LEARN ABOUT THE 2026 HIGH SCHOOL WEEKS BELOW (GRADES 9-12):
June 1–12, 2026: High School Performance Camp – A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Step into the world of Shakespeare with a two-week intensive focused on performance and collaboration! Directed by Jeremy Dubin, students will rehearse and perform an abridged production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, culminating in a final Friday performance for family and friends.
Campers may choose between two tracks with limited spots:
Performance Track: Auditions are required. Students will be cast prior to camp and perform in their assigned roles. Audition tapes are due by April 1, but do not need to be submitted with registration. Secure your spot first, then submit your audition.
Stage Management Track (Limited Spots): Students assist backstage, support rehearsals, manage technical elements, and help bring the production to life behind the scenes.
This intensive experience combines rehearsal with acting, movement, and ensemble-building classes, giving students a hands-on, immersive introduction to Shakespeare and the craft of theatre. Spaces are extremely limited! Register early to secure your spot!
June 15-19, 2026: Shakespeare’s Rom-Coms
From bold confessions and hilarious misunderstandings to classic Shakespearean chaos, this camp dives into the funniest and most heartfelt moments of Shakespeare’s romantic comedies. Each day combines ensemble-building, acting, movement, and Shakespeare text work as students explore scenes from plays like Much Ado About Nothing, Twelfth Night, and As You Like It. Campers will sharpen their skills in language, timing, and character relationships while rehearsing toward a polished Friday showcase filled with wit, romance, and comedic twists.
June 22-26, 2026: Shakespearean Storytelling
This week centers on the power of storytelling through speech, movement, and space. In daily Acting, Movement, and Shakespeare Text classes, students will explore how to make strong, clear choices with their bodies and voices to bring Shakespeare’s stories to life. Campers will practice speaking with confidence, creating stage pictures, and working together to shape meaningful scenes. The week culminates in a Friday showcase, where students will share the scenes and storytelling pieces they have built throughout the week.
LEARN ABOUT THE 2026 MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEKS BELOW (GRADES 5-8):
July 6-10, 2026: Crafting Shakespeare’s World
Step inside Shakespeare’s worlds as students explore how setting, mood, and imagination shape a story. Through acting, movement, and Shakespeare classes, paired with hands-on creative activities, campers will craft enchanted forests, stormy castles, and magical islands inspired by plays like A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Macbeth, and The Tempest. Each day includes ensemble-building and rehearsal, culminating in a collaborative Friday showcase that brings their worlds to life on stage.
July 13-17, 2026: Shakespeare’s Greatest Adventures
Join Shakespeare’s most daring characters on thrilling journeys filled with magic, mischief, and bold choices. This high-energy week blends acting, movement, and text work as students explore exciting scenes from Shakespeare’s most adventurous plays. With their Directors, Campers will prepare an adventurous Friday showcase that highlights their teamwork, imagination, and growth as performers.
LEARN ABOUT THE 2026 ELEMENTARY WEEKS BELOW (GRADES 1-4):
Elementary Camp runs 9:00 AM–5:00 PM daily. However, Campers who need a shorter day may opt to only attend during core camp hours, 10:30 AM–3:30 PM. Most of the day’s main activities happen during core hours, while morning and afternoon time focuses on theatre games and creative play.
July 20-24, 2026: Shakespeare’s Wild World
Dive into Shakespeare’s stories filled with animals, magical transformations, and playful chaos! Campers will bring to life the humor and imagination of Shakespeare’s creatures through acting, movement, story exploration, and hands-on crafts. Each day includes ensemble games and creative activities, with rehearsals leading to a lively Friday showcase full of the week’s favorite animal-inspired scenes and performances.
July 27-31, 2026: Songs, Stories, & Shakespeare
Campers will explore the music, rhythm, and storytelling of Shakespeare’s plays in this lively collaborative week! Through acting, movement, and creative play, students will experiment with simple text, songs, and expressive storytelling to bring scenes to life. Each day includes ensemble-building games, hands-on activities, and rehearsal time, culminating in a Friday showcase where campers share the songs, stories, and scenes they’ve created with their peers.
