Summer Camps
Summer Camps 2020
Before and aftercare will be available from 8:30-9:30 and 3:30-5:30
Click HERE for Camp Registration
June 1st-June 5th
CYPT Academy- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 13-18
Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre is the national award-winning theatre program for teens that has been launching the careers of young performers for 39 years. At the CYPT Academy, staff and stellar alumni will help participants sharpen their skills to professional levels in dance, voice, acting and the performer’s life. Participants must be experienced performers in order to attend. A final showcase will feature all participants onstage for family and friends. This camp includes a showcase on Friday from 5:30-6:30pm (students will stay for a meal between 3:30-5:30).
Early Bird $210, Standard $220, Last Minute $230
June 8th-June 12th
CYPT Prep: Acting- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 10-13
CYPT Prep: Acting helps young theatre artists learn real techniques to heighten their onstage skills, including improvisation, scene study, movement, stage combat, vocal projection and more. This class builds confidence on stage. This camp includes a showcase on Friday from 3:00-3:30pm.
Early Bird $160, Standard $170, Last Minute $180
June 8th- June 19th
Show Camp: Lion King Jr- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 8-12
Not your typical camp - this one culminates in a performance of the mega-hit show LION KING JR. Campers will audition for roles (if interested in leads) and learn the show over the two-week camp. Then family and friends can enjoy the final Friday performances (5:00 & 7:00) on stage at the TriHealth Performance Hall in the Madcap Education Center. Limited number of slots for this camp; lock in early!
Early Bird $215, Standard $225, Last Minute $235
June 15th- June 19th
Drawing & Illustration- half day 9:30-12:00
Ages 8-13
Have a budding artist? This camp will discuss various aspects of illustration- including character design and story development. They will play drawing games to unleash their creativity and explore numerous drawing/illustration techniques throughout the week.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Makeup for Stage and Screen- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 10-14
Forget the YouTube tutorials- this is real life instruction! Students will explore a variety of makeup techniques including but not limited to old age, scars and bruises, fantasy/science fiction, and more! Please note: the cost of this camp includes a $25 material fee and all enrolled students will take home a deluxe stage makeup kit.
Early Bird $115, Standard $125, Last Minute $135
June 22nd-June 26th
CYPT Prep: Musical Theater- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 10-13
Excellent preparation for young performers who wish to audition for the award-winning Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre teen program, their school shows or professional shows. Acquire the skills for singing, acting and dancing onstage. This class includes a Friday showcase from 2:30-3:30pm
Early Bird $160, Standard $170, Last Minute $180
July 6th- July 10th
MadCamp Jr. – half day 9:30-12:00
Ages: 4-6 OR 7-9
During this interactive camp your child will explore different styles of puppetry, learn about storytelling and playwrighting, and build their very own puppet masterpiece! This class includes a Friday showcase from 11:30am-12:00pm
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Advanced Madcamp- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 10-14
This specialized camp focuses on teaching your budding puppet-builder about design and construction. Each camper will build his/her own unique, detailed puppet! This class includes a Friday showcase from 3:00pm-3:30pm
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Musical Theatre for Kids- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 6-10
Got a youngster who is just busting to be on stage for the first time? Using theatre games, acting for kids, music, singing and dance, this camp is perfect for giving a child their first chance to “break a leg!” This camp includes a Friday showcase from 3:30-3:45pm.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
July 6th- July 17th
Show Camp: Madagascar Jr- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 8-12
Not your typical camp - this one culminates in a performance of the show Madagascar Jr. Campers will audition for roles (if interested in leads) and learn the show over the two-week camp. Then family and friends can enjoy the final Friday performances (5:00 & 7:00) on stage at the TriHealth Performance Hall in the Madcap Education Center. Limited number of slots for this camp; lock in early!
Early Bird $215, Standard $225, Last Minute $235
July 13th-July 17th
Visual Arts Sampler- half day 9:30-12:00
Ages 4-8
Keep your budding artist busy this summer with the Visual Arts Sampler! Students will try their hands at a number of different art projects, perfecting techniques they may not be able to explore in school. Topics covered include but are not limited to pointillism, sculpture, collage, and more. New projects for 2020!
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Upcycle It!- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 6-10
Take the saying “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” to the extreme! This camp will use common household materials to create fun and unique artworks. Join the maker nation!
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
July 20th- July 24th
MadCamp Jr. – half day 9:30-12:00
Ages: 4-6 OR 7-9
During this interactive camp your child will explore different styles of puppetry, learn about storytelling and playwrighting, and build their very own puppet masterpiece! This camp includes a Friday showcase from 11:30am-12:00pm.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Performing Arts Sampler- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 4-8
Does your son love being the center of attention? Does your daughter dance down the aisle at the super market? Then join us for this exploration of all things performing arts. Students will explore theatre’s early beginnings (storytelling, masks, and mime) and discover modern ways to express themselves (musical theater and improv comedy)! This camp includes a Friday showcase from 3:30pm-3:45pm.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Slime Camp – half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 6-10
Successful slime is primarily science-based, but it takes a good aesthetic to sell. Try your hand at a variety of oozes, goo, and all things messy. New recipes for 2020!
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Magic Camp – half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 8-12
Campers learn the basics of magic and get a few fun tricks under their belt! This camp includes a $10 material fee and all campers will take home their very own custom magic kit. New tricks for 2020! This camp includes a Friday showcase from 3:00-3:30pm.
Early Bird $100, Standard $110, Last Minute $120
July 27th- July 31st
Pajama Camp- half day 9:30-12:00
Ages 4-8
Join us for Pajama Camp! See who has the craziest bed head, listen to campfire stories, make s’mores, and wear your jammies every day!
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Musical Theatre for Kids- half day 9:30-12:00
Ages 6-10
Got a youngster who is just busting to be on stage for the first time? Using theatre games, acting for kids, music, singing and dance, this camp is perfect for giving a child their first chance to “break a leg!” This camp includes a Friday showcase from 11:45am-12:00pm.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Ukulele Camp- half day 9:30-12:00
Ages 8-13
This little instrument makes a big impact. Learn to play from scratch and set your little one on a melodic journey with a great (and affordable!) first musical instrument experience. Note: campers are asked to bring their own instrument. Affordable options will be emailed after registration. This camp includes a Friday showcase from 12:00-12:15pm.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Into the Knight- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 6-10
Adventure is for MEC campers! Create your own armor, learn basic stage combat, and engage on a quest that will appease the queen! This camp for both boys and girls captures the imagination and is full of fun.
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
Princess Dance Camp- half day 1:00-3:30
Ages 4-8
Get ready to twirl! This camp, inspired by films of the “magical mouse” variety, will focus on a different princess everyday. Acting and art activities will be interspersed with learning some of the choreography from your favorite movies. This camp includes a showcase on Friday from 3:00-3:30pm
Early Bird $90, Standard $100, Last Minute $110
August 3rd-August 7th
CYPT Prep: Musical Theater- full day 9:30-3:30
Ages 10-13
Excellent preparation for young performers who wish to audition for the award-winning Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre teen program, their school shows or professional shows. Acquire the skills for singing, acting and dancing onstage. This camp includes a showcase on Friday from 2:30-3:30pm.
Early Bird $160, Standard $170, Last Minute $180
Click HERE for Camp Registration