Summer Camp with Filament Theatre
Explore our 2023 camps!
A notorious art thief is on the loose and it’s up to the Filament Museum curators to save their favorite artworks and catch the thief before another priceless treasure is lost, or worse, scribbled all over with orange paint, the vandal’s signature move! Campers will explore famous works of art, discover clues, and attempt to catch the Orange Bandit! Learn the fundamentals of Filament Theatre’s playmaking techniques, explore visual art and story structure, and go to the park each day for games! By the end of the session, you’ll be ready to curate your own museum exhibit full of original stories–and you’ll be ready to unmask the Orange Bandit!
Pitch your tent, solve riddles, and journey deep into the forest for an adventure that will spark your imagination! There’s a mysterious creature hiding in the forest–what is it doing there and is it a friend, fearsome beast, or both?! 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 adventure into the Firelight Forest.
Filament Camp Enrollment information:
Price: $375 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 –
2023 Filament Camp: FAQs
What are your 2023 health and safety procedures?
Please review our health and safety procedures here.
Upload your vaccination card here.
How does Filament camp work?
Filament Camp 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 by two teaching artists at all times, participate in group activities, and complete additional activities in small groups of 2-3. Campers take breaks for snacks, or lunch if they are enrolled in a full-day program.
Is there a final performance?
At Filament, we like to say that the word “play is both a noun and a verb.” All campers will create a final performance that can be shared, but the performance may include outdoor activities like parades and games, and/or activities like films, podcasts, or artwork. Stay tuned for updates about your child’s final day of camp! You’ll definitely want to play along!
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 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 2023
- 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, 2023.
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 Theatre requires that all program participants provide proof of vaccination. You may upload a photo here, or bring your vaccination card on your first day.
- Children 5-11 years old will have to provide proof of full vaccination with either a FDA-authorized or WHO-authorized vaccine before attending an in-person class or camp.
- All Filament staff, artists, cast, and crew must be fully vaccinated and boosted before teaching, rehearsing, or working in the theatre.
Masks
At this time, masks are encouraged but not required. Due to the interactive nature of many Filament experiences, you may find yourself playing alongside someone outside of your household. We encourage everyone to make decisions that keep themselves and others safe and comfortable.
Our performers and facilitators are tested weekly for COVID-19 and follow a comprehensive safety policy.
Read more: 2023 Health and Safety Procedures
