Tanglewood Summer 2023

Sponsor-kids Tanglewood Youth Theatre 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.

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 2023 Camp Sessions

Registration opens March 1, 2023 and closes the Friday before the first day of each camp. Scholarship applicants must apply by 4 weeks before the first day of each camp.

Summer Stages Session I: ADVENTURE!

Ages 4-7 half day, 8-14 full day
June 12-16| 9 AM-1 PM half day, 9 AM-4 PM 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 of all levels of experience, Summer Stages: Adventure will feature music and themed games inspired by Peter Pan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, and more!

Performances: Informal showcase at 11 AM on Friday for half day campers & 4 PM on Friday for full day campers.

Registration begins on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Tuition will be $200 half day, $300 full day – Scholarships are available.

NOTE: If applying for a scholarship, please fill out the Scholarship Application INSTEAD of filling out registration. If your application is approved, we will be in touch with you to register.

Summer Stages Session II: MAGIC!

Ages 4-7 half day, 8-14 full day
June 19-23| 9 AM-1 PM half day, 9 AM-4 PM 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 of all levels of experience, Summer Stages: Magic will feature music and themed games inspired by Encanto, Alice in Wonderland, The Boy Who Lived: A Wizard Rock Tribute to Harry Potter, and that’s just the beginning!

Performances: Informal showcase at 11 AM on Friday for half day campers & 4 PM on Friday for full day campers.

Registration begins on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Tuition will be $200 half day, $300 full day – Scholarships are available.

Summer Conservatory

Ages 12-18
July 10-14 | 9 AM-4 PM

Dive deep into the life of a performer in our Summer Conservatory! Develop your dance skills, expand your vocal repertoire, speak with industry professionals, and collaborate on a cabaret to showcase your talents for your friends and family on the last day of camp. Designed for the experienced theatre student, Summer Conservatory is a great place to expand your skills and prepare for your future theatrical journey!

Performances: Informal showcase at 4 PM on Friday

Registration begins on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Tuition will be $300– Scholarships are available.

Summer Musical: Seussical Jr.

Ages 8-18
July 24-28 & July 31-August 4 | 9 AM-4 PM

Best described as Summer Stock for Youth, Summer Musicals are fast-paced, energetic rehearsal days that culminate in three public performances on the last day of camp. With songs, dances, and hilarious material great for performers of all ages, the Summer Musical is sure to be an unforgettable experience!

Oh the thinks you can think when you join us for our Summer Musical: Seussical Jr! From the planet of Who to the Jungle of Nool, the tallest of tall and the smallest of small will experience the entire production process from auditions to performances.

Performances: 3 Public Performances at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM on the final Friday.

Registration begins on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Tuition will be $500– Scholarships are available.

Tech Camp

Ages 13-18
July 24-28 & July 31-August 4 | 9 AM-4 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 that make up the Jungle of Nool and Whoville!

Performances: These campers will work crew for the 3 Public Performances at 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 3:00 PM on the final Friday

Registration begins on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Tuition will be $500– Scholarships are available.

Scholarship Information

ACT offers financial assistance for our Summer Camp sessions, and we work hard with each family to make sure that cost is not an obstacle to participation. NOTE: If applying for a scholarship, please fill out the Scholarship Application INSTEAD of filling out registration. If your application is approved, we will be in touch with you to register. Scholarship applicants must apply by 4 weeks before the first day of each camp.

Other Information

If you have questions, please contact Education Director, Zoe Zelonky or Box Office Manager, Joshua Runkles.