At The Theatre Lab, our summer camp programs are divided into groups based on the grade that the student is entering in the fall. 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. We keep our classes small, and group age ranges narrow, in order to provide a challenging, engaging, and age-appropriate curriculum.
Summer Camp 2026
Looking ahead to next summer? Enrollment for Summer Camp 2026 will open in early January. Our curriculum from this year’s summer camp season is available to browse below as a general reference for what to expect—although every year provides new and unique programming. Subscribe to our emails and follow us on social media (@theatrelabdc) to be the first in line when our schedule is announced. In the meantime, explore our catalogue of school year youth and teen classes!
Browse School Year ClassesAge Group Breakdown
For students entering 1st thru 6th grade, we offer 1- and 2- week sessions. Group breakdowns as well as sample dates, times, and themes for each program are listed below.
Children entering 1st and 2nd grade are in the Bravos group.
Children entering 3rd and 4th grade are in the Encores group.
Children entering 5th and 6th grade are in the Standing Ovations group.
2025 Summer Schedule for Grades 1-6
Regular Camp Day: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Early Drop-Off: 8:00 AM-9:00 AM ($50/week)
AfterCare: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM ($150/week)
Session 1: June 16-20 (Comedy Improv + Theatre Games)
Get ready for a week of nonstop fun and creativity at our Comedy Improv Camp! This exciting program is perfect for kids who want to explore the world of improvisational comedy. Through a mix of theatre games, exercises, and scene work, participants will develop quick-thinking skills, confidence, and a knack for spontaneous storytelling. Campers will learn the fundamentals of “yes, and” character development, and crafting comedic scenes on the fly. Whether you’re a budding comedian or an improv beginner, this camp promises a supportive, laugh-filled environment where everyone can shine. The week concludes with a final sharing, where participants perform for family and friends, showcasing the skills they’ve honed throughout the week.
$415 ($375 Early Bird); No camp June 19
Session 2: June 23-July 3 (Theatre Around the World)
Embark on a global journey of theatre, storytelling, culture, and creativity in our Theatre Around the World two-week session. In this program, campers will explore the rich traditions of theatre from diverse cultures, discovering how performance art connects communities and tells universal stories in unique ways. Campers will “travel” to new regions, learning about various theatrical styles and traditions. Through fun, hands-on activities, participants will learn acting techniques, improvisation, movement, and voice inspired by these traditions. The camp culminates in a final sharing, where campers will present a show inspired by the styles and stories that they have explored.
$830 ($750 Early Bird); No camp July 4
(Final sharing to take place on Thursday, July 3)
Session 3: July 7-July 18 (Theatre That Can Change the World)
Discover the power of performance to inspire change and make a difference in this two-week session. Campers will dive into the art of “theatre for change,” exploring how storytelling can shine a light on important topics and spark conversations about issues that they care about. Through acting tools, improvisation exercises, and devised theatre techniques, campers will collaborate to create an original piece that reflects the issues and causes that they care about. The camp culminates in a final sharing where campers will present their original work. Through their performance, they will celebrate their creativity and their ability to make change through the arts!
$910 ($820 Early Bird)
Session 4: July 21-August 1 (Swashbucklers on Stage)
Ahoy, theatre adventurers! Set sail in this exciting two-week camp where daring heroes, cunning pirates, and epic battles come to life. In the Swashbucklers on Stage session, campers will dive into the exciting world of theatre, storytelling, and character creation. Campers will learn how to bring bold characters and action-packed scenes to life while building cadence, teamwork, and performance skills in a fun and energetic environment. The camp culminates in a final sharing where our young pirates will showcase their stage adventures and their treasure trove of creativity.
$910 ($820 Early Bird)
Session 5: August 4-15 (Shakespearean Summer)
Step into the timeless world of the Bard in Shakespearean Summer, a high-energy camp designed to make Shakespeare accessible and fun for all! Whether you’re already a fan or new to his works, this session will guide campers through the brilliance of Shakespeare’s language, characters, and stories in a creative and approachable way. Campers will build their acting, movement, and performance skills through engaging theatre games, dynamic scene work, and hands-on storytelling. They’ll dive into the Bard’s classic works and, at the end of the session, perform their own abridged adaptation of a Shakespearean masterpiece for family and friends.
$910 ($820 Early Bird)
Session 6: August 18-22 (“Drama-Lllama-Rama” End of Summer Improv Week!)
Celebrate the end of summer with this high-energy improv camp! Campers will learn the basics of improvisation while putting their quick-thinking skills to work through exciting theatre games and fun acting exercises. The week concludes with a final sharing in the form of an improv show, where they showcase their newfound skills, which are bound to have their audiences laughing!
$460 ($415 Early Bird)
Learn more about our summer programs
7th-8th Grade Programs
Teen Training Institutes
Summer Camp Policies
Summer Camp FAQs
A Typical Day at Summer Camp
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