2014 Student Handbook Pre-Professional Intensive
Welcome to the “Madness” It’s a divine madness that began one hundred years ago. We have an amazing story to tell — a story that has no end — and hopefully, never will. As the story unfolds into our second century, we welcome you to join us. You will play an integral part in honoring our legacy and staging our future.
Come in . . . Join the Pioneers of Imagination, Spirit, and Performance
Don’t forget to watch the videos on our homepage: www.perry-mansfield.org
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Table of Contents Welcome............................................... 1 The History........................................... 3 Check-In / Check-Out & Lodging......... 4 The Program........................................
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Class Placements & Casting................ 6 2014 Performance Dates.....................
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Class Descriptions............................... 8 Rules & Regulations ............................ 10 General Information.............................
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Camp Activities.................................... 13 Getting Here......................................... 14 What To Bring....................................... 15 Student Checklist................................. 17 Important Contact Information............. 18
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PIO N E ERS OF IM A G I N AT I O N , SP IRIT, A ND PERFORM A NCE
The History
In 1913, two young graduates of Smith College came to the frontier mountain town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado with a mule name “Tango.” The town was populated with people primarily interested in mining and ranching, and it was Charlotte Perry and Portia Mansfield’s vision to explore and teach “natural dance forms” and artistic expression “close to creatures and out-of-doors.” This dream compelled them to found Perry-Mansfield in this spectacular mountain setting. From humble beginnings in a few rustic cabins and some very lean years when the “scenery was the salary,” Charlotte and Portia nurtured Perry-Mansfield into one of the premier performing arts schools and camps in the country. In 1965, Charlotte and Portia gifted the camp to Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. For twenty-five years, Stephens College continued to provide a summer program, rich with talent, creativity and challenge. In 1990, Stephens College announced plans to sell the historic camp. Perry-Mansfield staff and alumni, as well as the city of Steamboat Springs, banded together to bring it home. The Friends of Perry-Mansfield, Inc. was formed, and continues camp operations today. 3
Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp is known for nurturing creative and performing artists, and their students, by focusing on an immersive educational experience, camping and equitation. The camp was one of the early pioneers of modern dance, as well as dance therapy and physical therapy and spearheaded the development of children’s theatre, the use of multimedia, and theatre-in-the-round. In camping, it helped initiate the studies of survival skills, counselor-in-training programs and standards for equitation. Some of the nation’s first master classes, artist-inresidence programs, national dance tours and formal classes in the creative arts took root at Perry-Mansfield. In its 101+ year history, the camp has inspired distinguished performers, teachers, and a wealth of educated audiences and patrons of the arts. PerryMansfield’s campus is on the National Register of Historic Places. We are glad to welcome you to the Perry-Mansfield family and hope that you will be as challenged and inspired as all those who have passed through our gates before you. Congratulations! You are about to become part of the rich history of Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School & Camp.
Check-In / Check-Out Day & Lodging All students sleep on bunk beds and are responsible for providing their own bedding. A vinyl mattress cover is provided, but students will need to bring sheets, blankets, pillow, and sleeping bag, etc. All cabins are very rustic, with overhead lights and a limited number of electrical outlets.
Arrival Date: Friday, June 13, 2014
Departure Date: Monday, July 28, 2014
Arrival Time: 12pm - 5pm
Departure Time: Before 11am
When To Arrive
High School Girls
All campers should plan to arrive between 12:00pm and 5:00pm on opening day. If a student arrives prior to this time, staff will not yet be available. Upon arrival, all students must go directly to the camp office for check-in. Program Coordinators and Counselors will be on the front porch of the office to greet you beginning at noon.
The High School girls are housed primarily on High School Hill. A typical cabin on the Hill is a 12’ x 12’ wooden structure that houses 4 girls. Girls housed on the Hill use two bathrooms located at the Hill’s base.
When To Depart
High School boys are housed in Boys Circle. The cabins, Top Notch and Katty Korner, are three-room cabins across from one another. Each of the 6 available rooms houses 4 boys. A counselor resides in the middle between the 2 rooms. Boys use the nearby Pine public bathrooms.
All campers should plan to depart from camp by 11:00am on the last day of the program. There are indeed other campers arriving after your departure, so we request that you help us by leaving camp on time.
High School Boys
College Students College students are housed in Kiosk and Binnacle, which are 2, three-room cabins side-by-side. Each room holds two single beds. College students walk to nearby bathrooms. The cabins house 12 college students.
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Arrival Date: June 13, 2014
The Program Friday June 13- Sunday July 27 2014 Students entering 11th grade thru college
Arrival Time: 12pm-5pm Departure Date: July 28, 2014 Departure Time: Before 11am
Perry-Mansfield offers an invigorating program of dance, theatre, musical theatre, visual art, creative writing, and equestrian. This summer, more than 300 students will study, perform, and immerse themselves in a creative practice against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and beautiful Steamboat Springs. Artistic faculty from around the world bring professionalism, inspiration and joy to this experience.
Friday, June 13, 2014
The Pre-Professional Program is an intensive program designed for the serious student with a strong interest in pursuing a career in the arts. This program is for students entering 11th grade through college. High School and college students take classes together.
The day is spent in class placements and production casting. Casting is posted, with additional callbacks if necessary. Class registration takes place once placements have been established.
Class level placement is determined by auditions conducted by the faculty during the first days at camp. After level has been determined, students register for classes on a first-come, first-served basis. Students are encouraged to have several alternate classes in mind upon registration in the event that courses fill early. Students select classes from the curriculum offered and participate in evening rehearsals six days a week. Faculty and staff will guide students to experiment with a variety of disciplines and to pursue a combination of art forms. Each student is required to take one class outside of his or her primary discipline. Saturday is the ONLY day off from class and rehearsal and is filled with a variety of recreational activities. The schedule for the first few days is as follows:
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Students will spend the day touring campus, participating in team-building activities, meeting counselors and faculty members, and learning camp philosophy and guidelines.
Saturday, June 14, 2014 The morning is spent in an orientation and Q&A session learning about the curriculum. The rest of the day is spent preparing for class placement and production casting.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
NEW WORKS FESTIVAL New Works Festival landed at Perry-Mansfield in 1997, and brings theatre companies from around the nation to develop new pieces of theatre in the Rocky Mountains. Presented under the artistic direction of Andrew Leynse, (Artistic Director, Primary Stages), and with sponsorship from The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust, the New Works Festival continues Perry-Mansfield’s founding principle of nurturing new talent with new work. The Festival is chaired by James Steinberg and produced by Emily Tarquin. Staged readings by professional actors will be Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14th, 2014.
Class Placement & Production Casting All students will participate in both dance and theatre/musical theatre placements. Students should be prepared to dance, perform a one-minute monologue and sing a one-minute song. Please bring sheet music to accompany song choice. Students without sheet music will be asked to sing “Happy Birthday.”
DANCE ALL students will participate in dance placement in ballet, modern dance, and jazz. Students will participate in a class (or partial class) in each discipline and will be observed by faculty. Bring appropriate dance attire and dance shoes. If dance is not your primary discipline, appropriate attire is something you can move in freely that allows the lines of the body to be seen; no baggy clothes.
THEATRE Students should prepare one monologue and one song, 1 to 2 minutes each. Selected pieces should reflect different characters to demonstrate range of talent. The student may choose from classical or contemporary work. No costumes are necessary. NOTE: Dancers interested in taking a theatre class must also prepare a monologue and song.
CLASS REGISTRATION Students take 4 classes a day, 5 days a week. Classes are required in dance, theatre or musical theatre, and students are placed in the appropriate level by faculty members. Students then choose two elective classes 6
per day. The enrollment for electives may be limited and therefore based on availability at registration. Students are assigned numbers randomly to determine registration order. Faculty members and counselors will aid the students in the registration process.
2014 Performance Dates Theatre (to be announced)
Evening of Dance
Friday, July 18 at 8pm Saturday, July 19 at 8pm
Friday, July 25 at 8pm Saturday, July 26 at 8pm
Julie Harris Theater at Perry-Mansfield
Steamboat Springs High School . 45 Maple Street
All performances begin at 8pm.
TICKETS Parents and family interested in seeing performances should purchase tickets at LEAST two weeks prior to the performance. Most shows do sell out. Tickets can be purchased online through our website, http://perry-mansfield.org. Click on the ‘ticketing’ tab and follow the directions, or call our office at 970.879.7125. Monday-Friday between 9am and 5pm.
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Class Descriptions Please note: course listings are subject to change.
Art
PPI Tap
Dance
Focus will be on clean technique and working to clarify sounds and rhythms with progress through fundamentals to more complex movements and combinations. The class will address dynamics, coordination, shifting weight, balance, speed, timing and tap improvisation. Dancers will be encouraged to explore dance as music, and to bring musicality into all the other dance forms they study. Tap can be a unique opportunity to combine music and dance in a profound and transformative way. This class will be offered as part of the Artist Master Class Series.
PPI Advanced Ballet
PPI Body Conditioning Practices
For beginning to advanced dance and theatre students in visual art. This elective will teach technique in painting, sketching and an introduction to visual art installation. Biweekly assignments will include demonstrations in mask making, mural creation and prop creation for the stage to allow participants to have a well rounded understanding of visual art in the theatre discipline.
This class will emphasize the basic principles of classical ballet technique. It will build in difficulty by adding more complex sequences, designed for the advanced dancer. Attention is paid to alignment, musicality, movement quality, technical proficiency, and performance skills. When appropriate, pointe work will be included.
PPI Intermediate Ballet This class will emphasize the basic principles of classical ballet technique. It will build in difficulty by adding more complex sequences. Attention is paid to alignment, musicality, movement quality, technical proficiency, and performance skills. When appropriate, pointe work will be included.
PPI Advanced Jazz A thorough warm-up addresses key aspects of jazz technique including isolations, dynamics, coordination, strength, balance, rhythm and energy for the more advanced dancer who has a strong foundation in other dance techniques. Dance progressions across the floor will lead to a final combination. Several styles of jazz will be explored, from Fosse to contemporary. Dancers will be encouraged to use technique as a vehicle for expression of artistry and to explore new ways of moving outside usual patterns.
PPI Intermediate Jazz A thorough warm-up addresses key aspects of jazz technique including isolations, dynamics, coordination, strength, balance, rhythm and energy. Dance progressions across the floor will lead to a final combination. Several styles of jazz will be explored, from Fosse to contemporary. Dancers will be encouraged to use technique as a vehicle for expression of artistry and to explore new ways of moving outside usual patterns.
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Techniques, exercises, and movement alignment practices that develop correct placement and core strength. Master teachers/faculty will be leading the class through body conditioning practices such as Pilates, yoga, GYROKENISIS®, cross-training and other somatic approaches. Please bring a yoga mat or large towel for floor work.
PPI Acting for Dancers Taught specifically for dance students, this class explores different methods and approaches to acting and character development. This class works to develop the emotional tools that aid in building an individual’s technique. Improvisation, theater games, scene work, and exercises designed to explore and expand an actor’s resources, may be some of the class content and focus.
PPI Advanced Modern Designed to develop a dancer capable of working proficiently with diverse styles and techniques in modern dance, this class will focus on developing technical proficiency, artistry, virtuosity and performance skills.
PPI Intermediate Modern Designed to develop a dancer with a strong foundation in modern techniques, the course will focus on alignment, use of the torso, and dynamic changes of weight through movement.
PPI Repertory Working with the artistic faculty, this class challenges the dancer to learn many styles of dance repertory. The dancers will be presented with the task of quickly learning repertory details. When appropriate, repertory showings will be arranged. Class size is limited: 20.
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students are required to attend ALL classes. Attendance
is taken in each class daily. Students who are late to class or who need an excused absence are required to have a note from the nurse or the Program Coordinator. Students who are tardy or who skip classes without a written excuse will be sent to the Administration Office.
PPI Partnering
Improvisation and Solo Performance
Through repertory excerpts and specifically created combinations, this class explores partnering concepts and skills such as trust, breath, weight exchange, timing, movement quality, partner communication, and musicality. Safety and care of one’s partner as well as creative problemsolving in the choreographic process will also be emphasized.
Students will learn the basic approach to improvisation, both long and short form. They will also develop their own solo performance through writing, researching, and creating.
PPI Improvisation/Dance Invention Rooted in many different forms of improvisation and dance invention, students will acquire a foundation in diverse techniques, including: intuitive responses, non-set dances, new movement invention practices, shared weight, momentum and gravity partnering, and contact improvisation techniques.
PPI Composition/Dance-Making A dance-making class is focused on developing a choreographer/dance artist who is sensitive to a wide range of creative tools and design ideas shaped and altered in conventional and non-conventional ways. Studies and choreographic projects will often be included in works-inprogress showings.
PPI The Moving Image/ Dance on Camera Designed for dancers who are interested in bringing their movement to the big screen, students will explore and experience movement as it transforms from the stage to the camera. In one week, explore through hands-on exercises how to create your very own short dance film. Class participants will explore the history behind dance for camera work, learn basic filming and editing skills, the importance of a sound score and ultimately create their own film that will be shared with the class. Please bring any type of recording device that you may have and the cord required to transfer data including a video camera, smart phone, iPad, Go Pro and / or Flip. This is a one-week Focus Week offering / July 7 -11th. Class will be limited to 10 students
Theatre 2 Week Intensive: Intro to New Work At the culmination of observation of the New Works Festival, students will go through a new work rehearsal process themselves. They will be given a script, do table-work, and work with a director. 9
Acting Speech and Dialect A traditional technique class working with both classic and contemporary text. In addition, students will be coached in proper enunciation, projection, and dialect.
3 Week Rehearsal Process, Performance, and Supported Classes: Rehearsal/Tech/Performance Students will spend 2/3 of the day rehearsing a fullyimmersive theatrical production. They will work with a director and be coached individually.
Voice and Body Warm Up Students will start their day with a warm-up to prepare them for rehearsal. They will learn techniques that they can apply daily to strengthen body and voice.
Vocal Performance & Songwriting Students will work with a vocal coach and accompanist to train the voice and develop musical theatre performance skills. They will also try their hand at songwriting in various musical styles.
Dance Technique for Theatre Students who are in the theatre intensive will have the opportunity to develop their movement and dance technique through a variety of styles.
Equestrian The equestrian program offers students the exciting opportunity to learn English and Western equitations from experienced instructors. Students who choose Equestrian as an elective will ride twice weekly. There is an additional fee for semi-private lessons. Please see the Activities Form.
Rules & Regulations and Disciplinary Procedures Rules & Regulations ALCOHOL/DRUGS
units receiving special privileges. Campers who do not help in the daily chores of cleaning will lose off-campus outing privileges.
Perry-Mansfield promotes a healthy environment for students to learn and explore their artistic talent. It is in violation of camp policies, as we are a childcare facility under Colorado State Law, for campers, faculty and staff to possess drug paraphernalia and to possess, use, sell, distribute or procure or to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other controlled substances. The unlawful possession or use of controlled substances is wrong and harmful to students. Controlled Substances include, but are not limited to, narcotic drugs, hallucinogenic or mind-altering drugs or substances, amphetamines, stimulants, marijuana, any other controlled substances as defined by law. Please note: even if use or possession of alcohol or drugs may be legal for students of a certain age, it is strictly prohibited on campus due to our licensing. DO NOT bring, consume or distribute alcohol or drugs of any kind at Perry-Mansfield or in Steamboat Springs.
SHOPLIFTING/STEALING Shoplifting and stealing will not be tolerated at PerryMansfield or in the city of Steamboat Springs. If a camper is found guilty of shoplifting or stealing, he/she may be expelled from camp without refund. Perry-Mansfield reserves the right to press charges if deemed appropriate.
CARE PACKAGES
Students found in violation of this rule will be subject to immediate disciplinary action, parents will be informed and in most cases sent home without refund.
DO NOT SEND FOOD OF ANY KIND. Students may receive care packages, other than food, from family and friends. Food is not allowed in cabins because it attracts wildlife. Campers will be asked to dispose of any food that is mailed to them.
NO FOOD IN CABINS Absolutely no food is allowed in campers’ cabins. Storing food in the cabin may attract wildlife inside the cabins. To avoid any problem, please do not send your child any packages that contain food. Any food received in the mail will be taken away upon opening of the package. Counselors reserve the right to be present during the opening of packages if there is suspicion of food inside.
NOTE* Perry-Mansfield reserves the right to conduct ALCOHOL/DRUG RAIDS at any time to enforce this rule. If possession or consumption is suspected counselors, with the support of Administration Staff member can conduct a raid. During the raid, all personal property may be searched and found items confiscated. If suspicion is confirmed student will be immediately expelled from the program.
SMOKING Perry-Mansfield is a smoke-free campus. Due to our extremely dry climate and significant number of trees on campus, smoking is a serious fire hazard. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on campus or the surrounding grounds.
NOTE* Perry-Mansfield reserves the right to conduct FOOD RAIDS at any time to enforce this rule. Food raids are done strictly for the safety of all campers. During a food raid, all personal property may be searched and food confiscated. Students may be present.
CARS BED CHECK All students must be in their cabins in time for bed check each night. Following bed check, “lights out” goes into effect and each student is required to remain in his/her cabin for the remainder of the night. *Bed check is required for all students who have not attended college or lived on their own away from home. If you recently graduated from high school, for example, you will be part of the required bed-check.
CABIN RESPONSIBILITIES Campers are expected to keep their cabins clean and orderly. Bi-weekly inspections take place with winning 10
High school students are NOT permitted to have vehicles on campus. College students may drive a vehicle to campus, but will park/store it in the Julie Harris Theater parking lot. College students with cars may NOT drive or transport any camper and/or faculty/staff member in their personal cars.
BUS The Steamboat Springs free bus is available for transportation in town on Saturdays.
CELLULAR PHONES
CAMPUS SECURITY
Students may bring their cell phones to camp. HOWEVER, all cell phones MUST be checked in with the Program Coordinator and Head Counselor on arrival day and checked out for use on call days ONLY. Limited phone access allows students to appreciate the creative spirit that is PerryMansfield and to make lasting friendships with their fellow campers.
The camp gate is locked at 11pm each night by our camp security guard.
REHEARSALS
ELECTRONIC GAMES / LAPTOPS, iPODs, iPADs and other electronic devices/mp3 players
Evening rehearsals are scheduled form Sunday through Friday and each cast member must attend if they are scheduled. There are two call boards on camp. One is located outside the main office and the other is located inside the dining hall. Daily schedules and any changes are updated daily and posted in these two places. Unexcused absences from rehearsal could result in removal from the production.
Students should NOT bring any type of electronic games or laptops to camp. Perry-Mansfield cannot be held responsible for the safety of these items in our rustic atmosphere.
Disciplinary Procedure In most cases, students who fail to comply with camp rules will be subject to the following disciplinary procedure:
Students may bring iPod/mp3 players to camp, but they are to be used at night in their cabins. If a student uses these types of devices outside their evening cabin time, the device will be confiscated. Perry-Mansfield will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any electrical or internet-based device brought to camp.
1st Offense: Student receives a verbal warning 2nd Offense: Student receives a written warning and parents are contacted
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
3rd Offense: Parents are contacted and a punishment determined by staff and parents is implemented.
Due to limited electrical service, campers are encouraged to bring battery-powered radios and alarm clocks.
4th Offense: Student is expelled without refund. *Exceptions to this procedure are those rules that require immediate
LEAVING CAMP PREMISES
expulsion, e.g., alcohol/drugs, shoplifting/stealing, and any other violations which jeopardize the well-being of other campers. Leaving camp property without the express permission of a counselor is also grounds for expulsion.
Students are not allowed to leave camp property without a staff member. Family members or friends over the age of 21 will only be able to check-out a student if written permission is received from the parent or legal guardian during camp office hours AND at least 24 hours prior to check-out time. Students must check-out at the camp office and inform their counselors prior to leaving campus, and upon returning to camp.
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General Information Camper’s Bank
Medication
We ask parents to send campers with a prepaid debit card or a personal debit card in order to manage their money while here at camp. Money will be needed for Saturday town trips for laundry and food, along with any other off campus activities such as movies or bowling.
Students are not permitted to keep ANY medication (including vitamins and herbal supplements) in their possession during their stay at camp. Any medication, prescription or over-the-counter, must be turned over to the nurse during check-in and will be dispersed as prescribed or recommended by physician/parent on a daily basis. This is a mandate set forth by the Colorado State Child Care Licensing Board.
Dance Shoes Students must remember to bring correct footwear for each class they plan to take. Once the student gets here there is no way to purchase dance shoes.
Email Students may receive ONE email weekly. Office staff will print out email once weekly and place it in the student mailbox. Students will not have access to send email.
Food Service All meals are served buffet style in the Main Lodge dining hall. Students are responsible for clearing their own dishes. Healthy snacks are provided in the dining hall between meals. If your child has a special dietary need please let us know so we can discuss it.
Lost & Found Perry-Mansfield is not responsible for items that are lost during a student’s stay at camp. Please speak with your child about the importance of keeping track of his/her possessions. Lost and found items are only kept until September 1st. Any lost and found items remaining are then donated to local charities.
Mail Mail is delivered daily. Letters are sorted alphabetically and placed in the student mail box located outside the main office after 3:00pm. Outgoing mail is collected in the Camp Store. UPS delivers at the office daily. All packages MUST be opened in the presence of a staff member.
Medical Care Two registered nurses reside on campus and are available 24 hours a day. Perry-Mansfield has an Infirmary where all medication is stored and administered. Steamboat Medical Group and Yampa Valley Medical Center are located 7 miles from campus. 12
Parental Visitation We know it is tempting to visit your child and spend time in beautiful Steamboat Springs; however, visits remove campers from their friends, their creative free-time, and interferes with the independent experience of camp. Campers are allowed one family visit per session. Family members or friends over the age of 21 will only be able to check-out a student if written permission is received from the parent or legal guardian during camp office hours at least 24-hours in advance. All students much be checked-out at the camp office and inform their counselors prior to leaving campus. Parents are not allowed to take their children off campus during classes or rehearsals. Saturday is the best time to visit.
Phone Calls Campers are allowed to call home once weekly. Students can use their personal cell phones, calling cards, phone cards or call collect to do so. There is a designated phone day for each group, so you will know when to expect contact by phone. Calls are typically made during the campers’ free time. Each phone call is limited to 10 minutes. Please note that your child will not be allowed to make additional phone calls unless it is an emergency.
Searches/Raids Perry-Mansfield reserves the right to search cabins and personal property if there is suspicion of illegal activity.
Camp Activites Hiking Students and counselors may enjoy day hikes to Fish Creek Falls and Soda Creek.
Town Students and counselors spend the day in the quaint town of Steamboat Springs — relaxing, spending time with friends and shopping. Students must physically check in with their counselors every hour.
White-Water Rafting Students have the opportunity to participate in a full-day rafting trip during their stay at camp. Students take a trip down the Colorado River (class II/III). All students participate in this group activity. Date to be confirmed.
Camp Night The evening prior to the opening night of each production, all students are invited to put on their “camp best” and watch their peers perform.
Swimming Students may go to the local swimming pool which is equipped with an Olympic-size pool, a warm-water pool, natural hot springs and a water slide. Certified lifeguards are on duty and counselors provide supervision.
Fourth of July Parade Independence Day is BIG in Steamboat Springs. PerryMansfield students take an active role in the town parade – creating their own songs, dances and costumes (be sure to pack clothes in red, white, and blue). Due to the creativity and spunk of our students, we have a long history of taking 1st place in the Parade.
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Getting Here Arrival Date: June 13, 2014
Departure Date: July 28, 2014
Arrival Time: 12pm-5pm
Departure Time: Before 11am
By Air Flying in to Yampa Valley Regional Airport: The Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) is located 20 miles outside of Steamboat Springs, in the town of Hayden. Students who fly into Hayden will be met by a Perry-Mansfield representative and transported to camp. The representative will be identifiable with a Perry-Mansfield t-shirt.
Flying in to Denver: Students who choose to fly in to Denver International Airport (DEN) will have to take the GO! Alpine Shuttle. To arrange ground transportation from Denver International Airport to PerryMansfield please contact GO! Alpine at 1.800.343.7433 or www.goalpine.com and refer to group # Perry1. Please note that due to airport security restrictions there will not be a Perry-Mansfield representative at Denver International Airport on arrival or departure days.
By Car Directions from Denver: Take I-70 West for approximately 65 miles, through Eisenhower Tunnel. Take the first exit past the tunnelDillon/Silverthorne Exit. At the bottom of the exit make a right on to CO Highway 9 passing through Silverthorne. Follow CO HWY 9 approximately 40 miles until you arrive at a stop light in the town of Kremmling. Make a left at the light onto US HWY 40. Follow US HWY 40 approximately 50 miles to Steamboat Springs. Once in Steamboat Springs, make a right on 3rd Street (between the post office and Wells Fargo Bank). Take the next right on to Fish Creek Falls Road. Take the second left onto Amethyst Road. Amethyst will turn into County Road 36 once you pass the middle school and elementary school. Once the road straightens out, begin looking for the Perry-Mansfield entrance on the left. Turn left into the driveway and drive up to the building that looks like a small general store. This building is our main office.
Luggage Luggage may be shipped ahead of time or arrive with the student. Parents should check with airlines for specific weight and size restrictions for footlockers (footlockers can be no taller than 14” to fit under the bunk beds). Luggage should bear tags showing final destination: PERRY-MANSFIELD, CAMPER’S NAME, 40755 County Road 36, STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO 80487. Please be sure to add your name and home address on all items. Luggage should not exceed the following: one footlocker, one sleeping bag, one small bag to be carried by hand. UPS will ship if the weight can be kept below the 150-pound limit. If you are shipping your child’s luggage home-please use UPS pre-paid. Perry-Mansfield will NOT be responsible for return shipping of student’s luggage.
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What To Bring Perry-Mansfield lies at 7,000 ft. above sea level resulting in chilly mornings, warm afternoons, and cool evenings, frequently cold nights and occasional rain. Daytime temperatures range from 55℉ to 90℉ , with the sun becoming quite hot midday. Evening temperatures cool off to between 40℉ and 55℉. Students attending sessions in June should come well prepared for occasional cold nights. This is an active camp and students change clothes frequently. Students should bring enough clothing to last two weeks. Student must put their names on everything. Each item must be individually marked. This includes ballet shoes, clothing, flashlights, towels, etc. We suggest that students make a complete list of items brought and tape it into the top of their footlocker. This makes final packing much easier and ensures that each camper retrieves all of his/her possessions when leaving camp. CLOTHING Everyday clothes and shoes: Everyday attire should be casual, practical and comfortable; jeans, shorts and t-shirts, cotton sweatshirts, long sleeve cotton shirts, several warm sweaters, several pairs of cotton and wool socks, two pairs of flannel pajamas, one warm bathrobe and a warm jacket (essential). Bring a poncho and/or a raincoat and hat. Students live informally and out of footlocker/duffels, so please pack accordingly. Students do their laundry at a Laundromat in town every Saturday.
Students will not be able to ride unless they are wearing riding shoes with sturdy toes and elevated heel. Dressy Clothes: Two nice outfits for “Camp Night” performances are suggested. Dance Clothes and Shoes: Leotard and tights or other form fitting dance wear are standard dress for all age groups in all dance classes. Ballet shoes (pink or black) are required for ballet class. Two outfits are suggested, one of which should be black. Also bring tap and jazz shoes if interested in tap and jazz classes. Most students will take at least one dance class. Dance Equipment: Tape, knee pads, yoga mat or large towel, video camera, Go Pro, Flip, iPad, or other video recording device (for Dance on Camera class). Class size limit: 10. If you are currently using an ace wrap or brace, please bring them. Theatre Clothes and Shoes: Students need to bring sneakers, character shoes (if you have them) or jazz shoes, and clothing that they can easily move in. Theatre Classroom Materials: Notebook(s), Pens and Pencils with erasers, highlighter(s), 2” 3-ringed binder, vocal recording device other than a cell phone. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS Barrettes and Hair Bands: These items should be brought in great supply. Dance teachers must see the face and neck completely.
Choose sneakers, hiking boots, and/or sturdy sandals ( like Tevas) for the paths and roads around the camp. Bring warm, leather-soled bedroom slippers for cabin wear and flip-flops for showers. Sturdy hiking boots are recommended for hiking.
Alarm Clock: Please bring a battery-operated or wind-up alarm clock.
Riding Clothes and Shoes: Camp riding clothes are jeans and/or riding pants, riding boots (shoes with a sturdy heel and toe-NO sneakers) and a long sleeved cotton shirt. All students are required to wear riding helmets. Bring your own if you have one, otherwise Perry-Mansfield will provide one.
Vocal Recording Device: Students are required to bring a vocal recording device for Vocal and Songwriting classes or private voice lessons. Please note: cell phones are NOT permitted as a recording device.
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Flashlight: This is a necessity! Don’t forget to bring extra batteries.
Toiletries: Bath towel and wash cloths, soap, soap dish, toothbrush, toothpaste and an unbreakable cup are needed. A zippered waterproof case or other type of holder is necessary for transporting toiletries to and from the bathroom. Other handy items include a sewing kit and a laundry bag. Sleeping Bag: Colorado nights can get cold, so come prepared with a warm sleeping bag. An old sheet will serve as a liner; this will preserve the sleeping bag and make laundry easier. Bring two pillowcases, a pillow and an additional twin fitted sheet to place over the slippery plastic mattress cover. Camp provides single or bunk beds. Eye Glasses: Eyeglasses can easily be broken and contact lenses can be lost. Bring the address to which you’d write for a quick replacement by mail. Insect Repellant: For mosquitoes and flies. Rehearsal Skirt (theatre girls): A character skirt/full skirt for rehearsals and class (if you have one). Lotion: The climate in Colorado is very dry. All students should bring lotion and use it daily to prevent dry skin and itching. Medication: Students should bring any prescribed or overthe-counter medications for their stay at camp. Physicians should note prescribed medications and dosages on the Health Form. All medications must be given to the camp nurse upon check-in, including Tylenol, Ibuprofen, vitamins, laxatives, herbal medications, cough drops, etc. An insurance card or copy is necessary for students with preexisting illnesses (asthma, allergies). Parents are responsible for all medication refills while the student is at camp. Medications can be mailed to camp, ATTN: “Camp Nurse.” Water Bottle: This is a necessity! Students may bring their own water bottles or purchase one at the camp store. Altitude sickness is a real and serious concern. Campers must be sure to consume as many caffeine-free liquids as possible, especially when they are first acclimating to the elevation. 16
Sun Screen: Students should bring sun screen that is at least SPF 15. This is important especially if the student goes tubing or rafting. Sunglasses: The Colorado sunshine is very intense; it is important to wear eye protection.
Student Checklist Arrival Date: June 13, 2014
Departure Date: July 28, 2014
Arrival Time: 12pm-5pm
Departure Time: Before 11am
Everyday clothes and shoes
Toiletries and carrier
Wristwatch
Rain jacket with hood and umbrella
Sturdy sandal and sneakers
Warm jacket
ALL dance shoes
Medication, labeled
Layered clothing for a variety of temperatures
Water bottle
Dance and rehearsal clothes Dance Equipment (as listed in “What to Bring”) Theatre clothes and shoes Riding clothes and helmet Swimsuit Sun Screen, Sunglasses and hat Hiking boots/ riding boots Two nice outfits for “Camp Night” Flip Flops for showers Bedroom slippers Theatre Classroom Materials: Notepad, pen(s), pencil(s), and highlighter, 2” 3-ring binder Flashlight and batteries Warm sleeping bag with twin flat and fitted sheets Bath towel and wash cloth Bathrobe Pillow and pillowcases 17
Battery operated alarm clock Stationary, Envelope, and stamps Hair essentials: hair pins, bobby pins, and hair elastics, etc. Eye Glasses/contacts Lotion Insect repellant Video/Vocal Recording Device *if you have questions, please call the office
Important Contact Information Associate Director
Toni Quick
Program Coordinator
Meg Southcott
OďŹƒce Manager
DeeDee Hooker
Mailing Address
40755 County Road 36 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
OďŹƒce Hours
M-F (and all arrival days) 8:30am-5:30pm
Phone Number
970.879.7125
Fax Number
970.879.5823
Email Address
info@perry-mansfield.org; admin@perry-mansfield.org
Website
http://perry-mansfield.org
https://www.facebook.com/ PerryMansfieldPerformingArts?fref=ts
Emergencies
In the case of a death or a serious family emergency, please call the camp pager, 970.870.5650