Opera Camp

Announcing Opera Camp 2023!
July 7–14, 2023
Betty Van Andel Opera Center

This program is for children ages 6–11 (children who have completed grades K–5).
Registration is now FULL.  Please email Austin McWilliams at amcwilliams@operagr.org to be placed on a wait list.


2023 Opera Camp Details

Opera

Bill and Hollis Bokhout facilitate this camp; read more about them HERE.  They are assisted by eight other children’s education specialists who aid your children in building the set, crafting costumes, wearing stage make-up, learning music and choreography, and practicing healthy vocal technique.

Location

Betty Van Andel Opera Center
1320 Fulton St E
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Schedule

  • Friday, July 7, “Casting Day”
    • 8:30–8:50 am drop-off
    • 9:00 am start
    • 3:00 pm pick-up
  • Monday, July 10–Thursday, July 13
    • 8:30–8:50 am drop-off
    • 9:00 am start
    • 3:00 pm pick-up
  • Friday, July 14
    • 8:30–8:50 am drop-off
    • 9:00 am start
    • 12:00 pm lunch (pizza party provided by OGR)
    • 3:00 pm pick-up
    • Rest at home before the performance
    • 6:00 pm drop-off
    • 7:00–8:00 pm performance open to public

Please note that you must provide lunch for your child five of six days of the camp.

This program is offered completely free of charge thanks to the generosity of the Steelcase Foundation.