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[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”white” gap=”5″ c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ css_animation=”fadeIn” el_class=”cus-accor”][vc_tta_section title=”How long has your camp been operational?” tab_id=”1488799637882-9bf5c757-341d”][vc_column_text]That’s a great question, Jeff, and one that parents really need to ask of any camp or summer program they are considering for their teen, tween or little one, because, while a camp’s longevity is not the only determining factor of its quality, it is one of the important factors. So, having said that, our camp, The Summer Theatre Camp of Montclair, New Jersey, is now in its 23rd year, although it seems like only yesterday that we began our summer acting camps and programs.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Where are you located?” tab_id=”1488799637923-90e6eeee-24b9″][vc_column_text]Our campsite is located in the spacious Unitarian Church, at 67 Church Street. We wanted to be located in a community that is both beautiful and strongly supportive of the arts, so in 1995, we made Montclair, New Jersey our permanent home and for many years now are in residence at The Unitarian Church of Montclair an absolutely gorgeous home for our summer and winter and spring programs..and, YES, we have a large, lovely, proscenium theatre dating back to the late 1800’s, every inch of its wood, from floor to vaulted ceiling, gorgeously restored. The wood creates a grand and richly resonant, environment. Of course, it’s air-conditioned, as are the other light-filled rehearsal spaces that we are so very fortunate to be able to do our creative work in. We often have lunch or snacks in the church’s colorful garden, and because it is in full bloom during the summer, we certainly do some of our theatrical photo shoots outdoors, as well.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is your camp’s philosophy?” tab_id=”1488805562684-15743552-22ad”][vc_column_text]We believe that acting process creates awareness of our deepest selves and is, therefore, a conduit to compassion and peace. Therefore, we are dedicated to training young people in the art and craft of acting in an environment that is joyful, safe, dynamic, professional and artistic. We are dedicated to providing a realistic protocol and framework of what both artistic and professional acting is. We are dedicated to producing original, classical and contemporary acting plays and scenes, in which young, developing actors can explore the art of acting and their creative relationship with it. We are dedicated to providing a training environment that is kind, respectful, dynamic, fun, inspiring and enriching, both professionally and personally. We are dedicated to making our acting training relevant, meaningful and useful to all the participants who train with us. We commit ourselves to provide challenges to all participants of our summer and year round programs, that will grow their courage and confidence for the life challenges they encounter, in college, work and beyond.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What does your camp specialize in?” tab_id=”1489142345986-4985fd75-8f30″][vc_column_text]The Summer Theatre Camp of Montclair, New Jersey specializes in acting training of a very high caliber for young people ages 12-16, 7-11- and 4-6 years of age. Our Main Stage Sessions culminate in a professionally produced original musical production.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What activities do you offer?” tab_id=”1489147114089-cc047cc3-c1b2″][vc_column_text]Well, we are a theatre camp, so it is no surprise that we specialize in acting, singing, dance and movement training, yoga, mime, stage combat, voice and articulation training and, of course, rehearsal for our productions. Along, with those activities there is also make up and costuming. On the social side, there are theatre games, frisbee contests, dances, pizza and sundae parties and picnics. And, it goes without saying, our plays and cast parties are major activities.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What are the typical session lengths and approximate pricing for your camp?” tab_id=”1488805694385-c9eb90d8-8e19″][vc_column_text]We offer four week, three week, two week and one week programs, that include both before and after care at no charge which makes our extended day camp a working parents dream. Because we want young people to be placed in the program in which they will enjoy and flourish the most, it’s best for parents to give us a call to ask questions pertinent to their child’s age and level of interest.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How much staff do you have and how do you select your staff? ” tab_id=”1488805789916-e80715d9-957f”][vc_column_text]With great care and attention, Jeff. Parents are entrusting us with their children and we have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for all participants. I’d be remiss, if I did not mention that most of our key staff, volunteers and supporters have been with us for many years, some, since our camp’s inception and some of our staff of devoted alumni who, after college, return to teach with us. We choose to keep our camp small because we are working with staff who meet our strict standards and criteria, rather than being forced to hire for a large camp. Every staff member is screened scrupulously and routinely and they, then go through and intensive and rigorous training to meet with our standards of safety and protocol. Needless to say, our staff are hand-picked and some of the best teachers and people a parent would ever want their child to be taught by.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Why should parents send their kids to your camp?” tab_id=”1489639763691-b7d58378-9872″][vc_column_text]We’re simply the best, Jeff, in what we do. This is an artistic day camp at a great price with an unbeatable, experience staff in which participants are challenged every day artistically, personally and professionally…and they love it. We don’t believe a breeding drama queens. We have a great deal of love and respect for the participants who pass through our theatre and they have told us, year after year, they enjoy being challenged and being treated like intelligent artists who have a lot to contribute to our project and the world at large. We have many testimonials over the years letting us know that many of the young people who participated in our programs were changed profoundly for the better…whether they attended for one years or twelve![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When does your camp enrollment start and finish?” tab_id=”1489639884937-18a3a235-45af”][vc_column_text]WE ARE GETTING READY TO OPEN UP REGISTRATION BY December 1. ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE VERY SMALL SO WE WILL FILL UP QUICKLY.PARENTS, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A THEATRE CAMP THAT OFFERS A GREAT DEAL TO ITS PARTICIPANTS AND IS A FANTASTIC PLACE FOR WORKING PARENTS TO PROVIDE A SAFE, FUN AND EXQUISITE LEARNING EXPERIENCE FOR CHILDREN, SIGN UP AS SOON AS WE OPEN UP REGISTRATION BECAUSE YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS OUT![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is there anything else that would be helpful for parents to know about your camp?” tab_id=”1489147024089-f311ec75-cde5″][vc_column_text]Because we want to finish the Registration Process quickly, the earlier you register, the better the price. There are early bird, sibling and bring-a-friend incentives…these go away with each passing month. We are a small camp, so, as I’ve stressed, don’t miss the boat–the sooner you register the better.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the best way for parents to reach you to register for Camp?” tab_id=”1489488235437-1806326a-610b”][vc_column_text]Parents can easily and safely sign up online at our website www.stagekids.us. However, I highly encourage any parent who is considering our programs to give me a call to ask questions pertinent to their child. I provide as much information as I can to make sure that your teen, tween or little one is placed in the best program for their interest and development. Needless, to say, there is never, ever any pressure only an honest conversation about your child, your expectations and whether we are the right fit for you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row]