Children’s Activities
Southeastern Illinois College offers a wide range of activities for children in grades K-12. We offer dance classes, choir, theatre, and academic camps to help enrich the younger generation in our region.
Studio 618
Studio 618 is a dance program for children in grades K-12. Studio 618 teaches students ballet, tap, and jazz dance styles and is located in B126E at the SIC campus in Harrisburg. This program is only offered during the fall and spring semesters.
Studio 618 FAQs
Studio 618 Schedule | Spring 2026
| MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Dance Style | Dance Style | Dance Style | Dance Style |
| 3:30 PM - 4:20 PM | Beginner Ballet | Beginner Jazz | Beginner Tap Dance | Intermediate Tap Dance |
| 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Intermediate Ballet | Intermediate Jazz | Intermediate Musical Theatre Dance | Intermediate Hip Hop |
About the Instructor
Kimball, Joshua
Joshua Kimball has a Masters in Fine Arts degree in Acting (University of Central Florida) and a Bachelors in Fine Arts in Musical Theatre (Southern Illinois University Carbondale). Kimball has been working professionally across the world for Universal Studios Beijing, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival Cruise Lines as a singer and dancer. Joshua has also worked professionally as a dance instructor for over ten years, teaching a variety of styles; including tap, jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and musical theatre. He has choreographed for musical theatre productions at Southeastern Illinois College, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carterville High School, DuQuoin High School, Benton Consolidated High School, and Leyden High School in Chicago. Joshua is so excited to be a part of the SIC family and cannot wait to see everyone come out and dance with us!
Children's Theatre and Choir
High School Productions
SIC welcomes area high schools to perform their productions on the stage of the George T. Dennis Visual & Performing Arts Center Theatre between SIC performances.
Please contact the high school for additional information.
JR. FALCON PRODUCTIONS
SIC's Junior Falcon Productions offers an opportunity for children from around the region to come together for a big musical production (or two) each summer. They have the opportunity to hone their vocal, acting, and dancing skills, meet new friends from neighboring towns, and perform on a real stage. Some of the more recent shows include Annie Jr., Frozen Jr., Mamma Mia!, Legally Blonde The Musical, The Wizard of Oz, Spongebob the Musical, Willy Wonka, Jr., Chicago Teen Edition, and Seussical.
Auditions are generally held in late April or early May, with rehearsals beginning as soon as school is out for the summer. Children who are interested in a speaking role must audition, but those interested in the ensemble only simply need to register.
SIC Children's Choir
The SIC Children’s Choir is a joyful opportunity for students in grades 3–8 who love to sing! Directed by Hannah Nance — a Harrisburg High School teacher, award-winning speech coach, and music director for Jr. Falcon Productions — this ensemble focuses on learning music in a fun, welcoming environment.
Rehearsals take place Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the SIC campus during the fall and spring semesters. Students build vocal skills, confidence, and friendships, all while preparing for a concert performance at the end of each season.
For more information, please email music@sic.edu.
Join the SIC Children's Choir Facebook Group
High School Honor Band and Choral Festival Concert
A free public concert featuring select high school band and choir students from participating schools.
Falcons FOG final season match
Join us online or in person as the SIC Falcons Faction of Gamers Varsity E-Sports team compete in their last match of the season! Go Falcons! The game will be streaming on Twitch and may also be streaming on their new YouTube channel.
Falcons FOG plays in semi-finals
Join us online or in person as the SIC Falcons Faction of Gamers Varsity E-Sports team competes in a semifinals match against University of Mary Washington! Go Falcons! The game will be streaming on Twitch and may also be streaming on their new YouTube channel.
Children’s Choir Enrollment/Parents Meeting
The SIC Children’s Choir is back this spring with director Hannah Nance, Harrisburg High School teacher, award-winning speech coach, and music director for Jr. Falcon Productions!
Whether or not your child has experience singing, all 3rd-8th grade students are welcome to join! Rehearsals will be held on Thursdays from 6:30–7:30 p.m. The children will perform a concert at the end of the semester.
SI Storytellers – Author G.E.B. Shelton
Author G.E.B. Shelton will talk about his book “Oh Wait; That Was NEVER Me!, a deeply moving memoir exploring the lasting scars of bullying, identity, and resilience. With unflinching honesty and a touch of wit, GEBShelton invites readers to reflect on their own experiences while unpacking the emotional weight of childhood trauma and societal expectations. More than a simple retelling, this book serves as a lifeline for anyone who has ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or labeled unfairly.”
~Excerpt from Shelton’s website
This book signing event is free and open to students, employees, and the general public!
Finals Meal Sack Giveaways
SIC Student Government and Student Activities will distribute free Finals Meal Sacks to students during finals week. Each bag contains shelf-stable ingredients and instructions for a simple recipe. Several recipe options will be available.
Dates: Thursday and Friday, Dec. 11–12
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: In front of the cafeteria
Audience: Open to all SIC students; first come, first served.
Christmas Jubilee Concert
A holiday concert featuring classic and modern Christmas music performed by the Southeastern Illinois College Community Chorus, directed by Tim Green and accompanied by Kathy Hanrahan. Dickens carolers will also perform.
The Christmas Jubilee fundraiser supports local nonprofits, including Saline County Outreach, Via Dolorosa Recovery Center, and Christian Community Compassion Center.
Dates & Times:
• Friday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m.
Location: Little Chapel Church Auditorium, 3859 State Highway 34 North, Harrisburg, Illinois
Tickets: $15; free for children ages 12 and younger. Tickets are available online and at the door. Approximately 2,000 seats are available per performance.
HHS Drama Presents Anastasia
March 13-15
7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday
2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday
Ask about our Princess Party
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students
Contact Harrisburg High School for ticket information or sales: hhs.il.drama@gmail.com or 618-253-7637 X2169
FREE Christmas Wreath Workshop
The Learning Commons, Student Corp, and TRIO invite SIC students to make a FREE Christmas Wreath in the Learning Commons! This is a great opportunity to make a gift for a special someone in your life or to make a holiday decoration for your own door!
Sign up is required at the circulation desk or by emailing library@sic.edu.