Wee Giant Theatre

Summer art and theatre daycamp near Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia

Wee Giant
Theatre


902 624-0951
www.weegiants.ca

 

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New Summer Programs
for Youth and Young Ones

Summer Day Camp at the South Shore Waldorf School, Blockhouse, Nova Scotia

Near Mahone Bay, Lunenburg and Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
July 5 to August 27, 2010

Mondays to Fridays, 9:30 to 2:30
Tourists welcome!

$30 per day or $130 per week
Family rate: $100 per child or $25 per day
if two or more siblings are enrolled at a time.

Also, for kids aged 3–7, see Morning Glory Day Camp at the same location.

Tourists are Welcome!!

July 5th -9th, 2010 - Earthshine Puppets, Ages: 4-9

Journey into the world of puppets, art and out door play. Karen Jones takes the children into a world where their hearts are engaged and their senses nourished. The children are gently guided to find their own way to bring their puppets to life.

More about Karen Jones and Earthshine Puppets

July 12-16, 2010 - Nature Play Theatre Company. Day Camps for Youth, Ages: 7-12

Earth - Get ready to get dirty, crawling, playing games in the woods strengthening our senses and creating art outdoors. We go out no matter what the weather gifts us with; bring extra clothing and a swim suit!

We need 10 registered participants for the week in order to run Nature Play Programs.

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July 19-23 and July 26-30, 2010 - Wee Giant Theatre. Ages: 4 and up

Come explore Magical costumes. Learn how to make a giant puppet move. Develop new skills like felting, carving, sculpture, drawing, painting, music, and storytelling.

Led by Monika Wildemann.


Aug. 9-13, 2010 - Nature Play Theatre Company. Ages 7-12

Folklore Magic - A Whimsical Adventure into the Realm of Fairies.

Fairy Week will explore the magical tales of Nova Scotia fairy lore as well as stories from across Canada through story time, dance, movement.

We need 10 registered participants for the week in order to run Nature Play Programs.

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Aug. 16 - 20, 2010 - Nature Play Theatre Company. Ages 12-16

Gathering Places. We will develop and explore a Creation Myth of our own making and imbue our tale with a rich variety of theatrical and musical elements as our ancestors did. The week will also include lots of cooperative games in the forest, collective art experiences and the creation of a camp fired pottery piece “Raku firing.”

We need 10 registered participants for the week in order to run Nature Play Programs.

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Willkommen!!

German speaking visitors are very welcome. Monika Wildemann, of Wee Giant Theatre, has a good understanding of the German language and, although not fluent, her mime skills allow her to communicate well.

More nitty-gritty details

Nut free zone
Please do not send your children with nuts in their snacks or lunches. This means peanuts, almond and cashew butters as well. Thank you.

Children and Youth should bring with them a lunch and healthy snacks, clothes to play, create art in and a change of clothes just in case. Dress for the weather and do bring a swim suit for hot days and sprinkler fun.

Morning and After course care are available with prior arrangement. Cost is $5.00 per hour. Please speak with the instructor.

To register:

DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM Pay online here

Please, either:

  • Mail registration form and fees to:
    South Shore Waldorf School,
    PO Box 177
    Blockhouse, NS, B0J 1E0 Canada

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  • Drop registration form and fees off at the South Shore Waldorf School when school is in session or during summer programs:
    South Shore Waldorf School,
    64 School Road, Blockhouse, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Please phone or e-mail us at early to express intent at (902) 624-0951. It helps us to plan our program if we know who is coming!

P.R.O Kids funding available for kids in need.

And get an income tax credit!

Summer Arts is eligible for an income tax credit through the Nova Scotia Healthy Living Tax Incentive (Nova Scotia residents).