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Classes & Workshops for Youth

Shirlee & Henry Fonda Theatre Academy

Summer Camps Grades K - 2

Student grade levels are based on the 2023-2024 school year.

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GRADE K – 2nd | COST: $100
TUESDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | MAY 28 – MAY 31

*No Camp on Monday, May 27th

During this one-week camp, students in K through 2nd grade will have an incredible time learning all about how the words on the page make their way to the stage! Through Reader’s Theatre, acting exercises, and theatre games, students will be fully immersed in the creative process. They’ll create characters, design costumes & sets, and use their imaginations to the fullest.

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MINI-PRODUCTION CAMP | THE LITTLE RED HEN
GRADE K – 2nd | COST: $100
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | JUNE 3 – 7
PERFORMANCE: FRIDAY, JUNE 7 @ 12:00PM

Let’s put on a play! In this mini-production camp, students will spend the week rehearsing a play to perform on Friday for family and friends. Every student will have a part in telling this classic tale!

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CRAFT & CREATE
GRADE K – 2nd | COST: $100
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | JUNE 10 – 14

During this one-week camp, students in K through 2nd grade will use their creativity to build magical worlds and characters. Each day will feature a new craft meant to spark inspiration where students will have the freedom to let their imaginations soar! Through sharing stories, creating art, & collaborating with their peers, everyone will have a chance to shine.

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FAIRY TALES & FARAWAY LANDS – ONLY FOUR SPOTS LEFT!
GRADE K – 2nd | COST: $100
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | JUNE 17 – 21

Get ready to see the world through the lens of fairy tales! Students enrolled in this camp will use their imaginations to recreate their favorite fairy tales. Through crafts, theatre games, song, and movement, these little learners will become storytellers.

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MINI-PRODUCTION CAMP | THE FRIENDLY DRAGON – SOLD OUT!!!
GRADE K – 2nd | COST: $100
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | JUNE 24 – 28
PERFORMANCE: FRIDAY, JUNE 28 @ 12:00PM

Spend the week at OCP rehearsing a play! Students enrolled in this mini-production camp will be cast in, rehearse, and perform “The Friendly Dragon.” Every student will have a performing role and assist in making props and backdrops for their show. Join us!

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Summer Camps Grades 3 - 5

Student grade levels are based on the 2023-2024 school year.

PRODUCTION CAMP | JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
GRADE: 3rd – 5th | 2 WEEK CAMP | COST: $300
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM | MAY 28 – 31 / JUNE 3 – 7

*No Camp on Monday, May 27th

PERFORMANCE: FRIDAY, JUNE 7 @ 4:00PM

Get ready to perform! Students enrolled in this two-week production camp will audition, rehearse, and perform this twist on Jack and the Beanstalk. No previous experience is necessary!

ABOUT THE SHOW: Magic Polly’s got just the thing for Jack – five magic beans. But Mama throws them away and Jack goes to bed with his tummy a’ rumblin’. Tale Tellers and Magic Makers conduct the audience in a feat of magic – helping to grow the fantastic beanstalk that climbs right through the clouds to the sky!

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MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP
GRADE: 3rd – 5th | COST: $200
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM | JUNE 10 – 14
PERFORMANCE: FRIDAY, JUNE 14 @ 4:00PM

Students enrolled in this one-week camp will get to experience all aspects of musical theatre! They will act, dance, and sing their way through songs & scenes from musical theatre’s most iconic shows. Students will also get a full behind-the-scenes tour of OCP! Musical Theatre Camp will perform their pieces for family & friends on the last day of class.

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IMPROV & ACTING CAMP
GRADE: 3rd – 5th | COST: $200
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM | JUNE 17 – 21
PERFORMANCE: FRIDAY, JUNE 21 @ 4:00PM

Students enrolled in the Improv & Acting Camp will spend their week engaged in scene work, theatre games, and improv exercises. There will not be any singing or dancing in this camp, but there will be lots of laughs and drama! Students will prepare pieces to perform for family and friends at the end of their last day of camp.

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BEHIND THE SCENES
GRADE 3rd – 5th | COST: $200
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 9:00AM – 4:00PM | JUNE 24 – 28

In this week-long camp, students will work to design costumes, sets, props, makeup looks, and a show poster for our middle & high school production of The Addams Family. Before jumping into their own creations, students will visit OCP’s costume shop, scene shop, and both of our performance spaces to learn about how our productions come to life. Their designs will be used in the performance of The Addams Family on the last day of camp!

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Workshops

PLAY IN A DAY APRIL
GRADE 2nd – 5th | COST: $50
FRIDAY | 9:00 – 4:00 (PERFORMANCE AT 4:00) | APRIL 12

Students enrolled in Play in a Day will learn an entire musical in just one day! Actors will spend the day learning music, memorizing lines, and learning choreography all in preparation to perform their show at the end of camp. Through theatre games & exercises, students will learn valuable performance and life skills. Each Play in a Day performs a brand-new show!

*OPS OUT OF SCHOOL

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THE WORLD OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
GRADE 2nd – 5th | COST: $40
SATURDAY | 9:00AM – 12:00PM | MAY 18

Students enrolled in this workshop will spend the day immersed in the music and story of Beauty and the Beast. They’ll explore the scenery and costumes, as well as learn music and choreography from some of the show most iconic songs.

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Scholarships

The Shirlee & Henry Fonda Theatre Academy is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have access to arts education. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please fill out our online application. The Director of Education will respond to your application as soon as possible.

In the effort to make theatre education as accessible as possible, in addition to scholarships, we also offer multi-class & sibling discounts. These are automatically applied at checkout.

FAQ

What time should I arrive?

Students may arrive up to ten minutes early for their class.

What if a student needs to miss a class?

That's okay! We know "life" happens. Please note, refunds cannot be made for missed classes.

May parents sit in and watch the class?

In order to help students let go of their inhibitions and develop a strong stage presence, we ask parents not to stay and watch their child in class, as it is often disruptive to the students.

What time should I pick up my child?

Classes are one-hour and your student's class end time will be listed in your confirmation email. A late penalty of $25 per each extra 10 minutes after the class end time will be imposed.

Will there be a performance at the end of classes?

All class descriptions have information about a performance. Some classes perform at the Final Showcase, others have an informal final class performance, and others do not have a performance at all. If a performance is planned, it is intended to be very informal and almost always done without lights, sets, props or costumes.

Policies

Refunds

Any requests for changes or refunds must be made in writing at least one week prior to your first class or camp. A full refund will be issued minus a $5 processing fee. No refunds after this point, only credit toward tuition of a future class, camp or workshop within a year of the cancellation. No exceptions for injury or illness.

Cancellation of Class

If your class or workshop is canceled, you will have the choice of a full refund (no processing fee charge) or a credit toward a future class or workshop.

Behavior: In order to ensure students derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from the classroom experience, students who become disruptive or disrespectful will be removed from class with no refund of tuition.

Photo & Video Release

Omaha Community Playhouse often takes photographs and video during events for use in brochures and the web. By registering you agree that OCP may use any image of you or your child that might appear in photographs or video taken at OCP.