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Acting and theater arts programs for kids in the Rochester, NY area

(If you belong to a camp organization and wish to submit a camp listing, please see the examples below and email your entry to suggestions@kidsoutandabout.com.)

On Stage: Performing Arts Program
Ages 8-15, entering grades 3-10
JCC of Rochester, 1200 Edgewood Ave, Rochester, NY
585-461-2000 ext.239
Director: Phyllis Kasdin, pkasdin@jccrochester.org
OnStage runs early July to mid-August, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ON STAGE offers children with an interest in the performing arts a stimulating summer of workshops in music, dance and drama. The program also includes ON STAGE chorus, a field trip to see a professional production, and a full length musical in which every ON STAGER has a speaking role. State of the art theatre, daily outdoor recreation and activities and swimming are all part of the program.

 

Drama Kids International of Rochester
Mailing address:
29 Valewood Run
Penfield, NY 14526
585-586-3830
Pamela Spiteri, Director
Drama Develops Kids - Summer 2009!
Whether your kids are destined for the stage or the boardroom, Drama Kids develops the acting and speaking skills of children ages 4-17. Half- and full-day one-week camps offered in July in Churchville, Fairport, Pittsford, Spencerport and Webster. All camps end with a performance for family and friends. Visit and register online at www.dramakids.com/ny4.

 

Irondequoit Summer Performing Arts Camp
for grades 5-12
July 6 - 31, 2009
Eastridge H.S. in Irondequoit
Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Only $250 for 4 weeks!
Sponsored by Town of Irondequoit Recreation
Join us in our 6th year of acting, singing and dancing. Learn the fundamentals of preparing auditions, performing monologues, scenes, songs and dances. Participate in awesome improvisation workshops and theatre games. Students also write original material for a final show. Includes several "cabaret-style" performances in the community. To register, print out registration form from the IMAGES brochure at: www.irondequoit.org or call 336-6070.

 

Irondequoit Summer Community Musical 2009
Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella"
for ages 10-adult
All registrants will be cast in the show! Students will rehearse this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, as well as learning the behind-the-scenes operations of a professional theatre company. Opportunities for dancers, singers, actors and technical theatre participants! Auditions for Lead Roles will be June 19, 4-7pm at I.H.S Chorus Rm.
Performances: Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2009
July 6 - 31 Eastridge H.S. in Irondequoit
Monday-Friday 1:00pm - 5:00 pm
Only $350 for 4 weeks!
Sponsored by Town of Irondequoit Recreation. To register, print out registration form from the IMAGES brochure at: www.irondequoit.org or call 336-6070.

 

A Magical Journey Thru Stages
Two-Week Summer Theater Camp
Contact: Tom Pembrook, 585-935-7173
Web site: www.mjtstages.com
Two week summer musical theater camps culminating with final performances. Perfect for kids who love to be on stage or want the chance to experience performing. 2009 session: Disney's "101 Dalmatians" for kids in grades 1-5. Two sessions to choose from in July. Camps run from 9 am to noon. $275 with discounts for additional family members. And for older kids, Disney's "High School Musical 2 - On Stage", ages 10 -16. One session August 10-21 closing with 2 performances. Runs 9 am to 5 pm; $375 with discounts available. Registration forms and more details available online www.mjtstages.com. Camp is held at UpStage3 Theater, 875 East Main Street, Rochester.

 

Spotlight Theatre Arts
John Barthelmes, 585-334-8973
66 North Main Street, Fairport
johnb@balloonhq.com
Victor Parks SUMMER STAGE. Five-week program in Victor, NY - for age 14 through college. Held late June through early August. New Program, SUMMER STAGE JUNIOR for ages 10-13. Gates Recreation STAR CAMP. Month-long program in Gates, NY - for middle school students, late June-late July. Spotlight Musical Theatre Camp in Webster, week-long program, late July. Web site has all details at SpotlightArts.com.

 

a href="http://www.AllStarsTalent.com" target="_blank">All Stars Talent, Inc. School of Dance, Music & More
1465 Jefferson Road
Rochester, NY 14623
585-292-1510
Contact: AllStarsTalent@aol.com
Web site: www.AllStarsTalent.com
The All Stars Talent studio offers lessons in dance, music, drama, Pilates and MORE for ages newborn - adult. Their studio (new location as of September 2007) offers: Observation windows on every classroom, experienced adult instructors, raised hardwood dance floors & a large waiting area - family members welcome! Lessons are offered in their September - June session, 6 week summer session, 4-8 week workshops, or "drop in" lessons. Their goal is to provide the best possible instruction within a professional, fun, and organized atmosphere. They encourage family involvement and appreciate your suggestions.

 

PUSH Pins Performing Arts Camp
c/o PUSH Physical Theatre
153 Hemingway Dr., Rochester NY 14620
(585) 278-0123
Heather Stevenson, PUSHpins@pushtheatre.org
PPUSH Physical Theatre hosts a performing arts camp for kids and teens one week each summer. They have kids from all over Rochester, and even a few from out of state come in for this event each year. Where: First Presbyterian Church, Pittsford, NY (out-of-town and -state students welcome. Hotel info. available). When: One week, late June/early July. 10am-4pm M-W and 10am-6:30pm on Th. Who: Ages 5-15 (age appropriate classes). Cost: $200 per student. Family discounts available, as are limited scholarships (please inquire). Contact: Heather Stevenson, pushpins@pushtheatre.org or at 585-278-0123. View PUSH at: pushtheatre.org.
Click here to download PDF document with camp details.

 

Park Avenue Dance Company Summer Classes
Christine Fendley, Artistic Director
15 Vick Park B
Rochester, NY 14607
585-461-2766
Story Dance for Boys and Girls: Everyone loves a story! Come explore how story, drama, visual art and music are woven into dance! Children dance stories from books, ideas, or make up their own stories! Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 PM (5-7 yrs), Thursday 4:30 - 5:30 PM (3-4 yrs).
Creating Dances for Boys and Girls: What makes us dance? Stories, concepts/ideas such as molecules moving, the weather, connections to one another, visual arts, music, all might inspire dancemaking. How does art, drama, and music interweave with dance? How do our personal experiences and feelings interact with movement to make dances? Investigate the process of choreography! Wednesday 4:30 – 5:30 PM (8-10 yrs).

 

Sail the Seven Seas Summer Camp
Community Arts Academy
597 East Ave, Rochester NY 14607
585-473-7187
MaryAnn Hamilton, comarts@frontiernet.net
Sail the Seven Seas Summer Camp offers a diverse and inclusive cultural experience for children who have completed kindergarten -grade 6 (6-12 years old.) The camp explores six different regions of the world ( a different country each week) through music, dance, drama, art projects, food and literature. Each child receives their own passport. Monday through Thursday mornings of each week children learn a song, dance and dramatize folk tales from that country. These sessions are led by experienced specialized teachers. Special guests introduce their county and guest artists also demonstrate native musical instruments. On Friday, the group performs for a senior citizen group or nursing home, enjoys a picnic lunch and then departs for a field trip adventure which connects with the country of the week. Afternoon activities involve swimming on Monday and Wednesdays, creating art projects on Tuesdays and cooking on Thursdays. Before and after care is also available. $125 per week + $25 for extended day.

 

A Magical Journey Thru Stages
Six Week Summer Theater Camp
Contact: Casey Crandall
234-8688 or 461-3351 (after 4)
For kids ages 9 - 15 beginning early July, running daily and culmunating in performances" for two weekends in August. Registration is open for morning, afternoon, full day, or evening sessions. At UPStage3 at the Auditorium Center, 875 East Main Street.

 

Rochester Children's Theatre
MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER CONSERVATORY
July 7 - Aug. 10, 2008
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays (extended care available)
Nazareth College, 4245 East Avenue
Ages 8 to 15
Classes in acting, singing and dancing plus outdoor activities, swimming in Nazareth College's Olympic-sized pool and special events weekly. Students participate in Conservatory Broadway Revue AND in RCT's fully-staged, professional production of Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on August 2, 3, 9 & 10. Call 585-385-0510 or visit www.rochesterchildrenstheatre.org for info or to register.

 

Kids College
SUNY Brockport, contact Laurie Moyer
Brockport Child Care Center, 350 New Campus Dr, Brockport, NY 14420
585-395-2273
KID'S COLLEGE - The campers, ages 6-12, will explore the SUNY Brockport campus for an exciting blend of educational and recreational activities. Weekly field trips! $130 per week. The Brockport Child Care Center is open from 6:30am - 5:30pm. The $130 weekly fee covers all of those hours; the actual Kids College activities are 9am-4pm.

 

Master Class School of Music and Theatre Arts
Contact: Artistic Director Cara D'Emanuele, 585-244-7918
Master Class School of Music and Theatre Arts offered in summer 2005 three classes at The Dancers Alley Studio in Village Gate: Theatre Arts for homeschool students ages 6-10 (Thursdays 10 to 11 am); Musical Theatre for Teens ages 13-18 (Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm); and Advanced Musical Theatre for Teens ages 13-18 (Tuesdays 7:45 - 9:15 pm).

 

Bristol Valley Theater
Contact: Michael Perreca or Bonnie Butkas
Bristol Valley Theater, P.O. Box 218, Naples, NY 14512
585-374-6318F
BVT's Apprentice Program
The program covers all aspects of theater and offers two levels of instruction.

 

Rochester Institute of Technology
Lil Kids on Campus
112 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester NY 14623 585-475-5987F map
Theme-based activities in computing, science and nature, inventions, dramatic and creative arts, recreational activities including swimming.
The program is coed, for students entering grades 1st through 4th grade. The hours are 9am-4pm with extended care available, runs from the end of June through August.

 

Theater Camps at Bishop Kearney
Bishop Kearney High School
125 Kings Highway South, Rochester, NY 14617
Camps for kids ages 5-12, Spotlight!, Broadway Bound, and High School Musical. Check for updated information; KOA is not positive they are offering theater camp this year.