TADA! Classes & Camps FAQs/Policies
FAQs:
Q: Are there any days where class is not held due to a holiday or school break?
A: Fall 2011 classes will not be held on the follwoing days: 10/8, 10/10, 11/8, 11/26
Winter 2012 classes will not be held on the following days: 1/16, 2/18, 2/20, 2/21
Q: What is the best way to contact the Education Department at TADA!?
A: Parents/caregivers can email education@tadatheater.com or call 212-252-1619, x4. If we are not available to take an incoming call, a voice message can be left on x4 and Education staff will return a call as soon as possible. In case of emergency (when Education staff are not immediately available), parents/caregivers can call TADA!'s emergency line at x9.
Q: What does my child need to bring with them?
A: Children should wear comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes for movement. For week-long camps, students should bring a non-refrigerated, peanut-free bagged lunch and a full bottle of water each day.
Q: I would love to get a feel for your classes/camps. Do you have sample sessions available?
A: For Fall and Winter Semester-long classes, drop-ins are allowed for the first 2 classes at a daily rate of $25/ class. Registration will be closed after the third session for all classes except our T.O.T.S. class.
There are no drop-ins and/or observations permitted for Summer Camps, however, please feel free to e-mail us at education@tadatheater.com to arrange for a brief visit to see the space and get more information in person!
Additionally, if you want a glimpse into what's involved in TADA! classes/camps, you can:
CLICK HERE for a photo slideshow
CLICK HERE for a video clip of a warm-up exercise
CLICK HERE for a video clip of a sharing
Q: What's a "Sharing?"
A: A sharing is the final product of all your kids' fun and learning! Each TADA! class and camp culminates in an original mini-musical or short performance on the last day of class/camp that shares what the kids have learned and created throughout their time with us, with an emphasis placed on our process rather than "product". It is designed to be short in length, low-pressure, upbeat, and most of all, Fun! A maximum of 2-3 friends and family are invited to watch (Note: Space can be limited depending on the size of the class).
Q: Do you have classes for infants and toddlers?
A: While we don't offer classes for infants, TADA! offers a special "caregiver and me" class called Theater On Their Scale (T.O.T.S.) for 2 and 3 year olds. You and your little one can groove together in class that encourages language and coordination through musical movement, cooperative play, and creative exploration for your toddler and you!
Q: What are the major differences between classes and camps?
A: Classes are held "semester" style, with one 60 or 90-minute class per week on a given day and time. Classes are available to toddlers through 8th graders. Camps are structured as week-long programs wherein campers create their own mini-musical to be performed on the final day of camp. Camp days run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for consecutive weekdays, and are held during school vacations and over the summer.
Q: Do you offer a full-day camp option? What is included in it?
A: Yes! We also offer an extended day option for Summer Camps and the School Break camps in February and April, which includes additional activities through 5:30 p.m. on camp days - perfect for working parents or kids who just want to get more out of their TADA! experience! Afternoon Adventures runs Monday-Thursday and includes time for snacks and activities ranging from arts & crafts, to prop design, to theater games. Children may enroll in the full afternoon adventure for their camp or on a day by day basis. Call the education department at 212-252-1619 x4 to enroll.
Q: Do you offer summer programming for younger children?
A: NEW this summer, TADA! will be offering a Mini-Camp for students in Pre-K and Kindergarten. Join us for an exciting new 2-week, half-day program from 9:30AM - 12PM. July 9th-20th, 2012 & August 6th-17th, 2012.
Q: It seems like TADA! has several different locations where classes and camps are held. Are those classes different?
A. Classes only differ in curriculum depending on kids' ages.
Q: Do you offer sibling discounts?
A: Yes, we offer a $15 discount to each sibling who registers for a TADA! class.
Q: Who teaches the classes and camps?
A: Highly-trained, professional Teaching Artists who will provide a structured and supportive environment where ensemble methods are taught to encourage kids' interests, cooperation, creativity, and talents.
Q: My child has food allergies/needs medication during the day/other concerns. How do you handle them?
A: We ask that each family who registers a child for a TADA! class complete a medical form, which includes medical information (such as food allergies/needs medication) and emergency contact information. While we are not a nut-free facility, TADA! promotes a no nut policy asking families to leave peanuts and peanut butter at home. Additionally, if a child has a food allergy or medical condition that requires special attention and medication, caregivers are asked to bring to the first day of class or camp: a zip lock bag with the childs name printed clearly on it with needed medication (e.g., Epi-Pen, Benedryl, inhaler) inside; clear instructions for administration of medicine; and a note detailing the type of allergy, severity of allergy, parent contact information, and Doctor contact information.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: All cancellation requests must be sent in writing to education@tadatheater.com Semester-Long Classes: Students withdrawing from a semester-long class must cancel at least 72 hours before the start of the first class to receive a full refund (minus a $50 processing fee). No refunds will be given after the start of the first class, regardless of attendance. Week-long Camps: Students withdrawing from week-long camps must cancel no later than one week prior to the start date to receive a full refund (minus a $75 processing fee). No refunds will be given after the start of the first day of camp, regardless of attendance. Afternoon Adventures: Students withdrawing from the Afternoon Adventures Extended day program must cancel no later than one week prior to the start date to receive a full refund (minus a $50 processing fee). No refunds will be given after the start of the first day of camp.
Q: What should I do if my child cannot attend a class?
A: Please let the education department know ahead of time so we can prepare for absences by calling 212-252-1619 x4.
Q: Can I registered after the first class?
A: Registration is open for the first 2 classes of the semester and will close no later than class #3.
Q: Can we try out a class before registering in full?
A: Yes. We allow kids to drop-in to the first 1-2 classes of a semester at a cost of $25 per drop-in. There are no drop-in classes during summer camps.
Q: Can I sit in the class and watch?
A: TADA! maintains a closed class policy. Closed class time allows participants to focus without interruption making the class environment conducive to a highly creative, educational, and cooperative experience.
Q: I would like to report a TADA! camp as childcare on my taxes. What is your TAX-ID number?
A: It's 13-3311294.
TADA! Registration Policies:
Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis for all programs. Full payment is required upon registration in order to reserve a space in the program. Payments made using a Credit Card will incur a $5 processing fee. All cancellation requests must be sent in writing to education@tadatheater.com. Students withdrawing from a semester-long class must cancel at least 72 hours prior to the start date to receive a full refund (minus a $50 processing fee). Students withdrawing from a semester-long class less than 72 hours prior to the start date will receive a 50% refund. Students withdrawing from a week-long camp must cancel at least one week prior to the start date to receive a full refund (minus a $75 processing fee). Students withdrawing from a week-long camp less than one week prior to the start date will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be granted after the start of the program, regardless of attendance. TADA! reserves the right to cancel any program that does not meet enrollment requirements.
TADA! Youth Theater has a zero tolerance policy for any child or parent behavior that threatens the welfare of the children involved in our organization. While TADA! staff will try to work with any family to determine a fair resolution, we reserve the right to take disciplinary actions, which could include expulsion from TADA! programs without warning or refund, against any adult or children engaging in actions deemed inappropriate by TADA! staff.