P.L.A.Y. Film (ages 10-14)

Name: P.L.A.Y. Film (ages 10-14)
Start: 2025-06-30T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-06-30T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Bethel Woods Center for the Arts

Two-week Summer Arts Program Focused on Filmmaking

P.L.A.Y. Film (ages 10-14)

Two-week Summer Arts Program Focused on Filmmaking

Date
Mon-Fri, June 30 - July 11
Event Starts
9:00 AM
Venue
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Ticket Prices
$500 for two weeks ($460 for members)
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Monday, June 30 9:00 AM Register

Event Details

In this dynamic two-week filmmaking intensive, students will dive into the world of cinema, exploring a variety of genres while mastering the fundamentals of visual storytelling. Under the guidance of experienced instructors and industry professionals, participants will develop essential filmmaking skills, including scriptwriting, cinematography, directing, and video editing.

Through hands-on workshops and practical exercises, students will learn how to craft compelling narratives, operate cameras, frame shots, and experiment with lighting and sound design. They’ll gain experience in scene blocking, working with actors, and utilizing professional editing software to bring their stories to life. Collaboration is at the heart of filmmaking, and students will also sharpen their teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities as they work together to produce original short films.

By the end of the program, students will have transformed their creative ideas into fully realized films, which will be showcased in an exciting premiere screening for family and friends. Join us for a summer of cinematic magic, where young filmmakers develop the skills and confidence to tell their stories on the big screen!

P.L.A.Y. (Peace. Love. Arts. You.) is a fun-filled summer arts program for kids ages 5-14, set on the legendary grounds of the 1969 Woodstock festival! Led by professional teaching artists, kids will dive into music, painting, sculpture, digital design, and more, sparking creativity and community in an unforgettable setting. Register by the session to fit your summer plans—but hurry, spots fill fast!

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About P.L.A.Y. Specials

Ages 10-14 Specialization

Our P.L.A.Y. Special programs are dedicated to preserving the legacy of the 1969 Woodstock festival by nurturing a passion for the arts in young people through intensive, specialized two-week courses. Over the course of eight weeks, we host 4 unique P.L.A.Y. Special programs for youth aged 10-14. Bethel Woods' teaching artists, selected for their specific expertise, lead these programs. Outfitted with a brand new outdoor pavilion which serves as both a studio and performance space, this bucolic side of the Bethel Woods campus is the perfect backdrop for education, learning, and fun to take place.

Can my child attend if they are not proficient in music, art or film?

Yes, beginner level students are welcome to all programs, however we highly recommend your child has an interest in the subject each PLAY Special program has a sequential 2-week curriculum

What time does the program start and end?

Drop off begins at 8:45 AM, with programming beginning at 9:00 AM. Pick-up is at 4:00 PM. To keep traffic moving, we practice contactless pick up and drop off in our traffic circle. Program staff will greet you at your vehicle to check children in and out of the program. Tours of the spaces can be scheduled with program staff. Early drop off and/or extended care is not provided.

Will you be sharing the work created in the program?

Yes, we will host a final share out on the last of program where friends and family are welcome to attend.

Are meals or snacks provided?

Children should come to P.L.A.Y. with a packed lunch and snacks that they enjoy. We take 2 snack breaks and a lunch break throughout the day. We always have water coolers accessible (pack a reusable water bottle!). Bethel Woods will provide one afternoon snack daily.

Will there be time for outdoor play?

Yes, outdoor free play is incorporated into each day during lunch and snack breaks. Many of the days lessons will also take place outside.

Do you provide transportation?

Currently, we are not offering transportation. However, if transportation is a barrier to participation, please reach out to us at education@bethelwoodscenter.org so that we can help you investigate solutions.

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Tuition assistance, up to 100%, is available. Details are provided in the application.

Can my child bring a device?

No, we do not permit students to use their cell phones unless there is an emergency. If you feel compelled to send your child to program with a cell phone, please discuss usage with them prior to program. Phones are to be stored in backpacks at all times.