Featuring Matthews Playhouse from our 2023 Smarty Camp Guide. For the full camp listings from our educational and community partners click here.
Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts invites children ages 4 and up to embark on an incredible journey of discovery, creativity and fun this summer. The theatre’s annual Summer Camp, which has served tens of thousands of children in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg and Union County regions since its inception in 1995, offers an exciting array of activities designed to engage and inspire campers ages 4 and up.
“Our summer camp kids explore the performing arts, develop skills in drama, music, and dance, and build meaningful relationships through engaging activities,” says Executive Director, Sarah Baumgardner. “Through this program, our campers gain confidence, develop their creativity, and have an unforgettable summer.”
Overview of Matthews Playhouse Summer Camp
Summer camp at Matthews Playhouse promises a variety of creative and challenging experiences for youth. With themed camps for ages 4–18 years old, children participate in full or half-day camps during the months of June, July, and August and each session culminates with a special on-stage demonstration for friends and family.
Matthews Playhouse welcomes children of all backgrounds and skill levels in the performing arts. The summer camp staff is made up of professional actors, directors, musicians, choreographers, theatre educators and former School of Theatre students who are back to pass along what they have learned to the next generation. Each instructor and camp counselor is trained to ensure that each child enjoys a summer camp experience that is safe, enriching, and fun.
Benefits of Attending Matthews Playhouse Summer Camp
When children are engaged in the performing arts, they experience multiple positive benefits that will serve them throughout their lives. “Our summer camps and theatre education programs have always been seen as an asset to the community,” says Matthews Playhouse Education Coordinator, Marisa Becker. “Our mission is to extend opportunities to students of all ages and backgrounds in a fun and supportive atmosphere.” Some of the more common benefits include increased confidence, independence, social skills, elevated creativity and greater capacity for critical thinking.
The cost of attending Matthews Playhouse Summer Camp ranges from $185 to $350 per session, and varies depending on the length of the session, and the type of session (half-day or full-day). Due to popular demand, camp administrators encourage the public to register early – many of the sessions will likely fill up before spring. Parents or guardians interested in registering their children should go to https://www.matthewsplayhouse.com/summercamp23 to learn more about the program and sign up.
For more information about the fees, payment options, and other details, please visit their website. Interested families may also contact a staff member at Matthews Playhouse by calling (704) 846-8343 or email contact@matthewsplayhouse.com.
Matthews Playhouse
100 McDowell St
Matthews, North Carolina
(704) 846-8343
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