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Camp Create
Ages: 6 - 11
Session Length: 1 Week
Join us for hands on creativity, filled with games, collaboration and theater!
Led by TMS' specialists and faculty (Mr. C in University Circle, Ms. Hargate & Ms. DiTomaso in Ohio City), Camp Create is a nurturing and engaging introductory theater arts camp filled with fun, collaboration and learning. Based on principles of ensemble theatre and collaborative play, campers engage in dynamic exploratory activities, introducing them to acting, improv, creative movement and more.
This camp is geared for children with little to no performance experience and will foster creativity, confidence and caring by engaging students through theater games, activities, community building and performance.
Before and After Care are not available for Camp Create. Children must bring a nut-free lunch & water bottle from home daily.
Faculty
Dominick Chicotel
Drama Specialist
Dominick Chicotel has been facilitating structured dramatic play at The Music Settlement since 2015, and has been working with children ages 3-13 for over twenty years. He graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor's degree in Theater Arts, and moved to the Cleveland area shortly after. Dominick... Expand
Dominick Chicotel has been facilitating structured dramatic play at The Music Settlement since 2015, and has been working with children ages 3-13 for over twenty years. He graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor's degree in Theater Arts, and moved to the Cleveland area shortly after. Dominick then spent two years working for the Great Lakes Theater residency program. Dominick then received a Master's degree in Education from Ursuline College, and began running his own classrooms. Dominick has also directed countless theater productions for children ages 5-13 throughout the greater Cleveland area.
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Samantha DiTomaso
Preschool Teacher
I began teaching with The Music Settlement in 2021. I have a background in art and performance, so my focus is on creation and dramatic play with children. I believe that we learn best while having fun and find that being surrounded by creative & unique little ones provides endless joy and insp... Expand
I began teaching with The Music Settlement in 2021. I have a background in art and performance, so my focus is on creation and dramatic play with children. I believe that we learn best while having fun and find that being surrounded by creative & unique little ones provides endless joy and inspiration.
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Faye Hargate
Social Emotional Learning Specialist
Faye Hargate has over 15 years of experience teaching youth and working with children and families. With a background in theatre arts, community programming, and library story-times, Faye infuses her classes with creativity, exploration, and teamwork. She is a Cleveland native and loves hiking, pain... Expand
Faye Hargate has over 15 years of experience teaching youth and working with children and families. With a background in theatre arts, community programming, and library story-times, Faye infuses her classes with creativity, exploration, and teamwork. She is a Cleveland native and loves hiking, painting, and spending time with her family exploring the sights of the city.
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I can’t think of anything that gives me more hope for our world than seeing a diverse group of young people come together to make music.