Aurora Summer Camps 2025
Theater Arts Camp
Our 2022 summer camp produced J’s and the Giant Peach, with campers helping make sets and costumes as well as performing.
Theater Arts Camp 2025
The musical for summer 2025 will be Really Rosie, adapted from the Off-Broadway musical by Maurice Sendak with Music by Carole King.
Theater and music are inseparable at Aurora School and in our popular summer camp. As is the tradition at Aurora’s Theater Arts Camp, we adapt our performance to be age appropriate and accommodate every camper. Some of our secrets to making this happen are simplifying some of the characters’ lines, and having multiple actors playing the same character. These actor changes make the performance and camp so much fun! No one is left out; it is a priority that all of our campers have the opportunity to be in the performance.
It’s not all about acting though . . . our diverse team brings so many talents that campers have the chance to participate in many parts of the production. In addition to acting, all campers have the opportunity to work on building musical instruments, set design, costume design, choreography and singing. There are even some special projects in works. Every camper has a role in the play. If a camper is not comfortable performing in front of people, we offer behind-the-scenes parts, such as set changers, curtain managers or sound effects specialists.
Younger Campers – Entering 2nd Grade and Younger
Campers are divided into age groups with age appropriate activities. Younger campers are part of the chorus and are assigned smaller roles if interested. They also help with set and costume design, at an age appropriate level. Children are introduced to a variety of theater activities, including playing instruments, singing, dancing and movement, all in the context of the acting experience. All campers have the opportunity to be in the performance.
Older Campers – Entering 3rd Grade and Older
Campers are divided into age groups with age appropriate activities. Older campers help design costumes, build sets, assist in directing younger campers, and audition for the main roles if they are interested. Campers are introduced to a variety of theater activities, including playing instruments, singing, dancing and movement, all in the context of the acting experience. All campers have the opportunity to be in the performance.
Two Performances with Two Casts
Due to the popularity of this camp, each cast group (Younger/Older) is also split into Cast A and Cast B (so Cast A is half of the younger cast combined with with half of the older, and the other halves combined into Cast B). Cast A performs on Monday, Aug 2 and Cast B performs on Tuesday, August 3, both at 6pm.
Camp Details
Dates
Open to campers entering grades K-6 and Counselors in Training entering grades 7-12.
4.5 Week Session:
July 7 – August 6, 2025
Times
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Mon - Fri
Live Performances at 6pm: Monday, August 4 for Cast A and Tuesday, August 5 for Cast BÂ
Families will be limited to 4 seats each per camper
Fees
$2,575
Extended Care Options
Before Care from 8:30 am – 9:00 am is included with the tuition
After Care until 5:00 pm is $150 per week (pre-registration required)
Counselors in Training (CITs) – Entering 7th Grade and Older
Our Counselors in Training (CIT) program is very popular for those campers who have outgrown the traditional camper age, but who still love our Theater Camp and want to contribute. CITs work with the CIT Director to support the production, campers, and adult staff in many ways, all the while learning the skills and techniques needed to become full-fledged counselors. CITs work in the woodshop, help with costumes and set design, and help with songs, music, and acting. During the performance CITs either work backstage or help with the younger camper groups. Due to the growth and popularity of this program over the years, all CITs are required to attend the full 4.5 week session. We have three different tiers for CITs, based on their age and experience.
Counselors in Training 1: just graduated campers going into 7th or 8th grade
Cost: $500 for a 4 week session
Maximum of 5 spots available
Counselors in Training 2: seasoned CITs entering 9th – 11th gradeÂ
Cost: $400 for a 4 week session
Maximum of 5 spots available
Junior Counselors: perfectly seasoned and fully cooked CITs entering 11th or 12th grade
Application required. Contact Camp Director Josh Johnson (joshj@auroraschool.org) if interested.
Cost: Volunteer Position
Maximum of 4 spots available
The Fine Print
Extended Care
Drop off anytime between 8:30 and 9:00am, included with the cost of camp. You may register for after care until 5:00pm for a cost of $150 per week. You must either add this option during your initial registration or before the Monday of the week prior to the session start.
Payment Options
You may choose to pay for your camp tuition either in full at the time of registration or with a payment plan split into 2 payments. Payment in full may be made via an electronic check withdrawal (e-check / ACH) or credit / debit card. If you choose a credit card (debit cards are exempt) for payment, a 3% fee will be added to your payment to cover some of the credit card fees. The payment plan requires an automatic withdrawal from a bank account or debit / credit card to be set up at registration. You would pay half of the total at registration and the remaining half will be charged on April 15th, 2025. Full details are on the registration site. Please feel free to email any questions to the camp director, Josh Johnson or call him at (510) 428-2606 x 208.
Refunds
Your camp tuition is refundable minus the non-refundable deposit of $200 up until May 1, 2025. Refund / Cancellation requests must be in writing (email) before the May 1 deadline. After May 1st your tuition becomes non-refundable.
Financial Assistance
Partial financial aid is available for students of Aurora School who qualify. Please contact the camp director before April 1 to apply.