What is Camp Connect?
As a branch of our 'Connect' initiative—creating conversations for a more connected community—Canberra Dance Collective is excited to announce our brand-new school holiday program: Camp Connect!
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Camp Connect is a four day school holiday program designed to empower our young people to learn new skills in the performing arts industry. Not only does Camp Connect provide dancers and singers with the opportunity to learn and perform their own pieces, it provides budding technicians with a chance to explore, design and execute lighting, sound and stage management during their very own show.
Students will spend the first three days of camp learning and practicing their skills as either a performer or back stage crew member. Students will be taught the skills needed to fully execute and operate a stage production as a their own company of students. Our team will be there to assist them along the way whilst encouraging creative thinking and problem solving.
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On the final day of Camp Connect, students bump in (set up) and prepare to present their show to the audience. Their experience will be just as exciting, challenging and rewarding as any other stage show, however this time it's THEIRS!
When and where will it be held?
Camp Connect will be making a return after a successful debut in July 2024. The next edition of Camp Connect will be held at Dance Edge School of Performing Arts. The school holiday program will run as follows:
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8th October - 9am - 3pm
9th October - 9am - 3pm
10th October - 9am - 3pm
11th October - 9am - approx. 6:30pm
Does my child need experience?
The best part about Camp Connect is that no experience is required! The very nature of the program encourages students to learn new skills amongst their peers. Of course, if your child does have experience in a particular area, they will be able to practice their skills with the challenge of developing original ideas with their teammates.
How much does Camp Connect cost?
The cost of Camp Connect is $395 for the full program which includes the following:
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- 3x days of workshops, training, planning and preparation
- 1x day of show - setting up, preparing for and executing dress rehearsal and show
- 2x tickets to the final show
- 1x Camp Connect T-shirt
- Show costs including venue and equipment hire
- Costuming and props
Who is invited to the final show?
Our final show, on Friday 11th at 4:30pm, will be open to all Camp Connect family and friends. Tickets for this will be available via trybooking closer to the time of the event.
Questions?
If you have any questions or would like to more information about this incredible new initiative, please email us at events@canberradancecollective.com.
Hear What Others Say....
My young dancer absolutely loved the program. As well as being able to spend time with friends they had the opportunity to perform with a broader range of people. Not only were they able to perform dance, singing and acting but what they really appreciate was the creative input they had in the process giving the students the opportunity to not only perform but create. - C Sims
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Hi Camp Connect Team Wow!! What an amazing program. My Daughter attended your camp this past holidays and has not stopped talking about it. She loved the opportunity to dance, sing and act, all under the guidance of amazing teachers and in a very safe and inclusive environment. I highly recommend your program to anyone that wants their kids to be involved in a unique experience that is so much fun and that can’t take the smile of your littles one’s face. We will see you next holiday! K.D
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My daughter attended the 4 day Dance Connect camp in the July school holidays. She had an absolute blast and couldn’t wait to go back each day. The teachers were so supportive and created such a great program for the students. Would highly recommend and will definitely sign up again. B.M