Katarina Bostrom and Monica Ramakers teamed up for another successful two weeks at the Thornbury Art and Drama Camp at St. George's Anglican Church.

"We are so proud of the kids," said Ramakers, "they really showed maturity in handling Shakespearean dialogue and costume changes, and all the hard work that has to go into a performance."

Not only did they battle Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, but also the elements.

"It rained before the show, and it looked pretty stormy at the beginning, but we asked the crowd if they wanted to continue on with the show, and thankfully they said yes," said Bostrom.

All 26 kids, aged seven to 14, had a role in the play, and not only rehearsed for the production, but also dabbled in art during the two week camp.

"We took them out sketching, and to the park to do nature art, and really cool self portrait shadow boxes," said Bostrom.

Co-directors and collaborators, Ramakers and Bostrom share a passion for art and drama that is infectious and keeps kids coming back every year. With the help of three counsellors: Rebecca Liddiard, Kendra Machin, and Madison Giles, they were able to provide a learning environment for the kids that provided educational experiences daily.

"We really try and make it fun for the kids, and try to immerse them in the arts so that they can discover the beauty around them, and see things in a different light, including Shakespeare's complex thoughts," said Bostrom.

They capped off the two-week camp with a pizza party at Northwinds Beach in Craigleith, and proved that rain or shine, the show will go on.