Best New York Theater Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Our SUNY Purchase College location is a sprawling 500-acre campus located in the heart of beautiful Westchester County. It offers endless acres of playing fields, training areas, and 2 new floodlit turf, football, and baseball fields. As many as six full soccer fields, 12 short-sided fields, and NCAA regulation baseball and softball diamonds are expertly maintained for daily use. Facilities also include 14 newly-surfaced deco tennis courts (6 lighted), 3 full indoor, and 3 outdoor basketball courts.

Campers will also utilize 3 air-conditioned indoor gymnasiums, racquetball and squash courts, training rooms, an Olympic-size indoor swimming pool, a newly-renovated performance center, and a video analysis room.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Youth Leadership Program (YLP) combines the fun of being a participant with important life skills such as leadership, personal development, teamwork, and communication, all under the watchful eyes of our experienced educators and coaches.

Working with guidance from our camp and program director(s), YLP participants will observe and assist in all aspects of the camp program and daily activities, while receiving performance feedback in a constructive environment, helping to build self-confidence and interpersonal skills.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Institute for American Musical Theatre building in NYC as well as Housing which is located at The Towers at CCNY where the out of town students are housed.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Voice, acting, dance, improv all taught but current and past broadway performers. From 9-4 every day right here in NYC! This will be our 6th Summer for Broadway Bootcamp and the IAMT brand should instill confidence that your child will be mentored by some of the best teachers in NYC. Take dance classes from performers who actually performed them on a Broadway stage! From two-time Tony Award nominated actor/dancer Gavin Lee (Mary poppins and Spongebob) to Paloma Garcia Lee (Charlie and the Choc factory, Phantom of the Opera, Nice work if you can get it, Natasha Pierre and Moulin rouge), Keven Quillion (Bandstand, My fair lady, grease, Shrek), IAMT Dance Head Nicholas Cunningham, Broadway choreographer Ricky Hinds, Jennifer DiNoia (Wicked), Deanna Doyle (On The Town, Tuck Everlasting and many more!

Learn acting from IAMT co-founder Michael Minarik who performed in such Broadway shows as Les Miserables, Rock of Ages and Matilda! As well as the Broadway national tours of Urinetown and Little Women. Michael also is a Tony Nominated Broadway Producer for the hit musical Rock of Ages!!!

We promote joy and love and excitement for broadway and everything it has to offer.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available based on need and talent

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: IAMT is a two-year musical theatre conservatory training program for those students who specifically want a career in the performing arts. Broadway Bootcamp is the perfect place to discover if musical theatre is the right path for you!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website.
Boot Camp Session I: June 13th thru July 1st 2022 (3 weeks)

Boot Camp Session II: July 4th thru July 29th 2022 (4 weeks)

PRICING: (Includes a ticket to a Broadway show and performance fees)

$2700.00 for the three-week intensive

$3600.00 for the four-week intensive

Scholarships are available for deserving students!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Enjoy an exciting session of interactive filmmaking experience in a fun-filled, textbook-free environment. This unique summer camp challenges your child to work creatively as individuals as well as in teams.

In one or two amazing, action-packed weeks, our campers, ages 13-18, will learn to handle professional equipment including lighting, video camera, computer editing program and go through all stages of film production:
- Creative Screenwriting
- Directing
- Cinematography
- Editing
- Acting

The camp emphasizes the encouragement of the children to express themselves and their artistic visions through the process of filmmaking. Guided by industry professionals each step of the way, participants will learn the fundamental skills in filmmaking and bring home a finished film of their own.
Kids grow up fast. Make this summer count and give them the cinematic experience they deserve!
Join us. It's going to be an awesome summer!

Instructor: ERIC LAU is an alumnus of NYU's prestigious Graduate Film Program. He has worked in the film industry for 34 years. His films, Nightwatchman and Ragged Edge, won the Best Narrative Film Award in the 1981 and 1984 Hong Kong International Film Festivals as well as Best Production, Best Editing, and Best Cinematography Awards in the 1984 First Run.

Lau has been a Director / Producer / Cinematographer for many commercials and feature films. In 2007, he directed and produced Elevator Weekend which won the Official Selection category for both the Staten Island Film Festival and Long Island International Film Festival. He has produced and directed international TV commercials for Snapple, Toyota, China Unicom, and Blue Man Group among others, and garnered numerous awards including the Telly Award and the Gold and Silver Awards for the Taiwanese Annual TV Advertisement Awards.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Filmmaking Afterschool Program
Solar’s afterschool program offers children ages 13-18 enormous fun and a great learning experience. Kids will work in teams to learn how to write, shoot, edit, and direct films. We offer a hands-on filmmaking workshop, promoting storytelling in a fun, textbook-free environment.

Our philosophy is “they teach, we inspire.” The kids will be using professional filmmaking equipment while learning teamwork, expressing their thoughts, and developing their voice. Our experienced teachers will make sure students walk away from the program has had a ton of fun and laughs, having gained valuable experience, and with a complete short film created through their own artistic vision.

Schedule - Thursdays, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Fall Session - 14 Classes
September 14th to December 14th
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Winter Session - 13 Classes
January 4th to March 29th

Spring Session - 11 Classes
April 12th to June 21st

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Schedule Monday – Friday (Hours: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM)
Session 1: June 25 - 29 (1 Week)
Session 2: July 2 - 6 (1 Week)
Session 3: July 9 - 13 (1 Week)
Session 4: July 23 - August 3 (2 Weeks)
Session 5: August 6 – 10 (1 Week)
Session 6: August 20 – 31 (2 Weeks)
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Tuition - $1,200: One Week, $2,300 Two Weeks

Includes:
Instruction by industry professionals
Supervision during session hours, meals and field trips
A ratio of at least one adult per 5 campers
Professional equipment for lighting, filming, sound, and editing

*This is a day camp. Housing and lunch are not provided.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Yomawha features beautiful woodlands, a mountain stream, a lake for boating, private swimming pool, climbing wall, state-of-the-art playground and various athletic fields. In this country-like setting, campers ages 5 to 15 enjoy use of the swimming pool and private lockers dedicated to the Y, with instruction in the morning and free swim in the afternoon.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer campers a wide variety of challenging, enjoyable and stimulating activities in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere. Activities include sports, arts & crafts, nature study, boating, climbing wall, hiking, music, drama, and more! Throughout the summer, camp is filled with entertainers and special days to add to the fun. Our expert activity specialists, fully trained counselors and professional supervisory staff are all there to ensure your child has a safe, nurturing and fun summer.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The CIT Program at Camp Yomawha is a summer-long leadership training workshop where young adults will learn the importance of being strong leaders and positive role models. This program includes skill building trips outside of camp, hands-on work with younger campers and community service components. Being a part of this program is not just about building better counselors, it’s about building stronger leaders.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Many different session options! See our website for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: At Good Shepherd School, KING utilizes the gym, cafeteria, a number of classrooms, and the auditorium for indoor activities each day.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids in the Game Summer Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. Kids in the Game Summer Camps are designed for girls and boys entering Pre-K4 through 8th grade in the fall. The campers are divided into small groups for athletic instruction according to skill level, previous experience, and age. Campers will also participate in larger group games and activities throughout the day.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships & Family Discounts Available

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: Jun 25 - Jun 29
Session 2: Jul 02 - Jul 06
Session 3: Jul 09 - Jul 13
Session 4: Jul 16 - Jul 20
Session 5: Jul 23 - Jul 27
Session 6: Jul 30 - Aug 03
Session 7: Aug 06 - Aug 10
Session 8: Aug 13 - Aug 17

Please visit our website Our Camp Website Link: www.kidsinthegame.com for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking to fill roles from counselors, to Division Leaders, to Assistant Directors. For more information or to apply, contact info[AT]kidsinthegame.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp is situated in a beautiful natural environment, including a private lake and 200+ acres of fields and wooded trails. Our surroundings provide the perfect setting for trotting horses, rowing boats, hitting balls, riding bikes, discovering trails, painting canvases, roasting marshmallows, and making new best friends.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Camp Echo we thoughtfully blend fun, challenge, and success into our entire program. As campers mature, they gain responsibility, earn privileges and are allowed to choose more of their activities. �Progression� is intentionally woven into everything we do in order to meet the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each child.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.campecho.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2014 August Holiday Camp Program: 8/11 – 8/29
Monday through Thursday 9am – 3pm
*Half day options available
$250/day
$2750 for all 3 weeks

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an air conditioned facility that is a community center during the year. The space is clean and modern, featuring a performance space, ample classrooms, and wheelchair accessibility. Located in a clean and safe family-friendly neighborhood next to a popular park.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camp activities, from brainstorming a story to acting games to sports in the park, are linked by a common peace-building thread which includes mottos such as "all ideas are good" and anti-bullying rules, including ‘no teasing or fake teasing, no fighting or fake fighting.’ Campers share ideas, collaborate with others and perform a show that is completely from their imagination. Don't miss the opportunity for a truly unique summer.

Kids Creative is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that offers arts based, peace education programs for Pre-K to High School age students through after school programs, workshops and summer camps.

Voted NYC's BEST SUMMER CAMP - Red Tricycle Totally Awesome Awards 2013

In our after school programs we make sure to have homework help, teaching students how to complete problems on their own with confidence.

Our Mission:
The mission of Kids Creative is to foster the 6 C’s of peacemaking in youth: Confidence, Creativity, Conflict Resolution, Community, Collaboration and Cookies through arts education programs and live music and theater events.

Our Vision:
We believe that a better, more peaceful future is achievable by teaching youth the creative, critical thinking and social skills necessary to make peace within themselves and in society.

Our Values:
-Creative freedom is essential for problem solving.
- We must value and encourage children's imaginations.
- Group collaboration is important for supporting individual skill building.
- Cultural awareness and sharing can help individuals build confidence in their community.
- We must understand and respect our environment.
- Every child has gifts and talents.

How we work:
During our after school programs, summer camps, and workshops, we use the creative arts as a space to teach peace education. Our ultimate goal is to build a school where youth are involved with peace education during their academic studies. Our main rule is, 'All ideas are good'. In other words, we show kids that they rock.

Our programs aim:
- To provide a fun, safe space for students of all ages, backgrounds and learning styles.
- To encourage anti-bullying techniques of creative conflict resolution, tolerance and appreciation for the ideas and beliefs of others.
- To instill a love of music and the arts in children.
- To build appreciation for children’s creativity in the general public.

Kids Creative has at its core what we call the 6 C's of peacemaking. Each of these C's is essential to the building of communities in each of our programs. We have divided these into Upper Case and lower case C's.

Community—The overarching “C”. The ultimate key to building peace is being able to coexist with those around you, and to build a functional community where issues are raised and resolved in a constructive manner.

Confidence Building—The basic “C”. You have to be able to accept yourself, and be happy with who you are in order to feel an essential part of building a peaceful community.

Conflict Resolution—The tough “C”. The most difficult aspect of working with others is resolving problems that arise in a manner that is beneficial for all involved. It is possible to easily find temporary solutions, but this is only the first step to conflict resolution. For true peacebuilding, one must also know how to find solutions that are sustainable, meets the needs of the community, and take into account the often numerous factors that contributed to causing and perpetuating the conflict.

Collaboration—The cooperative “C”. No community exists in a bubble, and it is important that members feel invested in working together and finding sustainable solutions. Without collaboration, solutions are only temporary.

Creativity—The innovative “C”. Sometimes, we need to think outside the box and use our imaginations to solve conflicts that arise. We have to be open to the ideas of others to make everyone feel comfortable.

Cookies—The fun “C”. One of our strongest beliefs is that the more enjoyable it is to be a part of a community, the more people are going to want to be involved in sustaining it. People must feel like they are having fun in order to be invested in solving conflicts and building a peaceful, equitable society.

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer internships, CIT (ages 14-15), and Apprenticeship programs: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

Persons aged 16+ are eligible for counselor positions: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We encourage everyone who feels they may need one to apply for a scholarship - we offer full and partial scholarships. About 50% of our campers have some type of aid.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family visits are welcome at camp, just give us a call before you come visit and we will make sure to include you in your child's activities! We also encourage parents to attend field trips with us as chaperones.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: FREE Creative Saturdays once a month: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

After school programs in schools around NYC and the boroughs.

We offer workshops, demos, and concerts by our professional band, the Dirty Sock Funtime Band, featured on Nick Jr.

Come Join the Band program: your child can learn a new instrument or advance their skills in one they already play! Students work with professional musicians to create a band, write their own music, increase performance, technical, and other skills, and learn how to form a band!

OTHER CAMP INFO: Press: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

Staff: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

The KC Experience: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

Creative Saturdays: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org

Youtube: Our Camp Website Link: www.youtube.com

Facebook: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

Twitter: Our Camp Website Link: twitter.com

Instagram: Our Camp Website Link: instagram.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Create-A-Play Summer Program!
July 2- August 10 (No camp on July 4)
(Join us for 2, 4 or 6 weeks)
Session 1: July 2 - July 13
Session 2: July 16 - July 27
Session 3: July 30 - August 10

EXPLORERS: GRADES K-2 (AGES 4-7)
DISCOVERERS: GRADES 2-4(AGES 7-10)
ACTIVISTS: GRADES 5-8 (AGES 11-14)
(Grade child will be entering Fall 2018)

Monday to Friday:
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Early drop-off: 8:30 AM
Late pick-up option: 5:00 PM

Full 6-Week Registration (July 2-August 10): $3000
Create-A-Play (Session 1): $1010
Create-A-Play (Session 2): $1125
Create-A-Play (Session 3): $1125
*DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE, please refer to our website!
*Comparable to and often more affordable than other NYC summer camps!

Summer Camp Homepage: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org
Registration: Our Camp Website Link: campscui.active.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Join our team! Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.kidscreative.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: A traditional, co-ed camp, completely secluded and features two private spring-fed lakes and an outstanding array of top notch facilities on magnificently manicured grounds.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The court is our classroom - we focus on good sportsmanship, quality instruction, fun and safety! Our athletic program features top-quality instruction by experienced varsity & college coaches on outstanding facilities. The right balance between competition and just having fun allows every camper to be comfortable joining in, while promoting TEAMWORK AND SPIRIT. Winning is great, but our goal is that every camper walks off the field or court with more friends, more confidence, and higher self-esteem.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers entering the 11th grade are eligible to participate in our Leadership Training Program (LPT).

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host several reunions in various age groups throughout the year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Timber Lake is a full session camp, beginning on June 25th and ending on August 14th.

CAMP FACILITIES: We will be using the dorms at Suffolk University

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a beautiful 600 seat theater, an Olympic sized swimming pool, outdoor tennis courts, outdoor basketball courts and much more.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We hire 10th grade CITs (counselors in training) who get to be involved in activities as a camper while learning how to be a leader through directing, choreographing and running activities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run a youth theater company year round. The Junior Company for 1st - 6th grade and the Senior Company for 7th - 12th grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete camp info, please refer to camp[AT]syjcc.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire 10th grade CITs (counselors in training) who get to be involved in activities as a camper while learning how to be a leader through directing, choreographing and running activities. 

CAMP FACILITIES: Our 27 acre campus is a childs paradise for FUN!
Maticulously maintained facilities include seven pools and a stunning water park that we call WATERWORLD. We enjoy a magnificent turf athletic stadium, multiple sport courts, program studios, soccer fields, baseball diamonds and much...much more!

Come see for yourself what makes Pierce the gold standard in day camping.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Pierce is so very proud of its outsanding staff!
They are a spirited group of experienced, mature, nurturing individuals that thrive in the camp environment. We place the highest priority on attracting, training and keeping the best staff on earth!

We offer the closest camper to staff ratios available, and work hard to insure that each and every camper who attends our summer programs walk away with a smile on their face and incresed athletic and social skill sets.
PIERCE...A place that smiles! :-)

OTHER CAMP INFO: The Pierce family also owns and directs an outstanding resident camp in the beautiful Lakes Region of southern New Hampshire... Pierce Camp Birchmont.

Additional insight and information on Birchmont can be found on line at: Our Camp Website Link: www.campbirchmont.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions, Dates & Rates can be retrieved from our great web site at: Our Camp Website Link: www.piercecamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking to join an outstanding staff for the summer experience of your life?

Check out our staffing portal at: Our Camp Website Link: www.piercecamps.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located on the grounds of the Green Meadow Waldorf School and Threefold Educational Foundation, which provide us with beautiful, spacious indoor facilities as well as the fields, woods, streams, farm, gardens, and swimming facility that make us The Nature Place.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Nature Place is a nature-oriented, non-competitive day camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.thenatureplace.com for camp enrollment and to learn more about dates and rates for this summer.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Opportunities for counselors, outdoor educators, and waterfront staff at our non-competitive, nature-oriented day camp.

Visit Our Camp Website Link: thenatureplace.campintouch.com to apply online.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have custom built housing for our campers, some of the best at any summer camp, we have 4 professional theaters, a 2 story fine arts complex, 3 ring flying circus, fully featured waterfront, 16 music studios, 3 dance studios, rock rehearsal facilities and recording studio, ATV's and more sports, fully featured waterfront and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Long Lake Camp for the Arts is a performing arts and fine arts camp combined for more summer fun! Make new friends in theater, acting, dance, music, film, circus, fine arts, rock bands, and more. We offer a non competitive program accepting both beginners and experienced creative children. Our campers 100% create and design their own perfect schedule at Long Lake with our help and guidance.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please call us for financial assistance: 914-693-7111. We are happy to discuss a partial scholarship for your family so we can make possible for you.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer 3 week and 6 week sessions, new campers are ages 8 to 15. Please visit our website for more details. Our Camp Website Link: www.longlakecamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Long Lake Camp for the Arts in upstate New York is looking for performing and fine arts staff to teach children music (many instruments) , theater, dance, circus, rock bands, many different fine arts and more. To apply please email marc[AT]longlakecamp.com your resume with cell phone number. Please then call Geoff Burnett on 914 693 7111 for an interview. We need staff usually for 9 to 10 weeks watch summer starting the end of June until the end of August.Please Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.longlakecamp.com.  We look forward to getting to know you and learn about your skills.

CAMP FACILITIES: Summer at Coupé is located at Coupé Theatre Studio facility which includes 7 fully equipped dance studios with sprung floors, mirrors, installed barres, and state of the art audio and video equipment.

There are multiple waiting rooms and observation windows for parents as well as dressing rooms and rest rooms for boys and girls.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For decades, Summer at Coupé has offered training in the performing arts which many choose as an extension of their year-round interests in dance and theatre.

Summer at Coupé faculty are all trained instructors with college degrees in the performing arts, or who have had extensive professional careers in the world of dance and theatre. Visit our website for more information on our faculty: Our Camp Website Link: www.coupedance.com

Classes during the Summer at Coupé session are structured for groups of students based on their age and experience in the performing arts. The curriculum and daily scheduling keeps campers busy from 10 am until 5 pm in class and workshops, with time for lunch.

Campers may order lunch on a pre-set menu from a local deli or bring their own lunch from home. A snack bar for water and healthy snacks are on the premises.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Final performance is presented on the last day of camp, featuring our 5-week campers, for a family and friends audience to see the projects, dances and musical theatre campers have completed during the five-week session.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summer at Coupé is the summer program offered by Coupé Theatre Studio, which is a year-round school for the performing arts. Classes at Coupé are available for students age three through senior year in high school, and include: ballet, jazz, tap, demi pointe and pointe, theatre dance, hip hop, modern, lyrical jazz, acro, kinders, musical theatre, acting and voice.

Adult classes are offered year-round, with an extensive schedule Monday through Thursday evenings in the Summer. Visit our website for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.coupedance.com

"All boys" classes exist in ballet, funky jazz, partnering and conditioning during the school year.

OTHER CAMP INFO: ALL campers travel on buses for Wednesday matinees to see hit shows on Broadway in New York City.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer at Coupé is a five-week summer program beginning July 1st, with NO SESSION on July 4th.

Please see our website for more specific information about the 2019 program: Our Camp Website Link: www.coupedance.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Schechter Westchester has state of the art facilities on a lovely campus. The modern facilities are fully air conditioned and include: smart boards in the classrooms, a music room, a large art room, library, science labs, expansive fields for sports and a large gymnasium.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Challenge Camp is celebrating its 38th year of offering summer enrichment learning opportunities for bright and curious children. We are dedicated to providing meaningful opportunities for children to realize their intellectual and personal potential. Challenge Camp is an ACA accredited camp located on a picturesque campus in Hartsdale, New York. We offer over 100 courses ranging from architecture to chess to cooking to magic to model rocketry to video production and many options in between. There are also sports options as part of the Afternoon Challenge as we encourage students to challenge both their mind and body.

Inspiring curiosity through our dynamic staff and innovative classes. Courses are designed to stimulate imagination and creativity. Please visit our website to learn more about our innovative program.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a CIT program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.challengecamps.com for additional information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp takes place in our state of the art black box theater and rehearsal spaces.

Teens will also have access to our fitness center, basketball gym, pool and various classes in the different fitness studios.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Participants will study with theater experts from a variety of fields and disciplines. Artists from Amas Musical Theatre, MCC Theater, and Red Fern Theatre Company provide specific instruction in the areas of musical theater, acting, Shakespeare, and playwriting. The 14th Street Y will teach various master classes in a safe, nurturing, non-competitive space.

Throughout camp, teens will work with theater professionals, including actors, talent agents, stage managers, and directors, providing
mentorship, tips, and educational opportunities.

This is the only summer program in NYC where teens experience instruction from award-winning
theater companies; feel empowered by creating their own theater and receive high quality
training for auditions, all in one place.

Camp culminates in a performance of work teens create under the guidance of our teaching artist staff.

Amas Musical Theatre Intensive
Add on Week! July 21-25th

New this year! In addition to working with young people, Amas (which means "you love" in Latin) has cultivated new and diverse voices in American musical theatre, including over 60 professional productions. 
In this week-long program, teens gain expertise in acting, dancing, and singing techniques, with emphasis on how these skills all come together to create a musical theatre performance. The week will conclude in a showcase of skills learned for family and friends.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Teens who have completed 9th-12th grades and have previous theater experience are
welcome into our CIT program. CITs work as assistant teaching artists, group leaders, and develop their skills as directors.

In the afternoons, CITs have their own acting class, focused on advanced acting technique and take part in the final performance.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships available upon request.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Guiding Principles
CREATE
Teens will develop their skills as performers through technical training with our professional teaching artist staff and find their unique voice through the creation of their own work.

PERFORM
Teens will take the stage in a public performance of the skills they have acquired and the theater that they have developed.

INSPIRE
Teens will learn how to use theater to change the world, focusing on the issues that matter most to them.

LEAD
Teens in our Counselor-In-Training (CIT)
program will gain teaching, directing, and theatre
management experience that will enable them to be leaders in their theaters, schools, and communities.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration Info
(Early Bird Prices) if paid in full by April 1st.

Full 3 Weeks July 7-25
Incoming 6th-9th
Non Y-Member $1,250 ($1,150)
Y Member/Alumni $1,150 ($1,100)
Incoming 10th-1st year HS grads
Non Y-Member $1,050 ($1,000)
Y Member/Alumni $1,000 ($950)

Teen Theater Summer Camp July 7-18
Incoming 6th-9th
Non Y-Member $900 ($850)
Y Member/Alumni $850 ($800)
Incoming 10th-1st year HS grads
Non Y-Member $650 ($600)
Y Member/Alumni $600 ($550)

Amas Musical Theatre Intensive July 21-25
All grades
Non Y-Member $550 ($500)
Y Member/Alumni $500 ($450)

CAMP FACILITIES: The Queens College is a beautiful landscaped 79-acre campus with out-door and in-door tennis courts and playing fields for soccer, softball and lacrosse. The Fitzgerald Gym is 40,000+ sq ft. basketball and volleyball courts and an 25 yard length pool.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: EDUCATION AND SPORTS PROGRAM: ages 5 -14 This program provides enrichment for youngsters who wish to develop talents and interests outside their regular schools. Faculty members have been selected for their ability to communicate the joy of learning to young students and to promote invention, creativity, and self-expression. All indoor classes are in air-conditioned classrooms. For the 5 & 6 year old we offer Kindergarten Academy or First Grade Academy which has small groups supervised by caring counselors. This program is combined with a half day of Sports activities, taught by experienced instructors who encourage the love of physical fitness, sports and good sportsmanship.

NEW QC Sports Club: Ages 9-14
Queens College facilities are among the best in the City. The spacious Fitzgerald Gym houses an Olympic-standard pool and basketball courts. Outdoor facilities include tennis courts, softball fields and soccer fields. Children ages 9 to 14 can choose a major/minor program that allows them to experience a number of different sports.

THEATER PRODUCTION: ages 9-14
Do you enjoy acting? Do you like to dance? Are you artistic—can you create scenery and costumes? Or would you rather go behind the scenes and become a stage manager? This program will teach campers the many different aspects to creating a successful musical play. The Theater Production will stimulate your child’s imagination while equipping them with valuable traits such as self-esteem and confidence. Join the fun as we put together a musical for parents and peers to see! Past musicals have included The Little Mermaid, Jungle Book, Oliver, Mary Poppins, and others!

LITTLE THEATER: ages 5 - 8
We will work on our dancing, singing and acting in the mornings then go have fun in the gym and fields in the afternoon along with instructional swim time. This year we're looking forward a production of Lion King and 101 Dalmatians. It's adorable!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor-in-Training Leadership Program for teenagers 15 and 16 focus on developing strong leaders. It helps prepare young adults for the next phases in their lives - college and the workplace. Gain job skills through training, discussion, observation & practical experiences. 8, 6 or 4 weeks programs. 8 week fee $2600.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: SPRING BREAK Sports Clinics: ages 6 to 13. April 10 to April 14, 9 to 3 $295. Children will concentrate on one specific sport in the morning and then practice with the Strength, Speed and Agility Team in the afternoon to pull it all together for a fun week. Sports to be offered: Choose: Basketball, Baseball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Softball, Volleyball, Fencing (ages 9-13) OR Swim (level 5+)

Queens College Athletic Department also offer Swimming and Tennis Lessons on weekends year round. Children ages 4 to 16. visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.QueensKnights.com or Our Camp Website Link: www.QCTennis.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp hours: 9 am to 4 pm. Additional early drop off hours available for 8am start and/or late pick up to 5pm for additional fee.
Lunch, "Grab-n-go" breakfast and mid-day snack is provided.
Bus service for all points Queens and Western Nassau County available for additional fee.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions Dates and Program Dates:
Full Summer 8 weeks: July 3 to August 24, 2017
2,4,6 or 8 week programs available.
The Education with Sports program dates are: July 3, (4,6 or 8 weeks) July 31 (2 or 4 weeks) or August 14 (final 2 weeks).

2 week session dates:
1st A session: July 3- July 14
2nd B session: July 17- July 28
3rd C session: July 31 - Aug 11
4th D session: August 14 - August 24

4 week session dates:
1st 4 weeks: July 3 – July 28
2nd 4 weeks: July 31 – Aug 24

Price Tuition / Sibling discount 10% off
2 weeks: $ 1190 / Sibling $1070
4 weeks: $ 2115 / Sibling $1900
6 weeks: $ 2890 / Sibling $2600
8 weeks: $ 3640 / Sibling $3280

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselor Jobs available for Summer Camp
Job applications available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.queensknights.com

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

-High School graduate
- Experience in working with children (babysitting, school field work assisting in classroom, etc)
-Strong desire to work with children
- Enthusiasm, patience and self-control

July 3rd to August 24, 2017
Hours: 8:30am -4:30pm
Monday to Friday approximately $300 per week.
Must attend mandatory orientation day in June.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY
Supervise group to children attending to their needs, keeping them on schedule and assisting teachers at all classes
-Keep daily attendance records for group
-Help with lunch for all children
-Supervise safe transport of children from activity to activity
-Tend to all personal needs of children
-Assist teachers in their needs in conducting classes
-Accompany children to bathroom and water breaks.

CAMP FACILITIES: Bristol Hills Music Campers live in cabins, rehearse in the dining hall, practice outside (weather permitting) while enjoying nature, have recreation time playing ultimate frisbee, soccer, football, basketball, or swimming. We have 3 brand new bathroom/shower facilities and a huge campfire area. Located in the Bristol Hills, we have the best setting to view spectacular nightly sunsets!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This is the 60th Anniversary of Bristol Hills Music Camp. We accept band, orchestra and vocal musicians in grades 7-12 who have a passion for music and want to share it with others like them. We offer a Junior and Senior High Concert Band and Jazz Ensembles, a Junior String Ensemble and full Symphony Orchestra, a Vocal Ensemble, a Junior and Senior High All Camp Chorus, daily music electives, numerous small group ensembles, private lessons, including guitar. We offer recitals each evening with performances from staff, counselors, campers and ensembles. We culminate our week with a concert performance of all major ensembles for parents and friends.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bristol Hills Music Camp offers a wonderful CIT program to those entering 12th grade and have attended our camp for at least 1 year. CITs are campers given opportunities to mentor with veteran counselors with the chance to demonstrate and hone their leadership skills.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: New York State students may check the NYSSSA website for scholarship information and eligibility.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Bristol Hills Music Camp is a very friendly and accepting camp. Our campers return year after year to experience the magic of Bristol - the great music, memories and friendships that are made.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We are a 1-week camp - August 14-20, 2022
Please find tuition and registration information on our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp location has indoor facilities (gym, classrooms, auditorium), a pool, sports fields. Some have tennis courts and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MINI CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGE 3
A fun-filled first camp experience
for 3 year-old campers!

DAY CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 4-8
Pure fun! Activities include: swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama and more!

SPORTS CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
The finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more!

SENIOR CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 9-15
For campers interested in new challenges and adventures!

MAJOR CAMPS
For Boys & Girls
Gr K-10
Unique specialty camps in Science, Technology, Design, Business and the Arts.

TENNIS CAMPS
Single-Sport Camps 1-9 weeks
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
Designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Full and half day options.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy
Haverford, PA at The Haverford School
Chestnut Hill, PA at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Montgomery Springs, PA at Montgomery School
Newtown Square, PA at Episcopal Academy
Tinton Falls, NJ at Ranney School
Lawrenceville, NJ at The Lawrenceville School
Baltimore, MD at The Gilman School
North Bethesda, MD at The Georgetown Prep School Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LEaD)
Young Adults, Age 15-17

OVERVIEW
Join the Leadership Exploration and Development Program (LEaD) and prepare to be a part of the next generation of ESF Leaders. Discover your unique leadership abilities and gain rewarding experience that will help you to develop the skills to be a future ESF counselor or coach, as well as a productive member of your home and school communities. Through immersive leadership workshops, hands-on mentoring and apprentice opportunities, team building initiatives and philanthropic service learning experiences, the LEaD Program will prepare you for the very valuable job of making a difference in the lives of children.

Highlights include:
- CPR and First Aid training
- An adventure-based field trip
- Service learning credit hours
- Exposure to ESF experts and talented activity specialists
- Recreational activities & sports
- Swimming

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 - August 18 (dates may vary at different locations)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At ESF, we hire only the best of the best and we take great pride in the fact that our team members aspire to positions of leadership and responsibility. In recognition of the individual strengths and talents of our team members, we actively support both personal and professional development every summer and provide the tools and guidance necessary for advancement.

Our team of counselors, coaches and lifeguards/swim instructors consists of teachers as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in a variety of fields including but not limited to Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work and Family Science.

Our training and leadership development programs propel ESF to the forefront of the camp industry. Additionally, a high percentage of team members return to our ESF family each year to create amazing life experiences for our campers.

For complete jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.esfjobs.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our summer camp facilities are extensive, having constantly been built up and improved since 1926. In addition to our lake, 1.5 miles of private shoreline and over 800 acres of land, our facilities support a huge range of summer camp sports and activities, including basketball, baseball, soccer, swimming, horseback riding, and much more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: FLC is not a co-ed camp but rather a brother/sister camp. This means that our boys camp and girls camp each have their own distinct programs, activities, campuses, and living areas. The separate girls and boys camp programs co-exist on our same FLC property, providing a unique experience for each. The brother/sister camp arrangement is very popular with families that want to send brothers and sisters to the same camp, but also want their children to have their own camp experiences. Please visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.forestlakecamp.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Forest Lake Camp also runs a Family Camp, learn more: Our Camp Website Link: forestlakecamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please view session dates and tuition at: Our Camp Website Link: forestlakecamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Professional Broadway Rehearsal Studio

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: None

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: A Class Act NY offers many Year-Round Programs. Check Our Camp Website Link: www.AClassActNY.com for more details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July Session Dates: Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17
August Session Dates: Monday, August 17 – Friday, August 21
Where: Pearl Studios – 500 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018
Cost: 750.00 – includes three complimentary seats to the Final Showcase, a ticket to the Broadway matinee and talk back and A Class Act NY camp t-shirt!

CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.

Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!

Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.

We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.

Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!

CAMP FACILITIES: Students stay in university residence halls in all of our domestic programs and in hotels in Paris and Mallorca.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer Study Programs has been running pre-college programs for 25 years. Each of our programs allows students to be in class for approximately 3 hours a day, while participating in daily afternoon, evening, and weekend activities/excursions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A small amount of financial aid available may be available to students in need.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.SummerStudy.com for complete program details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See website at Our Camp Website Link: www.summerstudy.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested applicants may submit their application on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.SummerStudy.com or mail our application (available online) to:

SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS
900 WALT WHITMAN RD.
MELVILLE, NY 11747

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a beautiful event space, many acting studios, a recording studio, an actors lounge, tv screens, and cameras.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This is "the ultimate dream camp for young performers" as featured in BroadwayWorld!

In addition to real-world training, our past participants have met representation or found auditions for major NY & LA productions through our program.

Jump-start your acting career through master classes and events with New York industry pro's in TV, film, commercial and print.

Learn and train with VIPs and receive quality feedback plus videos from class to watch at home.

Film a high-quality scene for your demo reel and receive a complimentary headshot!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Actors Connection offers year-round opportunities for young performers! There are two exciting weekends coming up: Pilot Season Weekend and Broadway Weekend. Visit our website for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.actorsconnection.com or email kids[AT]actorsconnection.com for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We utilize several air conditioned theater and camera studios in an Equity approved rehearsal/audition space with lounges.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Rita Litton is an award winning acting teacher and coach. She is the proud recipient of three Backstage Magazine Reader's Choice Awards ("Favorite Acting Courses for Teens,") and a frequent choice in 'Best Summer Acting Programs for Teens." Professional film and television acting courses (involving the intimacy of the camera) combine with theater technique and discipline.

Four Summer Intensives (Weeks A, B, C, D) offer a concentration of Foundations work (Technique, tools, acting process) or Advanced On Camera work on acting for Television and Film, along with concentrated Audition Technique.
Rita's distinguished ACTeen graduates (see her main page video with actor Jon Seda of "Chicago Justice") appear in TV series(15 were principals in series last season), films, on Broadway and in the most competitive theater universities and conservatories. Various press in Seventeen, Cosmo Girl, New York Magazine, NY Post, The Princeton Review, Dramatics Magazine, Backstage, and publications such as "How to Be A Working Actor" by Mari Lyn Henry (former Head of Casting for ABC-TV) and "Acting for Young Actors" by Emmy award winning director Mary Lou Belli.

Rigorous training and industry showcases. Intimate class sizes (8-12 students max ) provide individualized instruction and career guidance. Seven week semesters run Fall, Winter, and Spring, followed by four summer week long intensives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Past scholarships have been awarded through the Wishbone Organization.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Five to six week Fall, Winter, and Spring Programs, with classes held on weekends or after school.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our instructors are working adult professionals from acting, directing and casting backgrounds, most of whom also teach in the best adult acting conservatories or universities. They understand the business because they are in the business. See our facebook site at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com for working alum news or our web site for full information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Intensives

Week A: July 10-July 14, 2017-- FOUNDATIONS
Week B: July 17-July 21, 2017-- Advanced On Camera
Week C: July 31-August 4, 2017- FOUNDATIONS
Week D: August 7-August 11, 2017--Adv On Camera

Fees: $850 per week before May 1 ($950 after May 1)
Discounts for early registration, and for taking both Foundations and On Camera weeks (two or more weeks) No off- site supervision available.

REGISTER: Our Camp Website Link: www.ritalitton.com
Apply early for summer discounts!

CAMP FACILITIES: At Saint Stephen of Hungary, KING utilizes the gym, cafeteria, and a number of classrooms for indoor activities each day.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Kids in the Game Summer Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. Kids in the Game Summer Camps are designed for girls and boys entering Pre-K4 through 8th grade in the fall. The campers are divided into small groups for athletic instruction according to skill level, previous experience, and age. Campers will also participate in larger group games and activities throughout the day.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships & Family Discounts Available

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1: Jul 02 - Jul 06
Session 2: Jul 09 - Jul 13
Session 3: Jul 16 - Jul 20
Session 4: Jul 23 - Jul 27
Session 5: Jul 30 - Aug 03
Session 6: Aug 06 - Aug 10

Please visit our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.kidsinthegame.com for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking to fill roles from counselors, to Division Leaders, to Assistant Directors. For more information or to apply, contact info[AT]kidsinthegame.com