The Columbus Children’s Theatre offers engaging summer camps, classes, and workshops for kids and teens who love the performing arts. Campers can explore acting, musical theatre, improv, technical theatre, and more through hands-on experiences led by theatre professionals. Unique programs like stage combat and puppetry add exciting variety, while the Theatre360 summer camps immerse students in every aspect of the stage—from performance to production.
✨ We’ve compiled a full list of Columbus Children’s Theatre summer camps to help families find the perfect fit this season.
 | Theatre360Matilda Jr. CampJuly 14-18, 2025 |
Step into the extraordinary world of Matilda JR at Columbus Children’s Theatre’s week-long summer camp, where young performers will explore the magic of Roald Dahl’s beloved story! Tailored to different age groups, this camp offers an exciting, hands-on experience that combines performance, creativity, and teamwork. Students will rotate through on-stage performance classes and backstage technical workshops, ensuring a well-rounded theatrical experience for all.
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Theatre360Seussical Jr. CampJuly 21-25, 2025 |  |
Join us for a whimsical, fun-filled week at our Seussical JR summer camp, where the colorful world of Dr. Seuss comes to life! This exciting, immersive camp offers young performers the chance to explore the fantastical characters and beloved stories of Seuss while developing their acting, singing, and dancing skills. Students will be divided into age-appropriate groups to ensure a personalized experience, allowing each participant to thrive in their creativity and artistic growth.
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 | NEW! Back by Popular Demand!The Music of Lin Manuel MirandaJuly 21-25, 2025 |
Are you a fan of Hamilton and In the Heights?! Join us for an exhilarating week-long theatre camp that throws open the doors to the revolutionary music of Lin Manuel Miranda, the Tony Award-winning composer and librettist behind these shows! Participants will be divided into age-appropriate groups, ensuring an engaging and age-relevant experience. Throughout the week, students will rotate through an electrifying lineup of on-stage performance classes, including acting, singing, and dancing, while also exploring the intricate craft behind the scenes with technical classes such as design, stagecraft, costuming, lighting, sound, and carpentry.
Theatre360Beetlejuice Jr CampJuly 28-August 1, 2025 |  |
Get ready to dive into the zany, kooky, and utterly hilarious world of Beetlejuice JR at our week-long summer camp! This camp invites young performers to bring the wild and unpredictable energy of the musical to life, embracing the eccentricity of one of Broadway’s most beloved characters. Designed for ages 10-15, participants will be divided into age-appropriate groups to ensure that each student’s skills and creativity are nurtured in a fun, engaging environment. Students will rotate through on-stage performance classes and backstage technical workshops, ensuring a well-rounded theatrical experience for all.
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 | Theatre360Moana Jr. CampAugust 4-8, 2025 |
Set sail on a thrilling week-long adventure at Columbus Children’s Theatre’s Moana JR Summer Camp! Young performers will dive into the enchanting world of Moana, Maui, and the spirit of the Pacific Islands, discovering the magic of theatre both on stage and behind the scenes. Tailored to different age groups, this camp offers an immersive experience filled with opportunities to explore talents and build skills in a supportive and creative environment.
