There are many copy cats, but this is the original! Students create a play, rehearse it, and

perform it at the week’s end. Think that's impossible? Campers have been doing this for

years. Sometimes it’s poignant, sometimes silly, but always a hit! Theme, Structure, Story,

Conflict, Resolution, and Outrageous fun. Writing is not a requisite and no prior acting needed

to participate.

Expect the unexpected! I’m always surprised at the outcome. This is the only camp like this in

the world. The group decides what is called a ‘mission’. (That's not my word but a street

theater term). The mission can be anything the group decides. The students make all the

decisions of what the mission will be. Past missions have gotten this legendary camp on the pages of both local newspapers. This camp has sold Organic Air at the Farmers Market and

set up a complete living room downtown among others. ALL ideas are from the students.

Emphasis on conceptual development and creative risk. Joey is a guide on the side. No prior

acting necessary. The mission created in the camp is done on Saturday at no extra fee.

Discover what everyone already knows, campers feel like they’ve run away with the circus!

Activities are carefully chosen to provide a unique mix of adventurous circus arts specifically

tailored to the young artist. Culminates in a workshop presentation of the work learned.

Unicycle, Aerial Silks, Juggling, Physical Comedy, Trapeze, Magic. Through the years more

than one camper has developed passion for these which they explored outside of camp!

Improv is very easy (and fun) if you know the secret. This class is designed for the beginning

to intermediate actor and filled with the best, fun, non-competitive improv activities. This camp

is based on the work of Viola Soplin, the modern inventor of improv and this style is

performed by troupes across the world. This also introduces, and explores the technique

known as, ‘yes, and...’. No experience necessary, but feel free to advance your skill if you've

done improv before.

ANYTHING is possible, and often happens! Story play, adventures, and fun, instructional non-

competitive improv games are the staple of this class. One time, several years ago, during

one such play, a camper was being a tree, and stayed that way until it was time for him to

leave. Actually, he stayed in that position for a few minutes after it was time! Awesome fun

with an eye towards education. Culminates with a workshop performance at week’s end.