The Wizard of OZ! – Parent Information
Q. When does camp officially start?
A. Campers officially start camp June 13 at 8:00 AM
Q. What are the camp’s dates and times?
A. Camp meets Monday thru Friday beginning June 13-July 1. Camp times are 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Q. Where and when do I drop off/pick up my child?
A. There will be someone to meet your child beginning at 7:30 AM every morning of camp. There will also be someone waiting with your child until you pick them up. Please be no later than 5:30 PM. Please drop off/pick up your child under the portico in front of the Granville Arts Center.
Q. Who can pick up my child?
A. Only the people specified on the registration form are authorized to pick up your child. If this must change, please provide a written note specifying who will be picking up your child. We are not able to release your child to an unauthorized person.
Q. What does my child need to wear?
A. Please have your child wear comfortable clothing that they will be able to easily move in. (shorts, t-shirts, etc) Flip Flops are not allowed. Tennis shoes or dance shoes are appropriate foot wear.
Q. What will my child do during the day?
A. At 8:00 there will be a 30 minute warm up time. The campers will then be divided into 3 age groups. The campers will rotate between 3 classes: music, acting, and dance till 12:00. 12:00 is lunch. The campers are then divided into 2 lunch groups. One group eats while the other has an activity, then they switch. At 1:00 we resume rehearsal and go until 5:00. There will also be a snack break around 3:00 for the campers.
Q. What about lunch?
A. Your child needs to bring a sack lunch to camp every day. There will also be a snack break in the afternoon. Please provide them with a snack and juice or water.
Q. What if my child needs medication during the day?
A. If your child takes medicine on a regular basis during camp hours, please specify this in a written note along with the medication. The medicine will be kept in the office and your child will come to the office to take their medicine. We cannot allow your child to keep medicine with them for the safety of your child and other campers.
Q. What are interns?
A. Interns are 20 high school students that auditioned in the spring. They come a week early to get ready for the campers. They also auditioned for the lead roles in the musical. They will be “camp counselors” for the entire 3 weeks of camp. Your child will grow to love every intern. These students have a passion for theatre and for children.
Q. Are there any roles left for my child?
A. There are small speaking and singing parts that we will be giving to some campers. ALL campers will be in the show.
Q. Who are the adults involved in the camp?
A. Mark Mullino – Director, Vonda Bowling – Music Director, Terry Tuck – Acting Teacher & Costume Designer, Melody Denoia – Choreographer, Neely Boyd – Costume Mistress
Q. Who do I call if I need my child during the day?
A. Please call the Granville Arts Center at 972.205.2970 or the Production Manager (Brittany Noll) at 214.517.8244
Q. What are the performance dates for The Wizard of Oz?
A. Performances will be Friday, July 1 and Saturday, July 2 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, July 2 and Sunday July 3 at 2:30 PM.
Q. How do I get tickets?
A. You can call the Garland Summer Musicals Box Office at 972.205.2970. Tickets are already on sale for $12 each.
Q. Can I buy an ad for my child in the program?
A. Yes you can!! The program for The Wizard of Oz will be magazine size and thickness. More information will be passed out and emailed the first week of camp.
Q. What if my question is not here?
A. Please contact Vonda Bowling at info@dallasyoungartists.org with any questions.
