Tanglewood Summer 2025
Tanglewood Summer has long been a successful and inspirational part of children’s creative education in Western North Carolina. Our theatre camp has been extremely popular and is well-suited for any young person interested in exploring the exciting world of theatre. Our faculty represents some of the finest talent in the area, and we are thrilled to have them at Tanglewood Summer.
We have something for every kid this summer – whether it’s your first or one-hundred-and-first time trying theatre, Tanglewood Summer is the place for YOU!
Want to work at Tanglewood Summer Camp? We have teaching assistant positions for ages 14-16, teaching positions open for ages 16 and up, and we’re looking for energetic, talented, kind instructors to teach at our variety of theatre camps this summer. We hope you’ll be one of them! We have positions open for ages 16 and up, and we’re looking for specialists in technical theatre, music direction, choreography, stage management, and more, as well as general theatre camp counselors. Thank you for your interest in joining the Tanglewood Summer Staff! Apply here!
Summer Musical 1: Disney’s High School Musical Jr.
Ages 10-18
Monday, June 16 – Saturday, June 28, 2025
Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20 & Monday, June 23-Friday, June 27 from 9 AM – 4 PM. Saturday, June 28 from 9 AM – 11:30 AM.
Performances:
- Thursday, June 26 at 3:00 PM
- Friday, June 27 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Saturday, June 28 at 10:00 AM
Best described as Summer Stock for Youth, Summer Musicals are fast-paced, energetic rehearsal days that culminate in five public performances on the last three days of camp! With songs, dances, and hilarious material great for performers of all ages, the Summer Musical is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life Disney’s High School Musical JR. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike.
Registration: Tuition is $600 per session – Scholarships are available.
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If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
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Summer Musical Tech 1: Disney’s High School Musical Jr.
Ages 12-18
Monday, June 16 – Saturday, June 28, 2025
Monday, June 16 – Friday, June 20 & Monday, June 23-Friday, June 27 from 9 AM – 4 PM. Saturday, June 28 from 9 AM – 11:30 AM.
Performances:
- Thursday, June 26 at 3:00 PM
- Friday, June 27 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Saturday, June 28 at 10:00 AM
Want to be a part of an incredible summer musical adventure, but with a behind the scenes experience? This is the camp for you! Work side by side with ACT tech professionals to create costumes, props, and more!
Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical comes to life Disney’s High School Musical JR. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities. The show’s infectious, danceable songs are sure to engage performers and audiences alike.
Registration: Tuition is $600 per session – Scholarships are available.
Register Now
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
Apply For Scholarship
Summer Stages 1: Adventure
Ages 8-14 for full day, 4-7 for half day.
Monday, July 7 – Friday, July 11, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM for full day; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM for half day.
There will be a showcase on Friday, July 11 – 1:00 PM for half day, 4:00 PM for full day.
Are you ready for a theatrical adventure? Join us for a full week of creative play, theatre games, singing, dancing, and more! Culminating in a final showcase for your friends and family, Summer Stages is the best place for theatre kids to shine! Great for kids with all levels of experience, Summer Stages: Adventure will feature music and themed games inspired by The Wild Robot, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Peter Pan, and more!
Registration: Tuition is $300 for full day, $200 for half day – Scholarships are available.
Before Care: $5 per day Monday-Friday available to all campers (8:00-8:15 AM drop off for Before Care).
After Care: $5 per day Monday-Thursday available to full day campers only (4:15-5:00 PM pick up for After Care).
Register Full-Day
Register Half-Day
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
Apply For Scholarship
Summer Stages 2: Magic
Ages 8-14 for full day, 4-7 for half day.
Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 18, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM for full day; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM for half day.
There will be a showcase on Friday, July 18 – 1:00 PM for half day, 4:00 PM for full day.
Discover the magic of theatre in a full week of creative play, theatre games, singing, dancing, and more! Culminating in a final showcase for your friends and family, Summer Stages is the best place for theatre kids to shine! Great for kids with all levels of experience, Summer Stages: Magic will feature music and themed games inspired by Encanto, Spellbound, The Wizard of Oz, Wicked, and more!
Registration: Tuition is $300 for full day, $200 for half day – Scholarships are available.
Before Care: $5 per day Monday-Friday available to all campers (8:00-8:15 AM drop off for Before Care).
After Care: $5 per day Monday-Thursday available to full day campers only (4:15-5:00 PM pick up for After Care).
Register Full-Day
Register Half-Day
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
Apply For Scholarship
Summer Stages 3: Wild
Ages 8-14 for full day, 4-7 for half day.
Monday, July 21 – Friday, July 25, 2025
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM for full day; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM for half day.
There will be a showcase on Friday, July 25 – 1:00 PM for half day, 4:00 PM for full day.
Find your wild side in a week full of creative play, theatre games, singing, dancing, and more! Culminating in a final showcase for your friends and family, Summer Stages is the best place for theatre kids to shine! Great for kids with all levels of experience, Summer Stages: Wild will feature music and themed games inspired by Madagascar, The Lion King, The Aristocats, Tarzan, The Jungle Book, and more!
Registration: Tuition is $300 for full day, $200 for half day – Scholarships are available.
Before Care: $5 per day Monday-Friday available to all campers (8:00-8:15 AM drop off for Before Care).
After Care: $5 per day Monday-Thursday available to full day campers only (4:15-5:00 PM pick up for After Care).
Register Full-Day
Register Half-Day
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
Apply For Scholarship
Summer Musical 2: Shrek the Musical Jr.
Ages 8-18
Monday, July 28 – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Monday, July 28 – Friday, August 1 & Monday, August 4 – Saturday, August 9 from 9 AM – 4 PM.
Performances:
- Friday, August 8 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM
- Saturday, August 9 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM
Best described as Summer Stock for Youth, Summer Musicals are fast-paced, energetic rehearsal days that culminate in five public performances on the last three days of camp! With songs, dances, and hilarious material great for performers of all ages, the Summer Musical is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Registration: Tuition is $600 per session – Scholarships are available.
SOLD OUT – Join The Waitlist
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.
Apply For Scholarship
Summer Musical Tech 2: Shrek the Musical Jr.
Ages 12-18
Monday, July 28 – Saturday, August 9, 2025
Monday, July 28 – Friday, August 1 & Monday, August 4 – Saturday, August 9 from 9 AM – 4 PM.
Performances:
- Friday, August 8 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM
- Saturday, August 9 at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM
Want to be a part of an incredible summer musical adventure, but with a behind the scenes experience? This is the camp for you! Work side by side with ACT tech professionals to create costumes, props, and more!
It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Registration: Tuition is $600 per session – Scholarships are available.
SOLD OUT – Join The Waitlist
If you are applying for a scholarship, please click the link below INSTEAD of filling out registration. We will contact you once we have received your scholarship application. Scholarship applications must be filled out at least 6 weeks before the start of camp.