Spend your day off making life-long memories at Raven Theatre in a fun, supportive and creative environment. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics of performance or a more advanced actor looking to hone your skills, our team of professional teaching artists will help you feel the confidence to contribute and the courage to try something new.
Looking for a fun and creative way to spend your school day off? Join us for single-day theater camps on CPS days off—designed for kids who love stories, adventure, and imagination! Welcome to Take Flight Story Lab, where kids become storytellers, actors, and creators for a day.
From 9 AM to 3 PM, campers dive into the worlds of their favorite books, exploring characters, plots, and magical adventures through acting, movement, improvisation, and hands-on projects. Every day is packed with theater games, acting exercises, and story-building activities. Campers invent new scenes, craft props, and write mini-stories inspired by the worlds they explore—all while building confidence, teamwork, and imagination.
There is no culminating performance at the end of the day—Story Lab is all about exploration, play, and creativity. Kids leave with new friends, bold ideas, and stories of their own making!
Ages 5–7: The Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum
Meet the unforgettable characters of Oz—courageous lions, clever scarecrows, and whimsical witches! Young adventurers will craft their own magical wands, create Emerald City art, and face playful challenges inspired by the Wicked Witch’s schemes. Each day is filled with imaginative games and tales that celebrate bravery, friendship, and fun.
Ages 8–14: Inspired by L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz, with elements from Wicked Unravel the secrets of the Wizard and explore the complex story of the Wicked Witch. From crafting enchanted objects to navigating puzzling quests, they’ll test their wits and courage in this a world where nothing is as it seems. With flying monkeys, shifting alliances, and spellbinding surprises, the witches of oz becomes an unforgettable adventure where every camper becomes the hero of their own story.
Ages 5–7: Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne
Campers wander through the Hundred Acre Wood with Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and Eeyore! Using theater games, movement, and playful acting, they bring their favorite characters to life, acting out silly adventures, creating short stories, and adding their own imaginative twists. Every scene is a chance to explore friendship, humor, and creative storytelling in a world full of charm and fun.
Ages 8–14: Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Fall down the rabbit hole into Wonderland, a topsy-turvy world bursting with quirky characters and magical adventures! Campers meet Alice, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts while acting, improvising, and creating their own zany stories. Through scene-building, storytelling, and playful exploration, students dive into the characters and enchanting world of Wonderland, fully immersing themselves in this whimsical and imaginative experience.
Ages 5–7: Dog Man by Dav Pilkey
Jump into Dog Man’s heroic and hilarious world! Campers explore the personalities of Dog Man, Petey, and other quirky characters through acting, improv, and storytelling games. They craft comic-style adventures, act out playful missions, and enjoy teamwork, humor, and imagination.
Ages 8–14: Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
Step into Greg Heffley’s middle school world full of humor, awkward adventures, and everyday chaos! Campers explore characters, school life, and family dynamics through acting, improv, and story creation. They write diary-style adventures, perform funny scenes, and invent new stories—discovering the joy of playful storytelling and collaboration.
Camp Hours: 9 AM–3 PM (no after care available)
Location: Raven Theatre (6157 N. Clark)
Registration: $80/Day
Age Groups: Campers are grouped by age (5-7 and 8–14) with activities tailored to each group
What to Bring: A nut-free lunch, snack, and water bottle
No culminating performance—focus is on exploration, creativity, and fun!
Take Flight Story Lab, part of Raven Theatre’s education program, empowers kids to explore stories, build characters, and create original work while having a ton of fun! Our programs inspire creativity, confidence, and collaboration through immersive theater-making and imaginative play.
Take Flight – Education Department
Email: education@takeflight.org
Phone: 312-953-7670
Visit our Health & Safety page to learn more about our COVID-19 and illness protocols
BOX OFFICE: 773.338.2177 / info@raventheatre.com
WAITLIST: Let us know if you’d like to be notified when a spot opens up.
CAMP QUESTIONS: education@raventheatre.com