Filament camps are here!
Check out all the summer has in store:
Hi-ho and off we go on a pitch-perfect camping adventure! Pitch a giant tent inside Filament Theatre and build a forest perfect for summer adventures! Join other happy campers as you learn fort and tent-building skills. Then, fill your campsite with new animal friends as you create original stories inspired by the great outdoors. Campers will use storytelling traditions from around the world to build a forest of stories to explore! Learn the fundamentals of Filament Theatre’s playmaking techniques, explore design and story structure, and go to the park each day for scavenger hunts! By the end of the session, you’ll be ready to invite your friends and family to join you on a very special camping adventure.
“I’m going to Antarctica and bringing my Aardvark, Alex. I’m going to Bollywood and bringing my Blue Balloon. I’m going to Candyland and I’m bringing my camera…” Pack your space shoes, pirate’s booty, and pet dragon for a trip through our imaginations and around the world! Build a traveling machine and create original characters inspired by fantasy stories. Campers will explore fantasy tropes that have their roots in myth and folklore, learn the fundamentals of Filament Theatre’s playmaking techniques, build quirky characters with body and voice, and go to the park each day for special games! By the end of the session, you’ll be ready to take your friends and family on an imaginary trip around the world!
In this build-your-own adventure camp, participants will build new stories with the professional director, writer, and actors behind Filament’s newest play, Think Fast, Jordan Chase. Get a behind the scenes look at a brand-new play and learn the fundamentals of Filament Theatre’s playmaking techniques! Participants will hone their movement and acting skills, analyze story structure, go to the park for lunch, and create an original build-your-own-adventure play inspired by the themes in Think Fast, Jordan Chase. Campers will receive 1 complimentary ticket to performances of Think Fast, Jordan Chase, opening late 2022.
Are you a lover of mythological creatures and magical beings? Have you ever wanted to create your own? Bring the characters from your imagination to life onstage and watch them change the world! Through theatre games, creative writing, and costume design, participants will build original characters ready to face intergalactic challenges and build new worlds. Campers will explore fantasy tropes that have their roots in myth and folklore, learn the fundamentals of Filament Theatre’s playmaking techniques, complete advanced character studies with body and voice, and go to the park each day for lunch! By the end of the week, you’ll be ready to perform extraordinary feats for family and friends.
Filament Camp Enrollment information:
Price: $350 per camp
Sibling discounts available: email education@filamenttheatre.org for more information
Class size: Maximum 18 participants
With support and guidance from our experienced teaching artists, campers will create their own stories and performances. At Filament, there are no assigned roles or scripts–each camper creates their dream role! Participants will explore creative problem solving, teamwork, confident public speaking, analysis of text, speaking directly to the audience, community engagement, and more — all while creating something fun that makes them proud!
You will receive a detailed welcome email TWO WEEKS before your camp session begins. If you have any questions, we invite you to check out the FAQ’s tab or email education@filamenttheatre.org.
If you need to change your plans, Filament offers a 50% refund up to 2 weeks before the camp begins.
About Filament Camps
Through drama and creative play, Filament’s experienced teaching artists focus the days to explore creative problem solving, teamwork, confident public speaking, analysis of classic texts, speaking directly to the audience, and community engagement.
Why Filament Camp?
Filament Camp is special. At Filament Camp, there are no scripts and no assigned roles–each camper creates their own dream role. Campers create their own dialogue, characters, stories, and costumes.
– Filament Camp Testimonials –
How will Filament camp work this year?
Camp will run much like Filament’s previous in-person camps. Activities will take place in the theatre, and at nearby Dickinson Park. Enrollment will be limited to 18 campers per session. Campers will be supervised at all times, participate in group activities, and complete additional activities in small groups of 2-3. During drop-off and pick-up, grown-ups should say “goodbye” outside. Please do not enter the theatre. Staff will be outside to greet campers and address any questions. Campers will complete a wellness check each morning when they arrive. Please maintain generous social distance during drop-off and pick-up. Throughout the camp day, participants will remain masked. Campers will maintain social distance during breaks for water, snack, sunscreen, and hygiene.
Is there a final performance?
All campers will create a final performance that can be shared in a socially distant way. In order to safely share our work with family and friends, performances may include outdoor activities like parades and games and/or asynchronous activities like films, podcasts, or artwork. Stay tuned for updates!
What will my camper’s role be?
With support and guidance from our experienced teaching artists, campers will create their own stories and performances. At Filament, there are no assigned roles or scripts–each camper creates their dream role! Participants will explore creative problem solving, teamwork, confident public speaking, analysis of text, speaking directly to the audience, community engagement, and more — all while creating something fun that makes them proud!
My camper has an IEP. Is this camp for them?
We welcome everyone to Filament Camp and we really, really mean it. Please contact the Education Director to discuss scheduling changes and/or other accommodations that will make your camper feel included, happy, and successful. Email education@filamenttheatre.org
What should we bring?
Please bring two fresh, clean K/N95 masks each day. Two water bottles, a snack, sunscreen and insect repellent. Full-day campers should bring a packed lunch free from common allergens. Campers may be asked to bring some recyclables from home. A complete materials list will be shared via email the week before your camp session begins.
What should we wear?
Please wear clothes that allow you to move freely, shoes that allow you to run and jump, and make sure your clothes can get dirty! You may also want to wear a hat or sunglasses.
What if we will be late/absent?
Please tell your teachers in advance if you will be late/absent/leaving early. Our camp includes daily trips to nearby Dickinson Park and we may ask you to report to the park rather than the theatre. You may email education@filamenttheatre.org with attendance information.
Who can pick-up my camper?
When you register for camp, please list the names of all the adults approved to pick-up your camper(s). You may add to this list at any time by emailing education@filamenttheatre.org. If an adult isn’t on our list, we will telephone for pick-up permission before dismissing the camper. Teaching artists are required to ask for a photo ID if they do not recognize someone at pick-up. Please share this information with all adults who may pick-up your camper(s).
What time can we pick up/drop off?
You may drop off anytime after 8:45am. Please pick-up promptly at dismissal time, as our teachers are also working actors and directors who may have afternoon rehearsals.
What happens if we’re late for pick-up?
Sometimes grown-ups are late! Please call or text your teacher directly if you will be running late. We ask that you plan to be early for pick-up as our teaching artists are almost always going directly to another class, rehearsal, or audition. Thanks for your help!
Filament Theatre Camp Liability Waiver Summer 2022
- I hereby certify that (Participant) is in normal health and capable of participating safely in Filament Summer Camp, has Health Insurance, and that Filament Theatre Ensemble and all other participating agencies are not liable for any accidents while participating in Filament Summer Camp.
- In a life-threatening emergency, if the parent is unreachable, the Filament Staff have parental approval to transport child in an Emergency Medical Service Vehicle to the nearest hospital.
- DROP-OFF POLICY: Drop off begins 15 minutes before the camp day begins. It is unsafe for campers, as well as the program, to have any camper on campus unsupervised before that time. Participants should say “goodbye” outside the theatre, as we have strict limits on indoor capacity. I understand the drop-off policy.
4.WAIVER OF LIABILITY RELATING TO COVID-19: As it is not possible to entirely eliminate the potential presence of the disease, Filament Theatre cannot prevent you [or your child(ren)] from becoming exposed to, contracting, or spreading COVID-19 while utilizing Filament Theatre’s services or premises. Therefore, if you choose to utilize Filament Theatre’s in-person services and/or enter Filament Theatre’s premises you may be exposing yourself to and/or increasing your risk of contracting or spreading COVID-19.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I have read and understood the above warning concerning COVID-19. I hereby choose to accept the risk of contracting COVID-19 for myself and/or my children to utilize Filament Theatre’s services and enter Filament Theatre’s premises. I accept the risk of being exposed to, contracting, and/or spreading COVID-19 in order to utilize Filament Theatre’s services and premises in-person.
WAIVER OF LAWSUIT/LIABILITY: I hereby forever release and waive my right to bring suit against Filament Theatre and its owners, officers, directors, managers, officials, trustees, agents, employees, or other representatives in connection with exposure, infection, and/or spread of COVID-19 related to utilizing Filament Theatre’s services and premises. I understand that this waiver means I give up my right to bring any claims including for personal injuries, death, disease or property losses, or any other loss, including but not limited to claims of negligence and give up any claim I may have to seek damages, whether known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen.
CHOICE OF LAW: I understand and agree that the law of the State of Illinois will apply to this waiver/contract.
- I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless and defend Filament Theatre Ensemble and their officers, agents, servants, and employees from any and all claims of every kind, known or unknown, present and future, that I may have arising out of, connected with, or in any way related to the program and my participation therein. My signature and/or e-signature on this form indicates that I have read and understand the above waiver and execute it of my own free will and without any reservation. I, the undersigned, have read and understand the terms of this agreement, and give permission for any and all medical attention to be administered to my child in the event of accident, injury, sickness, etc., including the transport of a child in an emergency medical vehicle to the nearest hospital under the direction of the Filament Theatre Ensemble staff, until such time as I may be contacted. I also assume responsibility for the payment of any such treatment. This release is effective through August 31, 2022.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT BY CLICKING AND PAYING REGISTRATION FEES THAT I AM AGREEING TO ALL PROVISIONS OF THIS RELEASE, AND FREELY AND KNOWINGLY ASSUME THE RISK AND WAIVE MY RIGHTS CONCERNING LIABILITY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Proof of Vaccination:
Filament theater requires all guests (ages 5 and up) to show proof of vaccination prior to entry into the theater. Proof of vaccination can include a physical vaccine card, a photocopy of the card, a digital record or app on your phone, or a printed record from a vaccine provider.
Camp participants will receive a link to upload their proof of vaccination prior to camp starting or can bring it with them on the first day.
Masks:
Currently, all participants are asked to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while in the theater, regardless of vaccination status. If you do not have an appropriate mask, one will be made available to you.
We will revisit our masking policy and provide any updates by June 1st.
Questions? Read Filament’s 2022 Education Health and Safety Procedures
