Summer Theater Camp - Musical Theater Camps

Summer Theater Camp - Musical Theater Camps

Bring out the star in your child at summer theater camps. There are hundreds of summer theater camps and musical theater camps throughout the world. While the camps are popular activities for those who want to reach for the stars, they're also a great way to boost a child's self-esteem.

Summer theater camps teach all aspects of theater acting, including overcoming stage fright. For this reason, the camps are invaluable tools to help a child prepare for the future. Public speeches, class presentations and eventually work meetings become a piece of cake because your child has the confidence needed to tackle anything.

Sample Daily Activities for Summer Theater and Musical Theater Camps

The New York Film Academy's summer theater camp is highly rated. Students take classes in acting, voice, dance/movement, improv and auditioning.

A sample day at many summer theater camps looks like:

8:00 AM - Wake-up call

8:30 AM - Breakfast

9:00 AM – Rehearsals/Group activities

12:00 AM - Lunch

12:45 AM - Classes

3:00 PM - Free time

4:00 PM - Classes

6:00 PM - Dinner

7:00 PM – Rehearsals/Group activities

9:00 PM - Free time

10:00 PM - Curfew/Lights Out

Each camp will have variations to the schedule. If the camp is a day camp only, free time is often eliminated from the schedule.

Two Popular Summer Theater Camps and Musical Theater Camps

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Summer Camp focuses on all aspects of theatrical performances. They offer camps for musical theater, stage, film, music, circus performance and more. Campers take programs for their chosen field of study and also enjoy numerous activities including horseback riding, boating, swimming and hiking. Camper outings are available and often include a trip to Broadway to see an actual Broadway show.

Stagedoor Manor is a popular summer theater camp in the heart of the Catskill Mountains in New York. The camp is based in a former resort with dorm rooms, private baths and a 24-hour medical center. Students learn all about theater acting, while also enjoying activities like swimming, video games, tennis and more. The camp offers an on-site coffeehouse that has an open mic for campers.

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