two summer camps to choose
Create! Stage! perform!
and
Madagascar Jr.
Where Kids Dream It, Write It, Build It, Star In It!
This isn’t your average theatre camp. Here, kids don’t just show up and follow a script — they create the whole show from scratch!
Over the course of the camp, participants will collaborate to write an original script, cast roles, design sets and costumes, and bring their story to life on stage. Guided by experienced instructors, students will learn the art of storytelling, stagecraft, teamwork, and performance — all while building confidence and having fun.
By the end of camp, they’ll perform their very own original show for family, friends, and fans — and they’ll be the ones who made it happen! Along the way, they’ll pick up cool theatre skills, build confidence, and make new friends who love creating just as much as they do.
If your kid has a big imagination and an even bigger heart, this is the camp where they’ll shine. Let’s make some theatre!
Get ready to “Move It, Move It!”
The Madagascar Experience is calling!
This is no ordinary musical — it’s a high-energy, laugh-out-loud, dance-in-your-seat adventure that’ll have kids and parents grinning from ear to ear. Madagascar Jr. brings the beloved DreamWorks movie to life on stage with epic dance numbers, catchy songs, and a cast of characters you’ll never forget.
Follow Marty the zebra, Alex the lion, Gloria the hippo, Melman the giraffe, and a pack of hilarious penguins as they bust out of the zoo and set sail for the island of Madagascar. Along the way, they’ll meet the party-loving King Julien and his tribe of funky lemurs — and yes, there will be plenty of chances to “Move It, Move It!”
It’s 60 minutes of non-stop comedy, adventure, and feel-good fun. Whether you’re cheering from the audience or joining the action on stage, The Madagascar Experience is the ultimate theater adventure for the whole family.
Big laughs, big moves, and a big heart — don’t miss it! her.
***PLEASE READ*** all THE FOLLOWING DETAILS ***PLEASE READ***
ABOUT ADVENTURES IN THEATER: CPP’s Adventures in Theatre is a Summer Camp workshop and performance program in which participants learn and practice skills related to Dramatic and Musical Theatre (acting, singing, dancing) through instruction, theatre games, exercises and activities designed to teach while putting on a production.
Topics include stage direction, character development, pantomime, vocal, basic choreography, movement, improv, observation & focus, timing and much more.
After 30 years of doing theatre in the valley we have watched many Students develop friendships that last a lifetime. We have witnessed the positive difference theatre has made in their lives.
Aside from the skills of theatre they also learn important life long skills.
They learn how to work as team and use those skills to increase their confidence.
Many kids have started out shy with us and end up feeling more comfortable in their social skills.
Most importantly, they learn how to let their imagination soar.
AGE RANGES: TK thru 8th grade – ALL participants must be respectful of all instructors, be able to follow directions and not be disruptive to the entire process. We have done this for over 30 years with every grade level combine and they will be working together as a team to put on an excellent show. These programs are not a drop in or daycare. Limited spots.
DATES: CAMP 1- CREATE! STAGE!,PERFORM!
June 9 thru June 29
CAMP 2 – MADAGASCAR
July 7 thru August 3rd
PUBLIC PERFORMANCES:
CAMP 1 – CREATE! STAGE!,PERFORM! – 5 performances, June 27,28,29
CAMP 2 – MADAGASCAR – 5 Performances, August 1,2,3
TUITION FEE: ***PLEASE READ*** Scholarships available. Tuition is normally $700.00. Due to the generosity of DSUSD ELOP and other grants we are able to offer limited full and partial scholarships.
CAMP 1 – CREATE!,STAGE! PERFROM! There are 20 Full DSUSD ELOP scholarships and 20 Full Washington Charter ELOP Scholarships and 10 Full Palm Desert Charter scholarships for this camp.
All other non DSUSD students can recieve the same $425 grant scholarship with a remaining price to pay of $275.00
SCHOLARSHIPS ARE VERY LIMITED.
CAMP 2 – MADAGASCAR 40 DSUSD will qualify for the ELOP scholarships and 10 Palm Desert Charter ELOP scholarships. Washington Charter is excluded from the ELOP scholarships for camp 2 but can take advantage of the partial scholarship through one of our grants.
AGAIN, SCHOLARSHIPS ARE VERY LIMITED
CASTING: Casting for specific parts happen during the first week of camp.
TICKET: We ask each participant to sell tickets to our public performances.
COMMITMENT: Putting together a high quality production takes lots of time, patience and commitment. Commit to being at all camp days and all shows. We ask for no more than 3 absences from camp days. 0 show day absences to be in the show. Note: If you can cannot fully commit to the time schedule you will absolutely get value from the camp by participating in and learning the dances and the songs – just not in the show.
PROMOTION: Proudly support and promote the show and your hard work. This can include selling more tickets, participating in impromptu mall performances, distributing show posters and flies, social media postings, fundraising, etc.
CONTACT: If you have questions please feel free to call, text, or email. 760-303-1990 or cppontheweb@aol.com
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meet some our instructors
Richard De Haven
What can we say about Richard - Here's the life of the party. All fun and no work. Well Not really.
He has been with C.P.P. for over 20 years. He stopped counting years ago. Truth is he can't remember cause it's been too long.
He Has performed in countless productions and has worked even harder behind the scenes for C.P.P. Youtheatre players and the Riverside County and National Date Festival Musical Pageant.
Susannah Vera
Susannah is an absolute delight for the kids to work with. She started with us a child actor in middle school with our productions many years ago.
She went off to college earning a bachelor in theater arts and a minor in music. She also received a masters in script and screenwriting.
She returned to the desert with her immense knowledge in theater and teaching and joined us as instructor.
This year she became Palm Desert High Schools newest theater teacher. We are lucky and blessed to have her creative and warm Spirit to help the kids thrive in the performing arts.
Chuck Balgenorth
Chuck has been a part of CPP/Youtheatre Players for over 20 years.
He has written many of CPP’s productions over the years and Riverside County and National Date Festival Arabian nights musicals for the last 17 years.
He has directed hundreds of children for countless musicals and straight plays,
As a Director, Producer, and Instructor Chuck’s joy comes from watching the kids thrive in theater. His belief is that every student deserves a chance to experience the magic of live theater regardless of background.
Isabella Ceja (Izzy)
Izzy is our resident costumer. She graduated from CalPoly Humboldt where she earned her degrees in Theatre Arts(costumes) and Communication.
She got her start in theatre in the desert as a child. She performed for 10 years in dance and acting under the direction of Chuck in numerous productions before moving on to college.
Upon graduation she returned to her roots in the desert to help the next generation of students learn about theater.
This past year she joined the theater department as costumer for College of the Desert theatrical productions.
We are excited to have her back working with us.
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