Summer activities

The outdoor theatre space, with its swivelling seats that provide a 360-degree view of the show, offers young people a unique setting to discover the fantasy world of oversized puppets and to explore the basics of puppet manipulation in a fun environment.
The invitation is extended to all organized recreational groups, day camps and summer camps, playgrounds and daycares to come and take part in these summer activities.

Groups (minimum 40 people) can experience a thrilling activity for three hours, excluding mealtime, with or without one of our caterers.
One activity leader per group of eight to 10 young people (included): If the number of adults exceeds this ratio, a charge of $4 per adult will apply.

Activity schedule

Description of your summer activity (3 hours)

Exploring the set of our “Summer 2008 show” in the theatre:
(30 min.)
The activity leader will take you on tour and explain the distinctive features of the show Les dinosaures ne savent pas lire presented this summer. This presentation will be followed by a scavenger hunt with clues based on a dinosaur theme.

Puppet manipulation demonstration by a puppeteer:
(20 min.)
A puppet manipulation specialist will demonstrate how these magic elements come to life, move and speak. Participants will learn the various types of puppet manipulation and the mechanical processes involved.

Creativity time
(30 min.)
Choice of one head per group
Installation of the puppet head
Puppet identification as a group
Presentation of each character

LUNCH or SNACK

Giant puppet manipulation and performance adapted to young people, in the theatre:
(80 min.)
Demonstration of basic manipulations by the activity leaders

Basic gesture rehearsal by participants
Each group practices different emotions
Participants choreograph puppets to a musical beat or do sketch improvisation

We look forward to helping you discover this world of magic and fantasy.

The CIMBAD activity team

**Flexible schedule