Lifeline Theatre in Chicago
Discover new worlds at Lifeline Theatre’s Drama Camps! Children explore their imaginations and hone their natural performing abilities while gaining sound theatre training in a fun-filled atmosphere. Our camps not only teach kids how to embody characters and act out stories, they also help them to gain confidence, express themselves, and work patiently and respectfully with each other. Join us at Lifeline Theatre this summer as we work together to build magical worlds unlike our own as creatures and bugs of the forest. Construct creative characters, build forts, imagine new worlds, and go on theatrical adventures with new friends!
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Learn more about our 15% sibling discount by contacting our Box Office at info@lifelinetheatre.com or calling (773)-761-4477.
Summer Camps 2025 FAQs
Learn more about scholarships and apply by contacting Education Director, Merissa Stewart, at
merissa@lifelinetheatre.com.
Ensemble Building through Play (6-8 year old Campers)
Mini Bug and Creature Brigades
Two 1-week sessions
July 14-18. 2025 & July 28-August 1, 2025
9:00am – 3:00pm, Mon-Fri
$450 per child per session
Mini Bug Brigade and Mini Creature Brigade campers (ages 6-8) will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to explore characters and themes from Du Iz Tak? By Carson Ellis for Session 1 and The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert for Session 2. They will play drama games, learn about theatrical design, and work together as an ensemble to adapt their own scenes and moments from their book. Mini Brigade campers will join the older campers for a final sharing on the last Friday of camp.
Session 1 (Mini Bug Brigade): July 14 – 18 (exploring and performing in Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis)
SOLD OUT!
Session 2 (Mini Creature Brigade): July 28 -August 1 (exploring and performing in The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert)
REGISTER FOR MINI CREATURE BRIGADE
Creative Drama and Play (8-10 year old Campers)
Bug and Creature Brigades
Two 2-week sessions
July 7-18, 2025 & July 21-August 1, 2025
9:00am – 3:00pm, Mon-Fri
$800 per child per session
Bug Brigade and Creature Brigade campers (ages 8-10) will use their creative drama tools of body, voice, and imagination to explore characters and themes from Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis (Session A) and The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert (Session B). Working together as an ensemble, they will adapt their book into a short performance piece. Campers will learn about the different jobs in the theater, including set, prop, and costume design, which will be featured in their sharing. Each two-week session culminates in a final sharing on the last Friday of camp.
Session A (Bug Brigade): July 7 – 18 (adapting and performing in Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis)
REGISTER FOR BUG BRIGADE
Session B (Creature Brigade): July 21 – August 1 (adapting and performing in The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert)
REGISTER FOR CREATURE BRIGADE
If two weeks is TWO big of a commitment, we’d love for you to join us for ONE week! Choose which week and sign up now!
Which week is best for your child?
Week 1 – ENSEMBLE BUILDING & ADAPTING A PLAY
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Learn more about our 15% sibling discount by contacting our Box Office at info@lifelinetheatre.com or calling (773)-761-4477.
Summer Camps 2025 FAQs
Learn more about scholarships and apply by contacting Education Director, Merissa Stewart, at
merissa@lifelinetheatre.com.
Ensemble Building through Play (6-8 year old Campers)
Mini Bug and Creature Brigades
Two 1-week sessions
July 14-18. 2025 & July 28-August 1, 2025
9:00am – 3:00pm, Mon-Fri
$450 per child per session
Mini Bug Brigade and Mini Creature Brigade campers (ages 6-8) will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to explore characters and themes from Du Iz Tak? By Carson Ellis for Session 1 and The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert for Session 2. They will play drama games, learn about theatrical design, and work together as an ensemble to adapt their own scenes and moments from their book. Mini Brigade campers will join the older campers for a final sharing on the last Friday of camp.
Session 1 (Mini Bug Brigade): July 14 – 18 (exploring and performing in Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis)
SOLD OUT!
Session 2 (Mini Creature Brigade): July 28 -August 1 (exploring and performing in The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert)
REGISTER FOR MINI CREATURE BRIGADE
Creative Drama and Play (8-10 year old Campers)
Bug and Creature Brigades
Two 2-week sessions
July 7-18, 2025 & July 21-August 1, 2025
9:00am – 3:00pm, Mon-Fri
$800 per child per session
Bug Brigade and Creature Brigade campers (ages 8-10) will use their creative drama tools of body, voice, and imagination to explore characters and themes from Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis (Session A) and The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert (Session B). Working together as an ensemble, they will adapt their book into a short performance piece. Campers will learn about the different jobs in the theater, including set, prop, and costume design, which will be featured in their sharing. Each two-week session culminates in a final sharing on the last Friday of camp.
Session A (Bug Brigade): July 7 – 18 (adapting and performing in Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis)
REGISTER FOR BUG BRIGADE
Session B (Creature Brigade): July 21 – August 1 (adapting and performing in The Perfect Plan by Leah Gilbert)
REGISTER FOR CREATURE BRIGADE
If two weeks is TWO big of a commitment, we’d love for you to join us for ONE week! Choose which week and sign up now!
Which week is best for your child?
Week 1 – ENSEMBLE BUILDING & ADAPTING A PLAY
Frequently Asked Questions About Lifeline Theatre
Where is Lifeline Theatre located?
Lifeline Theatre is located at 6912 N Glenwood Ave, , Chicago, IL, 60626.
What age ranges does Lifeline Theatre serve?
Lifeline Theatre serves youth aged 3 to 13 years old.
What is the tuition cost for programs at Lifeline Theatre?
The tuition cost for programs at Lifeline Theatre is $450-$800.
When does the next session begin at Lifeline Theatre?
The next session at Lifeline Theatre begins July 7, 2025.
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