What do I do when I get to camp? >
How will I know where to go? >
What will we do? >
What if I don’t like an activity? >
My best friend is coming to Camp Arena Stage too. Can we have the exact same schedule? >
Whom can I go to if I have a problem? >
Where will we eat? >
What if it rains? >
Will I have a chance to perform? >
Do I have to perform? >
What if I am too old to be a camper? >
Since Since Camp Arena Stage is affiliated with a major theater, is it only a theater camp?
Not at all! Although Arena Stage is our parent organization, Camp Arena Stage is a multi-arts camp. This means we offer activities in visual arts, music, dance media and recreation as well as theater. You’ll have many exciting activities to choose from in creating your personal schedule.
What do I do when I get to camp?
Each and every day, including the first day, begins with attendance. One counselor will be your group leader throughout the four weeks of camp, who will be a living home base just for you. This counselor will be there to check you in and take attendance in the morning, answer your questions throughout the day, and listen to your triumphs and concerns at the end of the day. There will also be a bin for you to drop off your WELL-MARKED lunch.
How will I know where to go?
Camp takes place in four nearby buildings, and the grounds outside them, on the Georgetown Visitation campus. Campers change activities at the same time, walking to their next activity. It is like changing classes in high school. On the first day of camp, we’ll all take a tour of the grounds. We clearly mark the activity rooms and make sure you know where you’re going. If you get lost – just ask any staff member.
What will we do?
The short answer: a lot of fun stuff, most of it arty, some of it not. For more details, check out our Daily Schedule > and Courses >
What if I don’t like an activity?
You were so sure in April that African Dance was the thing to study, but now ACTivate! sounds really cool. Within reason and if class size allows, you can switch into a different Daily in the first three days. After that though, there you stay. We do our best to honor Daily choices, but we can’t always promise you’ll get every activity you wanted. While we won’t place you in a random activity, we might place you in your second or third choices. We want camp to be the best experience possible for you and are certain that it will be no matter what activities you take. Who knows? A Daily you were uncertain about might be your favorite one by the end of camp.
My best friend is coming to Camp Arena Stage too. Can we have the exact same schedule?
We’ll do our best to get the two of you into as many of the same activities as possible. You can certainly be part of the same small group. Be sure both you and your friend note this request on your course selection form. Each day there is a time called “Choice,” when you choose your activity. You and your friend can choose the same activity every day if you want. Keep in mind also that camp is a great opportunity to meet new people from different places.
Whom can I go to if I have a problem?
Any staff member will be happy to help you. Really. Please don’t hesitate to ask. Don’t forget, you have a group leader that is looking out for you especially.
Where will we eat?
Mostly we’ll eat outside. The campus has nice lawns, hills, gliders and patios where we can spread out. If it’s raining or beastly hot, we’ll eat inside.
What if it rains?
We will have camp as usual, but indoors. Please dress for the weather and/or bring an umbrella, as you will still have to walk outside to change activities.
Will I have a chance to perform?
If you are in performance classes, you will surely take the stage while at Camp Arena Stage. Our daily Noontime Show will sometimes feature campers in different activities. You can also present an act you’ve rehearsed at home or collaborate with friends at camp to create a performance. Parents are invited to see you perform, and view displays of your work and demonstrations of your new skills.
Do I have to perform?
Some people love the spotlight. Others prefer to work behind the scenes. Maybe you prefer to speak through your writing and visual art, rather than on stage, in front of people. That’s fine! There will be different ways for you to proudly present your work. However, you may surprise yourself and discover you enjoy being on stage. No one will force you to get on stage, but we do encourage you to stretch yourself. We think you’ll find camp is the perfect environment to take risks. We are ready to applaud your efforts.
What if I am too old to be a camper?
Camp Arena Stage employs a select group of rising high school juniors, seniors and recent graduates as counselors-in-training (CITs) and volunteers. CITs and volunteers undergo a full week of staff training and, during the camp session, assist in activities and serve as group leaders. Ideal candidates for these positions should be mature, responsible, energetic, and have arts interests and experience working with young people. Interested students should e-mail a letter of interest/introduction and résumé camp@arenastage.org . Interviews are conducted in early Spring.
