July 8-20
with shows july 19 & 20
Grades 3-4 (12 spots)
Grades 5-9 (28 spots)
REGISTRATION IS FEBRUARY 3RD AT 8:30AM
WHO: Students entering grades 3-9 for the 24-25 school year. There are 12 spots for students in grades 3-4 and 28 spots for students in grades 5-9.
WHAT: Based on Meredith Willson's six-time-Tony-Award-winning musical comedy, The Music Man Jr. features some of musical theatre’s most iconic songs and a story filled with wit, warmth and good old-fashioned romance. The Music Man Jr. is family entertainment at its best — a bold, brassy show!
WHERE: 2800 SE Harrison St
WHEN: July 8-20, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, and shows July 19 6:00pm and July 20 10:00am
HOW MUCH: $800
We offer a 10% sibling discount (automatically applied at registration)
Payment plan options (payments are automatically deducted)
Pay in full: February 3rd
2 Payments (with a $15 fee): February 3 and April 14
4 Payments (with a $25 fee): February 3, March 3, April 6, May 4
Financial assistance available (please complete the request form)
Please apply for a financial assistance by January 31st - you will need a code when you register. Families may only apply for assistance for one camp per child.
QUESTIONS? please feel free to contact us
2024 Tuition increase
To maintain the outstanding quality of our program and attract and retain highly qualified staff, we will be implementing a modest increase in weekly camp fees to $400 per week for summer 2024. This adjustment reflects rising rental costs and ensures continued investment in providing exceptional camp experiences. As always, we will offer financial assistance. In addition, families may only apply for financial assistance for one camp per child.
Single Camp Registration Limit
To allow opportunities for more students, we're implementing a single camp registration limit during the initial enrollment day (February 3) for our 2024 summer camps. This allows us to welcome a wider range of participants and share the joy of camp with more families. After the first day of registration, any open slots will be available for multi-camp registrations.
REFUND POLICY
You may receive a full refund before April 1, 2024 (minus a $65 admin fee) and a 50% refund (plus the $65 admin fee) from April 1-May 31, 2024. We do not offer refunds for any camps after June 1, 2024.
WAITLIST
There is no charge to be on the waitlist. We'll contact students in the order they joined the waitlist if openings arise. Invoices are issued only upon full registration after a spot becomes available - you are not automatically charged even if a spot opens up.
IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION
WHAT TO BRING to camp
Sunscreen - Their own lunch - Enough snacks for two scheduled breaks - Labeled water bottle - Hat and layered clothing
PDC will provide to each student
A PDC t-shirt - Script - Costume
CELL PHONE POLICY
Many kids have their own cell phones or smart watches. We don’t think they are needed in theater and can distract us from creating special bonds with our cast mates. When students arrive they are instructed to put their electronics away. If you need to get a message to your child during camp please know they can not check their phones until the camp day ends.
If you have an emergency message for your child or the staff: You can text or call Caroline: 213-675-4732 or Robin: 971-235-7994. Text is the best way to reach us - we may not be able to answer a ringing phone during instruction.
COMMUNICATION FROM US
We communicate primarily via email. Please add caroline@portlanddramaclub.org and robin@portlanddramaclub.org to your contacts and make sure our emails are not going into your spam folder.
the schedule
All musical theater. All the time. The focus of our camp is to produce an actual show for which we can all be proud. Even though our show has been reduced to 60 minutes, it requires organization, concentration, and cooperation from everyone involved. And while we will always play games, play outside, and have time for other fun throughout each day, we will need to get cracking on hard work to make it a musical we are proud to show off. If your child is not that interested in musical theater, our summer camp may not be the thing for them. It is important to note, though, that theater is not only for the outgoing kid! Theater is for EVERYONE and shy kids often find their voice onstage. I have seen miraculous things happen when a child really wants to be a part of something! All are welcome. Your kids will learn that fun is achieved through a little hard work, sweat, and lots of laughter.
Click here to see a sample schedule
Drop off and pick up will be outside at the picnic table along the Harrison St side of the building. Camp begins at 8:30 and ends at 3:30. Staff will not be ready to receive students until 8:25am and students must be picked up no later than 3:40pm.
As of January 2024 we do not have plans to offer After Care for summer camp.
casting
Typically, the larger roles will go to the older or more experienced kids and the ensemble roles will go to the younger or less experienced kids. We move very fast at camp and it's important for kids who pick up things quickly to take on the larger roles. Of course, there are occasional exceptions. Sometimes it depends on the show we do or the individual kids we have attending camp. Some kids are eager for a large role and some kids would like to be a supporting member no matter their age. We want all kids set up for success. We want them to feel comfortable and finish the camp feeling proud and having had a fun time. Since we have been at this for quite some time both as teachers and directors, but also as actors ourselves, we ask that you respect our final decision. Your child will have a better time with your full support.
costumes
Generally, costumes are covered in the cost of tuition. Since our shows are outside on the black top we do not provide shoes and recommend kids wear a comfortable, neutral type of shoe (no sandals or flip flops). If there is anything you need to provide (such as a special shoe or under garment) from home, you will be notified at the end of week one.
tickets
While we offer free access to our productions, donations are greatly appreciated. Contributions help us cover essential costs like administration, insurance, storage, and the talented staff and materials that bring our shows to life. Additionally, donations allow us to provide scholarships for aspiring young performers in future productions.