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• College for Kids & Teens: Baking & Cooking

  This summer we’ll be offering a range of new and returning culinary camps for rising 6th-12th graders to learn fundamental baking and cooking skills in the professional kitchens of Ivy Tech's Culinary Arts & Hospitality Administration Program!

  Cooking: Noodles (Rising Grades 6-8)

  Who doesn’t love a bowl of noodles? In this camp, we will make all sorts of noodle dishes inspired by global flavors, like Japchae, Cacio e Pepe, Pad Thai, and Mei Fun in the professional kitchens of Ivy Tech's Culinary Arts & Hospitality Administration Program. While our noodle dishes can easily be made gluten free and all are vegetarian, there are some ingredients that we may not be able to substitute and keep the deliciousness of the dish, such as: soy sauce, nuts, garlic, and cheese. This camp is for the adventurous eater!

  NOTE: See registration page below for details regarding dietary restrictions and any prerequisites associated with this camp.

  This camp is not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission due to limited capacity.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  AM - Grades 6-8 (Rising) | July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $325

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  Baking: Breakfast Baked Goods (Rising Grades 6-8)

  Welcome back to our College for Kids Baking Camps this summer where students will get the chance to learn the foundational techniques of baking in the professional kitchens of Ivy Tech's Culinary Arts & Hospitality Administration Program! In Breakfast Baked Goods, we'll be making crumb cake, muffins, fruit/cheese Danish, baked doughnuts, and cinnamon rolls. Each day will reward you with something delicious to share with friends and family!

  NOTE: See registration page below for details regarding dietary restrictions and any prerequisites associated with this camp.

  This camp is not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission due to limited capacity.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July Session | July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $325

  register for July session

• College for Kids & Teens: Arts, STEM, & More!

  Ivy Tech's College for Kids & Teens program offers summer camps for rising 6th-8th graders and rising 9th-12th graders. Camps are 1-week (Monday - Friday) and half-day in structure, with options varying each week from June 1 - July 24.

  Exploration & NASA 3D Design (Rising Grades 6-8)

  This fun 3D design and printing camp will inspire you to imagine the boundless field of exploration and space travel! You’ll engineer 3D printed models of space and exploration equipment, and learn about 3D design software in the process. You’ll start thinking like a real explorer by learning history, discussing mission objectives, and gaining insight from the NASA space program. Bring your curiosity and adventurous spirit as you won’t want to miss a minute of this week-long voyage into the stars, the ocean and back.

  Bonus: Scouts will be able to meet many requirements for an Exploration badge by participating in this camp.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July Session | July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 11:45am
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $145

  register for july session

  Music Synthesizers & Audio Synthesis (Rising Grades 6-8)

  From creating the sound of a flute and violin to a screaming electric guitar or alien spaceships, laser beams and other worldly soundscapes, electronic music and sounds created by audio synthesizers have been a staple in music and film soundtracks since their inception. Recent years have seen a huge resurgence of interest in these unique and highly creative audio tools. That sound of a soda can being opened in the commercial you just watched was created by an audio synthesizer! Nearly all the soundtrack and sound effects to your favorite video game or movie were composed and created by these fascinating instruments. You hear them every day and probably aren't aware of it.

  In this 1-week introduction to synthesizers, we'll explore the basics of wave shapes and how to use the components to modify the sounds they make, as well as the various types of audio synthesis that are possible through different software options. Participants will also learn about classic synthesizer music and how it's become what we use today, then explore their own interests through creative exercises to help with idea generation to create our own music and other types of audio synthesis.

  Throughout the camp, we'll be using open source (free) software synthesizers so you will be able to keep exploring and growing long after the class is over. A few hardware guest stars will make their appearance through the week for a real hands-on experience!

  SUPPLIES: All supplies needed for this class will be provided, including MIDI keyboards and headphones, though students are welcome to bring their own equipment if they prefer.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $165

  register here

  Power Up: Automation & Robotics Camp (Rising Grades 9-12)

  Step into the world of high-tech manufacturing and automation at this hands-on summer camp built for curious, motivated high school students. Over five action-packed days, you’ll dive into the skills that power today’s industries—starting with circuits and soldering, then moving into programmable automation controls, and finishing with industrial robotics. This isn’t sit-and-listen learning; it’s build-it, wire-it, and program-it learning.

  You’ll solder your own series circuits, use programmable controllers to run automated systems, and program industrial robots to play games. Along the way, you’ll explore in-demand careers that offer strong pay and job security, learn how local industries use this technology every day, and get a real preview of Ivy Tech classes that prepare skilled technicians for these fields. If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing your work come to life, this camp is your chance to try it out.

  All camp supplies will be provided.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $170

  register here

  Creating Your Character (Rising Grades 6-8)

  Heroes, villains, fantastic friends, and foes - dream them up and then build them from the ground up in this 1-week character design camp! You’ll start with a variety of basic drawing techniques with paper and pencil for a solid foundation, and then you’ll take your character into the digital realm with graphic art software that is open source (free) and always available to use. Beyond drawing, you’ll learn how to create more complex and believable characters, and the entire worlds in which they live.

  All supplies and equipment provided. This camp is for rising 6th-8th graders.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $165

  waitlist here

  Magic 101 (Rising Grades 6-8)

  Amaze yourself and fool your friends, family, and future audiences! Learn this theatrical craft and art from Tom Hastings, a retired high school teacher, performer, and current demonstrator for Denny's Magic Showroom in Nashville, IN. With over 60 years of experience, Tom introduces and teaches basic psychological, mechanical, and manipulative skills to enhance your knowledge, appreciation, practice, and performance. You will learn a stunning new vocabulary and how to better navigate the many resources available to novice wizards. All supplies provided.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July Session | July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 11:30am
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $110

  register for july session

  Mosaics (Rising Grades 9-12)

  Anyone can make mosaics! In this hands-on exploratory camp for rising 9th-12th graders, practicing artist Sara Colvard will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating beautiful and durable works of mosaic art. You’ll learn principles of artistic design; how to safely cut glass, tile, and stone; and use professional tools and techniques to make several unique artworks that express your personal style and will wow your family and friends. We’ll also take a peek into the fascinating history of mosaic, from ancient cultures around the world to modern fine art mosaics.

  No prior art experience necessary - just an open mind and a willingness to experiment! All supplies provided.

  NOTE: This camp is not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission due to limited capacity.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $225

  register here

• Constellation Stage & Screen

  

  The Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning is proud to partner with Constellation Stage & Screen, who offer an exciting lineup of film, theater, and musical theater programs for Grades K-12! Littles, kids, and teens will work with professional instructors to explore their creative talents in a range of classes and camps hosted throughout the year.

  Grades 1-3 (Rising)

  Theater Camp for Littles: The Lorax - (Rising Grades 1-3)

  For rising 1st-3rd graders, Theater Camp for Littles: The Lorax offers full-day, hands-on activities that encourage and promote the exploration and creation of theater arts in a fun, engaging camp environment. With a focus on teamwork and fostering imagination, campers will be guided through the fundamental beginning-to-end process of putting on a play inspired by Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, a whimsical and timely tale of friendship, responsibility, and the power of one small voice to make the world a brighter, greener place.

  Skill-building theater exercises, along with Lorax-themed improvisation games and activities, will focus on acting, voice, world building, character creation, storytelling, movement, and stage etiquette. Campers will gain self-confidence, respect for others, and a greater ability to express themselves both physically and vocally, all while making new friends along the way. The week culminates in an afternoon showcase at Constellation Playhouse!

  Camp Showcase: The Lorax showcase will be held on Friday, July 17, 3:30pm at Constellation Playhouse.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
  Constellation Staff | Constellation Playhouse | $315

  waitlist here

  Grades 4-8 (Rising)

  Musical Theater Camp for Kids: The Little Mermaid - (Rising Grades 4-8)

  For rising 4th-8th graders, Musical Theater Camp for Kids: Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. dives into a magical, splashy, and fin-tastical adventure that explores the timely themes of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the search for belonging. This 2-week exploration of the art of musical theater will promote confidence and instill the spirit of collaboration in aspiring young performers.

  Directed by Debby Jenkins, an accomplished veteran musical theater educator with expertise in music direction, campers will build skills in musicality, vocal performance, acting, movement, and stage etiquette as they are led through the beginning-to-end process of putting on a musical: casting*, table reads/table work, learning music, blocking and staging, choreography, rehearsing songs and scenes, adding technical elements (costumes, props, wigs, lights, sound, set), and finally, performing in front of an audience.

  Additionally, campers will participate in fun, hands-on musical theater-themed enrichment activities to practice and reinforce the skills they will be building throughout the 2-week rehearsal process.

  Camp Showcase: The camp will culminate in 2 performances of The Little Mermaid Jr. at the John Waldron Arts Center, Friday, July 24; 11:00am & 3:00pm.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  July 13 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
  Debby Jenkins + Constellation Staff | John Waldron Arts Center | $595

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  Comedy Camp for Kids: The Zip Zap Zop Zone - (Rising Grades 4-7)

  For rising 4th-7th graders, Comedy Camp for Kids: The Zip Zap Zop Zone provides the perfect playground for the creative kid with an active imagination and undeniable funny bone, as well as the more introverted kid who just needs the right environment to be inspired to come out of their shell. This immersive and hands-on comedy camp will give budding comedians the opportunity to build improvisational skills and performance technique in a safe, fun, and collaborative environment. Improv is a dynamic and enlightening art form that will help campers gain confidence; foster creativity; develop storytelling ability; enhance listening, communication, and collaboration skills; and build resilience--all while having a blast The camp will culminate in a live showcase at Constellation Studios, highlighting both the improv troupe and individual performers.

  Camp Showcase: Friday, July 17; 3:30pm at Constellation Studios.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
  Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $315

  register here

  Theater Camp for Kids: The Odyssey - (Rising Grades 4-7)

  For rising 4th-7th graders, Theater Camp for Kids: The Odyssey offers a hands-on, beginning-to-end experience of being in a play. Experienced professional teaching artists will guide campers through the process of auditioning, casting, table reads, table work, blocking and staging, rehearsing, adding technical elements (costumes, props, wigs, lights, sound), and performance. Campers will also explore improvisation techniques and character creation with a focus on artistic collaboration. In addition, campers will learn and build upon skills in acting, voice, movement, theater etiquette, and comedic timing as they bring to life one of the greatest stories ever written -- Homer's The Odyssey!

  Join brave Odysseus on a legendary journey home as he outsmarts mighty gods and outruns mythical monsters in this epic, kid-friendly, high-seas adventure! The week culminates in an afternoon showcase at the John Waldron Arts Center that gives budding young theater artists the opportunity to shine.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm | Camp Showcase: Friday, July 24 @ 3:30pm
  Session 2 | Constellation Staff | Constellation Playhouse | $315

  register for session 2

• Ivy Arts

  Ivy Arts for Kids (Rising Grades 1-5)

  Ivy Arts for Kids is back this summer with another immersive experience in the arts for rising 1st-5th graders! Over the course of this 2-week camp, we'll explore ceramics, fiber arts, acrylic and watercolor painting, crafting, and mixed media through new activities and projects each session that will spark your child's imagination and inspire creativity throughout the summer and beyond.

  Guided by instructors and assistants who provide a wide range of strengths and expertise, Ivy Arts for Kids provides a collaborative space for young artists to continue developing or for those who are curious about exploring their creative side to feel supported in a new journey. Using Ivy Tech's Fine Arts and Ceramics classroom spaces, we'll split participants into groups by age and experience in order to provide as much individual instruction and opportunity for skill development as possible. As always, each camp session culminates with an art showcase on the last day, giving family and friends the chance to see their young artist's creations on full display!

  All materials and equipment are provided. Participants will receive a camp t-shirt, work apron, and their own art kit to take home at the end of camp.

  NOTE: Ivy Arts for Kids is repeatable across multiple sessions, as instructors and content will vary, though it is designed as a half-day camp and is not intended for participation in both AM and PM sessions concurrently.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 13 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:00pm | Art Showcase: July 24 @ 11:30am
  Session 4 AM | Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $250

  register for session 4 am

  Ivy Arts for Kids - 1-Week (Rising Grades 1-5)

  Ivy Arts for Kids is back with a new 1-week camp option this summer for rising 1st-5th graders! This camp provides the same immersive experience as our traditional 2-week sessions with an abridged schedule and an emphasis on putting the FUN in fundamentals in ceramics and visual arts mediums with new activities and projects each session.

  Guided by instructors and assistants with a depth of skills and expertise, this 1-week session of Ivy Arts for Kids provides a collaborative space for young artists to explore with their peers and spend the week in a creative headspace. Using Ivy Tech's Fine Arts and Ceramics classroom spaces, we'll split participants into groups by age and experience in order to provide as much individual instruction and opportunity for skill development as possible. As always, each camp session culminates with an art showcase on the last day, giving family and friends the chance to see their young artist's creations on full display!

  All materials and equipment are provided. Participants will receive a camp t-shirt, work apron, and their own art kit to take home at the end of camp.

  NOTE: Ivy Arts for Kids is repeatable across multiple sessions, as instructors and content will vary, though it is designed as a half-day camp and is not intended for participation in both AM and PM sessions concurrently.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 20 - July 24 | Monday - Friday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Art Showcase: July 24 @ 3:30pm
  Session 4 PM | Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $140

  register for session 4 pm

  Ivy Arts Forward (Rising Grades 6-8)

  Ivy Arts Forward is a new full-day camp offering this summer for rising 6th-8th graders with a passion for the creative arts who want to continue developing fundamental skills across multiple disciplines, similar to our Ivy Arts for Kids program. In smaller group sizes and with the opportunity to explore clay and visual arts mediums in more depth, participants in Ivy Arts Forward will have the time and resources to try a range of new projects or focus on creating a few masterpieces over the course of the week with an emphasis on individualized instruction and development.

  Ivy Arts Forward is intended for participants with some previous experience and interest in the arts who are motivated to continue exploring their creativity and developing skills. We'll start the week by discussing potential focus mediums and projects. Mornings will be devoted to 2D mediums, with options in watercolor, oil/acrylic, drawing, and mixed media. After a break for lunch, afternoons will shift focus to ceramics, fiber arts, and 3D design. While participants will be encouraged to explore a variety of projects and learn how different disciplines can interact, there will be the opportunity to go deeper into specific mediums as preferred.

  Camp Showcase: Ivy Arts Forward culminates with an art showcase on the last day of camp, giving family and friends the chance to see their young artist's creations on full display!

  All materials and equipment are provided. Participants will need to plan to bring a water bottle, sack lunch, and snacks as needed.

  YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for Ivy Tech Youth Programs participants. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information on our Youth Scholarship Program.

  July 13 - July 17 | Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm | Art Showcase: July 17 @ 3:30pm
  July Session | Ivy Tech Bloomington Main Campus | $315

  waitlist for july session

• Constellation Stage & Screen

  

  The Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning is proud to partner with Constellation Stage & Screen, who offer an exciting lineup of film, theater, and musical theater programs for Grades K-12! Littles, kids, and teens will work with professional instructors to explore their creative talents in a range of classes and camps hosted throughout the year.

  Grades K-2

  Theater Playground: Pigeons, Piggies, and Pals - Grades K-2

  Theater Playground: Pigeons, Piggies, and Pals is an introduction to theater arts for Littles in Grades K-2 and will focus on the fundamentals of storytelling through the playful, expressive, and laugh-out-loud world of Mo Willems-inspired characters and stories. From determined pigeons and dramatic best friends to lost stuffed animals, misunderstood monsters, and very surprising dinosaurs, students will explore stories filled with big feelings, silly problems, strong opinions, and joyful imagination.

  Through imaginative play, young actors will build foundational theater skills in improvisation, communication, voice, movement, listening, and character creation. Each week, students will explore a different kind of storybook-theater challenge: using their bodies and voices to show emotion, creating bold characters with clear wants, practicing partner scenes, building comic timing, and learning how simple choices can become exciting moments on stage. Guided theater activities will encourage confidence, collaboration, point of view, active listening, and creative self-expression in a positive and supportive learning environment.

  Budding actors will share their favorite characters, scenes, and storybook-inspired moments in a mini-showcase on October 24.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 12 - October 24 | Saturdays, 9am-10am
  Sommer Schrader + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $115

  register here

  Acting Ensemble for Littles: How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Grades 1-2

  Acting Ensemble for Littles: How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a theater arts class for young, budding performers that builds upon their interest in acting, movement, storytelling, and self-expression—all while having a wonderfully silly, Seussian time! Designed especially for Littles in Grades 1-2, this class will use a dramatized version of Dr. Seuss’s beloved holiday classic to explore a colorful cast of characters, a playful rhyming world, and a heartwarming story about kindness, community, and the joy of sharing.

  As members of an acting ensemble, students will learn how to work together to tell a story on stage while practicing foundational theater skills including voice, movement, listening, focus, stage directions, character creation, and beginning script work. Through theater games, guided scene work, and imaginative play, budding performers will build confidence, strengthen communication skills, respond to cues, and learn how each actor contributes to the whole group as they prepare for a Who-filled final showcase of How the Grinch Stole Christmas on December 12.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  October 10 - December 19 (No class November 28) | Saturdays, 10:15am-11:15am
  Sommer Schrader + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $160

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  Musical Theater Playground: Frozen Forever! - Grades K-2

  Theater Playground: Frozen Forever! is an introduction to theater arts for Littles in Grades K–2 and will explore the imaginative, magical, and wintry world of Frozen! Students will bring favorite songs, characters, scenes, and dances to life through playful activities inspired by Frozen, Frozen Forever, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, and Frozen 2.

  Through imaginative play, young performers will build foundational musical theater skills in singing, dancing, acting, movement, listening, and character creation. Students will practice expressing emotions with their bodies, faces, and voices, moving confidently to music, singing with expression, and working together as an ensemble.

  The class will also include confidence-building theater games and improvisation activities that spark creative thinking, promote active listening, and encourage self-expression. Students will share their favorite songs, characters, dances, and Frozen-inspired moments in a joyful mini-showcase on December 19.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  October 31 - December 19 (No class November 28) | Saturdays, 9am-10am
  Sommer Schrader + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $115

  register here

  Grades 3-5

  Broadway Bound: Matilda In Concert - Grades 3-5

  Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Constellation’s Broadway Bound: Matilda In Concert (Grades 3-5) is a 10-week performance class that gives budding young actors and singers the opportunity to learn and workshop scenes and ensemble numbers from the smart, high-energy, and wildly theatrical Matilda the Musical. Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved story, students will explore a world of clever kids, outrageous adults, big imagination, and the power of standing up for what is right.

  Under the direction of experienced, professional teaching artists, students will develop the building blocks of stage etiquette, musicianship, musicality, character work, and performance technique in an enriching and supportive musical theater environment. With dynamic musical numbers such as “Naughty,” “When I Grow Up,” “School Song,” and “Revolting Children,” students will strengthen storytelling skills, vocal confidence, ensemble singing, movement, and the ability to make bold character choices on stage. The class will culminate in a concert-style showcase on December 14.

  Notes:
  - Students should be comfortable singing in front of others.
  - This class will require outside preparation/memorization.
  - Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  October 5 - December 14 (No class November 23) | Mondays, 5:30pm-6:45pm
  Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $195

  register here

  Acting on Camera for Kids: Green Screen Screams! - Grades 3-5

  Step in front of the camera—and into a world of spooky screen magic! Constellation’s Acting On Camera for Kids: Green Screen Screams! is a fun, hands-on introduction to acting for the screen, with a special focus on performing in front of a green screen. Using kid-friendly scenes and scenarios inspired by spooky, Halloween-themed movies, students will learn how actors use imagination, focus, and technique to bring exciting screen moments to life.

  Throughout the class, young performers will build foundational acting skills, including confidence, active listening, memorization, collaboration, vocal clarity, physical expression, emotional connection, and character development. Students will practice making strong acting choices, reacting truthfully to scene partners, and using their voices and bodies with purpose.
  Students will also explore how acting for the camera differs from acting on stage. They will work on important on-camera skills such as facial expression, gesture size, vocal adjustment, eyeline, continuity, and staying present within the frame. Green screen work adds an extra layer of creativity as students imagine unseen locations, react to digital environments, and interact with invisible objects or effects.

  Classes will progress from short acting exercises and playful green screen challenges to a full filmed scene in front of the green screen. Final scenes will be edited and shared with students and families to enjoy. Students will leave with greater confidence on camera, stronger acting tools, and a fun introduction to the magic of screen performance.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 8 - October 20 | Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7:00pm
  Eric Shelley + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Acting Ensemble for Kids: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe - Grades 3-5

  Step through the wardrobe! Constellation Stage & Screen’s Acting Ensemble for Kids: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a fast-paced and imaginative exploration of stage acting that will use a theatrical adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s beloved classic, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe—a magical adventure filled with courage, loyalty, wonder, and the triumph of good over evil. Offering a range of roles that vary in size and type, this class is perfect for beginners, as well as young acting students with some experience.

  In addition to strengthening skills in reading fluency, active listening, teamwork, and public speaking, budding actors will focus on building a theatrical ensemble while developing individual acting technique, including voice and speech, creative movement, stage presence, and exploration of world and character. Students will learn and practice the fundamentals of theatrical staging and theater etiquette as they journey into the world of Narnia and prepare for a final showcase performance of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Students will emerge from the class more articulate, confident, imaginative, and collaborative performers.

  Notes:
  - This class will require outside preparation/memorization.
  - Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  October 28 - December 16 (No class November 25) | Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:00pm
  Shannon Starks + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Grades 6-8

  Acting Ensemble for Middles - Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask - Grades 6-8

  Actor beware—you’re in for a scare! Constellation’s Acting Ensemble for Middles: Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask (Grades 6-8) is a fast-paced and fun exploration of stage acting that will use an imaginative theatrical adaptation of R.L. Stine’s spooky, wildly popular Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask. Students will step into a suspenseful, high-energy story filled with eerie surprises, big characters, comic scares, and the creepy question of what happens when pretending to be someone else goes a little too far. Offering a range of roles that vary in size and type, this class is perfect for beginners, as well as acting students with experience.

  In addition to strengthening skills in reading fluency, active listening, teamwork, and public speaking, budding actors will focus on building a theatrical ensemble while developing individual acting technique, including voice and speech, creative movement, stage presence, and exploration of world and character. Students will learn and practice the fundamentals of theatrical staging and theater etiquette as they creep toward a final showcase of Goosebumps: The Haunted Mask on October 21! Students will emerge from the class more articulate, confident, and collaborative performers.

  Notes:
  - This class will require outside preparation/memorization.
  - Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 9 - October 21 | Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:00pm
  Shannon Starks + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Broadway Bound: Matilda In Concert - Grades 6-8

  Sometimes you have to be a little bit naughty! Constellation’s Broadway Bound: Matilda In Concert (Grades 6-8) is a 10-week performance class that gives budding young actors and singers the opportunity to learn and workshop scenes and ensemble numbers from the smart, high-energy, and wildly theatrical Matilda the Musical. Inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved story, students will explore a world of clever kids, outrageous adults, big imagination, and the power of standing up for what is right.

  Under the direction of experienced, professional teaching artists, students will develop the building blocks of stage etiquette, musicianship, musicality, character work, and performance technique in an enriching and supportive musical theater environment. With dynamic musical numbers such as “Naughty,” “When I Grow Up,” “School Song,” and “Revolting Children,” students will strengthen storytelling skills, vocal confidence, ensemble singing, movement, and the ability to make bold character choices on stage. The class will culminate in a concert-style showcase on November 12.

  Notes: 
  - Students should be comfortable singing in front of others.
  - This class will require outside preparation/memorization. 
  - Attendance is crucial. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 10 - November 12 | Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:45pm
  Debby Jenkins + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $195

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  Stranger Scenes & The Upside Down of Acting on Camera - Grades 6-8

  Step in front of the camera—and into a world of mystery, imagination, and sci-fi adventure! Constellation’s Stranger Scenes & The Upside Down of Acting On Camera is a 7-week on-camera acting class for Middles (Grades 6-8) that introduces students to the fun, creative, and technical skills actors use on film, television, and green screen sets. Inspired by the high-stakes worlds of sci-fi, fantasy, and mystery series and films like Stranger Things, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Super 8, and Ender’s Game, students will learn how to create believable performances in imaginary environments, react to unseen creatures and digital effects, and bring bold screen moments to life.

  Through acting games and drills, character-building exercises, and scene study inspired by middle school-centric films and series like Super 8, Stranger Things, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Harry Potter, and Ender’s Game, students will build confidence and strengthen important acting skills including focus, memorization, collaboration, vocal clarity, physical expression, emotional connection, and character development. They will also practice essential on-camera techniques such as hitting marks, maintaining eyelines, adjusting performance size for the camera, matching actions across multiple takes, and responding truthfully to off-camera cues or imagined CGI elements. By the end of the class, students will apply their skills to film a cinematic scene, gaining a stronger understanding of screen acting, green screen performance, and how to create clear, imaginative, and believable work on camera.

  NOTE: A limited number of scholarships are available for Theater & Film programs. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program to receive a scholarship. If you are interested, please click here for more information. Additionally, Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  October 27 - December 15 (November 24) | Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7:00pm
  Eric Shelley + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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Constellation Stage & Screen

• Acting & Improv

  

  The Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning is proud to partner with Constellation Stage & Screen, who offer an exciting lineup of film, theater, and musical theater programs for youth and adults! Students will work with professional instructors to explore their creative talents in a range of classes hosted throughout the year.

  Improv for Adults: Beyond Beginner

  Constellation’s Improv for Adults: Beyond Beginner is a fast-paced, highly interactive workshop-style class that reinforces and builds upon improvisational skills and performance techniques. This class will focus primarily on long-form improv, and is open to adults with previous improv experience* who have mastered the fundamentals. Improv is a magical and collaborative art form that is not only fantastically fun, it boosts creativity, develops storytelling ability, enhances listening and communication skills, and builds confidence and resilience. Students will practice their skills in a safe, supportive, "Yes, and" learning environment. 

  Prerequisite: Previous improv experience (classes, troupe, etc.)/Mastery of the fundamentals of improv.

  *Prerequisite note: “Previous experience” should include completing at least one session of Improv: Beyond Beginner or Improv: Beginner. For exceptions, please contact Eric Shelley at eric@seeconstellation.org.

  NOTE: Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  Session 1 | September 8 - October 20 | Tuesdays, 7:15pm-8:45pm
  Regan Starr + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Session 2 | October 27 - December 15 (No class November 24) | Tuesdays, 7:15pm-8:45pm
  Regan Starr + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Improv for Adults: Beginner

  Constellation’s Improv for Adults: Beginner* introduces basic improv skills and performance techniques. This fast-paced, highly interactive class will focus on short-form improv and is open to adults with no previous improv experience as well as those continuing to work on mastering the fundamentals. Improv is a magical and collaborative art form that is not only fantastically fun, it boosts creativity, develops storytelling ability, enhances listening and communication skills, and builds confidence and resilience. Students will stretch their imaginations and put their spontaneity to the test in a safe, supportive learning environment.

  *Improv: Beginner is a prerequisite for Improv: Beyond Beginner.

  NOTE: Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  Session 1 | September 9 - October 21 | Wednesdays, 7:15pm-8:45pm
  Regan Starr + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Session 2 | October 28 - December 16 (No class November 25) | Wednesdays, 7:15pm-8:45pm
  Regan Starr + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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  Acting Techniques: A Practical Survey

  Explore the major acting techniques that have shaped modern performance in Constellation’s Acting Techniques: A Practical Survey, a hands-on, process-oriented course designed for adults who want to deepen their understanding of the actor’s craft. Whether you are brand new to acting, returning to the stage after time away, or looking to expand your existing toolkit, this 7-week class offers a practical introduction to several foundational approaches to performance.

  Each week, students will investigate a different acting method through discussion, guided exercises, partner work, and short text-based explorations. From Stanislavski’s “Magic If” to Meisner’s active listening, Stella Adler’s imagination work, Lee Strasberg’s sensory recall, Michael Chekhov’s physical technique, Uta Hagen’s object exercises, and Practical Aesthetics’ action-based scene analysis, this course invites actors to discover what works best for them while building greater truth, specificity, and confidence on stage.

  Through a combination of acting exercises, improvisational exploration, sensory work, physical practice, object work, and short scene study, students will gain practical experience with a wide range of tools used by actors in rehearsal and performance. This class emphasizes curiosity, experimentation, and artistic risk-taking in a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment.

  Rather than focusing on one “right” way to act, Acting Techniques: A Practical Survey encourages students to test-drive different approaches, strengthen their instincts, and leave with a more versatile, adaptable, and confident acting practice.

  Notes:
  - This class may require light outside preparation, including reading short scenes or monologues and practicing exercises between sessions.
  - Attendance is crucial, as each week introduces a different technique and builds toward a broader understanding of the actor’s craft. If you foresee conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  NOTE: Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 14 - October 26 | Mondays, 7:00pm-8:45pm
  Bobby Perez + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $195

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  The Art of Physical Comedy

  Discover the art of being funny without saying a word. Constellation's The Art of Physical Comedy for adults is a playful, hands-on exploration of the essential principles required for great physical comedy: rhythm and timing, precision, stillness, exaggeration, and surprise. Through movement exercises, partner work, ensemble games, clown-inspired techniques, and silent storytelling, students will learn how the body can be used as a full, comic instrument. The class will focus on building confidence, sharpening physical awareness, and developing a personal comedy toolkit that can be applied to stage performance, character work, improvisation, and everyday theatrical play.

  Students will investigate why physical comedy works, how to safely create the illusion of accident or disaster, and how failure, commitment, and vulnerability can become powerful sources of laughter.

  Some acting exposure is recommended, though no previous comedy or movement experience is required—only a willingness to move, to play, and to embrace the joy of looking foolish. This is a physically active course; comfortable clothing and a willingness to spend time on the floor are required.

  NOTE: Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  November 2 - December 14 | Mondays, 7:00pm-8:45pm
  Bobby Perez + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $165

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• Musical Theater

  

  The Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning is proud to partner with Constellation Stage & Screen, who offer an exciting lineup of film, theater, and musical theater programs for youth and adults! Students will work with professional instructors to explore their creative talents in a range of classes hosted throughout the year.

  The Broadway Ensemble: The Human Heart

  Come sing the best of Broadway in this 10-week performance class for adults! In Constellation's The Broadway Ensemble: The Human Heart, students will learn and workshop dynamic repertoire from classic and contemporary Broadway musicals that explore the conditions of the human heart.

  In addition to community-building and making new friends along the way, students will develop skills in stage etiquette, stage presence, musicianship, musicality, and vocal technique as they collaborate to bring musical numbers to life with exciting harmonies and light staging/choreography*. Under the direction of a seasoned, professional coach/teaching artist and musical director, the class will culminate in a final performance that showcases the ensemble with ample opportunities for soloists to shine. The Broadway Ensemble is a prerequisite to join Constellation Singers, Constellations Stage & Screen’s in-house musical theater performance group.

  *Light staging will be tailored to comfort level and/or ability.

  Note: Attendance is crucial. If you foresee multiple conflicts, please consider joining us for a future class.

  Prerequisite: Some singing experience preferred (voice lessons; classes; school/church/community choirs; talent shows; school/community stage productions/concerts/showcases, etc.)

  NOTE: Constellation Stage & Screen programs are not eligible for Ivy Tech Employee Fee Remission. 

  September 17 - November 19 | Thursdays, 7pm-8:30pm
  Debby Jenkins + Constellation Staff | Constellation Studios | $225

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