Hearts to Art Summer Day Camp in Chicago

A free, performing arts day camp for young people who have experienced the death of a parent

The Auditorium Theatre is hosting Session 1 of Hearts to Art Summer Day Camp on July 5 to 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Session 1 is for children ages  7 to 10 (entering second to fifth grade).

Hearts to Art will be held at the Vittum Theater, 1012 N. Noble St., in Chicago.

Heart to Art performing arts campers will work on developing skills in acting, movement, improvisation, singing, and more through fun and exciting classes. Hearts to Art activities also focus on:

• Encouraging the healing power of creative play
• Inspiring communication and collaboration
• Fostering emotional growth
• Providing friendship, compassion and community

Through interaction with young people who have experienced a similar loss, campers understand they are not alone. Small group creative activities are facilitated by professional healing counselors, providing campers a safe time and place to express and share their feelings with peers. Healing counselors are also on-site throughout the duration of camp.

See the camp FAQs for more information.

Complete an application now to reserve your spot. Space is limited. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

The deadline for applications for Session 1 is June 20. Limited transportation, pre- and post-care options are available.

Session 2 for youth ages 11 to 14 will be held July 25 to Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  The deadline to apply for Session 2 is July 5.

For questions, please contact HTA@auditoriumtheatre.org or call (312) 341-2353.