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SUMMER CAMP 2027!

As we wrap up Summer 2026, we want to share our dates for NEXT summer! Camps are jam-packed with theatrical adventures with camps for ages 4 through high school. Whether this is your first Civic Camp or you’re returning for another spectacular summer, our team of directors, musicians, designers and producers can’t wait to see you shine on stage! More details will be shared in the coming months. 

Early Explorers for Ages 4 – Grade K
Creative Quest for Grades 1 – 2
Dramatic Discovery for Grades 3 – 5

MidStage (Play and Musical) for Grades 6 – 8
Camp in Concert for Grades 6 – 12
One-Act Play and Musical for Grades 9 – 12
Production Track for Grades 7-12

Registration for Summer 2027 will open in mid-late January 2027.

EARLY EXPLORERS for Ages 4 - Grade K

For students age 4 through students who have COMPLETED Kindergarten by June 2027. Students must be age 4 before the first day of camp.

Join us for a week of summer fun! Our youngest campers are divided into groups by age where they learn a script written JUST for them! Our summer faculty and fantastic teacher assistants guide students as they explore acting, singing, dancing, costumes & props, and prepare for a performance on the Meijer Majestic Stage on their final day of camp!

Friend requests for Early Explorers are limited to ONE FRIEND ONLY and must be mutual (each party requests the other).

Session A (AM): Monday August 9 – Friday August 13 | 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Onstage Performance: Friday 10:30AM

Session B (PM): Monday August 9 – Friday August 13 | 1:00PM – 3:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 2:30PM

 

CREATIVE QUEST for Grades 1-2

For students who have completed grades 1 or 2 by June 2027.

Summer days are action-packed as our Creative Quest Campers seek out adventures in the arts! Students are divided into groups by age, and rotate through daily classes in acting, singing, dancing, and tech (props & costumes) – all guided by our experienced theatre faculty and fantastic teacher assistants. After a fun audition on the first day, every camper gets a part to play in a script written specifically for their age group, and performed on the Meijer Majestic stage on the last day of camp!

Friend requests for Creative Quest are limited to ONE FRIEND ONLY and must be mutual (each party requests the other).

Session A: Monday June 7 – Friday June 11 | 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 12:00PM

Session B: Monday June 28- Friday July 2| 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 12:00PM

 

DRAMATIC DISCOVERY for Grades 3-5

For students who have completed grades 3 through 5 by June 2027.

Campers will love making discoveries in every aspect of theatre from acting, singing & dancing, to props, costumes, and scenery! Students are divided into groups by age, and audition for a part in a script written just for them – everyone is cast, and everyone gets their own lines although the roles vary in size just like in a real theatre production. Experienced theatre faculty nurture and guide students as they reach dramatic new heights and prepare for a performance on the Meijer Majestic stage on the final day of camp!

Friend requests for Dramatic Discovery are limited to ONE FRIEND ONLY and must be mutual (each party requests the other).

Session A: Monday June 14 – Friday June 18 | 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 2:00PM

Session B: Monday June 21 – Friday June 25 | 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 2:00PM

Session C: Monday August 2 – Friday August 6 | 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday 2:00PM

MIDSTAGE for Grades 6-8

For students who have completed grades 6 through 8 by June 2027.

This camp allows our middle school students the opportunity to participate in EITHER a play or musical as a stepping stone to our One Act camps. Campers will have one rehearsal block with their production team during the day as well as design, build, and pull their own costumes and props. All students will be featured within their own 15-20 minute production on the Meijer Majestic stage on the final day of camp!

Monday July 26 – Friday July 30 | 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday July 31 2:00PM

Play: 30 spots
Musical: 40 spots

 

CAMP IN CONCERT for Grades 6-12

For students who have completed grades 6-12 by June 2027.

Join us for this year’s Camp In Concert: Rise of the Villains! This musical revue will be presented on the Meijer Majestic Stage at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre. This camp is a perfect fit for students who love to sing and perform and will focus on healthy vocal technique, using the voice and body to create a character, basic movement and musical theatre dance techniques.

Prior to registration, please carefully review camp dates including in-person auditions

Monday June 28 – Thursday July 1 | 10:00AM – 4:00PM
Friday July 2 | 10:00AM – 8:00 PM
Onstage Performance: Friday July 2 6:00PM

ONE-ACT PLAY for Grades 9-12

For students who have completed grades 9-12 by June 2027.

In one exciting, fast-paced week, students will audition, rehearse, and perform on the Meijer Majestic Stage! 

Guided by theatre professionals, all students who register are cast in roles of varying sizes and gain experience both onstage and off. This camp is an excellent opportunity for both beginners and veteran performers to experience what it’s like to be part of a fully produced play at Civic!

This show is appropriate for all audiences.

Prior to registration, please carefully review camp dates including in-person auditions

Monday July 12 – Thursday July 15 | 10:00AM – 5:00PM
Friday, July 16 | 10:00AM – 8:00PM
Onstage Performance: Friday July 16 6:00PM

ONE-ACT MUSICAL for Grades 9-12

For students who have completed grades 9-12 by June 2027.

In one action-packed week, students will audition, rehearse, and perform on the Meijer Majestic Stage! Guided by theatre professionals, all students who register are cast in roles of varying sizes and gain experience both onstage and off. This camp is an excellent opportunity for both beginners and veteran performers to experience what it’s like to be part of a fully produced musical at Civic!

This show is appropriate for all audiences.

Prior to registration, please carefully review camp dates including in-person auditions

Monday July 12 – Friday July 16| 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Saturday July 17 | 1:00 – 8:00PM
Onstage Performance: Saturday July 17 6:00PM

Tuition includes:

  • A Summer Camp T-shirt!
  • The opportunity to perform on a professional stage!
  • A comprehensive theatre arts curriculum taught in a fun, nurturing environment!
  • A highly experienced faculty of theatre professionals!
  • Access to the resources of one of the top Community Theatres in the country!
  • Lifelong memories and new friends!

    Registration Notes:

    Payment is due at time of registration.

    Friend Requests for Early Explorers, Creative Quest, Dramatic Discovery, and MidStage are limited to ONE FRIEND ONLY and they must be mutual.
    What is a Friend Request? Campers are divided into small groups based on age/DOB – if two students want to be grouped together, they should list one another in the Friend Request field during registration. Summer staff will attempt to match students who request one another together in a group.

    Registration for each camp closes one week before the camp begins.

    REFUND DEADLINE FOR ‘27 SUMMER CAMPS:
        Before May 4th 2027: 50% refund
        After May 4th 2027: NO refunds given

    FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:

    A limited number of partial scholarships (up to 50% of summer camp tuition) are available. Applications will be available online at the end of 2026. Scholarship applications can be submitted at any time and are subject to space and funding availability.

     

    SUMMER CAMP REFUND POLICY:

    In the event that the Theatre must cancel a camp due to low enrollment, a full refund is issued.

    If a refund is requested prior to May 4th 2027, a 50% refund will be offered. There are NO refunds for summer camp registrations after May 4th, 2027. 

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    Contact Us:

    grctschool@grct.org

    616-222-6685