PARENT & GUARDIAN PORTAL

WINTER THEATRE WORKSHOPS

Age 4 - Grade 6


This is the OFFICIAL spot to check for news, updates and all the info you need for WTW this year!

WORKSHOP LOCATION


Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343


CONTACTING
WINTER THEATRE WORKSHOP
ADMINISTRATION


Change in Pick-Up Schedule?
Inform us of early pick-ups, mid-day appointments, etc. at DROP OFF.

During Class Time:
Please call the Box Office at 952-979-1111, option 4. If there is no answer, please leave a message and someone will get back to you shortly.
Winter Theatre Workshop administrators will contact all families of absent students.

POLICIES & INFORMATION

 
 

CLASS LOCATION  


Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343 
 

DROP OFF


  • Upon arrival at Hopkins Center for the Arts, look for a YELLOW STAGES “WELCOME” SIGN. This sign designates the loading zone for drop off and pick-up. Pull up to the STAGES sign (or get in line) and wait for further instructions.
  • PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE. Stages staff and interns will be outside guiding you to the right location. Our staff will meet students at the vehicle for check-in. On the first day, we will verify emergency contact names and numbers.
Our staff will walk students into the building to begin class!
**Early Pick-Ups can be confirmed with staff/interns during Drop Off**

 

CONCERNED ABOUT DROP OFF POLICIES?


Please contact Elinor, Education Registrar, at ejones@stagestheatre.org to discuss an alternate drop off plan. 
 

PICK UP  


  • Pick up will begin promptly at the end of class. 
  • Students can be picked up in the designated loading zone marked by the YELLOW STAGES “WELCOME” SIGN. Pull up to the STAGES sign (or get in line) and wait for further instructions.
  • PLEASE STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE. Our staff will direct traffic and walk students to vehicles.
 

CONCERNED ABOUT PICK UP POLICIES?


Please contact Elinor, Education Registrar, at ejones@stagestheatre.org to discuss an alternate pick up plan. 
  

WHAT TO BRING: HALF-DAY WORKSHOPS 


  • FOOD & WATER: 1 water bottle, 1 snack. Stages Theatre Company is STRICTLY nut free (no peanuts or tree nuts), and food sharing is not permitted. Vending machines are not available.
  • If your student has specific food allergy concerns and you’d like to speak to a camp administrator, please contact ejones@stagestheatre.org.
  • CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR: Students should wear comfortable clothing suitable and appropriate for movement. Students should wear shoes with closed toes and backs. If desired, please pack an extra facemask.

 

WHAT TO BRING: FULL-DAY WORKSHOPS 


  • FOOD & WATER: 1 water bottle, 2 snacks (AM and PM), 1 lunch. Stages Theatre Company is STRICTLY nut free (no peanuts or tree nuts), and food sharing is not permitted. Vending machines are not available.
  • If your student has specific food allergy concerns and you’d like to speak to a camp administrator, please contact ejones@stagestheatre.org.
  • CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR: Students should wear comfortable clothing suitable and appropriate for movement. Students should wear shoes with backs. If desired, please pack an extra facemask.
 

CONTACTING WINTER THEATRE WORKSHOP ADMINISTRATORS


Please call the Box Office at 952-979-1111, option 4. If there is no answer, please leave a message and someone will get back to you shortly.  Please inform us of planned absences, early pick-ups, mid-day appointments, etc. at DROP OFF.
PLEASE NOTE: Winter Theatre Workshop administrators will contact all families of absent students. 
 

LAST DAY SHARING


 

The last day sharing will take place during the last 30 minutes of the last day of your student’s workshop. All are welcome, masks are optional but encouraged, in alignment with Stages Theatre Company's Health and Safety Policies.

 
 

COVID-19 SAFETY INFO

 

COVID-19 POLICIES


Stages Theatre Company will continue to follow the advice and guidelines from the Minnesota Department of Health and the CDC.  The safety & well-being of our students, staff and teaching artists is our top priority, and we reserve the right to change our protocols if community levels of COVID-19 rise in our area.
Face Masks: Masks are optional for all Education Programs & Classes at this time.  Stages Theatre Company Education Programs will follow the updated guidelines regarding face masks put forth by the MDH & CDC.  Stages Theatre Company will not be checking students vaccination status at this time.
Positive COVID-19 Cases: If your student tests positive for COVID-19 while enrolled in a class, please notify Stages Education Director, Megan Collins, as soon as possible.  If you your student tests positive for COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status, they will be required to stay home for at least 5 days.
Close Contact Protocols:  Your family will be notified by a Stages staff member if your student is a close contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19.  Students do not need to quarantine and can return to class, regardless of vaccination status.  Students will be required to wear a well-fitting mask for 10 days following the close contact exposure.
Student Health: Students who are sick are kindly asked to stay home to help mitigate the spread of illness and germs.  If your student is experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, they will NOT be permitted in class, without proof of a negative test, regardless of vaccination status.
Contact Megan Collins, Education Director, at mcollins@stagestheatre.org or (952)979-1117 if you have any questions or concerns.