Theatre Education for Young Artists

IS YOUR STUDENT ACTOR WANTING TO SHARPEN THEIR SKILLS?

All year-round, we offer classes to help our young actors sharpen all of their skills. Classes are skill-based, but have lots of fun themes generated by our master teachers, and even suggestions from students! From Readers Theatre to private vocal lessons to introductory dance classes, we are here to help shape your actor while making sure they have fun the whole way!

UPCOMING CAMPS AND CLASSES

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Spring Break Camp: Emerald City Explorers

🚀 Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Most Magical Spring Break Ever!

🌟 Step into the spotlight and journey to the dazzling world of Emerald City, where theatre magic comes to life! This isn’t just any camp—it’s a week-long adventure packed with improv, puppetry, melodrama, choreography, and more! Young stars (ages 5-12) will laugh, perform, create, and explore as they bring stories to life on stage.

🎶 Sing like a Munchkin!
🎭 Act like a Wizard!
💃 Dance down the Yellow Brick Road!

📅 Dates: March 10-14
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
🎭 Ages: 5-12

To register visit: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35622/production/1229181?performanceId=11592053

💡 CALLING ALL TEEN LEADERS!

Are you 13-18 years old and love theatre, leadership, and making magic happen? Become a volunteer Teen Counselor and help our young explorers shine! This is an amazing opportunity to gain experience, build confidence, and be part of something unforgettable!

🚀 Spots are vanishing faster than a house in a tornado! Don’t miss out—email Education@wacocivictheatre.com today and claim your place in the Emerald City! 💚✨🎭

Magic Treehouse, Knight at Dawn Kids

1pm – 5pm June 2-13th
Ages 5 through 13

Magic Tree House: The Knight at Dawn KIDS is an adaptation of the second of Mary Pope Osborne’s award-winning fantasy adventure books from the Magic Tree House book series, which has sold more than 100 million copies and is available in more than 100 countries around the world. This time around, Jack and Annie’s tree house takes them to an age of knights in shining armor, where the two discover the power of hope and the true meaning of gallantry.

Beetlejuice The Musical Camp

1pm – 5pm June 16-27

Ages 11 through 18

It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.

Willy Wonka Kids Camp

SOLD OUT

1pm – 5pm June 30 – July 11

Ages 5 through 13

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth. Now in the updated Binder format!

Phantom Tollbooth Camp

June 9-June 20 9am-Noon.
Performances June 20-22

Here are Milo’s adventures in the Land of Wisdom, where he’s forced to think about many new things. Milo learns of the argument between King Azaz and his brother, the Mathemagician, whose disagreement over words and numbers has led to the banishment of Princesses Sweet Rhyme and Pure Reason. Milo is dispatched to rescue the princesses from the Land of Ignorance. Armed with the knowledge and skills he picks up on his journey, Mile rescues the princesses. When he must return home, Milo bids farewell to his new friends, knowing his attitude toward learning will never be the same.

Disney's Moana Camp

1pm – 5pm July 21-Aug 1

Ages 8 through 18.

Performances start Aug 1st – 3rd.

This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana JR. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.