2026 Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!
June 15鈥19, 2026
FRACTURED FAIRY TALES | GRADES K鈥2 & 3鈥5
A Rapunzel with a punk-pixie cut? Cool! Prince & The Pauper in outer space? Sounds awesome! This dreamy class is for aspiring playwrights, actors, directors and theatre makers! Participants are given a theme at the top of the week and the opportunity to re-tell, create and perform their own take on a treasured tale!
Daily activities include creative drama games, storytelling, arts and crafts, and ensemble work.
GRADES K鈥2 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 a.m.鈥揘OON
The final performance will be at 11:30 a.m. on the last day of camp, open to family and friends.
GRADES 3鈥5 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 1 p.m.鈥4:30 p.m.
The final performance will be at 3:30 p.m. for family and friends on the last day of camp.
June 22鈥26, 2026
INTRO TO THE WORLD OF THEATRE CAMP | GRADES 3鈥5
Unlock your love of theatre with Intro to the World of Theatre Camp. Young performers will explore the many aspects of the theatre world through acting games, crafts and more! This camp provides a fun and supportive environment that helps foster performance and design skills such as creativity and confidence.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, acting and improvisation games, crafts, and ensemble work.
GRADES 3鈥5 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 a.m.鈥揘OON
The final performance of short skits will be at 11:30 a.m. on the last day of camp for family and friends.
IMPROV CAMP | GRADES 6鈥8
Unlock your comedic potential with Improv Camp. Performers will learn the art of quick thinking and adaptability through a variety of fun and interactive improvisation exercises and games. This camp is perfect for aspiring actors and comedians or anyone looking to boost their creativity and confidence.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, ensemble work and improvisation games.
GRADES 6鈥8 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 1鈥4:30 p.m.
The final performance will be at 3:30 p.m. for family and friends on the last day of camp.
June 29鈥揓uly 3, 2026
MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP | GRADES 3鈥5
Get ready to sing, dance and have a blast while learning theatre fundamentals. Campers will experience the excitement of singing, dancing and acting with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble to create a final performance for friends and family.
GRADES 3鈥5 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 a.m.鈥揘OON
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, drama games, rehearsals, and crafts. The final performance will be at 11:30 a.m. on the last day of camp.
THEATRICAL DESIGN CAMP | GRADES 6鈥8
Explore theatre through the elements of design. In Theatrical Design Camp, young artists will work with experienced theatre artists to learn about scenic, costume, props and lighting design. Campers will brainstorm and share ideas, participate in hands-on design exercises, and finalize their own designs around the week鈥檚 camp theme. This is a unique opportunity for young artists to discover creative fields that support performance. Camps will culminate in design presentations for very important producers (a.k.a., friends and family) on the final day of each session.
Daily activities include imaginative warm-ups, creative drama games, design projects and crafts.
GRADES 6鈥8 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 1鈥4:30 P.M.
Students present their design projects to family and friends at 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
July 6鈥10, 2026
MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP | GRADES 3-5
Get ready to sing, dance and have a blast while learning theatre fundamentals. Campers will experience the excitement of singing, dancing and acting with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble to create a final performance for friends and family.
GRADES 3鈥5 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 A.M.鈥揘OON
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, drama games.
TAKE THE STAGE! INTRO TO ACTING AND MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP | GRADES 6鈥12
Whether you鈥檙e brand new to theatre or already have performance experience, we invite you to take the stage at our Intro to Acting and Musical Theatre Camp! Campers will learn how to prepare and perform an audition-ready monologue and work collaboratively with their peers in short scene work. They鈥檒l also build musical theatre skills by combining singing, movement, and acting in a musical number. Family and friends are invited to join us on the final day for a performance showcasing everything the campers have learned!
GRADES 6鈥12 | MONDAY-FRIDAY | 1 p.m.鈥4:30 p.m.
The final performance will be at 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
July 13鈥17, 2026
PERFORMING ARTS CAMP GRADES K鈥2
Explore the wonder of theatre and express your creative side at Performing Arts Camp. Campers will experience the excitement of acting and connect with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble to create a final performance inspired by Hope Repertory Theatre鈥檚 children鈥檚 show.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, drama games, rehearsals and crafts.
GRADES K鈥2 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 A.M.鈥揘OON
The final performance will be at 11:30 a.m. on the last day of camp, open to family and friends.
MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP GRADES 3鈥5
Get ready to sing, dance and have a blast while learning theatre fundamentals. Campers will experience the excitement of singing, dancing and acting with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble to create a final performance for friends and family.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, drama games, rehearsals and crafts.
GRADES 3鈥5 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 1鈥4:30 p.m.
The final performance will be at 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
July 20鈥24, 2026
PERFORMING ARTS CAMP GRADES K鈥2
Explore the wonder of theatre and express your creative side at Performing Arts Camp. Campers will experience the excitement of acting and connect with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble to create a final performance inspired by Hope Repertory Theatre鈥檚 children鈥檚 show.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, drama games, rehearsals and crafts.
GRADES K鈥2 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 A.M.鈥揘OON
The final performance will be at 11:30 a.m. on the last day of camp for family and friends.
PLAYWRITING CAMP | GRADES 6鈥12
Explore the wonder of theatre and learn to express your creative side in Playwriting Camp. Participants will experience the excitement of dramatic writing and connect with other young creatives as they work together in an ensemble. Campers will work to write their own 10-minute play!
GRADES 6鈥12 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 1 p.m.鈥4:30 p.m.
The final performance will be a reading of the plays at 3:30 p.m. for family and friends on the last day of camp.
July 27鈥31, 2026
BROADWAY BOOTCAMP: Presents 鈥淗ope Repertory Education Program: Young Artist Showcase鈥
GRADES 6鈥12 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | FULL DAY 9 a.m.鈥5 p.m.
Act, sing, dance! Develop your triple-threat skills as you work with Hope Rep teaching artists. Participants will work as an ensemble, rehearse and perform a musical theatre showcase! Campers will audition for solos, group numbers, dance performances and more. All centered around this year鈥檚 theme: From Stage to Screen, and Back Again: A Celebration of Musical Theatre. Campers will also have the opportunity to attend workshops with professional performers.
Daily activities include physical and vocal warm-ups, acting exercises and rehearsals of movement and music.
GRADES 6-12 | MONDAY鈥揊RIDAY | 9 a.m.鈥5 p.m.
The final performance will be at 3:30 p.m. for family and friends on the last day of camp. Lunch is not provided.
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