
Hanover Park Park District
Cultural Arts
The Little Mermaid | Theater Production
Get ready for an exciting adventure! Give your child the opportunity to explore the amazing world of theatre. They'll learn the ins and outs of everything that goes on behind the scenes, from creating amazing costumes and props to bringing fantastic lighting effects to life. And when the time comes, they'll take center stage, dancing, singing, and becoming part of a talented team. Sounds amazing, right? Just remember that all participants need to commit to being there for every rehearsal during tech week and each scheduled performance. We understand that things come up, but try not to miss more than three scheduled rehearsals during the general rehearsal period. Let's make some magic happen together!
Join us this fall as we go under the sea with The Little Mermaid Jr. ®!
Wednesday, Aug 2 | 4:30 pm - 6 pm
On Wednesday, Aug 2 from 4:30 pm - 6 pm, come show us your stuff! Auditioners MUST come prepared with a short song for the singing portion. Video auditions are also accepted and must be submitted before Aug 2, 2023. Students must bring dance shoes or gym shoes for the dance portion. But that's not all - registration is required, but everyone who auditions will get a part! That's right - no one will be turned away. We want to give every performer the opportunity to shine, so come show us what you've got.
What to expect at Auditions:
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Warm-ups
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Quick games
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Singing, lines, and dance auditions


Theater Production

Let the guitar awaken the world of music for your child! Get his journey started in our exciting and popular guitar program. Bring your guitar and learn from a performing professional guitar instructor! Fun songs to learn and a great atmosphere! Classes are being offered in conjunction with A & A Music Academy 1971 E. Devon Ave., Hanover Park, IL 60133. Each class is designed to teach basic music reading skills, chords, strumming techniques, plus much more and all with fun songs you’ll love! Class size is limited to 4 students, but if the class is full, please sign up on the waiting list. We will make additional classes, and try our best to get everyone that signs up into a class.
A & A Music Academy, 1975 Devon Ave., Hanover Park, IL
A book fee of $10.00 payable to A & A Music is due on the first day of class
Program# | Dates | Time
202524-01 | 9/13-11/15 | 6-6:45p
Ages 6-9 | Mon | $180/$195
Back to school means back to music! Playing an instrument opens your child’s brain to a new world of adventure. The skill of reading music and playing at a steady pace is very close to what they experience in sports. Music helps every child emerge into a confident, self-assured person. Your child will be reading music in time to play all your holiday favorites! Learn to play the piano from a professional degreed instructor! Basic music skills such as keyboard facility, music reading, and counting will be taught using colorful fun songs. Your child will enjoy making music from the very first class! Beginning lessons are given in conjunction with A & A Music Academy 1971 E. Devon Ave. Hanover Park, IL 60133. Class size is limited 4 students, but if the class is full, please sign up on the waiting list. We will make additional classes, and try our best to get everyone that signs up into a class. Fill your home with music!
A & A Music Academy, 1975 Devon Ave., Hanover Park, IL
A book fee of $10.00 payable to A & A Music is due the first day of class.
10 Weeks
Program # | Age | Date | Time
202522-01 | 6-9 | 9/11-11/13 | 6-6:45p
No Lessons on Halloween 10/31

Ages 8-14 | Thr | $180/$195
Back to School and time to fall into drumming with lessons from a professional performing drummer! It won’t take long, and you’ll be out in the garage with the band! Bring 5A sticks or buy them on the first day of class. Classes teach the basic rudiments, percussion style notation, drum set basics, various musical styles, and much more. You’ll be playing in no time and bring “star power” to that garage band with your friends! Classes are being offered in conjunction with A & A Music Academy 1971 E. Devon Ave. Hanover Park, IL. Class size is limited to 4 students, but if the class is full, please sign up on the waiting list. We will make additional classes and try our best to get everyone that signs up into a class.
A material fee of up to $20.00 payable to A & A Music is due on the first day of class for books and sticks.
Location: A & A Music Academy,
1975 Devon Ave., Hanover Park, IL
Program # | Dates | Times
202523-01 | 9/14-11/16 | 6-6:45p
Ages 8+ | Thr | $120/$135
Call: 630.837.2468
For children and adults, beginners and experienced drummers! During private half-hour lessons on a professional drum set, you'll learn Jazz, Rock, Blues, Funk, and Latin Funk drum techniques. Instructor Verne Duddles creates a comfortable, safe, and inspiring atmosphere to maximize each student's progress. Safety guidelines will be followed throughout the lesson, such as wearing masks, maintaining a 6-ft distance, and sanitizing equipment through each use.
Please bring a set of drumsticks to class (price is $6-$12), available at any music store. Recommended drumsticks: Size 7A for children and 5A for adults.
Location: Boardroom
Program # | Dates | Times
222523-01 | 9/15-10/20 | 6:15-6:45p
222523-02 | 9/15-10/20 | 7:00-7:30p
222523-03 | 9/15-10/20 | 7:45-8:15p
222523-04 | 9/15-10/20 | 8:30-9:00p
Program # | Dates | Times
222523-05 | 11/3-12/15 | 6:15-6:45p
222523-06 | 11/3-12/15 | 7:00-7:30p
222523-07 | 11/3-12/15 | 7:45-8:15p
222523-08 | 11/3-12/15 | 8:30-9:00p
Guidelines to Follow:
1. Participants should wear face coverings over their nose and mouth. (exceptions can be made for people with medical conditions or disabilities that prevent them from safely wearing a face covering).
2. Lessons will allow for 6-ft. of social distancing between participants and instructor.
3. Please wash your hands before and after the program.
4. Before allowing entrance or before class, staff will ask whether participants are currently exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms. If a participant does have symptoms, they should not enter the premises. Please contact us for a refund due to illness.
5. Equipment will not be shared between participants unless from the same household.
6. Classes do not add new participants once the session has started.
7. Parents and guardians are not allowed to enter the board room, this way we can maintain social distancing.
8. Under no circumstance will the instructor allow contact between participants.
Ages 7-14 | Mon - Fri | $249/$279
Ninjas will shift their imagination into high gear as they learn scene-building, storytelling, and video recording featuring their own Minecraft world. They will also jump into the basics of editing and mixing audio as they produce their final stories as short movies. Using Minecraft as a creative medium, Ninjas will have fun expressing themselves and sharing their stories with friends. They will leave this camp with a deeper understanding of how creativity and technology can work together to tell exciting stories.
Location: Code Ninjas, 807 IL-59, Bartlett, IL 60103
Min: 4 Max 10
Program# | Dates | Time
101430-01 | 6/12-6/16 | 9a-12p
101430-02 | 7/24-7/28 | 12:30p-3:30p
101430-03 | 7/31-8/4 | 12:30p-3:30p
101430-04 | 8/7-8/11 | 9a-12p
Minecraft II: Modding with Minecraft
Ages: 9-14 | Mon-Fri | $249/$279
Developed for experienced Minecraft players, this camp teaches Ninjas how to make unique mods (modifications that change the game). They will create their own custom tools, weapons, armor, enemies, and more! By the end of the camp, Ninjas will be able to export their mods for friends and family to explore at home using Minecraft Java Edition.
Location: Code Ninjas, 807 IL-59, Bartlett, IL 60103
Program # | Age | Date | Time
101430-05 6/19-6/23 12:30-3:30pm
101430-06 6/26-6/30 9am-12pm
101430-07 7/17-7/21 9am-12pm
Code Your Own Robot in Minecraft
Ages: 9-14 | Mon-Fri | $249/$279
Ninjas will use code to control a robot in Minecraft Education Edition®. Through simple programming, they'll apply complex computer science concepts to automate the boring parts of Minecraft® such as farming, digging, and more. Ninjas will use concepts like loops and functions to code crazy things like spawning hundreds of chickens from the sky! They will have a blast sharing their work and playing in a world together with their fellow campers.
Location: Code Ninjas, 807 IL-59, Bartlett, IL 60103
\Program # | Dates | Times
101430-08 | 6/12-6/16 | 12:30p-3:30p
101430-09 | 7/10-7/14 | 12:30p-3:30p
101430-10 | 8/7-8/11 | 9a-12p