Where are you located?
We are at 900 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington DC. We are within walking distance from the Mount Vernon Square/7th Street Conevation and the Chinatown/Gallery Place metro stops. We are located inside Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church, though we are not affiliated with the church. (Please note we relocated in January of 2021 from our prior space at Calvary Baptist Church.)
How old does my child have to be to attend your camp?
Our Spring Break Camp is for students who are currently in 1st through 6th grade for school year 2024-2025.
Is lunch provided?
No. We provide a morning snack and a snack in AfterCare. Parents are asked to provide their student’s own lunch. Please make sure your child’s lunch does not contain any nut products. Lunch should not require refrigeration or reheating. If your child has severe food allergies or aversions beyond what we can accommodate, you may be asked to provide their snack.
Do you offer aftercare?
Yes. The regular camp day runs from 9 AM-3 PM. AfterCare runs from 3 PM-6 PM and costs $150 per week. We also offer an early drop-off option (8:30 AM) for $25 per week. Only families that have selected and prepaid for the early drop-off option will be allowed to drop campers off before 9 AM.
Do you offer financial aid?
Yes. We offer a limited amount of need-based financial aid. Fill out an online application here. The deadline to be considered for the first round of summer camp financial aid is March 1, 2024. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a rolling basis.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, payment plans are available. Payments can be divided into 2, 3, or 4 equal installments to be run on select days. Payment plan options can be found on our registration page. If you require a different payment plan, please email us and we will work with you to set one up.
Is it possible to get a refund if my child does not attend the camp?
You must notify our office in writing before March 24, 2025 to withdraw from Spring Break Camp for a full refund minus a $20 cancellation fee. After March 24, there are no refunds.
How are the age groups divided?
Camp groups are divided by the grade that the child is currently enrolled. The younger group serves the 1st-3rd graders. The older group serves the 4th-6th graders.
My child is 6 years old, but currently in Kindergarten. Can they still attend camp?
We require that all children have already completed kindergarten before attending camp.
My child has had a lot of experience in theatre. Can I place them with a more advanced age group?We place all children with their peers based on grade regardless of theatre experience. Camp is a very social experience and we want to make sure they are with a developmentally appropriate group.
Who teaches your camps?
Our camps are taught by DC’s top professional actors, directors, and theatre educators.
Does my child have to audition for your program?
Registration for Spring Break Camp is on a first-come, first served basis. There is no audition for admission.
Do the students have a performance at the end of camp?
Yes, there will be an informal final sharing for both groups on Friday. The sharings will take place in the afternoon, during the regular camp day (prior to 3 PM). We will film the final sharings for those parents who cannot attend.
Is aftercare still offered on Friday?
Yes, aftercare is still offered on Friday after the final sharing.
Are there required medical forms?
Yes, every parent is required to fill out a medical form, pick-up authorization form, and a camp policies form. These forms are sent via email along with a welcome email prior to camp.
Can I purchase a membership for my child and receive a discount on camp?
Memberships are not valid for camp programs.
I want to register my child for a camp but it is sold out. Is there a waitlist?
Yes. You can add yourself to the waitlist directly on our registration page. We will contact you right away if a slot becomes available.
What are your office hours?
Regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 9-5 PM. The office is not open on weekends.
What should I do if I have additional questions about your program?
We are happy to answer any questions that you have about our programs. Please email contact@theatrelab.org and someone will reach out to you.