What’s Happening at the Theatre School
Fun Facts: Learning Benefits of Summer Camp

What the experts are saying....

"Getting up in front of the whole camp to perform in a play contributes to kids gaining self-confidence in front of a large group." Troy Glover, associate professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at the University of Waterloo "Camps can create specific learning opportunities that can link into the school curriculum." Stephen Fine, 2005 PhD thesis examined residential summer camp as a unique learning environment "...types of child-led and spontaneous free play is very important...where children learn to socialize and navigate their interactions with others and to problem solve." Linda Cameron, associate professor in the Curriculum, Teaching and Learning department at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education

For more about the learning benefits Summer Camp visit Our Kids Publications.

Get Involved
Join the Theatre School Parent Street Team!

We are looking for parents to help us get the word out about Emerald City! Parent volunteers would help the theatre school with: Developing After School Programs Getting involved in neighborhood communities Maintaining and further developing the quality of the theatre school Participating in theatre school events And many more exciting opportunities! If you are interested in joining us, please contact Jacqueline Stone, Education Director at 773-529-2690 x15 or jstone@emeraldcitytheatre.com

We Want Your Photos!

Your child could be the next Emerald City Star! We are in the process of building photo and video galleries on our website of past and current theatre classes, camps and final presentations. If you have any photos, please e-mail them to us! The photos will be used on our website and for promotional material. It's a great way for current and future families to see the fun and creativity at Emerald City. Email your photos or videos to mlaw@emeraldcitytheatre.com. We appreciate you helping us make our program more resourceful!

Theatre School Helpful Info
Emerald City Theatre School
2933 N. Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Located across the street from the Athenaeum Theatre.

Paid parking lot located across the street from the school.

Contact Information
Call 773-529-2690
oz@emeraldcitytheatre.com