Little Lights Up! Summer Performance Camp 2017 Session 3 The Very Busy Spider ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE All activities take place at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre located at 111 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights, IL 60005. Little Lights Up! Performance Camp begins promptly at 9am. You may drop your camper off as early as 8:30am to warm up and play games until camp begins. Campers dropped off before 8:30am and not scheduled for Before Care (see Additional Care information on page 7) will be charged a daily rate of $10. Camp ends promptly at 12pm. Campers not picked up by 12:30pm and not scheduled for After Care (see Additional Care information on page 7) will be charged a daily rate of $30. Sign In and Sign Out Policy Parents/guardians must escort and sign their camper in and out every day. For safety reasons, a photo ID may be required at the time of pick up. Staff will be stationed daily in the lobby for sign in and sign out. If any child needs to be escorted by an adult other than a parent or legal guardian, you must complete the pick-up authorization section of the Participant Information Form (see page 4). PERFORMANCE CAMP ATTENDANCE POLICY Each performance camp requires extensive rehearsal time to prepare for the final performances. Camper attendance is imperative to this rehearsal process. All absences must be approved by the Camp Director prior to the start of each session. Absences are taken into account during the casting process. For more information regarding SOPA Audition & Casting Policies see page 8. If your camper will be unexpectedly absent due to illness please call to notify Maggie Neumayer, Camp Director at 847-577- 5982 x234. REFUND POLICY $40 of tuition is non-refundable from time of registration. No refunds will be made after each performance camp session begins. After this date refund requests will only be accepted for a medical reason and with an accompanying doctor s note. DAILY SCHEDULE Each day consists of circle time to get to know each other, rehearsal time to learn the story our campers will be telling, snack time, and craft time which all helps our campers learn to work together as a group. SNACK Parents must provide a packed snack for their camper that does not require any heating or cooking. A water bottle or resealable drink is also highly recommended for proper hydration. If your camper is attending After Care and/or Extended Care (see Additional Care information on page 7) please plan to provide their snack and lunch accordingly. Weather permitting, snack time will be held outside at Harmony Park on the corner of Campbell and Vail. Sunscreen should be applied prior to arriving at camp.
FOOD AND SNACK ITEMS CONTAINING TREE NUTS, PEANUTS or PEANUT BUTTER ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Snacks and lunches will be monitored by camp staff to ensure compliance with this policy. There are several campers with severe nut allergies. Parent cooperation with this policy is appreciated and necessary for all campers safety. DRESS GUIDELINES Clothing should be comfortable and allow for easy movement. Shirts must cover entire torso and shorts/pants must be worn at the waist. Closed toe shoes such as sneakers or dance shoes must be worn for the safety of the camper. Prohibited Clothing Items Clothing with logos or phrases depicting alcohol paraphernalia or sexual connotations Skirts Flip flops Heeled shoes (excluding character shoes) Please write your camper s name on all items brought to camp. Metropolis is not responsible for lost items. If you are missing an item please contact Camp Director, Maggie Neumayer at mneumayer@metropolisarts.com. BEHAVIOR POLICY Camp staff is dedicated to maintaining a fun, safe environment where creativity can thrive. Each camper is expected to treat their fellow campers and staff members with respect and cooperation. Parents will be notified immediately if a camper causes either physical or verbal harm to another, if a camper damages equipment or property or if a camper exhibits any dangerous behavior. If a problem persists after it has been discussed with parents the camper may be dismissed from Performance Camp completely. In cases of dismissal a refund will not be issued. Electronics Policy All electronic devices such as phones and games must be kept in students bags during classes and rehearsals. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Lockdown Procedure In the event of an emergency Metropolis follows a lockdown procedure. Metropolis camp staff have undergone safety training recommended by the Arlington Heights Police Department. Students in public school will be familiar with the lockdown procedure. For students who are unfamiliar with camp, staff will review the procedure. Inclement Weather Policy In case of extreme weather conditions (tornado, severe thunderstorm, etc.), Metropolis Performing Arts Centre will abide by the following procedure which is in accordance with Village of Arlington Heights Emergency Guidelines: If Arlington Heights weather sirens go off: 1. Metropolis staff will make sure that all students and staff are immediately indoors. 2. In an orderly manner, students and staff will proceed to the Men s and Women s restrooms on the east side of the theatre lobby. 3. Parents/guardians entering Metropolis during an emergency weather situation should proceed to the Men s and Women s restrooms. PARENT EXPECTATIONS We want your camper to feel comfortable to explore their creativity, take artistic risks, and have fun! In order to maintain such an atmosphere, parents are not permitted to observe Performance Camp unless special arrangements have been made with the Camp Director.
PERFORMANCES Little Lights Up s performance of The Very Busy Spider is scheduled for Friday, August 4 th at 10am. Each camper will receive two free tickets, which will be at the box office under their name. Additional tickets may be purchased at the Box Office the Box Office opens 10am daily. Ticket prices are $3 for adults and free for kids 12 & under. Tickets go on sale the first day of Performance Camp! Visit the Box Office or call 847-577-2121 to reserve your tickets. ADDITIONAL CARE PROGRAM Our Additional Care program is available every day before Performance Camp starting at 7:30am and after Performance Camp until 5:30pm. During this time your camper will be involved in various activities supervised by our Staff, including but not limited to outdoor and indoor games, coloring and movies. Please note: you must provide a lunch for your camper if they are enrolled in After Care and/or Extended Care. Metropolis reserves the right to cancel up until 2 weeks prior to the start of Performance Camp if Additional Care drops below the minimum enrollment. Please refer to the Additional Care Sign Up Form (page 7) for detailed information. PERFORMANCE CAMP JAMBOREE Camp Jamboree is our traditional celebration (giant cast party) after the final week of Camp. Camp Jamboree 2017 will take place off-site (but still nearby) on Sunday, August 20 th. There will be more information to come! CONTACT INFO Questions, comments and concerns can be directed to: 847-577-5982 x234 for Maggie Neumayer, Camp Director x221 for Kate Schwarz, Education Director
LITTLE LIGHTS UP! Summer Performance Camp 2017 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION FORM (Required) NAME OF CAMPER PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME #1 PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME #2 CAMP SESSION PICK UP AUTHORIZATION Please list anyone other than a parent/guardian who will be picking up your camper. Photo ID may be required. NAME RELATIONSHIP NAME RELATIONSHIP NAME RELATIONSHIP LIABILITY AUTHORIZATION I hereby give my camper permission to participate in performance camp activities. I assume all responsibility for injuries that my camper may sustain, and hereby agree to release Metropolis School of the Performing Arts and its affiliates from any liability for said injuries. PHOTO AUTHORIZATION I also give my permission to Metropolis School of the Performing Arts and its affiliates to use any photographs or videos of performance camp activities and performances that contain an image of my camper for the limited purpose of promotion and advertising. MAKEUP AUTHORIZATION I hereby authorize my camper to use stage make-up during the performance. To my knowledge, my camper has no product allergies. I understand that all products are tested and considered safe for general use and that all products will be handled safely and with caution. I agree not to hold Metropolis School of the Performing Arts or its staff responsible in the case of an allergic reaction.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION FORM (Required) Continued MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION PLEASE DESCRIBE IN FULL DETAIL ANY MEDICAL CONDITIONS, ALLERGIES, ILLNESSES, DAILY MEDICATIONS, SPECIAL NEEDS OR OTHER CONDITIONS YOUR CAMPER HAS: INSURANCE CARRIER FAMILY PHYSICIAN In the event that I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give my permission to Metropolis School of the Performing Arts to use the Physician listed above to secure proper treatment for my camper in case of accident, injury or sudden illness.
MEDICAL WAIVER (Optional) NAME OF CAMPER PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN NAME OF DOCTOR AGE CONDITION REQUIRING MEDICATION MEDICATION NAME INSTRUCTIONS & STORAGE REQUIREMENTS MY CHILD HAS PERMISSION TO ADMINISTER THE MEDICATION LISTED ABOVE TO THEMSELVES: YES NO If NO, please explain why? I, the parent/guardian of give permission to the staff of the Metropolis School of the Performing Arts to administer the above prescription medication to my child, in the event the child cannot administer to themselves. I understand that it is my responsibility to give the prescription medication directly to the Metropolis School of the Performing Arts Staff in the original container, showing the prescribing physician s name and telephone number, with complete dosage requirements. I agree to waive and relinquish all claims and do hereby fully and forever release and discharge the Metropolis School of the Performing Arts and its officers, agents, servants and employees from any and all claims I may have a result of administering a prescription medication for my child that I have specified in this request.
ADDITIONAL CARE SIGN UP FORM (Optional) Additional Care is a service Metropolis School of the Performing Arts offers for your convenience. During this time your child will be involved in various non-curriculum based activities supervised by camp staff including but not limited to: outdoor and indoor games, coloring and movies. Before Care 7:30 8:30 a.m. $35/week (ALL CAMPS) After Care 12:00 3:30 p.m. $90/week (LITTLE LIGHTS UP! & LIGHTS UP! Only) Note: You must provide a lunch for your camper if they are enrolled in After Care and/or Extended Care. Extended Care 3:30 5:30 p.m. $55/week (ALL CAMPS) If, for any reason, you are unable to pick up your child by 3:30pm for After Care, or 5:30pm for Extended Care please notify Maggie Neumayer, Camp Director at 847-577-5982 x234. Additionally, you will be charged a late pick-up fee of $10. Metropolis reserves the right to cancel up until 2 weeks prior to the start of performance camp if Additional Care drops below the minimum enrollment. Please select the Additional Care options below: SESSION 3 WEEK 1: 7/31 8/4 BEFORE CARE AFTER CARE AFTER CARE & EXTENDED CARE ALL THREE I hereby understand and agree to the conditions outlined above. I understand that this is legally considered a part of the performance camp and all previously mentioned rules and conditions apply to the Additional Care Program.
Audition and Casting Policies Metropolis School of the Performing Arts offers numerous production opportunities through performance camp programs and semester productions. For each production experience, SOPA students must participate in the audition process. The audition process adheres to the following guidelines: No prior experience is needed to participate in any SOPA camp or semester production. However, students wishing to audition for a semester production (Fall Musical or Spring Play) must be a currently enrolled SOPA student. Auditions are conducted in a non-biased, non-discriminatory environment. Each student is provided the same audition opportunity. Casting decisions are primarily based upon the student s performance at the time of the audition. o Student audition performances are evaluated on the following factors: Volume & projection (speaking and/or singing) Characterization (clear understanding and demonstration of character and context) Stage presence Dance/movement Risk-taking (bold and expressive choices to make an impression) Preparedness for the audition/callback experience Professionalism (respectful, kind, able to follow directions, good role model) Availability/commitment for entire process including minimal or no conflicts Special Note from Metropolis Directing Staff: Casting is all about finding which role is right for each student and that may not be the lead role. Sometimes a student may be right for a lead in one production but not right for the lead in another. It is good for students to learn to play smaller roles due to the different challenges these roles present. Additionally this prepares students for real world experiences. The educational value of our productions is of the utmost importance; therefore we set a cast size limit in order to best fit the needs of our students and adhere to copyright laws. Additionally, Metropolis does not double-cast productions as a matter of policy. In performance camp programs students are guaranteed to be a member of the cast; however, not every student will have a line or solo. In semester productions, not every student who auditions will be cast. All casting decisions are final. Behavior Policy: Metropolis Staff and Faculty are dedicated to maintaining a fun, safe environment where creativity can thrive. Each child is expected to treat their fellow students and staff members with respect and cooperation. Parents will be notified immediately if a student causes either physical or verbal harm to another, if a student damages equipment or property, or if a student exhibits any dangerous behavior during the learning or rehearsal process. If the behavior persists after being discussed with parents, the student may be asked to leave the program. If a student is asked to leave the program, refunds will not be given. Note about Parent Observation: Metropolis staff wants each child to feel comfortable to explore their creativity, take artistic risks, and have fun! In order to maintain such an atmosphere, parents are not permitted to observe auditions or rehearsals unless special arrangements have been made with the SOPA Production Manager/Camp Director. Questions or comments can be directed to SOPA Production Manager/Camp Director Maggie Neumayer via email to mneumayer@metropolisarts.com.