Below is a list of all camps scheduled for summer 2025. Find the perfect way for your camper to play!
Purchase summer camps held at the Playhouse and Ignite Institute before March 1 for early bird pricing!
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 2 -
6 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Start “Dancing Through Life” with this timeless musical adventure in the world of Oz! Become a student at Shiz University as you explore music from the hit musical Wicked and discover the magic of Oz with classes in singing, dancing and acting. During this one-week theatre camp, each group will work on one scene, song and dance from Wicked to present at a Shareformance at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Acting, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
One-Week Showcase at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 2 -
6 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Showcase: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Everyone deserves a chance to fly! Dive deep into the stories of Elphaba, Glinda and other memorable characters from the hit musical Wicked in this one-week Showcase camp. Bring Shiz University and the Emerald City to life by working on scenes and songs from the show. With extended rehearsal and performance sessions and classes in singing, dancing and design, you’ll spend the week preparing for a Showcase of select songs and scenes at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
This camp is currently sold out. Complete the registration form to join the waitlist or sign up for the Ignite Institute section of this camp running July 28 to August 1.
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 9 -
13 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Start “Dancing Through Life” with this timeless musical adventure in the world of Oz! Become a student at Shiz University as you explore music from the hit musical Wicked and discover the magic of Oz with classes in singing, dancing and acting. During this one-week theatre camp, each group will work on one scene, song and dance from Wicked to present at a Shareformance at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Acting, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
Two-week Performance Academy at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 9 -
20 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Music and Lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice | Additional Music and Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Hans Zimmer | Book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi | Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor
“Hakuna Matata… What a wonderful phrase!” Disney's The Lion King has captivated the imaginations of audiences around the world, and now you can be part of the adventure! The African savannah comes to life in this classic musical, featuring the lovable characters Simba, Rafiki, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again as we learn that “we’re all connected in the great circle of life.” In this two-week performance academy, you’ll learn acting, singing and dancing through fun theatre games while you bring this classic Disney tale to life in a production enhanced by select costume and set pieces.
Classes Include: Acting, Singing, Dancing, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
Please note: This Performance Academy does not meet on Thursday, June 19 due to the Juneteenth holiday.
This camp is currently sold out. Complete the registration form to join the waitlist or sign up for the Ignite Institute section of this camp running July 21 to August 1.
Three-week Performance Academy at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 9 -
27 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Music & Lyrics by Eddie Perfect | Book by Scott Brown & Anthony King | Based on the Geffen Company Picture, with a story by Michael McDowell & Larry Wilson
It's showtime! The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., a wacky theatrical party filled with unabashed humor and emotional honesty. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager who is obsessed with the whole “being dead” thing. When Lydia moves to a haunted house and summons the delightful demon Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. In this three-week performance academy for middle and high schoolers, you’ll hone your skills in singing and dancing while taking part in extended rehearsal sessions. Work as a team to create many of the technical elements of the play while you rehearse this hour-long production enhanced by select costume and set pieces.
Classes Include: Singing, Dancing, Design, Rehearsal and Performance
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 9 -
13 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-10
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Challenge the forces of evil with your need for speed! Step into the lightning-fast world of Sonic the Hedgehog as you prepare to battle the mysterious new opponent, Shadow. Explore your newfound speedy abilities through classes in stage combat, acting and improvisation and discover who will win in a fast-moving battle during the end-of-week Shareformance.
Classes Include: Stage Combat Movement, Acting, Improvisation, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 16 -
20 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-10
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
After spawning into the Overworld, what is the first thing you do? Take over a village? Defeat the Ender Dragon? Punch wood? Become a playwright as you and your squad write your own play set in the Minecraft universe. Fight creepers, craft armor and build your own world! Block by block, create your own Minecraft adventure through classes in playwriting, acting, improv, and more. Fill up your inventory as you prepare to present your short group plays at an end-of-week Shareformance.
Classes Include: Acting, Playwriting, Improv, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
Please note: This camp does not meet on Thursday, June 19 due to the Juneteenth holiday.
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
June 23 -
27 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-10
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Are you a rebel at heart? Join rivals Red and Chloe as they travel back to a time when their mothers, The Queen of Hearts and Cinderella, were in high school. Head to Merlin Academy where you’ll work to change the past and save the future. Classes in singing, dance and acting will prepare each group to present a scene, song and dance from the musical in a Shareformance at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Acting, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
July 7 -
11 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-10
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Have you ever wondered “what lies beyond on the vast, uncharted sea?” Find your answer in Moana’s ocean world! Discover islands, defeat monsters and traverse the waves as you perform your way through Moana’s adventures with classes in singing, dancing and acting. Each group will work on one scene, song and dance from the Moana catalogue to present at a Shareformance at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Acting, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
Two-week Performance Academy at Mason Community Center & Mason High School
July 7 -
18 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Music and Lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice | Additional Music and Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Hans Zimmer | Book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi | Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor
“Hakuna Matata… What a wonderful phrase!” Disney's The Lion King has captivated the imaginations of audiences around the world, and now you can be part of the adventure! The African savannah comes to life in this classic musical, featuring the lovable characters Simba, Rafiki, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again as we learn that “we’re all connected in the great circle of life.” In this two-week performance academy, you’ll learn acting, singing and dancing through fun theatre games while you bring this classic Disney tale to life in a production enhanced by select costume and set pieces.
Classes Include: Acting, Singing, Dancing, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
This camp is currently sold. You can still sign up for the Ignite Institute section of this camp running July 21 to August 1.
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
Two-week Performance Academy at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
July 14 -
25 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
By Qui Nguyen
From the author of She Kills Monsters and Vietgone, get ready for some high-octane fun and epic alien battles in Aliens vs. Cheerleaders. After aliens abduct two unsuspecting teenagers and scan their brains to find their leader, they are led to Principal Forsman of Saint Valley High School. Little do the power-hungry aliens suspect that the school's cheerleading squad is full of brains, brawn and butt-kicking skills. But when the cheerleaders are overpowered, it's up to outsider Molly and her nerdy sidekick Lewis to step in and save the planet. You’ll sharpen your skills in acting, stage combat, improvisation and design, and create set pieces, costumes and props from scratch while rehearsing this production.
Classes Include: Acting, Stage Combat, Improv, Design, Rehearsal and Performance
One-Week Camp at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
July 14 -
18 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-10
Shareformance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Being a demigod is dangerous, but at Camp Half-Blood, you’ll get the training you need to survive and triumph in a world filled with gods, monsters and mayhem. With classes in stage combat, acting and improvisation, you’ll be able to defeat any mythical beast you encounter on your quest through the Percy Jackson universe. Put your (stage) combat skills into action as you conquer your foes during a heroic, end-of-week Shareformance.
Classes Include: Stage Combat Movement, Acting, Improvisation, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
Two-week Performance Academy at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
July 21 -
Aug. 1 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez | Book by Jennifer Lee | Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
Do you want to build a snowman? This heartwarming adaptation of the celebrated animated film, Frozen, is taking the Playhouse by (snow)storm! Join your favorite Frozen characters in Arendelle as they embark on an epic, ice-filled journey of self-discovery and camaraderie while learning the real meaning of true love. In this two-week performance academy, you’ll learn acting, singing and dancing through fun theatre games while you work as a group to put together a production enhanced by select costume and set pieces. Disney's Frozen KIDS is sure to prove that “some people are worth melting for.”
Classes Include: Acting, Singing, Dancing, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
Two-week Performance Academy at Ignite Institute
July 21 -
Aug. 1 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 1-6
Performance: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Music and Lyrics by Elton John & Tim Rice | Additional Music and Lyrics by Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin and Hans Zimmer | Book by Roger Allers & Irene Mecchi | Based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor
“Hakuna Matata… What a wonderful phrase!” Disney's The Lion King has captivated the imaginations of audiences around the world, and now you can be part of the adventure! The African savannah comes to life in this classic musical, featuring the lovable characters Simba, Rafiki, Pumbaa, Timon and more. Journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again as we learn that “we’re all connected in the great circle of life.” In this two-week performance academy, you’ll learn acting, singing and dancing through fun theatre games while you bring this classic Disney tale to life in a production enhanced by select costume and set pieces.
Classes Include: Acting, Singing, Dancing, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
One-Week Showcase at Ignite Institute
July 21 -
25 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Showcase: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Design, Rehearsal and Performance
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
One-Week Showcase at Cincinnati Playhouse in The Park
July 28 -
Aug. 1 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Showcase: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Design, Rehearsal and Performance
This camp is currently sold out. Complete the registration form to join the waitlist or sign up for the Ignite Institute section of this camp running July 21 to 25.
One-Week Showcase at Ignite Institute
July 28 -
Aug. 1 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campers entering Grades 6-12
Showcase: 3:30 p.m. on the last day of camp.
Everyone deserves a chance to fly! Dive deep into the stories of Elphaba, Glinda and other memorable characters from the hit musical Wicked in this one-week Showcase camp. Bring Shiz University and the Emerald City to life by working on scenes and songs from the show. With extended rehearsal and performance sessions and classes in singing, dancing and design, you’ll spend the week preparing for a Showcase of select songs and scenes at the end of the week.
Classes Include: Singing, Dance, Theatre Crafts, Rehearsal and Performance
*Price includes a $25-nonrefundable registration fee
The Launch Pad Accessibility Program is available for many camps and locations this year. Please visit our Launch Pad page for more information.
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