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2026 Summer Camps

Theatre Education > Classes & Camps > 2026 Summer Camps

Spend your summer at the Citadel! Check out our roster of theatre camps for ages 4-18!  

All summer camps run from 9:00am-4:00pm* with one hour for lunch. We also provide extended supervision from 8:30am-9:00am and 4:00-4:30pm at no additional cost. 

  • Learn from the best: Each program is led by a team of professional Foote Theatre School teaching artists who are ready to work with students of all backgrounds and abilities. 
  • Small class sizes: Our small class sizes allow for personalized learning and provide every student a chance to shine in the classroom and onstage. 
  • Multi-Class Discount: Register for more than one camp at a time to receive 15% off!**
*Exception: Story Explorers! runs from 9:00am-12:00pm. Extended supervision for Story Explorers! will be from 8:30am-9:00am, and noon-12:30pm at no additional cost.  
**Multi-Class discounts are not applicable to the Production Performance Labs. 

CATERED LUNCH PROGRAM

The Citadel is pleased to be partnering with our neighbour (and local business), Picklewich, for our 2026 Summer Camp Lunch Program!

  • Catered Lunch Program

TEEN PERFORMANCE LAB (Ages 12-17)

Teen Performance Lab

Ages:
12-17
Dates:
June 29 – July 18
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$975.00

Join a dedicated ensemble of teens in our Performance Lab! This three-week camp will culminate in public performances of Disney’s Newsies JR. in the Rice Theatre on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18.

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TEEN PRODUCTION LAB (Ages 14-17)

Teen Production Lab

Ages:
14-17
Dates:
June 29 – July 18
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$975.00 +GST

Are you a teen with a creative vision for the stage? Working with professional designers and creators, our Production Lab students will have a hand in creating the prop, costume, and design elements for our Teen Performance Lab production of Disney’s Newsies JR., running in the Rice Theatre on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18.

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YOUTH PERFORMANCE LAB (Ages 8-11)

Youth Performance Lab

Ages:
8-11
Dates:
July 20-31
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$725.00

Join a dedicated ensemble of young actors in our Performance Lab! This two-week camp will culminate in public performances of Annie KIDS in the Rice Theatre on Friday, July 31.

Apply Today!

TWO-WEEK CAMPS

Acting: Spellbound At The Bee

Ages:
11-14
Dates:
June 29 – July 10
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$775.00
Early Bird Price:
$725.00 (Until March 10)

“Can I have a definition?” Students in this specialized two-week Acting course will devise a brand new play about the trials and tribulations of students in the school Spelling Bee! Follow the twists and turns of creating this new story, including basic design elements to be incorporated into the camp showcase on Friday, July 10. Get ready for some serious F-U-N! Who knows, we may even need to use our Improv chops as special-guest spellers from the audience join us onstage…!

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Acting: Spellbound At The Bee

Ages:
8-11
Dates:
July 13-24
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$775.00

“Can I have a definition?” Students in this specialized two-week Acting course will devise a brand new play about the trials and tribulations of students in the school Spelling Bee! Follow the twists and turns of creating this new story, including basic design elements to be incorporated into the camp showcase on Friday, July 24, and get ready for some serious F-U-N! Who knows, we may even need to use our Improv chops as special-guest spellers from the audience join us onstage…!

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Musical Theatre – Welcome To New York

Ages:
8-11
Dates:
June 29 – July 10
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$775.00

Start spreading the news! Students in this specialized two-week Musical Theatre course will devise a brand new musical all about life in New York City featuring songs from hit Broadway productions. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. This class culminates with a showcase for family and friends on Friday, July 10.

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Musical Theatre: Welcome To New York

Ages:
11-14
Dates:
July 13-24
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$775.00

Start spreading the news! Students in this specialized two-week Musical Theatre course will devise a brand new musical all about life in New York City featuring songs from hit Broadway productions. With scenes and montages about the audition grind, navigating the bustling streets of the Big Apple, and the thrill of the curtain rising on opening night, this camp is perfect for aspiring triple-threat performers. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. This class culminates with a showcase for family and friends on Friday, July 24.

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Acting Intensive

Ages:
14-18
Dates:
July 27 – August 7 (no class Aug 1-3)
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$750.00 +GST

Our two-week Intensives are designed for advanced and dedicated students who are looking for an opportunity to further hone their skills. Guided by a team of experienced theatre professionals, you and your classmates will work as an ensemble to create a final performance to be shared at the end of the program. If you are a teen with prior performance experience and the determination to grow as an artist, this is the program for you!

Apply Today!

Musical Theatre Intensive

Ages:
14-18
Dates:
July 27 – August 7 (no class Aug 1-3)
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$750.00 +GST

Our two-week Intensives are designed for advanced and dedicated students who are looking for an opportunity to further hone their skills. Guided by a team of experienced theatre professionals, you and your classmates will work as an ensemble to create a final performance to be shared at the end of the program. If you are a teen with prior performance experience and the determination to grow as an artist, this is the program for you!

Apply Today!

ONE-WEEK CAMPS

Theatre Kids!: All Aboard!

Ages:
6-8
Dates:
July 6-10
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Discover the world of acting and music! Learn drama games, vocal warm-ups and songs, improvisation and so much more. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. Culminating with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp, this class is perfect for all young perfomers!

The theme for this week’s camp is All Aboard!

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Acting: On The Right Track

Ages:
11-14
Dates:
July 6-10
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Hone your acting chops in a full week of character work, scene study and performances techniques. Learn how your physical, vocal and emotional choices work together to create characters and tell stories onstage. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. This class culminates with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp.

The theme for this week’s camp is On The Right Track.

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Theatre Kids!: The Life Of The Party

Ages:
6-8
Dates:
July 13-17
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Discover the world of acting and music! Learn drama games, vocal warm-ups and songs, improvisation and so much more. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. Culminating with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp, this class is perfect for all young perfomers!

The theme for this week’s camp is The Life Of The Party.

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Musical Theatre: The Big Summer Bash

Ages:
11-14
Dates:
July 13-17
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Acting, singing and dancing – learn to do it all in Musical Theatre! Explore vocal techniques, learn choreography, dive into scene work and showcase it all at the end of the week. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. This class culminates with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp.

The theme for this week’s camp is The Big Summer Bash.

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Theatre Kids!: Up, Up And Away!

Ages:
6-8
Dates:
July 20-24
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Discover the world of acting and music! Learn drama games, vocal warm-ups and songs, improvisation and so much more. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. Culminating with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp, this class is perfect for all young perfomers!

The theme for this week’s camp is Up, Up And Away!

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Acting: Final Boarding Call

Ages:
8-11
Dates:
July 20-24
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Dive into a jam-packed week of drama and theatre! Students will explore various aspects of acting and character creation through games, warm-ups, improvisation and an intro to scene work. They will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their final showcase on Friday!

The theme for this week’s camp is Final Boarding Call.

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Theatre Kids!: Hard-Knock Heroes

Ages:
6-8
Dates:
July 27-31
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Discover the world of acting and music! Learn drama games, vocal warm-ups and songs, improvisation and so much more. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. Culminating with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp, this class is perfect for all young perfomers!

The theme for this week’s camp is Hard-Knock Heroes.

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Musical Theatre: The Big Parade

Ages:
8-11
Dates:
July 27-31
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$450.00

Acting, singing and dancing – learn to do it all in Musical Theatre! Explore vocal techniques, learn choreography, dive into scene work and showcase it all at the end of the week. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. This class culminates with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp.

The theme for this week’s camp is The Big Parade.

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Theatre Kids!: Play & Playability

Ages:
6-8
Dates:
August 4-7
Time:
9AM – 4PM

Price:
$400.00

Discover the world of acting and music! Learn drama games, vocal warm-ups and songs, improvisation and so much more. Students will also learn about the design process and contribute to the visual concept of their presentation. Culminating with a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp, this class is perfect for all young perfomers!

The theme for this week’s camp is Play & Playbility.

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STORY EXPLORERS! (Ages 4-5)

Story Explorers

Ages:
4-5
Dates:
August 4-7
Time:
9AM – 12PM

Price:
$270.00

Calling all storytellers! Every day, we will read a new story together as a group, and then bring the story to life through character exercises and drama games. This half-day camp runs from 9:00am-noon and provides the perfect opportunity for kids to try out the Foote Theatre School!

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