General Questions
Q: What grades can attend CASTSummer?
A: Students from any school in 5th-8th grade in Fall 2025.
Q: Do I register my child based on their grade this year or next year?
A: Register your child based on their grade in Fall 2025.
Q: Are you having CASTSummer Jr. for grades 3rd-4th grade this year?
A: Unfortunately, due to staffing challenges, we will not be able to offer CASTSummer for students younger than 5th grade in Fall 2025.
Q: Are there scholarships available for CASTSummer?
A: Yes! Email Cory Marshall, CAST Program Manager, or call her at 708.524.7848.
The Camp Day
Q: What do I bring on the first day of camp?
A: Your good attitude, a face mask, your bag lunch, and a water bottle.
Q: What do I wear to camp?
A: Wear loose-fitting and comfortable clothing to keep you cool since we will be moving around a lot, inside and outside. We will be working on a variety of messy art projects that will be used during the production. Wear clothing that can get dirty. You must wear shoes that will stay on your feet and are easy to move in. Flip flops, heels, etc. are not appropriate. Crew members should arrive on the first day dressed for a mess! Crew clothes will not stay clean, that includes shoes and hats.
Q: What if I ride my bike to camp?
A: Bikes can be locked up outside just west of the Washington Street Entrance under the mural. Please bring your own lock.
Q: Can I bring personal items to camp?
A: You will be so busy throughout the entire day there will be no time to use them. Also, we have no safe way to store them for you, so there is a risk you might go home without something valuable or important to you.
Q: What will my costume be?
A: Your costume depends on your part. You will receive a detailed description of your costume during the first week. You will be expected to provide some very basic items. CAST will add pieces that complete the costume.
Q: Do I have to come every day?
A: The entire day is spent teaching you everything you need to know for your performance. You will need all of this time to be ready. If you are late to camp or absent, you will miss valuable time required to learn and perfect the songs and dances. The entire company is counting on you to keep your commitment!
Q: What if I am sick or must miss a day for another commitment?
A: If you are sick, must miss a day or know you will be late, call the CAST Lab (708.524.7848) and let us know as soon as possible so we can plan for your absence.