activities for children

Step into the spotlight and let your imagination take center stage! This introductory theatre class helps young performers build core skills through engaging, age-appropriate instruction. Students will explore vocal technique and learn how to use their bodies and voices to bring characters to life. This semester focuses on strengthening skills, fostering collaboration, and growing confidence […]

Learn from a professional playscript and movie writer. By the end of the week campers will have a completed 10 minute play that will be produced in a teen led 10-minute play festival in the fall.

Everyone loves a good laugh! Come learn the many ways to make someone laugh. Learn what is funny and when. The ever-important timing and how to craft the perfect moment for comedy. Students will explore comedic scripts, improv, stand-up, and all the moments that make them laugh.There will be a laugh-out-loud showcase at the end […]

Campers will explore the parts of a scene, from beginning to end. They will learn how to craft characters to bring their scene to life, along with sets, costumes, and props. Come Make a Scene with us!There will be a final showcase of their Scene at the end of the week.Campers will learn:Creative WritingDesignCollaboration

This camp is for everyone who loves musical theatre! Come sing and dance to some of your favorite musical songs. This camp is for anyone looking to learn more about performing in musical theatre, as well as those who want to improve on the skills they already have.There will be a musical showcase at the […]

Learn all about the ins and outs of theatre. We’ll explore all the people it takes to put on a show. From the director to the designers, campers will explore these roles as they design their own show to perform at the end of the week. Campers will learn: CollaborationDesignResponsibility

Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, […]

From jokes to funny stories, we will explore everything that makes us laugh.Campers will explore how to tell a joke, what faces are the funniest, and how it all goes together to create a fun, creative, and laugh-out-loud story.A Hilarious Showcase will be at the end of the week.Campers will learn:Creative expressionStory TellingFacial and Body […]

Let’s get technical. This week, campers will not only learn about all of the production roles, but they will also experience those roles as they support the Once Upon a Mattress: Youth Edition production. Set, costume, and light designers will explain their process and work with the campers as they put the final touches on […]