaboration – learning to accept and build on each other's creative ideas in an atmosphere of DREAM: Diversity, Reciprocity, Education, Activism and Mentorship. These skills will serve them onstage and off!


A TYPICAL CAMP DAY INCLUDES:
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Morning Meeting to create a sense of community within our ensemble
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Music rehearsal
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Choreography rehearsal
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Theater games
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Free time & lunch
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Scene work and acting classes
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Hands on design workshops that focus on set, costume, and prop design
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Character Biography Writing exercises
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Occasional afternoon dance party, movie time, or specialized craft.


CAMPERS HAVE THE OPTIONS BETWEEN A 3 WEEK SESSION AND A 4 WEEK SESSION
4 WEEKS: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm July 5 - July 29, 2022 $1200
This session starts with a four day skill-sharpening mini-week to prepare campers for the three week intensive to follow.
3 WEEKS: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm July 11 - July 29, 2022 $1000
Campers registering for the three week session will dive right into the camp experience and rehearsals for James & the Giant Peach!
Secure your spot by registering right away:
Payment plans are available. For more information about the program please contact Melissa McHugh at edu@dreamvtc.org. If you have any questions during the registration process, please contact Meryl Budnick at registrar@dreamvtc.org.
We intend campers to have the FULL camp experience while remaining in compliance with all COVID-safety guidelines mandated by the New Jersey Health Department and CDC recommendations. We'll make sure that you and your child are prepared, and that camp will be as safe and healthy as possible while remaining a nurturing and creative environment.
VANGUARD THEATER COMPANY
180 Bloomfield Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042
(862) 205 - 3525

Founded in 2015 by veteran actors and educators Janeece Freeman Clark and Daryl Stewart, Vanguard Theater Company is a unique 501(c)(3) committed to changing the narrative through theater dedicated to DREAM - Diversity Reciprocity Education Activism & Mentorship.