May 17, 2012
HARRISBURG – This summer 2012, the Harrisburg and Lancaster campuses at HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, offer school-age youth a number of camps where they can explore new subjects and have fun. The schedule includes:
At the Harrisburg Campus, One HACC Drive
- Theatre for Young People Summer Theatre Camps
Theatre for Young People was created to offer an affordable venue for area young people to celebrate and gain exposure to every aspect of theatre including acting, dance, makeup, puppetry, playwrighting and designing sets, costumes and light. Youth ranging in age from 5 to 17 can find their creative potential in a series of week-long camps offered from June 13 through Aug. 5, 2012.
Theatre camp times, cost and descriptions can be found on HACC’s Web site at
www.hacc.edu/typ. For further assistance, contact Theatre for Young People at HACC, 780-2521, ext. 4. Theatre for Young People is also on Facebook.
(Theatre camps are also offered in Camp Hill at the new Grace Milliman Pollock Performing Arts Center at the Eisenhower Elementary School, 340 N. 21st. St. Registration for these camps can be completed at
www.camphillborough.com or call 737-4548.)
Camps featured at the Rose Lehrman Arts Center on the Harrisburg Campus of HACC, One HACC Drive:
- Musical Theatre
Noon-2 p.m., June 13-17, for ages 13-17 ($75)
Noon-2 p.m., June 20-24, for ages 9-12 ($75) (Can be combined with Theatre Experience for a full day experience)
- Theatre Experience
9-11:30 a.m. June 20-24, for ages 9-12 ($95)
- Total Improvisation
9:30-11:30 a.m. June 13-17, for ages 13-17 ($75) (Can be combined with Musical Theatre for a full day experience.)
- Wiggle, Giggle and Move! Creative Play for the Young Performer
Noon-2 p.m. June 27-July 1, for ages 5-6 ($75)
- Theatre Explorers
9-10:30 a.m. July 11-15, for ages 7-9 ($50)
9-10:30 a.m. Aug. 1-5, for ages 7-9 ($50)
(Can be combined with Magical, Mythical Story Theatre for a full day experience.)
- Magical, Mythical Story Theatre
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 11-15, for ages 7-9 ($50)
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Aug. 1-5, for ages 7-9 ($50)
- Magic Box: Open and see what items to use to create a play by the end of the week.
10 a.m.-noon July 25-29, for ages 9-12 ($75)
- Acting for the Camera
10 a.m.-noon July 18-22, for ages 13-17 ($85)
- Original Performance Piece
12:30-2:30 p.m. July 25-29, for ages 9-12 ($75)
Theatre for Young People at the Grace Milliman Pollock Performing Arts Center, all sessions are $60 for Camp Hill residents, $70 for all others:
- Beginning Musical Theatre for the Young Performer
9:30-11 a.m. June 20-24, for ages 5-8
- Calling all Young Actors! All Aboard!
9:30 -11 a.m. June 27-July 1, for ages 5-8
- Story Theatre!
9:30-11 a.m. July 18-22, for ages 5-8
- 2011 Ultimate Spin Basketball Camp
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, Aug. 1-5, 2011, in the James W. Evans Physical Education Center on HACC’s Harrisburg Campus.
For boys and girls ages 9-15. Space is limited to the first 100 youth who apply. Cost is $150.
Harlem Globetrotter Chris “Mr. Handles” Franklin returns this summer for boys and girls ages 9-15. Franklin and fellow pro athletes Arnold “A Train” Bernard and Luis “Trikz” DaSilva. Your child will be taught the skills and techniques of ball handling, shooting and rebounding, while promoting self-esteem, positive life choices and the value of education.
For more information, contact Darbi Dietrich at HACC, 717-221-1736.
1-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 11-21, 2011
Cost is $179
For ages 12-17
Learn applications in a nontraditional format to enhance playing skills and immediately apply to music that you want to learn and explore. Focus is on rock, blues, fingerstyle and percussive guitar styles. Become familiar with guitar music composition and music theory. Students receive a certificate upon program completion.
- Midtown Summer Technology Camp
(Held at HACC-Midtown 2, 1500 North 3rd St., Harrisburg)
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 18-21, 2011.
Cost is $199
For ages 14-17
Today’s cutting edge technology evolves at the speed of light. This camp is geared for students who thrive on all things techno. Students will discover the worlds of architecture, green technology, engineering, web development and geospatial technology. Lunch is provided daily. A limited number of scholarships are available for this camp for students with financial needs.
For more information, call Sheila Ciotti at 221-1300, x 1420. To register call 780-2414 or 780-2616.
5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 9-23, 2011
5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7-21, 2011
Cost is $49
For ages 10-18
Focus will be on the fundamental skills of tennis: strokes, serving, volley and lob shots are covered. Racquets and balls are provided, however students may bring their own.
1-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July11-14, 2011
Cost is $119
For ages 13-17
Working as a team, learn all the elements of filmmaking, including brainstorming, storyboarding, auditioning, casting, screening scripts, directing, shooting film, editing film and marketing the finished product. Participants must bring pencils and a notebook.
- School of Video Game Design
1-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 18-21, 2011
Cost is $119
For ages 13-17
Wonder how video games are made? There are many different ways a computer game is developed. Using a computer program, participants will explore the process of being a gamer designer, from picking the colors to setting the rules.
At the Lancaster Campus of HACC, 1641 Old Philadelphia Pike
- Babysitter Training Certificate/Babysitter Business Basics
8 a.m.-noon Monday-Thursday, July 25-28, 2011
Cost is $175
For ages 11-15
Intensive camp will give the opportunity to complete the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training and the American Heart Association’s Heartsaver (adult, infant and child CPR) program and receive certifications for both. Create business cards, marketing materials and learn how to interview and the best conduct while working.
1-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, Aug. 8-18, 2011
Cost is $179
For ages 12-17
Learn applications in a nontraditional format to enhance playing skills and immediately apply to music that you want to learn and explore. Focus is on rock, blues, fingerstyle and percussive guitar styles. Become familiar with guitar music composition and music theory. Students receive a certificate upon program completion.
9 a.m.-noon Monday-Thursday, June 27-30, 2011
Cost is $119
For ages 13-17
Working as a team, learn all the elements of filmmaking, including brainstorming, storyboarding, auditioning, casting, screening scripts, directing, shooting film, editing film and marketing the finished product. Participants must bring pencils and a notebook.
- School of Video Game Design
9 a.m.-noon Monday-Thursday, Aug. 1-4, 2011
Cost is $119
For ages 13-17
Wonder how video games are made? There are many different ways a computer game is developed. Using a computer program, participants will explore the process of being a gamer designer, from picking the colors to setting the rules.
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