The drama never stops at NextStop Theatre! Kids and teens are invited to join them behind the scenes and on the stage for a summer that will foster a lifelong love of the performing arts!
Campers will enjoy everything from acting, singing, and dancing to stage production and more — all led by highly experienced professional teaching artists. It’s a summer of theatre adventures!
Rising Grades 1-5
June 22-26, 2026
Theatre Fest Jr.
Participants enjoy a theatrical grab bag of the best elements that summer camps have to offer. Each day focuses on a different skill or experience, with guidance from experienced artists and experts, as students explore Acting, Technical Theatre, Improv & Comedy, Puppetry, and more. If a particular day sparks new passion, additional opportunities later in the summer allow students to continue the adventure.
June 29-July 10, 2026
Honk! Kids
Students join the cast of a brand-new kids’ adaptation of Honk! The Musical, based on the classic tale The Ugly Duckling. This special nine-day session does not meet on July 3 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
July 13-17, 2026
Mysteries & Mayhem
Students step into a world of secrets, suspense, and stagecraft as they become storytellers, detectives, and performers. Throughout this one-week theatre camp, participants explore what makes a mystery compelling — from clever clues and suspicious suspects to dramatic twists and theatrical mayhem. By week’s end, campers build confidence and teamwork skills as they prepare for an informal Friday afternoon showcase.
July 20-24, 2026
Anastasia: Youth Edition
Students rehearse and perform in a fully staged production of Anastasia: Youth Edition, inspired by one of history’s great mysteries. Participants receive focused instruction in acting, singing, dancing, and character development as they prepare for final performances on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning at the conclusion of the camp week.
July 27-31, 2026
Ready, Set, Act
Participants create characters, play theatre games, and bring original stories to life in this engaging acting camp designed for both first-time and experienced performers. The week concludes with a special Friday afternoon showing of what students have learned.
Aug 3-7, 2026
Musical Fun
Students explore the foundations of musical theatre through theatre games and instruction in acting, singing, and dancing led by seasoned performers. The session culminates in a Friday showcase featuring select songs and dances.
Rising Grades 5-10
June 22-26, 2026
Theatre Fest
Participants enjoy a theatrical grab-bag of the best elements of summer camps. Each day focuses on a different skill or experience, with students working with experienced artists and experts to explore Stage Combat, Improvisation, Shakespeare, Technical Theatre, Acting, and more. If a particular day sparks new interest, additional opportunities later in the summer allow students to continue the adventure.
June 29-July 2, 2026
Acting & Improv
Students explore the art and fun of acting without a script by improvising through games, thinking on their feet, and creating scenes without memorizing lines. The experience then shifts to scripted scene work and character development. This four-day combo camp offers several ways to strengthen acting skills, and no prior experience is necessary.
July 13-24, 2026
Anastasia: Youth Edition
Students participate in a fully staged production of Anastasia: Youth Edition, featuring a story rich in history and mystery. Whether seasoned performers or new to the stage, participants find a place in the cast. Throughout rehearsals, experienced teaching artists instruct students in acting, singing, dancing, and character development. Roles are auditioned and assigned during the first two days, and final performances take place on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning during the final week of camp.
July 27-31, 2026
Studies in Shakespeare
Participants receive an engaging, interactive introduction to Shakespearean drama. Over five engaging days, students explore famous characters, classic scenes, and timeless tales through acting, storytelling, and creative play. The week concludes with a brief Friday afternoon showcase highlighting what has been learned.
Aug 3-14, 2026
Shrek Jr.
Students collaborate to bring Shrek Jr. to life in a full-scale musical production. Aspiring actors, singers, and dancers work together to rehearse and perform, with opportunities for both experienced performers and those new to the stage. Participants receive instruction in acting, singing, dancing, and character development from expert teaching artists. Roles are auditioned and assigned during the first two days, and final performances take place on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning during the final week of camp.
Rising Grades 7-12
Production Crew
Each summer production includes a limited number of one-week backstage crew opportunities. Students help create scenery, lighting, props, and costumes for the final performance while also serving backstage as stage managers, stagehands, and board operators. No prior experience is required; a theatre tech expert guides participants through every step. Final performances take place Friday afternoon and Saturday morning at the end of each session.
- June 29-July 10, 2026
Honk! Kids Crew - July 20-24, 2026
Anastasia: Youth Edition Crew - Aug 10-14, 2026
Shrek Jr. Crew
Summer Teen Intensives
NextStop’s Summer Teen Intensives provide young artists with the opportunity to train, collaborate, and perform in a professional, ensemble-driven setting. Participants engage in immersive rehearsals, receive expert mentorship, and perform for live audiences.
Aug 14-23, 2026
The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals
In this horror-comedy, an alien hive mind invades a small town and forces everyone to burst into song. Paul, who hates musicals, must choose whether to join the chorus or fight to survive. Students may join the cast or crew of The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals: School Edition. An audition workshop is April 11, 2026, followed by auditions in May 2026. Rehearsals and tech work begin the week of June 22, 2026, with evenings, weekends, workshops, lab time, and professional guidance.
July 24-Aug 2, 2026
Begets: Fall of a High School Ronin
This action-packed samurai story follows Emi Edwards, a self-described geek girl determined to overthrow her high school’s ruling shoguns while confronting her own desire for popularity and power. Participants work with a professional production team on this straight play, which includes staged combat but no singing or dancing. An audition workshop is April 11, 2026, followed by May 2026 auditions, with rehearsals beginning June 20, 2026.
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