Yes, we showcased almost 30 summer camps at our fun-filled Summer Fling Picnic at the end of May, but we have also learned from our readers that they want more options for camps related to the arts! So, here are two places to consider if your kids are interested in the performing arts this summer.
The Mamonahi Summer Camp, organized by the Mamonahi Theatre Company, combines theater, art, and dance into a two-week-long experience. Mamonahi believes that drama is one of the arts most closely related to human life and that the stage is the best place for children to release their imagination, get close to art and beauty, and learn to cooperate with one another. From the moment they step into the Mamonahi summer camp space, campers are in a safe, creative environment where they are free to express themselves. Learning takes place through performance-related games and activities in an immersive English environment with Chinese-language assistance. Music and dance are also key components in this camp, and children are encouraged to develop their body language and master their physical expression.
UPDATE (21/7): The Mamonahi Summer Camp will have its final week from July 26 – 30, 2021
Ages: 6 – 10
Summary: Guided by three dedicated educators with expertise in each field, campers will spend their time exploring theater, art and dance, while learning and playing in an immersive English environment.
Who: Mamonahi Theatre Company
Where: Move by Mamonahi , C401, 4/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Lu
When: Jun 28 – Jul 9, Jul 12 – 23
Teacher to Child Ratio: 1:3
Language: English, with Chinese-language assistance
Prices: RMB 12,000, with an early bird price of RMB 9,500 available until Jun 18
Topics: Theater, dance, and art
Conclusion: Students will put on a full performance that they have scripted and choreographed themselves
About: Mamonahi Theatre Company, an active Beijing-based international theatre company, has extensive teaching experience for students aged 3 to 60 years, with a warm and relaxed style that brings children improvisational, immersive theatre, and many other theatre European techniques.
More Info: Scan the QR code on the poster for more information!
Music lovers will be spoiled for choice at Crescendo Studio, which is offering four different summer camps this year. Camp 1 is an introductory music camp for kids who have an interest in music but may not yet know which instrument they want to play. Camp 2 is a beginners’ guitar camp. Camp 3 is an intermediate-level electric guitar camp. Camp 4 is a deep dive into drums for beginners. These camps will be conducted in English, Chinese, French, or Finnish, and the guitar camps offer a top-up option to get your own guitar!
Ages: 5 and up
Summary: The music teachers at Crescendo Studio have vast experience with kids of various ages, and impressive résumés from performing and teaching music. Crescendo’s intensive music courses will quickly up your kids’ music game this summer!
Who: Crescendo Studio
Where: Crescendo Studio, 12A09 Haocheng Plaza, 6 Zuojiazhuang Zhongjie, Chaoyang District
When: Jul 5 – 30
Teacher to Child Ratio: 1:5
Languages: English, Chinese, French, Finnish
Prices: Starting from RMB 2,800
Topics: Music Introduction, guitar, electric guitar, drums
Conclusion: Kids will get a comprehensive music education and present their knowledge in a short performance.
About: Crescendo Studio, owned and operated by Wang Yi and her husband Nico Torrese, plays a vital role in exposing both Chinese and expat children in Beijing to the wonderful world of music.
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Images: Courtesy of camps