HCPAC Theater Camps offer great opportunities for students to explore creating character(s), memorizing lines, or simply getting used to using a script. Students who attend HCPAC theater camps more fully develop key life skills such as oral communication, teamwork, commitment, self-discipline and healthy self-image(s) as they work together with other students to produce an end-of-camp production.
This summer, students who have completed K through 8th are invited to attend one or more of our summer theater camps. Each one-week camp will be held Monday through Friday from 9:00AM-4:00PM with the camp production performance held on Friday afternoons at 4:00PM. *Early drop off and late pick up options will be available to accommodate parent work schedules. Additional fees will apply.
Camp registration fee is $95 per week and includes all materials, one face shield, and free admission for family and friends to the camp production. Summer Camp shirts are available for purchase at registration and are an additional $15 each.
Participation is limited. Register today.
Campers will receive a free camp shirt when registered by April 15. (expired)
A signed Camper Participation form must be submitted for each camper on Monday morning of the first week of camp the student attends. Get the form here.
About the Camp Director, Lydia Saurman
Lydia studied Musical Theatre at the Sight and Sound Conservatory while performing in the world premier of JESUS. She then toured with Missoula Children’s Theater, directing musicals and leading workshops at schools in four different states. She currently assistant directs the musicals at Northern High School, and enjoys engaging with children both on the stage and in private lessons as they share the joy of learning to perfect their art.
Robin Hood Rap
Camp Dates: June 14-18
Fairy tales meet hip hop in this delightful version of Robin Hood. Students can play characters or rappers, and make up their own dance moves to go along with the raps!
Snow White and Aladdin
Camp Dates: June 21-25 (Registration Full)
This hilarious script features a mash-up of fairy tale characters who must defeat a poison-apple peddling evil queen and her hapless sidekick. Tons of great characters for kids and teens to play, including NEW dwarves, ‘Pukey,’ and ‘Chatty’ and a sarcastic talking mirror. With tons of disguises and mishaps, this story brings Snow White and Aladdin together to create a brand-new fairytale.
A History of Messy Rooms
Camp Dates: June 28-July 2 (Registration Full)
A History of Messy Rooms is a humorous short play for kids about the great battle stretching over centuries. It is the battle between parents and children that begins with the age-old question, “Why do I have to make my bed?” It has been the same story for generations—children have always had chores to do to help the household run smoothly—and they’ve always complained about doing them! A mother takes her child on a humorous journey through the centuries to see how bed-making has evolved throughout history. Using examples of household tasks that might have been performed in colonial America, during the Middle Ages, by Vikings, and even back to prehistoric times! This clever examination of chore lore eventually reveals the answer to the age-old question. (Hint: Mothers have always had a ready response!)
The Little Red Hen
Camp Dates: July 5-9
In this short play, a little red hen works hard making bread. The other animals on the farm are lazy and not willing to help. But once the bread is made, they are all willing to eat it! The story teaches lessons about working hard, helping others, staying active, and the importance of earning.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Camp Dates: July 12-16
Shakespeare’s classic work comes to life in just a few short scenes for children to experience the silly tale of mixed up characters on a magical adventure in the forest!
A Pirate’s Tale
Camp Dates: July 19-23
“A Pirate’s Tale” is an original script written by the creator of Drama Notebook. In this comedic play, a band of hapless pirates set off in a candy-themed ship to find buried treasure.
Hercules
Camp Dates: July 26-30
This play tells the story of how Hercules defeated Hades and the Underworld and is told in 11 short scenes! This child friendly version of the classic tale will be an exciting adventure from start to finish!
Jack and the Bean Stalk Rap
Camp Dates: August 2-6
Fairy tales meet hip hop in this delightful version of Jack and the Beanstalk. Students can play characters or rappers, and make up their own dance moves to go along with the raps!
The Fiddler’s Bride
Camp Dates: August 9-13
The Fiddler’s Bride is an adaptation of the Grimms’ tale, King Thrushbeard. Princess Florabel is so haughty and silly that she mocks all suitors and refuses their proposals. When King Thrushbeard comes along disguised as a poor fiddler, her father, in the hopes of teaching the princess humility and respect, orders her to marry the beggar. Will she learn her lesson? A wonderful play for all ages to perform!
Doctor Mercury
Camp Dates: August 16-20
Doctor Mercury is an adventure story that pits good against evil as the brilliant Doctor Mercury and his cohorts race across time to thwart the bad guy before he manages to enslave the human race! Students will learn about 19th century American eras of the California Gold Rush, the purchase of Alaska from Russia, and the greatest volcano of Hawaii. It’s schoolbook history meets zany sci-fi adventure with one-liners for kids and parents alike, so join us as we transform the stage into a time-tripping playground for young actors!