For Ages 6–14 | 7 Weeks of Creativity, Collaboration & Performance
The YAP Summer Theater Camp invites young artists to explore the magic of live theater through an exciting, hands-on experience. Over the course of seven weeks, campers will work with teaching artists to create an original play, culminating in a live performance on the MainStage at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center.
Each week features a new creative focus, engaging activities, and visits from special guest artists in the entertainment industry, offering students insight into the many elements of theater production—from backstage tech to costume design and stage makeup!
Weekly Themes
Campers dive into theater games and improvisation to spark creativity and collaboration. A Guest Artist in Sound and Lighting Design will guide campers on a backstage tour and demonstrate the tech magic that makes a production shine.
Through fun games and story-based activities, campers explore different ways stories can be told and begin developing their original script. A Guest Costume Designer will introduce the art of bringing characters to life through clothing.
This high-energy week centers on choreography, rhythm, and voice. Campers will learn how music and movement bring emotion and energy to a story. A Guest Artist in Music and Voice will join to share vocal tips and techniques.
Campers learn to create rich, dynamic characters through physicality and imagination. A Guest Make-Up Artist will demonstrate how theatrical makeup can transform an actor on stage.
This week focuses on visual storytelling through props and set design. Campers will build, paint, and decorate their own stage pieces with guidance from a Guest Artist in Visual Arts.
The final two weeks are dedicated to rehearsals, tech, and dress for the original production. The camp culminates in a live performance on the MainStage.
Note: Campers must attend at least five weeks, including the final two, to participate in the performance.
Enroll today and let your child’s imagination take center stage!
For more information, contact Stephanie Lesh at (818) 601-0582.