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SUM26 Never Girls & Lost Boys Afternoon Session*

$195
Calendar Jun 15, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 1:00-4:00 PM, June 15-19
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

A group of friends is whisked away to Neverland, where the Never Girls and Lost Boys explore side by side in a world of pixies, pirates, and mermaids. Through imagination and teamwork, bring this adventurous story to life and work together to find your way home. On the final day, share scenes from your Neverland adventure with parents and family.

*Please sign up for either the AM or the PM session.

SUM26 Feelings Gone Wild

$195
Calendar Jun 22, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 1:00-4:00 PM, June 22-26
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Emotions shape characters and stories—often in funny and unexpected ways. Inspired by books like Sideways Stories from Wayside School and The Terrible Two, students create scenes, play theatre games, and turn big feelings into entertaining moments on stage. On the final day, share scenes with parents and family.

 

SUM26 Dragon Masters

$195
Calendar Jul 6, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 1:00-4:00 PM, July 6-10
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Train to become a Dragon Master! Step into a magical world of dragons, spells, and daring adventures. Create your own dragon characters, practice dragon-riding skills through movement and games, and act out exciting quests full of teamwork and imagination. At the end of the week, family and friends will be invited to see the Dragon Masters in action as they bring their epic adventures to life onstage!

Full Course

SUM26 The InvestiGators

$195
Calendar Jul 13, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 2-3, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, July 13-17
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

Join Mango and Brash and uncover the clues, crack the cases, and corral the crooks in a short play full of quirky mysteries, clever clues, and hilarious cases (complete with Very Exciting Spy Technology and toilet-based travel techniques). Parents are invited on the final day to see you crack the case and bring the adventure to life!

Will run

SUM26 Broadway Dreams

$195
Calendar Aug 3, 2026 at 1:30 pm, runs for 1 week

Kindergarten 2026-Grade 1, 1:30-3:30 PM, August 3-7
$185 Subscribers/$195 Non-Subscribers

This weeklong musical theatre camp builds confidence, creativity, and collaboration through singing, dancing, and acting. Campers will learn age-appropriate songs and choreography in a supportive environment and share an informal musical showcase with parents on the final day. Returning campers will enjoy all new material!

Full Course




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