2026 Summer camps
The perfect summer camp for your theatre kid!
Let your little performer shine with Children’s Theatre of Elgin and Fox Valley Theatre Company. We provide a safe and fun environment that will teach your kid the basics of theatre and production.
Movie Production Basics (Ages 12–17)
June 8 to June 18 • Full-Day • $450
In Movie Production Basics, students will step behind the camera to explore the art of filmmaking. From brainstorming ideas and writing scripts to filming, directing, and editing, campers will gain hands-on experience in every stage of production.
This camp is ideal for creative teens interested in storytelling, technology, or acting for the camera and will culminate in a finished short film to share.
Tiny Thespians (Ages 4–7)
June 15 to June 18 • Half-Day • $195
Tiny Thespians is designed to spark creativity and confidence in our youngest performers through games, music, movement, and imaginative play. Campers will explore basic theatre skills like storytelling, character play, and stage presence in a fun, supportive environment.
This camp focuses on building social skills, self-expression, and joy and ends with a low-pressure showcase to celebrate their creativity.
Dance for Theatre – AM (Ages 7–11)
June 22 to June 26 • Half-Day • $175
Dance for Theatre (AM) introduces young performers to the foundations of dance used in musical theatre, including coordination, rhythm, and basic technique. Campers will learn engaging choreography while developing confidence, musicality, and stage presence.
This camp is perfect for beginners or those looking to strengthen their dance skills in a fun, encouraging setting.
Dance for Theatre – PM (Ages 12–17)
June 22 to June 26 • Half-Day • $175
Dance for Theatre (PM) is designed for older students ready to grow as dancers and performers. Campers will focus on technique, strength, and expressive movement while learning more advanced musical theatre choreography.
With an emphasis on performance quality and confidence, this camp is ideal for students looking to enhance their dance skills for the stage.
Let’s Do A Musical! (Ages 8-15)
June 29 to July 17 • Full-Day • $675
Let’s Do A Musical invites students to experience the excitement of musical theatre by learning songs, choreography, and scenes from a featured show. Campers will build skills in singing, dancing, and acting while working together toward a final performance for family and friends.
With a focus on confidence, collaboration, and stage presence, this camp is perfect for performers who love the spotlight and want to grow as triple threats.
Let’s Do A Play! (Ages 8-15)
July 20 to July 31 • Full-Day • $450
In Let’s Do A Play, students will collaborate to bring a scripted play to life from start to finish. Campers will explore character development, staging, voice, and movement while working as an ensemble to rehearse and perform a final production.
This fast-paced, high-energy camp builds confidence, teamwork, and storytelling skills and is perfect for both new and experienced performers ready to shine on stage.
Registration for each camp opens on April 1, 2026 at 9 AM. Limited spots are available. Once registration is full, you will be able to join a waitlist. Registration closes one week before the camp begins.
Scholarships are available. To apply for a scholarship please reach out to us at office@cteelgin.com.
Please note that all camps are subject to cancelation based on low enrollment. In the event a camp is cancelled a full refund will be issued.
You can cancel you registration up to 14 business days before camp for a full refund. Any cancelation after this time is subject to a cancelation fee.
We hope to see you at camp!