St. Olaf Summer Theatre Camps

Residential, June 22-28
Day Camp, July 7-18


 All the world's a stage,
And all the men and women merely players

Join us for an exciting theatre experience at the St Olaf Summer Theatre Camp.  During this new and engaging offering, aspiring thespians experience many facets of theatre taught by creative professionals working in the field.

Our exciting offerings are broken down into two sessions:

Residential theatre camp, June 22–28

This intensive residential camp is for theatre artists ages 13 through 16. We explore many aspects of the theatre, including movement, vocal expression, character development, basic stage combat, theatre history, theatre games, rehearsing and auditioning.  We hope to instill in aspiring thespians a deeper understanding of what goes into producing theatre.  Technical projects involve basic design for the theatre, including scenery, lighting, costumes, and sound.  No prior theatre experience is required for this camp.  The capstone of this experience includes a full-length play that lets you showcase your recent work and creative discoveries.
Information on room and board, transportation and more....
 Camp fee: $495

Day theatre camp, July 7–18
9 a.m. - noon, Monday - Friday

This camp focuses on aspiring young thespians ages 9 through 12.  During this intensive two week day camp we explore movement, vocal expression, character development, basic stage combat and theatre games.  In addition to focusing on performance, you are exposed to basic technical theatre, and we throw in a little slice of theatre history for good measure.  Whether you want to be onstage, or behind the scenes, this engaging experience provides all the basics to get you started.  No prior theatre experience is needed! The Final Showcase gives you the opportunity to show off your new talents and recently acquired skills.
Camp fee: $199

Theatre Camp Features

  • Movement
  • Voice expression
  • Character development
  • Basic stage combat
  • Stage presence
  • Design production
  • Costuming
  • Scenery development
  • Sound
  • Basic theatre history
  • Theatre games

Comments from last summer's participants:

"the entire camp was excellent"
" the combat was awesome"
"thanks again for a wonderful experience"
"a 10 out of 10"
"I'll definitely come back next year"
"My daughter loved it...thanks"

The Directors

Directors Mishia Edwards and Todd Ewards are two creative professionals working in the field.

It is easy to register!
Print a registration form or register on-line

For more information or questions:
call 507-786-3042 or 800-726-6523
email: summer@stolaf.edu

Directions
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Refund Policy
Written cancellations received by May 15 are eligible for a full refund minus the $100 deposit. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after May 15. Substitutions are accepted.

Theater and the Fine Arts at St. Olaf College
St. Olaf students are involved in the five plays that the theater department stages annually. Students of all majors act and work on lights, sound, music, choreography, hair, makeup, props and set building, with faculty members helping out on set design, direction and costuming. St. Olaf theater facilities, including the Kelsey Theater, are among the Upper Midwest’s finest, fully equipped to allow students to experience and create theater at its best.

One third of St. Olaf students are involved in music. Each semester another 700 students take a course in theater, dance or visual arts.

About St. Olaf College
A liberal arts college of the church with world-class programs in music, science and mathematics, St. Olaf is recognized for its interdisciplinary curriculum, national academic rankings and leading study-abroad program. St. Olaf sits on 300 postcard-pretty acres and is home to 3,000 students who come from 19 countries and 48 states.