2027 CAMP WEEKS

AGES 8-15 years old

June 14th-18th & August 3rd-7th

$500 FOR THE WEEK 10AM-2PM

LIGHT SNACK PROVIDED They bring their own lunch.

PAY $100 NON REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT TO HOLD YOUR SPOT PAY REMAINDER THE MONTH BEFORE YOUR CAMP WEEK BEGINS.

COMEDIC FILM MAKING & IMPROV CLASSES

END OF WEEK FILM PRESENTATION FRIDAY AT 2PM

REGISTER

AGES 9-15 years old

10-2pm (Can pick up any time before 2pm)

Monday - Friday (Final performance on Friday at 2pm)

Our goal is to provide a safe no-judgement active place to create, collaborate and cheer on others as a group so that all succeed. We believe if you think of others, you help them and help yourself.

Improvisational skills are a daily life skill. In today’s technological world, it is easy to get lost in screens and virtual realities. Unfortunately, this can lead to losing human connection which is a limited way to view the world. We want kids to tap into face-to-face interactions and play so that they have social skills for life. Project-based learning and team collaboration is the new wave of education, as well as, job environments and expectations. Let’s get these kids ready; they’ll be having so much fun, they won’t even know they are learning and engaging in an improtant life skill! You will also have access to all the films the kids make during their week at Camp.

Parent Testimonials

"Since attending camp, my daughter has taught the entire neighborhood how to shoot and edit videos. She's also recruited a handful to sign up for next year. My daughter cannot lie so this is a HUGE testament to the quality of programming that is offered."

“Amey, The twins really loved your comedy camp. thank you for offering a fun, accepting, and challenging environment for our non-sporty quirky teens. “

“Gabe said this camp was a great start to the summer and really enjoyed the improv and film activities. He definitely wants to attend next summer! I’m happy we connected to a great group in the neighborhood!”

Camp is $500 for one week: a $100 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot in camp and the remainder a week before camp start.

The Boxing Match

Museum Break In

A Day in the Life of Garfield

The Substitute

Puppet News: Murder 501

WHY IMPROV CAMP?

Our camp is more than just improv comedy. They are about exploring the creative process with filmmaking, storytelling, improv, writing etc. We give them creative license all within the improv and art framework. Improv skills are more than learning how to be funny. They help with communication, compassion and team building. Our Camp Director Amey Goerlich worked in NYC Public schools for 8 years teaching animation, filmmaking, theater & Improv, she is also one of the owners of Chaos Bloom Theater. Each Camp Week ends with a performance showcase that the campers can participate in or just watch if they prefer. This will happen on Fridays of the last day of camp at 2pm.

A Sample Day at Improv Comedy Camp

10:00-10:15am Campers arrive settle in with drawing, Journaling, stretching
10:15 – 11:00 Group work, improv training
11:00 – 11:30 Break/Lunch Time/Free time
11:30 – 12:15 Improv training/Production work for filmmaking
12:15 – 2:00 Specialty work (Filmmaking, Animation, Art, Writing, Movement Etc.)

2pm Pickup

*We get that some kids may need additional breathers and we will have art supplies and other activities etc on hand for kids who need that extra time. Please let us know if your child needs extra snack times, or any other special requirements throughout their day. We want to be able to accommodate routines and the like. We do require all parents to disclose any behavior issues or medical conditions before camp begins. You will have a form to fill out before camp begins and it is required for your child to attend. We need to have everyone’s safety accounted for.

IN A WEEK YOUR KID WILL HAVE BETTER

Learning skills – Kids learn through play. Improv is playing.
Focus – Kids need to listen and follow directions. Plus focus unlocks their true imagination.
Confidence – Improv builds self-confidence through a sense of self-accomplishment and knowing it takes bravery to perform in front of others. They will have a sense of fearlessness.
Expansive thinking – Creativity breeds problem-solving and out-of-the box thinking.
Socio-emotional growth – Acting helps kids explore healthy ways to express big feelings.
Listening Skills – You can’t improvise unless you listen to your partners. Listening is actually hearing meaning and intent behind the words and how they are said.
Communication skills – Kids learn many ways to express their thoughts that work in every day life, just not on stage.
Teamwork – Improv is about working in a group and collaborating with each other to create a piece. Give and take is a must.
Compassion – Kids need to understand other perspectives to play characters different from themselves.