Once upon a story... 

The Imaginorium creates immersive theatrical experiences to extend popular stories beyond the page. Through art, music, science, drama, writing and so much more, we teach children and youth that the real magic in life is helping others. ​

Our Mission

Empowerment through the creative arts, opening doors to the imagination through exploration of mythic and fantasy worlds.
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We accept and teach diversity of race, religion, class, sexual orientation, & gender identity at all age levels. We seek to create a safe space for all.
We at The Imaginorium have been saddened and angered by author J.K. Rowling’s recent transphobic tweets. Harry Potter was the source of the majority of our programs, and her tweets were contrary to our mission of providing a creative safe space for all students. 
As such, we affirm: Transgender women are women. Transgender men are men. Nonbinary persons are exactly who they say they are as well. Gender cannot be determined by biological sex or by another person. We cannot abide by the comments made. It would be disrespectful, irresponsible, and complicit to continue as if nothing has happened. We have made the difficult decision to begin removing specific references to the Harry Potter books from our camp programming for the foreseeable future.  

Imaginorium Events

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Health Crisis, all in-person Imaginorium events are being postponed until 2021. Regardless of whether or not the states are "opening up," we do not believe we can safely or responsibly plan for a gathering of children and adults at this time. Info about our in-person events can be found here: Summer Wizard Academies 2021. We are also postponing Jedi Academy and Camp Halfblood to 2021, though Iris Imaginoria teaches some programs related to both of these fandoms on Outschool (a virtual learning platform).
​We ARE sponsoring a live, interactive two week story-based  Wizarding themed program: 
2020 Virtual Summer Wizard Academy
​July 20-31, 2020 
3rd -8th grade (ages 8-14)
10:00 am-11:30 am (EDT) for the morning session
11:30 break for lunch
12 pm-1:45 for the afternoon session
  • A virtual camp in a secured Zoom meeting space.
  • Begin in our Virtual Great Hall, a large group meeting in the morning.
  • Then we "breakout" into House Common Rooms. They will get a chance to see friends they already know and meet some new friends in their house from across the country and possibly even around the world. Our four houses are Stonedragon, Windhorse, Waverider, and Phoenixfire.
  • After that groups will separate according to age for a single class in the morning. Classes will be similar to our regular camps - potions, charms, etc… just adapted for the computer. This is quite different from much other virtual learning. In small, interactive classes, your kids will still be able to connect and enjoy experiences similar to the camp environment they did at The Imaginorium Academy in the past. 
  • Classes will be written to use VERY simple supplies chosen specifically so that families will not have to go shopping or hunting for extra things.
  • Lunch 11:30-12:00, logging off from computers.
  • We will meet again in the afternoon for a second class from 12:00-12:45 and a third class from 12:45 to 1:30 with a closing large group assembly from 1:30-1:45.
  • In one of these classes we will read/rehearse a new play, “The Phoenix Will Rise” (if they prefer not to “act,” they can participate in other ways). Other classes will also have "phoenix" themes along with other themes of hope in the darkness. Classes will be taught by Headmistress Iris Imaginoria, Deputy Headmistress De La Terre, Professor Katydid, Professor Illuminata, and other staff your children have known through the Imaginorium programs in person. All have Rhode Island background checks. Teens are welcome to volunteer as House ELFS.
  • We will have Costume Challenges, Imaginorium Songs, and a House Cup Competition. Join us for this unique year on the Rainbow Path!
For three hours programming per day for two weeks, we are asking $300. This is a little less than $12 per hour. 10% discount for returning Imaginorium students or 3 or more children in one family

I know the virtual camp does not provide physical childcare, but it will give us a safe way to gather together in this time of fear and darkness. We really believe it's the best thing for us to do at this time.
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Register soon as space is limited and open to students around the world. I hope you will join us. The phoenix will rise!
Pay fees via Paypal:
Virtual Summer Academy
Iris Imaginoria's Online Classes
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Try out a variety of Imaginorium classes, taught by Professor Imaginoria, from the comfort of your own home! These interactive online classes are inexpensive ways for your kids to bring the magic home all year long and connect with other kids all around the world. Drama or Writing (and now in both versions for younger kids and for teens). Drama and Dueling clubs. Fiction and Film like The Princess Bride and The Wizard of Oz, and Inside Out. Metamorphmagic Makeup and Stage Makeup. And so much more. Classes happen during the day, in the evenings, and on weekends, so they are available for any schedule.
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What parents have to say:
  • “We have been raving about how much fun the girls had! It's perfect for kids who aren't necessarily into the typical outdoor camps.” A.K.M.
  • “The kids loved being surrounded by others who also had very vivid imaginations.” J.K.
  • “E. had an amazing week. He cried as we were leaving as he was sad that it was already over. We had many great conversations at home stemming from the conversations that took place at camp. We very much appreciate the welcoming and inclusive environment that you created for the group. Thank you!” M.W.
  • “B. had such a great time in camp. She’s had a hard couple of years in school, and it was such a huge boost for her to find a place she felt comfortable, inspired, and at peace in.” S.S.

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