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MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Stratford Festival Theatre Arts Camp includes year-round programming in which young people can learn collaboratively and experientially alongside their peers. Taught by professional theatre artists, we aim to provide supportive communities of learning that emphasize having fun and creative playmaking.

Participants enjoy a variety of classes, workshops, discussion, rehearsal and theatre-going. Past participants report that our programs helped to increase their self-confidence, further develop their skills as theatre artists and make new friends.

Want to learn more? See what some of our Theatre Arts Camp participants have to say about their experience here.

“This program has surpassed all of our expectations. It is truly remarkable. I can’t thank you enough for the experience that my daughter will cherish for a lifetime! She has already asked if she can do it again next summer!”

“The Stratford Festival teaching artists, Qianna and Brittany, were some of the kindest and most helpful people I have ever met. I loved all the games we played and all the cool tips I learned. I was never really interested in Shakespeare, but now I love it.”

“This camp was so awesome. I met so many friends. I gained more confidence. I grew as both an actor and as a human.”

Space is limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

All are welcome. 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

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 is generously provided by Nancy and the late George Taylor.

OVERNIGHT SUMMER SESSIONS

Theatre Foundations: July 9-15

Theatre Foundations sessions provide participants with the opportunity to explore the foundations 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.

 

Grades 7 & 8

The week includes a ticket to four Festival performances and culminates in a short performance by the participants for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $1,900 +tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

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Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet

 

Musical Theatre Focus: July 16-22

Musical Theatre Focus sessions provide participants with the opportunity to explore the foundations of the musical theatre form through to 2023. Through guided exercises, workshops and rehearsal, the curriculum includes an emphasis on voice, dance and storytelling. In building an original piece, participants will develop and perform original text and a selection of well-known songs from the musical theatre canon.

 

Grades 7 & 8

The week includes a ticket to four Festival performances and culminates in a short performance by the participants for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $2,100 +tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

REGISTER NOW

 

 

 

Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet

 

 

Shakespeare Intensive: July 9-22   

SESSION FULL -To be added to a waiting list, please email educate@stratfordfestival.ca

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, text and movement. With individual and ensemble-based exercises, workshops and rehearsal, participants will learn and stage their own adaptation of one of Shakespeare's classics.

 

Grades 9-12

The week includes a ticket to seven Festival performances and culminates in a short performance by the participants for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $2,900 + tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

 After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

REGISTER NOW

 

 

 

Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet

Musical Theatre Intensive: July 23-August 5

SESSION FULL - To be added to a waiting list, please email educate@stratfordfestival.ca

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 storytelling. With individual and ensemble exercises, workshops and rehearsal, participants will learn and stage their own performance, featuring original text and a selection of well-known songs from the musical theatre canon.

 

Grades 9-12

The week includes a ticket to seven Festival performances and culminates in a short performance by the participants for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $3,200 +tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

REGISTER NOW

 

 

 

Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet

Theatre Production: July 9-15

Theatre Production sessions provide participants with a deep exploration of what goes on behind-the-scenes in the theatre. 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.

 

Grades 8-12

The week includes a ticket to four Festival performances and culminates in a short presentation by the participants for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $1,900 +tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

REGISTER NOW

 

 

 

Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet

Playwriting Intensive: July 23-August 5

Led by a professional playwright, this program invites young writers to develop creative playwriting techniques to express their original ideas. Working collaboratively and on their own, participants will experiment with different writing exercises, styles and genres in order to bring a script from page to stage. The program culminates in a reading of participants' original work by professional artists.

 

Grades 8-12

The week includes a ticket to seven Festival performances and culminates in a reading of participants' original work by members of the Stratford Festival acting company for family and friends.

All meals, performance tickets and accommodation are included in the session price.

Cost: $2,900 +tax

 

To Register:

Please secure your spot with payment using the button below.*

After payment is made, you will receive a follow-up email with the Registration Form to submit in order to complete your registration.

*When paying, you will be given the option to pay the full amount or to create a payment plan to divide the payment into 3 installments as follows: $25 immediately upon registration; $150 deposit charged 30 days after registration; balance charged 90 days from the date of purchase or by Thursday, June 1, 2023 whichever is first.

 

REGISTER NOW

 

 

 

Please note: Your registration will not be complete until both the fee has been paid and the registration form is received. Once the complete registration is received a confirmation of registration will be sent to you with a welcome package to the program.

 

Information Sheet