OHIO ACTING CAMPS & CLASSES
Camps and classes for Ohio kids, teens, and adults that have a special focus on acting in the theatre. Many of these Ohio acting education programs also focus on singing, dancing and music. Most programs present a performance on the last day of classes. Most of the camps are day camps, but some are residential.
Contact each individual organization via their website for updated program date, place, and registration information.
Columbus Children's Theatre
Columbus, OH area
The Fall Academy opens for registration on July 18, 2023. Classes take place at our studios at 177 Naghten Street, Columbus OH 43215 (Downtown) with opportunities to experience the many aspects of theatre from costuming, acting, scenic design, and movement to teamwork and building friendships. These classes are designed for a range of experience levels, though we do ask that your students come with their own passion and excitement for learning!
Discovery Level
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey of self-discovery and watch the magic of theatre come alive! With engaging activities, creative challenges, and more fun than you can imagine, you’ll see all the excitement that theatre has to offer! Let your adventure begin!
Theatre360 – Triple Threat
Ages: 5 – 15
Theatre360 – Acting Onstage
Ages 5 – 15
Thrive by Five!
Ages: 3-5
(Fun)damentals of Improv
Ages:8 – 12
Audition Prep
Ages:8 – 12
Level 1
Students at this level begin studying specific theatrical topics. Taught by seasoned professionals, these classes are perfect for the student seeking introductory skills in their area of interest.
Ages: 8 – 15
Level 2
Our first Intermediate level. Students will focus on developing skills in a single theatrical discipline.
Ages: 13 – 17
About Our Camps
At CCT, we take a holistic approach to theatre education, giving students a 360-degree theatrical experience. Each week of camp will provide students with both onstage performance experience as well as backstage production experience in theatrical disciplines like scenic design, costuming, and more.
We believe this creates a well-rounded educational experience and encourages imaginative curiosity for students of all ages and experience levels. Apart from learning about the art of theatre, students will grow invaluable life skills such as confidence, communication, and collaboration.
All we ask is that your students bring a lunch and snack along with their own passion and excitement for learning! We will have a nut-free table available at lunch and snack time.
Website: https://columbuschildrenstheatre.org
TheatreLab Dayton
Dayton, OH area
Throughout the year, Theatrelab Dayton offers intensive workshops for both youth and adult performers in focusing on the fundamentals of musical theatre, singing, dancing, and acting. Our teaching artists range from Dayton area professionals to Broadway and film veterans. Notable workshops include beginner’s improv, audition techniques, stage combat, character development, and playwriting. Whether you’re a beginner or an old pro, our workshops are designed to strengthen your skills while introducing you to new tools and techniques.
Website: https://www.theatrelabdayton.org
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH area
Ensemble’s programs are designed to foster empathy and appreciation of others’ stories, develop next-generation artists and audiences, and provide students with creative problem-solving skills that can be applied in all areas of their lives.
Our camps and classes ignite students’ imaginations through the collaborative process of theatre, empower them as creative thinkers, and support their development as artists and young adults.
In addition to performance-focused camps and classes, our popular, one-of-a-kind technical theatre intensive is a unique chance for aspiring artists who are eager to participate in theatre but who may prefer working behind the scenes.
Students leave our instruction equipped with a strong foundation of acting and production skills along with practical training, which may include improv, vocal health, on-camera acting experience, and set design.
Website: https://ensemblecincinnati.org
Great Lakes Theater
Cleveland, OH area
For Students ages 6-17, Great Lakes Theater Camp is a summer drama camp with musical theater elements that immerses students in interactive and educational theater-based activities. Theater Camp is a unique opportunity for students to work with and learn from Great Lakes Theater’s professional teaching artists in a fun, safe and supportive environment.
Theater arts promote social and emotional skills, critical thinking and problem solving, as well as build confidence - all while having fun with new friends. Join us for a fun-filled two weeks that your child will never forget!
Daily classes will be held in a two-week session. The program is designed for students of all levels of experience and ability. There is no audition required. Classes will be divided by students’ respective ages. Theater Camp features classes in acting, Shakespeare, movement, improvisation, stage combat, mask making and, new this year, musical theater!Website: https://www.greatlakestheater.org
Toledo Repertoire Theatre
Toledo, OH area
Acting • Improv • Voice • Singing • Dance • Design & Technical Arts
Our Rep Ed classes aim to foster self-confidence, teamwork and commitment in a safe and fun environment. Here at The Rep, ‘Toledo’s Community Theatre’ since 1933, we have been providing educational theatre classes for northwestern Ohio and southeastern Michigan since 1937.
We strive to create a vibrant theatre experience that engages, educates and inspires young people and our surrounding community.
Please visit our website for scheduled class dates and times.
Website: https://toledorep.org
Dayton Live Creative Academy
Dayton, OH area
The Dayton Live Creative Academy offers a variety of professionally curated performing arts experiences for all ages. From classes for beginners, and summer camps for the adventurous, to Broadway after-school intensives for the curious, there are year-round activities for everyone in the family. Join us for fun, for adventure, and to develop your own creativity. This is performing arts education for EVERYONE!
Website: https://www.daytonlive.org/series/creative-academy/
The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio
Columbus, OH area
Explore your creative side through Camps and Acting Classes for every interest, age, and skill level.
SATURDAY MORNING MUSICALS
Participants will spend 15 Saturday mornings developing life-long skills through theatre: creative collaboration, teamwork, speaking to audiences, critical thinking and more! As a theatre team, they will adapt or write their own script, experience what it is like to audition for roles, understand aspects of costume and set design, all culminating to a final performance on the last day!
SUMMER THEATRE ARTS PROGRAM
Students will write new endings to contemporary plays while learning theatre performance and production skills. The summer program ends with a final day performance
Website: https://www.thecontemporaryohio.org
Actors’ Theatre of Columbus
Columbus, OH area
Our mission is to provide actors of all experience levels a safe place to grow and strengthen their performing skills. We also encourage participants to become involved in all aspects of ATC, including assisting students with auditioning for shows, volunteering behind the scenes, and finding opportunities with other organizations in the Columbus theatre community.
Please see our website for scheduled classes, camps, and workshops.
Website: https://theactorstheatre.org
New Direction Performing Arts Academy
Canton, OH area
The New Direction Performing Arts Academy strives to change the direction of children's lives through the arts. Children will not only learn how to use their artistic gifts, but they will build confidence, become articulate, develop work ethic, and learn how to thrive in a creative environment; Lessons from art that children can carry into life.
KinderAct
For Beginner Theatre Students Ages 4-7
This class is an introduction to the fundamentals of theatre, as they engage in creative theatrical play that helps them get ready for the stage.
Places!
Students ready for the next level Ages 8-12
This class will prepare your student with the tools they need to be in their first musical production. This session will culminate with a musical Theatre number.
Website: https://www.newdirectionperformingartsacademy.com
Broadway2LA
Columbus, OH area
Offering Acting Classes for Kids, Teens and Adults!
We have our acting studios located in Dublin and New Albany, Ohio and specialize in film, TV, and commercial training.
Talent Agent & Casting Director Showcase
“Red Carpet Event” All students will watch their film/ TV shows up on the big screen, walk the red carpet, and network with industry professionals.
Kids Acting Classes
Kid’s Acting Classes (Ages 8-12) are designed for all skill levels which include film, TV and commercial classes along with summer acting camps. Classes and camps end with the “Broadway2LA Talent Agency & Casting Director Showcase.”
Teens Acting Classes
Teen’s Acting Classes (Ages 13-17) are designed for all skill levels which include film, TV and commercial classes along with summer acting camps. Classes and camps end with the “Broadway2LA Talent Agency & Casting Director Showcase.”
Adult Acting Classes
Adult Acting Classes (Ages 18+) are designed for all skill levels (beginners, intermediate, or advanced actors) with a focus on film, TV, and commercial acting. Each Course ends with the “Broadway2LA Talent Agency & Casting Director Showcase.”
As a studio, we have 3 goals for our students:
• Learn the craft of acting
• Perform for local industry professionals which include local talent agencies, casting directors, producers and directors
• Increase confidence, self-esteem and improve public speaking skills
Studio highlights include:
• Kid’s Summer Acting Camps
• Teen’s Summer Acting Camps
• Film Classes (Fall & Winter)
• TV Classes (Winter)
• Demo Reel Classes (Spring)
• Commercial Classes (Fall)
• Talent Agency & Casting Director Showcases - Industry professionals scout talent
• Networking opportunities, audition notices, and the opportunity to perform in the Columbus, Ohio “48 Hour Film Project”
Website: https://broadway2la.com
Shadowbox Live
Columbus, OH area
The influence of an arts education is unmatched. When young adults are engaged and inspired through the immediacy of live performance, they are introduced to courage, compassion, and imagination – the world’s most transformative powers.
The SBX Performance Academy has been nationally recognized as a provider of some of the country’s finest arts education platforms. Our suite of classes – lead by Shadowbox Live Teaching Artists – uses experiential knowledge to help students discover, cultivate, and apply their artistic abilities on and off stage. In this way, we use performance as an educational lab, teaching the process of art, the purpose of art, and the power of art.
STEM Rocks The Box
The cornerstone of the SBX Performance Academy, STEM Rocks the Box, is an 8-day afterschool program that takes high school students through the audition, rehearsal, production, and performance of a sketch comedy and music production for a live audience. Students are selected through an audition process, and explore up to 2 disciplines on stage or behind the scenes.
Arts Immersion Program
The Arts Immersion Program (AIP) is a 10-day educational intensive that studies the life of the working artist. Students are enrolled in master classes in vocal, acting, dance, and music performance, and attend workshops in arts administration, marketing, and professionalism. The program culminates with the production and performance of a full-length sketch comedy and rock ‘n’ roll show.
Designed to teach resilience, perseverance, the mastery of fears, and the exchange of critical and constructive feedback, AIP gives aspiring artistic professionals an honest, humbling insight into what it truly takes to be a metaperformer.
Artistic ASL
This course applies the cumulative study of American Sign Language (ASL) to the process and purpose of live art. Through the execution of stage craft and character development, students are challenged to evolve from interpreter to performer and deepen the connection between art and audience.
Website: https://shadowboxlive.org
RESOURCES
Of course a website cannot tell you all the information you need to know about preparing yourself to be an actor: unions, contracts, agents, casting, auditions, and the myriads of other things actors should learn about the acting business.
Below are a number of resources that will help you learn about such things to get you on the right road to becoming a successful actor.
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