Welcome To Summer Camp
Welcome to the Ottawa School of Speech and Drama's Summer Camp. Now in its 16th year, OSSD’s summer programs give children and youth a chance to discover the exciting world of theatre with professional actors, directors and teachers. It's a summer filled with discoveries that can last a lifetime.
Our air-conditioned Westboro studios are centrally located, with convenient drop off and parking. There is a well maintained city park with a wading pool close by for fun outdoor activities.
All of our camps help to develop self- confidence, spontaneity, empathy, the ability to articulate and ability to work collaboratively with others. Everyone on staff makes it a priority to create an environment that is supportive, encouraging, safe and fun.
Each day begins with a physical and vocal warm up to get campers ready for a day of drama fun. The emphasis is on learning creative skills, making new friends and exploring ways that theatre can bring ideas to life. Every camp session ends with a presentation for family and friends.
We have one, two and three-week workshops offering a wide variety of choices. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, 6 or 16 years old, OSSD is the place to be for summer theatre!
OSSD SUMMER STAFF
Artistic Director: Amanda Lewis
Summer Camp Director: Bruce Bissonnette
General Manager: Sheila Sturk-Green
Summer Camp Manager: Kaitlin St. Jacques
All of our Workshop leaders are professional actors, directors and drama teachers with extensive experience at OSSD. For detailed biographies click here.
Our summer camp councilors are chosen from OSSD's senior students and alumni. Their love of summer Camp helps to make OSSD a family experience.
Camp sizes are limited, usually ranging from 12 - 15 students per group. Each group has at least one instructor and 2-3 student staff to ensure a well supported environment.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WHERE: All camps take place at:
The Ottawa School of Speech & Drama
294 Picton Avenue
1 block northeast of Richmond Road and Churchill Avenue
There is parking beside the building, as well as ample parking in the area.
WHEN: Camp begins each day at 9:00 a.m. sharp. Please be at OSSD ready for your morning workshop warm-up. We end each day at 4:00 p.m.
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE: To facilitate the working schedules of families we offer before and after care. The children are supervised in an open play situation. Depending on the age group and needs of the children, they have a chance to relax, read and play supervised games. Reservations in advance for either before or after care are essential.
Early drop-off: 8:15 a.m.
Late pick-up: 5:00 p.m. prompt
A fee of $10.00 per day for this service is due in full at the time of registration.
PUBLICITY: OSSD reserves the right to photograph the classes and use the pictures to publicize the program. OSSD also reserves the right to use students’ art creations for exhibition at no charge.
SPECIAL NEEDS: If your child has any special needs, details must be included with your registration form. Please note that we cannot provide one-on-one supervision or specific medical support.
TO REGISTER: Complete the registration form and return to The Ottawa School of Speech and Drama with payment. Make your payment in person, by mail or by fax:
IN PERSON: At the OSSD office, 294 Picton Avenue, (613) 567-6788
BY MAIL:
The Ottawa School of Speech and Drama
294 Picton Avenue,
Ottawa, Ontario K1Z 8P8
BY FAX: (613) 567-4240
TO MAKE PAYMENT: We accept cash, cheque, Visa or Mastercard.
REFUND POLICY: If you are unable to attend due to illness, we will accept a medical letter no later than one week before your camp begins. A refund, minus an administration fee of $25.00 will be given at that time.
OSSD is a registered charitable organization #14067 9754-RR0001
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call: 567-6788
E-mail: info@ossd.com