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SUMMARY:Aspirational Portraiture: Teen Art Camp with Joalida Smit
DESCRIPTION:Join Joalida Smit in her art studio for a week of drawing and painting an aspirational portrait – an image that reflects both your current inspirations and hopes for your future. We will think about ourselves\, who we are\, what we love and what we hope to change. I will take your budding artist through the process of image-making from ideation to final art work\, focusing on the fundamentals of the art process – drawing faces\, color-mixing for skin tones and composition. This art camp is process orientated\, meaning that I work with your teen’s unique style\, helping them to establish their artistic voice within the safety of a vibrant art studio environment. \nThis camp is ideal for middle schoolers aged 10 – 15 with artistic ability who wants to develop their skills to the next level. \n  \n \nJoalida Smit is a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist turned full time artist. Through these fun workshops she brings together her two passions: art and psychology\, assisting teens to think about their full creative selves. This course is open to all teens. LGBTQ friendly. This is not art therapy but using art to tell stories of psychological significance. www.joalidasmit.com
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/indentity-fashion-aspirational-portraiture-teen-art-camp-with-joalida-smit/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Summer Collection Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella
DESCRIPTION:This is the perfect camp to kick off summer break! Your creative sewer will love using the sewing machine everyday to stitch up a variety of projects. \nDuring our Summer Collection camp sewers will make a variety of projects that they can wear throughout summer. We will make a cute tank top\, matching shorts and a reversible bag! \nThis camp will be led by Ciao Bella Sewing. All supplies\, including fabric\, sewing machines\, and sewing notions are provided. \nIt is SEW much fun to sew and create. Students can bring their own sewing machine or use the provided sewing machines. Students should bring a water bottle and healthy snack everyday. New and returning students are welcome! Ages 8 – 15 \nLearning to sew has many benefits: \n\nSewing allows children to explore their creativity and express themselves through fabric\, colors\, and design choices. They can bring their own ideas to life and create unique garments or crafts that reflect their individuality.\nSewing teaches practical skills that they can use throughout life like learning to sew on buttons\, mending garments\, or even creating their own clothing fosters independence and self-sufficiency.\nFollowing patterns\, measuring\, and making precise cuts and stitches develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as well as problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.\nSewing can be a calming and therapeutic activity. The focus and concentration required during sewing can help children relax\, reduce stress\, and improve their overall well-being. It allows them to immerse themselves in a creative process and enjoy a sense of accomplishment when they complete a project.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/summer-collection-sewing-camp-with-ciao-bella/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Writing Standout College Essays
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\nCollege essay season is fast approaching! Not sure how to start your personal statement? Concerned about supplemental essays? No need to struggle or stress! During this fast-paced hour\, you will gain a better understanding of the personal narrative structure and what makes a story stand out. \nYou will come away with specific strategies and solutions guaranteed to help you craft meaningful\, memorable essays. Class includes models\, templates & other handouts. Limited spots are available! Ages: High School \nIf you are unavailable to attend the workshops and want support with the essay writing process\, Alice and her team at Platinum Pen Consulting provide one-on-one coaching. For more information\, contact Alice directly at or call 847.843.6321 \nJoin us for the Ultimate Brainstorming Session on Monday\, June 17! Cost for both classes is $175\n \nAlice Moody is a professional writing coach who has spent the past decade running independent writing workshops\, teaching at the Writer’s Studio (part of University of Chicago’s Graham School) and working individually with hundreds of students and professionals to improve their writing. Originally from St. Louis\, Alice holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Johns Hopkins University and a Master of Arts in Teaching English from the University of Chicago. With her abundant enthusiasm and energy\, she helps students discover their unique voice\, showcase their story\, and enjoy the writing process. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/writing-standout-college-essays-techniques-tools-tips/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Safety Town Majors Camp 5-7 years
DESCRIPTION:This camp is SOLD OUT. Please call 847.234.6060 to be added to the waitlist. \nTWINS/TRIPLETS/SIBLINGS: Only one camp registration per family. Please call Gorton at 847.234.6060 to register multiples (siblings) and twins/triplets. \n\nThis camp is for 5-7 year-olds only. To register for this camp\, your child must be between the ages of 5 and 7 at the time of camp\, with no exceptions.\nNo repeat campers. Gorton Center will review 2023 graduation list and if your camper has attended Majors camp\, you will be contacted and your child withdrawn. This policy allows more opportunities for new campers in the community.\nHave an 8-10-year-old? Sign up for Safety Town Commanders here!\n\nSafety Town is an interactive safety awareness program for children 5-7 years of age. Each day the children will be introduced to various safety issues in a fun and safe environment. The program is taught by certified teachers with hands-on topics led by community guest speakers as well as visits from the Lake Forest Police Department and Lake Forest Fire Department. Teen volunteers lead the children through camp every day and receive valuable training along with obtaining community service hours. Campers learn about pedestrian safety by tricycling about a miniature town complete with streets\, sidewalks\, buildings\, stop signs and a working traffic signal. Importance is placed on having the children memorize a cell phone number to call if they should ever become lost. We use fun songs to reinforce all of these principles and the children memorize our very own Safety Town Pledge! \nSafety Town will be held at Gorton Center from Tuesday\, June 11 through Friday\, June 14 from 1 to 4 pm\, rain or shine. On Friday\, we will have a graduation in our theater. A t-shirt will be provided on the first day of camp for campers to wear throughout the week. We ask that children bring their helmets every day. We will provide the tricycles. \nWhat do Children Learn at Safety Town? Safety Town students learn about a variety of situations and what they should do to remain safe\, including: \n\nPedestrian\, Railroad and Traffic Safety\nBicycle Safety\nWater\, Beach and Playground Safety\nFire Prevention\nPersonal Safety\nPet and Wildlife Safety\nStranger Safety\n\n\nOur Partners: \n\n\n\n\nLake Forest Police Department: LFPD will teach the kids safety awareness and self defense in a fun/interactive way! They’ll creatively cover topics such as gun safety\, bike and skateboard safety\, what to do when you are home alone and cyber safety/online stranger danger.\n\n\n\n\n\nLake Forest Fire Department:  LFFD will teach kids about everything from fireworks safety to first aid\, to even demonstrating a sprinkler system with a real-live fire in the safe confines of their smokehouse. This prompts a discussion about home fire prevention and escape plannning. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nK9 Reading Buddies of the Northshore: K9 Reading Buddies of the Northshore will bring their therapy dogs on site and teach the campers all about pet safety! Topics covered will include what to do if a scary or unknown dog approaches and the do’s and don’ts around dogs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOperation Lifesaver: Operation Lifesaver is a non-profit public safety education and awareness organization dedicated to reducing collisions\, fatalities and injuries at highway-rail crossings and trespassing on or near railroad tracks. Operation Lifesaver will be providing our kids with rail safety education! \n\n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nFoss Swim School Libertyville: Foss will be joining us to teach our kids about all things water safety! \n  \n  \n  \nThere will be a graduation ceremony on the last day of the program. Certificates of Achievement will be given to all who go through the program. All family members are welcome!  Police and fire representatives will be on hand to answer any questions. \nWant to be a Safety Town Sponsor? Contact Ann Wildman 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/safety-town-majors-camp-2024-final/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME\n  \nDNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge!\n  \nDo Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in a cozy room in the Gorton Center\, Lake Forest. It is a monthly storytelling open mic in an enthusiastic\, supportive environment free from pressure\, judgment\, or scoring. No experience is necessary to participate. All are welcome to speak or simply listen. Arrive at 7:15 to sign up for a spot\, and when your name is called\, participants will have up to 7 minutes to tell/read/tap dance any personal story/fiction/essay on proper flossing they’d like. All language and content is acceptable except for hate speech. No cover charge. Beer\, wine and non alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Hosted by Elizabeth Brown and Jasmin Rodriguez \nAbout Your Host \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJasmin Rodriguez is a trained actress with over 9 years of stage\, commercial\, film\, storytelling experience. Most recently she completed commercial’s for Malman Law and Spirit Juice. She has worked in several independent films\, such as “Faithful Disappointment’s”\, Market Value” and the TV true crime series “American Greed”. She completed her training at Second City\, Vagabond\, Sarantos Studios\, Wheaton Drama\, and Gorton Drama Studio. Jasmin is a dedicated actress and hard worker who is constantly looking to improve her talents. She enjoys nature walks by the lake\, bike riding\, yoga and travels to Europe.   \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuzie Garfield expects everyone to have stories (not just a story) to tell. As for her own background: She’s raised her 2 sons to adulthood. She’s programmed computers\, managed business projects\, learned as much as she could about other stuff\, taught as much of it as she could get to interest other people\, and always—always—told the stories about any and all of it. Now\, as a retiree from the conventional workforce\, an empty nester\, a consumer of food\, opera\, theater\, museums\, the visual arts\, and miscellaneous other adventures\, and a perpetual storyteller\, she keeps looking for and finding the next challenge\, the next thing to learn\, do\, and teach\, and the next story. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nAfter teaching studio art and art history in high school and colleges\, Lisa Parr opened and still runs her business internationally restoring Historic Landmark antique carousels\, speaking and writing articles on them and her specialty of original paint. Additional application of her skills is for legal work\, court verifying and identifying carousel figures for insurance\, damage\, and theft for private collectors\, as well as appraisals for museums\, art dealers\, and auctions. In connection with carousel art\, Lisa pursues research in early Celtic design and mythology on site in the upper isles of Scotland. Many early Celtic and pre-Christian designs are reproduced on carousels and carousel animals. Her interest in ancient and contemporary mythology has led her to research mountain storytelling\, initiating more travel and recent storytelling\, herself. Lisa has been telling Highland Park\, Lake Forest\, and several venues in Chicago. For fun\, Lisa also restores antique wood toys and sports cars\, which she drives with vigor and nostalgia.​
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/do-not-submit-lake-forest-6-12-2024/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Susan Werner
DESCRIPTION:If you’re not already\, you will fall in love with Susan Werner\nJoin us for an evening with acclaimed singer-songwriter and humorist Susan Werner  in the intimate John & Nancy Hughes Theater. \nBefore the show\, consider dining at The Gallery or Kuro Bistro\, who are supporting this concert with in-house flyers. Help support our local restaurants! \nOver the course of her twenty-five year career\, Werner has built a reputation as one of the country’s most compelling live performers. Her audience can’t help but sing-along to her amusing and catchy melodies. Formidable on guitar (she began playing at age 5) and piano\, Werner’s songs slide between folk\, jazz\, and pop\, all delivered with sassy wit and classic Midwestern charm.  With her unmistakable contemporary worldview\, reflected in her poetic songwriting\, Werner creates a fresh and unexpected experience for the listener\, culminating in a show you don’t want to end. \nKnown for her engaging and energetic live show\, Susan Werner continues her reign as one of the most bold and creative forces on the acoustic music scene today\, dubbed by NPR as the “Empress of the Unexpected.” \n“(Werner is) a songwriter and musician who is in such complete command of her gifts that it’s almost scary.” -All Music Guide\n“Always an impressive songwriter\, Werner continues to compose sharp\, funny\, compassionate lyrics\, a gift rare enough to set her apart.”-The Washington Post\n“Susan Werner\, a clever songwriter and an engaging performer\, brings literacy and wit back to popular song.” -The New Yorker\n“The classically trained and jazz inspired singer is redefining the genre and winning admirers around the country -Philadelphia Inquirer\n“This woman is great. period.” Music Row Nashville \nThank you to our sponsors\, Bob Scales & Mary Keefe\n  \n       
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/susan-werner/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Art Camp with Periwinkle Art Studio: Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Campers will use watercolor paints and water-soluble materials to create art. They will also build basic drawing skills and explore shading and blending with the addition of color. During the week we’ll work with shape\, line\, form and simple color theory. Ages 7 – 14
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/art-camp-with-periwinkle-art-studio-watercolor/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Art,Camps,Classes,Youth
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SUMMARY:New Media Summer Stories: High School
DESCRIPTION:The New Media Summer Stories Experience is an unique opportunity for High School students to learn the video storytelling process from ideation to on set shooting to editing. The unique challenge is the shooting and editing happens all in 72 hours. The ideation\, writing and pre-production happens over the 10 weeks prior. Students get to collaborate and create together with support from professionals in the field through the High School Media Collective and local alums. Ages 14 – 18 Years \n \nNew Media Summer Stories is in its second year as an opportunity for students to spend dedicated time working collaboratively with peers who love the filmmaking process.  They create a meaningful short film based on the criteria for the All American High School Film Festival’s Complete Experience. Each participant will have a role in Pre-Production\, Production and Post-Production based on interest and experience. Pre-Production will start 10 weeks before the Production start day when the Prompt and rules will be provided and shared with participants. A writing team will be created and a Producer and Director will be selected based on experience and vision for the prompt. Departments will be created for each phase (Pre-Production: Scouting (Locations\, Talent) Writing\, Camera) Production (Camera\, Sound\, Lighting) and Post-Production (Assistant Editor\, Lead Editor\, Sound\, Color Correction).  
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/new-media-summer-stories/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Draw\, Paint & Construct with Lezlie and Carole
DESCRIPTION:Join Lezlie Lenz and Carole Pearlman for a week-long art camp!  Each afternoon students will have an art making extravaganza. Students will start with a free draw project and then go on to look at an artist of the day\, and finish with a draw-a-long.  Each artist will go home with a small portfolio of art each day.  All supplies are included!Ages 1st – 6th (Incoming) \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/draw-paint-construct-with-lezlie-and-carole-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Art,Camps,Classes,Youth
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SUMMARY:College Essays: Ultimate Brainstorming Workshop
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\nEveryone has a story! Not sure of yours? Join us to tap into stories you didn’t know you had! Through fun games and thought-provoking prompts\, explore who you are\, gain useful insights\, and discover your strengths and values. Leave inspired and ready to write! Limited spots available. Ages: High School. \nIf you are unavailable to attend the workshops and want support with the essay writing process\, Alice and her team at Platinum Pen Consulting provide one-on-one coaching. For more information\, contact Alice directly at or call 847.843.6321 \nJoin us for Writing Standout College Essays on Monday\, June 19! Cost for both classes is $175 \nAlice Moody is a professional writing coach who has spent the past decade running independent writing workshops\, teaching at the Writer’s Studio (part of University of Chicago’s Graham School) and working individually with hundreds of students and professionals to improve their writing. Originally from St. Louis\, Alice holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Johns Hopkins University and a Master of Arts in Teaching English from the University of Chicago. With her abundant enthusiasm and energy\, she helps students discover their unique voice\, showcase their story\, and enjoy the writing process. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/college-essays-ultimate-brainstorming-workshop/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Classes,Specialty,Youth
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SUMMARY:Gold & Silver Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an all-day gold & silver Roadshow buying event with returning\, trusted gold & silver buyer\, David Kaz of DMK Metal. David will be onsite to evaluate and buy any items you wish to sell. \nHOW TO BOOK YOUR PRIVATE 30-MINUTE APPOINTMENT WITH DAVID KAZ: Simply scan the QR code on the flier or you can contact David directly by phone\, 847-508-0224\, or email\, david@nulldmk-metal.com to schedule your appointment.  https://calendly.com/dmkmetal/gortongold.\nWalk-ins accepted also.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gold-silver-evaluation-buying-event/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Nagel Room\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental Events
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SUMMARY:A Brothers Revival
DESCRIPTION:A Brothers Revival\, a tribute to The Allman Brothers Band\, features former Allman Brothers Band member\, David “Rook” Goldflies\, Kris Anderson\, former 17 year lead guitarist of The Outlaws and lead singer in Dickey Betts Great Southern\, Mike Kach. The band was formed in 2019 in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of The Allman Brothers Band. In adding Chris Anderson\, former member of The Outlaws for 16 years\, they created a Super Group of Southern Rock Legends to deliver fans the most authentic tribute to the Allman Brothers Band. They perform all of the fans favorites in their original format. Join us in the John & Nancy Hughes Theater for this Southern Rock concert with some of the band’s original greats! \n\nFood vendors: Mamma Mia Pizza and La Plancha Taco\n\n  \nDickey Betts and David “Rook” Goldflies
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/a-brothers-revival/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240623T190000
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SUMMARY:Zach Bryan / Morgan Wallen Tribute Concert
DESCRIPTION:Gorton Center welcomes ICONS Entertainment’s Adam Lee and Jason McNabb in an outdoor Barn Burner Tribute concert to country music superstars Zach Bryan & Morgan Wallen! \n“ICONS – Something in the Smokeshow” has been described as the nation’s #1 tribute to Country Music’s fastest growing superstar\,  Zach Bryan. The show is hosted by the original ICONS front-man\, Adam Lee\, who is surrounded by an all-star cast of talented musicians. All sharing the goal of bringing this ICONIC superstar’s best music to life in this high energy\, big production event. Strap your boots on and get ready to sing along to hits like “Oklahoma Smokeshow\,” “Something in the Orange” and many more! And as always\, expect a surprise or two to keep every concert-goer on their toes! \n“ICONS – Wasted on Wallen\, the Hits of Today’s Most ICONIC Superstar\, Morgan Wallen” – a concert event like no other\, and a party you won’t soon forget! Come sing along to all of the ICONIC hits (released and unreleased) of  Morgan Wallen. Featuring Jason McNabb on lead vocals and an all-star cast of incredible musicians. Expect a high energy concert that will be sure to keep you on your feet. You’ll be sure to hear ICONIC songs like “Cover Me Up” and “Last Night” as well as some of Morgan’s most popular unreleased songs…AND\, maybe even a collaboration or two! \n\nLake Bluff Brewery will be on site selling craft brews!\nFood Vendors include BBQ’d Productions\, Happy Lobster\n\nCheck out www.icons-entertainment.com  for all you need to know about this very exciting event!” \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/zach-bryan-morgan-wallen-tribute-concert/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Live Music,Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T120000
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SUMMARY:Aspirational Portraiture: Teen Art Camp with Joalida Smit
DESCRIPTION:Join Joalida Smit in her art studio for a week of drawing and painting an aspirational portrait – an image that reflects both your current inspirations and hopes for your future. We will think about ourselves\, who we are\, what we love and what we hope to change. I will take your budding artist through the process of image-making from ideation to final art work\, focusing on the fundamentals of the art process – drawing faces\, color-mixing for skin tones and composition. This art camp is process orientated\, meaning that I work with your teen’s unique style\, helping them to establish their artistic voice within the safety of a vibrant art studio environment. \nThis camp is ideal for middle schoolers aged 10 – 15 with artistic ability who wants to develop their skills to the next level. \n  \n \nJoalida Smit is a Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist turned full time artist. Through these fun workshops she brings together her two passions: art and psychology\, assisting teens to think about their full creative selves. This course is open to all teens. LGBTQ friendly. This is not art therapy but using art to tell stories of psychological significance. www.joalidasmit.com
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/identity-fashion-aspirational-portraiture-teen-art-camp-with-joalida-smit/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Art,Camps,Classes,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T150011Z
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SUMMARY:World Travelers Camp
DESCRIPTION:THIS CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR RESCHEDULED DATES AND FALL PROGRAMMING!\nBecoming an artist and scientist in a global community. \nStudents grab your passports\, it’s time to set sail on a global STEM adventure! We will be jet-setting off to Europe from the comfort of the Gorton Center in Lake Forest with our Travel Coordinator Ms Riley Anderson\, Fine Arts teacher Ms.Elizabeth Young and our Mad Scientist Mr Oliver Sala\, as we collect a passport stamp each day from a different country. \nGet ready to take a ride on the tube in London and meet Banksy then backpack through Europe where we can learn all about Geography. Whether we are exploring the Guilds or 17th century art Dutch artist\, Johannes Vermeer\, or rooming through Italy with Amedeo Modigliani and Leonardo da Vinci the fun never ends! \nWe will be traveling through Germany in our very own time machine where we meet Albert Einstein and Hans Hoffman where we will learn all about the theory of relativity and Abstract expressionism\, Modern art. Then off to take the Orient Express where we will spend the remainder of our time in France with the Post-Impressionist. Ages 5 – 12. \nExtended care is available from 8am – 5pm! (Additional $175)\nElizabeth Young is an Artist\, a long-standing Fine Arts Teacher and a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago. Her passion is creating thoughtful programming for all ages that focuses on Artists and or scientists from and throughout history and all around the globe. The “World Travelers” program provides a beautiful enriching opportunity for students to “travel” and express themselves with hands-on learning through STEM.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/world-travelers-camp/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Art,Camps,Classes,Music,Specialty,STEM,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T120000
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SUMMARY:4th of July Sewing Camp with Ciao Bella
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 4th of July in STYLE! Your sewer will love using the sewing machine everyday to stitch up a\nvariety of 4th of July themed outfits and accessories! \nAll fabric used during this fun five day camp will be 4th of July themed. We will make a cute dress\, shorts and a blanket for the fireworks. This camp will be led by Ciao Bella Sewing. All supplies\, including fabric\, sewing machines\, and sewing notions are provided. It is SEW much fun to sew and create. Students can bring their own sewing machine or use the provided sewing machines. Students should bring a water bottle and healthy snack everyday. *New and returning students are welcome! Ages 7 – 15
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/4th-of-july-sewing-camp-with-ciao-bella/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Camps,Classes,Sewing,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T153000
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SUMMARY:Draw\, Paint & Construct with Lezlie and Carole
DESCRIPTION:Join Lezlie Lenz and Carole Pearlman for a week-long art camp!  Each afternoon students will have an art making extravaganza. Students will start with a free draw project and then go on to look at an artist of the day\, and finish with a draw-a-long.  Each artist will go home with a small portfolio of art each day.  All supplies are included! Ages 1st – 6th (Incoming)
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/draw-paint-construct-with-lezlie-and-carole-4/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Art,Camps,Classes,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T154323Z
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SUMMARY:Spring & Summer Wine Tasting Series: The Nature of Wine & Food Harmonies
DESCRIPTION:Experience the exceptional wine tasting journey offered by Boisset Collection\, a globally acclaimed family-owned wine company. Delight in exploring wines from sustainable vineyards across iconic French and Californian wine regions\, many rated 90 points or higher. Discover the essence of wine & food harmonies as we\nexplore how fine wines elevate dining experiences while tasting various styles side by side. Be guided through a diverse range of flavors\, enhancing pairing and wine profiles.\nJoin us for Part 3 of our ‘Spring & Summer Wine Tasting Series\,’ taking place from April to June 2024 at the Gorton Center. Designed for wine enthusiasts of all levels\, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Attendance at Parts 1 or 2 is not required.\nClass includes: Guided experience\, materials\, & light pairing bites
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/spring-summer-wine-tasting-series-the-nature-of-wine-food-harmonies/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Cooking,Specialty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T184849Z
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SUMMARY:Gentle Flow Yoga with Areta
DESCRIPTION:This gentle flow class is warm and light\, ideal for anyone wanting a slower-paced class.  We move to create flexibility and sustain our range of motion through supportive passive openings and longer holds and props.  This class is for any age\, body type\, and level of experience. As you progress\, you will learn how to incorporate breath connection and meditation techniques into your practice.  Please bring a mat and a water bottle. \nTaking a yoga class can offer a variety of physical\, mental\, and emotional benefits including improving cardiovascular health\, reducing stress and tension and leaving you feeling more energized and revitalized. \nAreta has been teaching yoga in Lake Forest and in yoga studios along the North Shore for 10 years and is E-RYT 500 Certified.  Areta’s passion is bringing yoga to Every BODY and has additional certifications in Meditation\, Adaptive Yoga for Disabilities\, Senior Yoga\, Love Your Brain for traumatic brain injury\, Yoga for Eating Disorder Recovery\, Yin Yoga\, and Yoga for 12 Step Recovery.  Areta teaches yoga to inspire and empower physical well-being\, spiritual balance\, and awakening for everyday life.  She is a long-time resident of Lake Forest and a disability advocate and volunteer yoga coach for the Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association (GLASA).
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/gentle-flow-yoga-with-areta-9/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T153636Z
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SUMMARY:Instagram for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE DATES!\nJoin Mogran Adams\, Executive Director of  Deep Path Art League\, for a deep dive into Instagram. This workshop is geared towards first time users\, beginners\, or anyone who’s ever wanted to use Instagram but wasn’t sure how to get started! Morgan will walk users through the sign-up process\, offer tips\, and provide resources to help you connect with confidence. \nMorgan Adams is a wildlife artist and Lake Bluff native\, active with Artists on the Bluff and the Deer Path Art League. To learn more about Morgan Adams and her art\, please visit her website at: Morgan Adams Online 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/instagram-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes,Specialty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T170000
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SUMMARY:The Super Mario Bros. Movie
DESCRIPTION:A plumber named Mario travels through an underground labyrinth with his brother Luigi\, trying to save a captured princess. \nDirectors: Aaron Horvath\, Michael Jelenic\, Pierre Leduc \nStars: Chris Pratt\, Anya Taylor-Joy\, Charlie Day \nIt’s 50 cent movies all summer at Gorton\, thanks to Northern Trust Bank! Options to purchase:\n– buy two tickets for $1 online using the link on this page\n– pay cash at the door \nWe look forward to seeing you at the movies this summer!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-super-mario-bros-movie-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T210000
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CREATED:20240411T172513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T195429Z
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SUMMARY:Yesterday
DESCRIPTION:A struggling musician realizes he’s the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where they never existed. \nDirector: Danny Boyle \nStars: Himesh Patel\, Lily James\, Sophia Di Martino \nIt’s 50 cent movies all summer at Gorton\, thanks to Northern Trust Bank! Options to purchase:\n– buy two tickets for $1 online using the link on this page\n– pay cash at the door \nWe look forward to seeing you at the movies this summer!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/yesterday/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T123333
CREATED:20240411T173557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T195658Z
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SUMMARY:Are You There God? It's me Margaret!
DESCRIPTION:When her family moves from the city to the suburbs\, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends\, feelings\, and the beginning of adolescence. \nDirector: Kelly Fremon Craig \nStars: Abby Ryder Fortson\, Rachel McAdams\, Kathy Bates \nIt’s 50 cent movies all summer at Gorton\, thanks to Northern Trust Bank! Options to purchase:\n– buy two tickets for $1 online using the link on this page\n– pay cash at the door \nWe look forward to seeing you at the movies this summer!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/are-you-there-god-its-me-margaret/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T123333
CREATED:20231027T202650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T200145Z
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SUMMARY:Mr. V's Musical Theater Camp
DESCRIPTION:Step into the limelight at Mr. V’s Musical Theater Camp! Guided by the renowned children’s music educator and composer Bill Vaananen\, alongside Madison Kisst\, an experienced instructor and director at Gorton Drama Studio\, this camp offers an exceptional journey. Every camper secures a role in Mr. V’s original production “Dogs Days – A Howling Musical For Kids Celebrating Man’s Best Friend!” Whether you’re a novice or a theater aficionado\, there’s a place for all. Days are brimming with rehearsals\, musical theater lessons\, prop making\, and scenery crafting. The grand finale? A dazzling performance of “Dog Days” at Gorton’s state-of-the-art 309-seat theater\, The John and Nancy Hughes Theater. Don’t let this chance to shine with Mr. V\, Madison and Gorton Drama Studio pass you by! Grades 1st-3rd  (kids going into 1st grade\, 2nd\, and 3rd grades in the fall) \nDog Days – A Howling Musical For Kids Celebrating Man’s Best Friend\, Written and directed by Bill Vaananen\, Mr. V. \nCheck out footage from Mr. V’s class this spring. \nCamp runs from July 8th – July 11\, 9am to 3pm\nPlus Friday the 12th – full day camp with a performance at 1 p.m. \nCostumes are provided by Gorton Drama Studio. \n \nBill Vaananen is an award-winning music educator and composer who has taught and directed elementary-aged students for over 45 years. Originally from Oklahoma\, “Mr. V.” was general music teacher at Wescott School in Northbrook for 37 years. He has written hundreds of songs and dozens of original theater works that have been performed across Chicago’s northern suburbs. Recipient of the Golden Apple Award\, IEA Human Rights Award\, National-Louis Distinguished Alumni Award for Social Justice\, and Star of Teaching Award for the State of Illinois\, Vaananen continues to perform classes and presentations for children\, weaving his original music into inspiring lessons on Nature\, history\, culture\, and adventure. \n  \n\nInstructor Madison Kisst: Madison is an actor\, director and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Masters of Fine Arts in Performance. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nAbout Our Artistic Director: Jeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mrvsmusicaltheatercamp/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Age,Camps,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240708T150000
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SUMMARY:RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:Please note\, pre-registration is mandatory and only takes a few minutes – please click the link. \nIf you want to donate blood\, make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink an extra 16 oz. of water and fluids before the donation. \nAlso\, bring a photo ID\, your blood donor card\, or two other forms of ID. You can save up to 15 minutes when you donate blood by using RapidPass! Visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass for more information (note: RapidPass can only be completed on the day of your donation). \nGorton thanks you for donating blood and helping to save lives!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/red-cross-blood-drive-2-jun24/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T211500
DTSTAMP:20260405T123333
CREATED:20240501T192309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T193651Z
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SUMMARY:Do Not Submit-Lake Forest
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling Open Mic-WALK-INS WELCOME\n  \nDNS takes place the second Wednesday of every month. No Cover Charge!\n  \nDo Not Submit Lake Forest takes place in a cozy room in the Gorton Center\, Lake Forest. It is a monthly storytelling open mic in an enthusiastic\, supportive environment free from pressure\, judgment\, or scoring. No experience is necessary to participate. All are welcome to speak or simply listen. Arrive at 7:15 to sign up for a spot\, and when your name is called\, participants will have up to 7 minutes to tell/read/tap dance any personal story/fiction/essay on proper flossing they’d like. All language and content is acceptable except for hate speech. No cover charge. Beer\, wine and non alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Hosted by Elizabeth Brown and Jasmin Rodriguez \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Your Host\n\n\n\n\n\n \nJasmin Rodriguez is a trained actress with over 9 years of stage\, commercial\, film\, storytelling experience. Most recently she completed commercial’s for Malman Law and Spirit Juice. She has worked  in several independent films\, such as “Faithful Disappointment’s”\, Market Value” and the TV true crime series “American Greed”. She completed her training at Second City\, Vagabond\, Sarantos Studios\, Wheaton Drama\, and Gorton Drama Studio. Jasmin is a dedicated actress and hard worker who is constantly looking to improve her talents. She enjoys nature walks by the lake\, bike riding\, yoga and travels to Europe.   \n \nSuzie Garfield expects everyone to have stories (not just a story) to tell. As for her own background: She’s raised her 2 sons to adulthood. She’s programmed computers\, managed business projects\, learned as much as she could about other stuff\, taught as much of it as she could get to interest other people\, and always—always—told the stories about any and all of it. Now\, as a retiree from the conventional workforce\, an empty nester\, a consumer of food\, opera\, theater\, museums\, the visual arts\, and miscellaneous other adventures\, and a perpetual storyteller\, she keeps looking for and finding the next challenge\, the next thing to learn\, do\, and teach\, and the next story. \n\n  \n\n\nAfter teaching studio art and art history in high school and colleges\, Lisa Parr opened and still runs her business internationally restoring Historic Landmark antique carousels\, speaking and writing articles on them and her specialty of original paint. Additional application of her skills is for legal work\, court verifying and identifying carousel figures for insurance\, damage\, and theft for private collectors\, as well as appraisals for museums\, art dealers\, and auctions. In connection with carousel art\, Lisa pursues research in early Celtic design and mythology on site in the upper isles of Scotland. Many early Celtic and pre-Christian designs are reproduced on carousels and carousel animals. Her interest in ancient and contemporary mythology has led her to research mountain storytelling\, initiating more travel and recent storytelling\, herself. Lisa has been telling Highland Park\, Lake Forest\, and several venues in Chicago. For fun\, Lisa also restores antique wood toys and sports cars\, which she drives with vigor and nostalgia.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/do-not-submit-lake-forest-8/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Dirty Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Spending the summer at a Catskills resort with her family\, Frances “Baby” Houseman falls in love with the camp’s dance instructor\, Johnny Castle. \nDirector: Emile Ardolino \nStars: Patrick Swayze\, Jennifer Grey\, Jerry Orbach \nIt’s 50 cent movies all summer at Gorton\, thanks to Northern Trust Bank! Options to purchase:\n– buy two tickets for $1 online using the link on this page\n– pay cash at the door \nWe look forward to seeing you at the movies this summer!
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/dirty-dancing/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classics,Film
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SUMMARY:Dogs Days – A Howling Musical Performance For Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the grand finale of Mr. V’s Musical Theater Camp\, where our talented young performers will take the stage at Gorton’s state-of-the-art John and Nancy Hughes Theater. After a week of immersive rehearsals\, musical theater lessons\, and creative prop and scenery crafting\, our campers are ready to dazzle you with an original production. “Dogs Days – A Howling Musical For Kids Celebrating Man’s Best Friend!” is an enchanting musical written and directed by the esteemed children’s music educator and composer\, Bill Vaananen\, also known as Mr. V. This heartwarming show celebrates the bond between kids and their canine companions through captivating songs\, energetic dance routines\, and delightful storytelling. Suitable for audiences of all ages\, “Dogs Days – A Howling Musical For Kids Celebrating Man’s Best Friend!” promises to leave you with a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Don’t miss this special performance that marks the culmination of an exciting week at Mr. V’s Musical Theater Camp! \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/dogs-days-a-howling-musical-for-kids-celebrating-mans-best-friend/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Family & Kids,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Aaron Weber Co-host of "Nateland"
DESCRIPTION:Aaron Weber is a standup comedian based in Nashville\, and is the co-host of Nate Bergatze’s Nateland.  a regular performer at the world famous Grand Ole Opry. He made his debut in 2019 at the age of twenty-eight\, making him the youngest standup comedian ever to step into the Opry circle. Later that year\, he made his television debut on the Opry’s Circle Network\, hosting two episodes of Stand Up Nashville. You can catch Aaron on The Nateland Podcast with Nate Bargatze and Brian Bates\, on which the three Nashville-based comedians tackle important world issues like animals\, calendars\, and Rhode Island. Weber headlines comedy clubs across the country\, and was named a New Face” in 2021 at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/aaron-weber/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Events,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:"Queen: We Will Rock You" Summer Musical Theater Camp
DESCRIPTION:Embark on an unforgettable journey with our “Queen: We Will Rock You” Summer Musical Theater Camp\, where the legendary music of Queen becomes the soundtrack to your theatrical adventure. Audition for iconic roles and immerse yourself in the exhilarating script\, preparing to bring the energy and magic of Queen’s music to life on stage. \nGuided by the expertise of Jeremy Kruse\, the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook\,” and under the direction of Madison Kisst\, renowned for her success with “The Wizard of Oz\,” this camp is designed for both seasoned performers and those taking their first steps into the world of acting. Whether you’re a veteran actor or a novice\, you’ll find a welcoming and supportive environment to nurture your talents. \nCamp consists of acting\, singing\, dancing\, and audition classes. Basic and advanced principles of acting\, singing and dance are introduced and explored. All students will audition for and be cast in “Queen: We Will Rock You” that will be rehearsed for the remainder of camp and performed five times at the end of camp in The John and Nancy Hughes Theater. After the last performance\, there will be a cast party! This is a great opportunity for seasoned actors and first-timers. \nEnroll now for a summer filled with the enchantment of Queen’s music and the electrifying thrill of live theater. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this unique and exhilarating musical journey that promises to be a highlight of your summer! \nAges 7-14 \nCheck out footage from last year’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.” \nDates: \n\nWeek 1 – July 15 – July 19 \n\n9am to 3pm\n\n\nWeek 2 – July 22 – July 26 \n\n9am to 3pm\n\n\nWeek 3 – July 29 – August 2 \n\n9am to 3pm\n\n\nNo camp August 5 \nWeek 4 – August 6\, 7 & 8\n\n11am\, 12:30am\, 11am (respectively) performances for other local camps and groups. \n\n\nWeek 4 – August 9 and 10 \n\n6pm performance and 1pm performance for the general public. \n\n\n\nAbout Our Artistic Director:\n \nJeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com  \n \nDirector\, Madison Kisst is an actor\, director\, and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. As an actor\, some of her credits include: American Repertory Theater\, Lyric Repertory Company\, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville\, Utah Shakespeare Festival\, Idaho Shakespeare Festival\, Nevada Conservatory Theater\, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/queen-we-will-rock-you-summer-musical-theater-camp/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Camps,Camps,Classes,Gorton Drama Studio,Youth
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