Summer 2026 Camps
Improv Camp |
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| Instructor: Zac Zumbrunnen | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Looking for a fun week of summer hilarity? In this summer class we will introduce the four rules of improv, teach many improv games, and show some tricks that can be used to pull off hilarious improvised scenes. This class will include a 20-minute improv show for an invited audience of friends and family at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | June 22 - 26 | 10:30 - 12:00 | June 26* | $150 |
| *Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Melodrama One-Act |
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| Instructor: Zac Zumbrunnen | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will learn character development, projection, physicalization, and comedic acting skills in this 2-week long camp, resulting in taking on a role in a comedic, non-musical play. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | July 6 - 17 | 10:00 - 12:00 | July 17* | $350 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Shakespeare |
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| Instructor: Josh Durfey | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Unlock the power of Shakespeare’s words and bring his timeless characters to life in this immersive workshop. We will teach you how to analyze, understand and embody Shakespeare’s text. Through voice work, text analysis and dynamic scene study, you’ll learn to navigate heightened language with confidence, clarity, and emotional truth. You will become more equipped with the essential tools to make Shakespeare’s works resonate today! A showcase will be performed at the end of the camp. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | June 22 - 26 | 3:00 - 5:00 | June 26* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Sketch Comedy |
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| Instructor: Zac Zumbrunnen | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Come and spend a week laughing and learning with us. In this summer class, you will improvise, write, rehearse, and perform comedic sketches. You will learn the basics of sketch writing and improvisation, as well as how to use improv to shape ideas into short comedy sketches that you will perform in a showcase at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | July 6 - 10 | 12:30 - 2:30 | July 10* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Stage Combat |
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| Instructor: Josh Durfey | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Master the art of stage combat in this high-energy intensive! We will teach you the fundamentals of stage combat, including safety, technique and storytelling while learning multiple weapon styles. Through hands-on training, you’ll learn to make every ‘fight’ feel natural, convincing and thrilling, all while prioritizing safety of yourself and your scene partners. This will equip you with the essential skills to bring dynamic and believable ‘fights’ to life! |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 10 - 17 | June 8 - 12 | 1:00 - 2:30 | June 12* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Teen Acting Bootcamp |
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| Instructor: Alex King & Zac Zumbrunnen | Read Instructor Bio | |||
An acting intensive workshop where students will learn acting techniques through monologues, scene partner work, and ensemble scenes performing in a showcase at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | June 22 - 26 | 12:30 - 2:30 | June 26* | $200 |
| 13 - 17 | July 13-17 | 3:00 - 5:00 | July 17* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Audition Prep
Audition Prep - Acting |
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| Instructor: Alex King | Read Instructor Bio | |||
For students looking to get a leg up on their next audition and callback from an acting standpoint. Students will explore strong character choices, deeper listening skills, physicality, and improvisational skills in this audition prep, 4-day Acting Intensive. Students will perform a mock audition showcase at the end. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | July 20 - 23 | 10:00 - 12:00 | July 23* | $150 |
| * Tech 10:00 AM, In class showcase at 11:30 AM, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Audition Prep - Singing |
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| Instructor: Suzy Cropper | Read Instructor Bio | |||
For students looking to get a leg up on their next audition and callback from a singing standpoint. Students will explore deeper emotional connection, acting and vocal technique, physicalization, and story-telling skills through song in this 4-day audition intensive. Students will need to bring their own songs to work on during this camp. They will perform in a recital at the end. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 17 | July 20 - 23 | 12:30 - 2:30 | July 23* | $150 |
| * Tech 12:30 PM, In class showcase at 2:00 PM, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Cirque
Circus Life |
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| Instructor: Jane Jackson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
In this class, students will learn basic skills in a variety of ground circus acts including juggling, stilt walking and more! The kids will perform an in-class showcase at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 8 - 12 | June 15 - 19 | 2:30 - 4:30 | June 19* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00 PM, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Aerial Silks Camp |
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| Instructor: Jane Jackson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
This class will be an Introduction to Aerial Arts in Silks, Lollis, and other apparati. We will work on some low-height foundational skills, basic climbing technique, learn some fun sequences, and finish the class with a conditioning program designed to build the strength needed to progress in the aerial arts. The final class will include a showcase of aerial skills and choreography. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 10 - 17 | July 6 - 10 | 10:00 - 11:30 | July 10* | $150 |
| * In-class Showcase at 11:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Dance
Dance Styles |
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| Instructor for Ages 8 - 12: Ashley Carlson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
| Instructor for Ages 13 - 17: Lindsey Smith | ||||
In this Dance-focused camp, students will learn terminology and broadway/musical theater dance styles that will result in a final showcase at the end. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 8 - 12 | June 15 - 19 | 10:00 - 11:30 | June 19* | $150 |
| 13 - 17 | July 27 - 31 | 10:30 - 12:00 | July 31* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Little Movers |
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| Instructor: Bailey Dayton | Read Instructor Bio | |||
This camp is a perfect way to get your young ones up and moving, learning musical theater styles in dance. A final showcase will be performed at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 4 - 6 | June 1 - 5 | 10:00 - 11:30 | June 5* | $150 |
| 4 - 6 | August 3 - 7 | 10:00 - 11:30 | August 7* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Tap I (Beginners) |
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| Instructor: Ashley Carlson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will learn terminology, balance, rhythm, and basic tap steps that will result in a final showcase at the end of the week. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 8 - 17 | June 1 - 5 | 2:30 - 4:00 | June 5* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Tap II (Intermediate) |
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| Instructor: Ashley Carlson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will take the next step after beginner’s terminology, balance, and steps to learn intermediate tap steps and technique that will result in a final showcase at the end. For students who already have a basic understanding of tap. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 8 - 17 | June 15 - 19 | 12:30 - 2:00 | June 19* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Tap III (Advanced) |
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| Instructor: Ashley Carlson | Read Instructor Bio | |||
For advanced tap students looking for a challenge and to take their skills to the professional level. Students will learn advanced tap steps and technique that will result in a final showcase at the end. Previous tap experience required. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 8 - 17 | August 3 - 7 | 10:00 - 11:30 | August 7* | $150 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Musical Theater
Broadway Snippets |
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| Instructor: Alex King & DeLayne Dayton | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will enhance their singing, dancing, and acting skills as they take on a role and learn a 20-minute musical in one week! For Ages 10 - 14 |
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| Show | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| B | July 6 - 10 | 10:30 - 12:30 | July 10* | $200 |
| A | July 13 - 17 | 12:30 - 2:30 | July 17* | $200 |
| B | July 27 - 31 | 10:00 - 12:00 | July 31* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Stage Ready (A Broadway Boot Camp) |
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| Instructor: Alex King, Bailee Morris, & DeLayne Dayton | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will receive instruction from guest artists on this intensive journey on the “highway” to performing on the Hale stage. Auditioning, singing, dancing, and acting master classes will be taught throughout the camp as well as Resume’ building and brand new headshots! Students will also prepare to perform in a showcase at the end of the camp. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 10 - 14 | June 8 - 12 | 10:00 - 1:00 | June 12* | $300 |
| 13 - 17 | July 6 - 10 | 2:00 - 5:00 | July 10* | $300 |
| *Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Young Entertainers |
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| Instructor: Jordyn Durfey, Tanner Sumens | Read Instructor Bios | |||
Students will work on stage presence, confidence, and working as an ensemble in this song and dance camp. Students will prepare a showcase to be performed at the end of the week. For Ages 7-9 |
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| Show | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| A | June 1 - 5 | 12:30 - 2:30 | June 5* | $200 |
| B | June 8 - 12 | 1:30 - 3:30 | June 12* | $200 |
| A | June 15 - 19 | 12:30 - 2:30 | June 19* | $200 |
| B | June 22 - 26 | 1:00 - 3:00 | June 26* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Singing
Broadway Singers Camp |
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| Instructor: Tanner DeHaan | Read Instructor Bio | |||
For youth who love to sing! Students will explore proper vocal production through the medium of Broadway style music. Kids will learn the foundations of breath support, tone quality, placement, range control, intonation, dynamics, basic music literacy and understanding, auditioning and presentation. The camp will perform a showcase at the end. |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 12 - 17 | June 1 - 5 | 12:00 - 2:00 | June 5* | $200 |
| * Tech 9:00 AM, Showcase at 12:00 PM, doors open 10 minutes before.
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Theater Design Camp |
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| Instructor: Various in-house designers | Read Instructor Bio | |||
Students will have the chance each day to learn from Hale Centre’s very own technical designers, including Set Design, Light Design, Costume Design, Hair and Makeup Design, and Properties. Each day the kids will have a chance to put what they’ve learned on paper, bringing home a design of their very own! The camp will culminate in a walk-through, presentation fair! |
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| Ages | When | Time | Showcase | Cost |
| 13 - 18 | June 15 - 19 | 10:00 - 2:00 | June 19* | $350 |
| * Presentation fair at 1:30 PM
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