RITZ SUMMER CAMP
The Ritz Stage Starz Summer Camp is a four-week, hands-on experience in the magical world of theatre. Each day, campers will explore the realms of acting, singing, dance, and production, all led by our trained instructors.
Ritz Stage Starz Summer Theatre Camp!
2027 RITZ STAGE STARZ SUMMER CAMP! ADDITIONAL DETAILS TO COME THIS WINTER!
JUNIOR CAMP
- Monday through Friday, 10AM-3PM, beginning on July 12th.
- Orientation/Audition Date: TBD
- Camp Show Dates: Friday, August 6th @ 7:30PM & Saturday, August 7th @ 3PM & 7:30PM
- Tuition: $900 – includes all program fees, three culminating performances, ticket to Ritz summer mainstage production of SEUSSICAL ($720 for additional siblings).
- Before and after care available for an additional cost ($30 per session).
- Junior Campers experience live theatre with our skilled instructors and staff through daily activities—classes in acting, vocal music, movement, dance, and audition process and preparation. At the same time, campers work on their own production, which they’ll perform at the end of camp.
- Tuition is non-refundable and must be paid in full at time of registration unless applying for a scholarship or alternate arrangements are made with Director of Education Robert Repici.
SENIOR CAMP (Entering Grades 9-12 + Recent HS Grads)
- Monday through Friday, 3PM to 7PM, beginning on July 19th. [Please note that on a few select dates in Weeks 1-3, Senior Camp may run from 2PM to 6PM. For Monday through Thursday of Week 4 (Tech Week), Senior Camp will run for extended hours.]
- Audition Date: Wednesday, July 14th, beginning at 3PM
- Camp Show Dates: Friday, August 13th @ 7:30PM & Saturday, August 14th @ 2PM & 7:30PM
- Tuition: $900 – includes all program fees, three culminating performances, ticket to Ritz summer mainstage production of SEUSSICAL ($720 for additional siblings).
- *Experienced young performers entering 8th grade may request to join Senior Camp if they feel ready. Final approval lies with Director of Education Robert Repici.
- High school students and recent graduates channel their passionate and prolific theatrical spirit by mounting a full-fledged musical production in just four weeks. Daily rehearsals give them an opportunity to fine-tune their acting, singing, and dancing skills. Students also dive in “behind the scenes”—preparing sets and props for their production.
- Tuition is non-refundable and must be paid in full at time of registration unless applying for a scholarship or alternate arrangements are made with Director of Education Robert Repici.
SEAN CLANCY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Sean Clancy Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2021 to honor the life and legacy of Sean Clancy.
Sean was an integral part of the Ritz Theatre community, having been a camper himself, a staff member, and a performer in many mainstage productions. The scholarship was created in his name to provide one (1) Junior Camper and (1) Senior Camper, who have demonstrated financial need, the opportunity to participate in the Ritz Stage Starz Summer Theatre Camp, free of charge.
To apply for this special opportunity, please complete a camp registration form AND prepare a short letter describing why you would like to be considered for the Sean Clancy Memorial Scholarship, what theatre means to you, and what your goals are for the future. Please submit your scholarship application along with your completed camp registration form.
TERRY SAPERSTEIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Terry Saperstein Memorial Scholarship was established in 2024 to honor the life and legacy of Terry Saperstein.
For over five decades, Terry supported young performers as a talent manager, educator, and advocate. She was passionate about championing her clients and empowering them to succeed, both in show business and in life.
The scholarship was created in her name to provide one student who has demonstrated financial need the opportunity to participate in the Ritz Stage Starz Summer Theatre Camp free of charge. First-time Ritz Stage Starz campers are especially encouraged to apply.
To apply for this special opportunity, please complete a camp registration form AND prepare a short letter describing why you would like to be considered for the Sean Clancy Memorial Scholarship, what theatre means to you, and what your goals are for the future. Please submit your scholarship application along with your completed camp registration form.