A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!MUSICAL 2024 ONCE UPON A MATTRESS In this hilarious tweaking of the fairy tale, The Princess and the Pea, Queen Aggravain has ruled that none may marry until her son, Prince Dauntless marries. However, she has managed to sabotage every princess that come along . . . until Princess Winnifred. The musical was made famous by Carol Burnett. Public performance July 13 & 14 (Saturday & Sunday @ 2:00 pm)
MEETS 4 WEEKS Starts the Monday after Father's Day. Adults - please stay for the first 15/20 minutes for basic camp info on the first day. WEEK 1: Mo 6/17 through Th 6/20 (Tu 6/18 - audition for parts) WEEK 2: Mo 6/24 through Fr 6/28 WEEK 3: Mo 7/1 through We 7/3 (off Th 7/4 & Fr 7/5) WEEK 4: Mo 7/8 through Su 7/14 (performance Sa & Su)
PUBLIC PERFORMANCE July 13 & 14 Saturday & Sunday 2:00 pm $5 admission
PRE-REGISTRATION WELCOMED Not required, but it helps save your spot. We are limited to about 35 in this age group. 2 PRE-REGISTER OPTIONS - email form (link below): bipark@joliet.gov - contact park (bipark@joliet.gov / 815-724-3761) with: your child's name and age. FORM Click: https://bit.ly/3AU8YGS WAYS TO RETURN FORM - mail - bring to office - email (bipark@joliet.gov)
FEE $325.00 (covers all 4 weeks) Cash - at the office Check - payable to BICENTENNIAL PARK Card - no extra fee, click: https://bit.ly/41hWovP
WEAR Comfortable clothing allowing for movement and sturdy shoes. NO FLIP-FLOPS.
BRING ✏ Bring a binder, pencil, water bottle and a sack lunch. We have fridge and microwave available.
AUDITION TUESDAY Audition for parts will be on Tuesday (2nd day of class).
TECH CAMP OPTION Teens may choose the TECH CAMP instead. Same price and time. Limited to about 5. The difference is the TECH CAMP will work behind the scenes, learning set, lighting and sound design. TECH CAMP will NOT be on stage learning the script and music for the performance. They will be behind the scenes, keeping the show moving - just as important as the actors!