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Locating A Theatre Camp Phoenix For Troubled Youth

By Toni Vang


When it comes to an interest in different aspects of performing arts, the earlier one gets training the better. As such, theatre camp Phoenix and others offer programs for children age 4-18. Whether looking to attend one oriented toward dance, film, music or stage, students can get a head start learning about the performing arts. The cost of these type camps, whether traditional or specialized, can depend on a number of factors.

Children attending these camps generally range from age four to eighteen. Although, in some cases, toddlers may also be accepted when portraying natural talent toward the performing arts. Still, as it is difficult for children to grasp different technical aspects and training before age five, four is probably about the best age for a child to first attend this type of educational Summer camp.

In some programs, children from foster homes, group homes and shelters create and share in various lectures and workshops. Camps offered through non-profits often operate on a two week basis. Whereas, there are others which often run six weeks or more. As these programs are also rather intensive, there is generally on-site counseling available for those experiencing emotional issues during the course of the program.

At most, guest artists, volunteers and instructors lead classes in costuming, improvisation, mask making, props, stage set-up and take down and other aspects of theater. While this is the case, it is generally the children who create, produce and present productions during the last week of camp. Volunteers often help with costuming, stage design and set-up to help build self-confidence and teach more technical aspects associated with performing arts.

The Herberger camp near Phoenix, AZ is one that is offered free of charge. The non-profit organization brings healing to a number of attendees from broken homes. Unlike some others, Herberger has seen a great level of success since breaking ground in 2001. Regardless of whether one attends a specialized camp like that offered by a non-profit or a more traditional one, most students return home more educated than before having participated in this type program.

One reason why Herberger and other camps help provide children and teens with an edge once having reached the point of attending auditions. The more an individual understands about the performing arts, the better chance of obtaining a call back for a second or third audition. Although, another important aspect of this type work is being able to handle rejection when no call backs are received, something that is taught heavily during these camps, especially to those with emotional issues.

Most often, while instructors lead various courses and workshops, volunteers work to help students create various costuming and stage-design while working to build self-confidence and awareness through a variety of theatrical oriented play programs and exercises. Once children in attendance have the self-confidence and skills necessary, the group creates, produces and presents a number of performances during the final days of the program.

Whether attending a traditional camp, or, a more specialized program, all have a great deal to offer in the way of learning. While there may be some opportunities for students to acquire grants and scholarships, children from broken homes, low-income, homeless shelters and those undergoing psychological treatment are often first in line to receive funding. Before registering a child for any type of camp, it is often recommended that parents or guardians read a variety of reviews, then visit the location of choice when and where possible.




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