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MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Stratford Festival offers year-round programming in which young people can learn collaboratively and experientially alongside their peers.

Our overnight Theatre Arts Camp has been running for more than 20 years. Unique in North America, we aim to provide an unparalleled, immersive learning experience here in Stratford. With a focus on process and taught by professional theatre artists, participants enjoy a variety of classes, workshops, discussion, rehearsal and theatre-going.

2025 sessions include: Theatre Foundations, Musical Theatre, Shakespeare, Theatre Production and Playwriting.

Registration opens January 13 - details for each program are below. Please note: grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

“This camp was one of the best experiences of my life.” (George Crosby, Musical Theatre)

“This was the most incredible week of my life, I learned so much about theatre. It gave me a new confidence in my ability to build a future and career.” (Shams Al-Haddad, Theatre Production)


Past participants report that our camps helped to increase their self-confidence, further develop their skills as theatre artists and allowed them to build long-lasting friendships. 


All are welcome. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes June 1, but many sessions sell out early.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price. Week-long camps include a ticket to four Festival performances and two-week camps include a ticket to seven. All camps culminate in a short performance or sharing of work-in-progress by the participants.

Full and partial financial assistance is available for participants who require it. Financial assistance includes support for camp fees as well as travel costs to and from Stratford, Ontario.

To apply, complete the short Financial Assistance Application form at the link below before registering for the program. We will then contact you with details on how to proceed with the program registration. All financial assistance requests are held in confidence.

Application for Financial Assistance - Coming Soon

If you have any questions before or during the process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by email educate@stratfordfestival.ca or phone at 519.271.4040 x2293.

Financial assistance for the Stratford Festival Theatre Arts Camps generously provided by The Nancy and George Taylor Theatre Arts Camp Financial Assistance Program.

OVERNIGHT SUMMER SESSIONS

Theatre Foundations: July 6-12

Our Grade 7 & 8 Theatre Foundations camps provide participants with the opportunity to explore the fundamentals of theatre with a focus on learning the actor's tools for storytelling. Through guided exercises, workshops and rehearsal, the curriculum includes an exploration of voice, language, movement and ensemble-building.

Cost: $2,100 + tax
Early-bird price until February 3: $1,950 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet

 

Musical Theatre Focus: July 13-19

Our Grade 7 & 8 Musical Theatre Focus camps provide participants with the opportunity to explore the history and foundations of musical theatre from its beginnings through to 2025. Through guided exercises, workshops and rehearsal, the curriculum includes an emphasis on voice, dance and acting and an exploration of some of the genre's greatest songs.

Cost: $2,300 + tax
Early-bird price until February 3: 2,150 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet

 

Shakespeare Intensive: July 6-19

Our Grade 9-12 Shakespeare Intensive sessions provide participants with a more rigorous exploration of Shakespeare's works. The curriculum builds on the foundations of Shakespearean performance with a focus on developing performance skills through voice and text. With individual and ensemble-based exercises, workshops and rehearsal, participants will learn and stage their own adaptation of one of Shakespeare's classics.

Cost: $3,300 + tax
Early-bird price until February 3: $3,100 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet

 

Musical Theatre Intensive: July 20-August 2

Our Grade 9-12 Musical Theatre Intensive sessions provide participants with a more rigorous exploration of the musical theatre genre. The curriculum builds on the foundations of musical theatre performance with a focus on developing the participants' performance skills through voice, dance and acting. With individual and ensemble exercises, workshops and rehearsal, participants will learn and stage their own performance while exploring a selection of songs from the musical theatre canon.

Cost: $3,600 + tax
Early-bird price until February 3: $3,400 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet

 

Theatre Production: July 20-26

Our Grade 8-12 Theatre Production sessions provide participants with a deep exploration of what goes on behind-the-scenes. Through experiential learning, observation and mentorship, participants will explore several different areas of theatre production with professionals working at the Stratford Festival. Areas of exploration include: stage management, carpentry, set and costume design, lighting and sound.

Cost: $2,300 + tax
Early-bird price until February 3: $2,150 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet

 

Playwriting Intensive: July 27-August 2

Led by a professional playwright, this program supports budding playwrights in developing their own creative voice. Participants will experiment with different writing exercises, styles, and genres, with the goal of bringing a short (3-5 minute) original script from page to stage. While there will be dedicated independent writing time and 1:1 dramaturgy sessions with the facilitating playwright, participants should be prepared to work collaboratively with their peers throughout the week. The program culminates with rehearsal and a reading of their short play or scene by Stratford Festival actors.

Cost: $2,100 + tax
Early-bird price to February 3: $1,950 + tax

Registration opens January 13

Please Note: Grade level refers to the participant's grade at the time of registration before they attend in the summer.

Information Sheet