8 Summer Theater Camps Around Columbus

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    Star Performance Academy Summer Camps

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     (407.9 mi)

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    Age 5-17

    Star Performance Academy strives to provide a well-rounded theater education to kids, which is why they focus on acting, singing, and dancing. Summer programs are themed, including Hogwarts Olympics, First Steps on Broadway, and many popular musicals for children and youth.

    Lincoln Theatre Patternz Summer Camp

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     (418.3 mi)

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    Age 6-13

    Kids can explore the performing arts through the Patternz Summer Camp at the historic Lincoln Theater. Campers will learn dance, theater, music and visual arts as they participate in workshops each day. There will be a performance for family and friends at the end of the week to show all that campers have learned.

    Vaud-Villities Youth Show Camp

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     (418.9 mi)

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    Age 6-17

    Vaud-Villities is dedicated not only to teaching kids about various aspects of theater and performing, but also creating an inspiring and enthusiastic environment. Throughout the camp, kids will learn a mini-musical that will be featured at a showcase performance at the end of the week.

    Columbus Children's Theater Summer Camps

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     (419.5 mi)

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    Age 5-15

    Columbus Children's Theater holds summer camps that are designed to inspire young performers and teach acting skills while building communication skills, self esteem, and teamwork. Themes are usually based on popular children's movies and shows.

    The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio Summer Camps

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     (419.6 mi)

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    Age 8-14

    Kids explore their creative side by writing or adapting a script, and performing it at the end of the camp session.

    Capriccio Columbus Summer Institute

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     (426.4 mi)

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    Grade 2-12

    Capriccio Columbus is an adult choir that sings a variety of genres in venues around the Columbus area. Their Summer Institute is a great learning opportunity for young singers who want to improve their music reading skills and confidence, while getting the chance to experience new types of choral music.

    Broadway2LA Summer Acting Camp

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     (430.9 mi)

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    Age 8-17

    Broadway2LA is an acting studio that offers summer acting camps for kids and teens. A representative from an actual talent agency will be present at the final showcase.

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