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Summer Theatre Adventures
Now Enrolling for Summer 2026!
Early bird pricing ends Mar 1, 2026
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With a variety of different camps for grades 1 through graduating seniors, students can explore everything from musical theatre to Shakespeare to technical theatre. This popular program fills up every year and offers an incredible opportunity for students to build their theatre skills and shine on stage!
Rising 1st-5th Graders
Theatre Fest Jr.
Jun 22-26
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
Join for a theatrical grab-bag of all the best things our summer camps have to offer. Each day will focus on a different skill or experience. Work with experienced artists and experts in their fields as we explore Acting, Technical Theatre, Improv & Comedy, Puppetry, and so much more! If the students fall in love with one particular day, there are more opportunities later in the summer for them to continue the adventure.
Honk!: Kids
Jun 29- Jul 10
$720 Early Bird
$760 Regular Price
Join the cast of a brand new, not-yet-published Kids adaptation of Honk! The Musical, based on the classic tale The Ugly Duckling! No camp on Jul 3.
Please note this camp is only 9 days long, as the first Friday of the session, NextStop will be closed to celebrate the Fourth of July
Mysteries & Mayhem
Jul 13-17
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
NEW! Step into a world of secrets, suspense, and stagecraft: Mysteries & Mayhem invites students to become storytellers, detectives, and performers as they explore what makes a mystery truly mysterious. Join us for this brand-new, one-week theatre camp where young actors will dive into the world of storytelling, suspense, and stage magic. Together, campers will uncover what makes a great mystery — from clever clues and sneaky suspects to dramatic twists and plenty of theatrical mayhem! Whether your camper loves to act, write, direct, or just imagine wild stories, they’ll find a place to shine. By week’s end, they’ll have built confidence, teamwork skills, and a brand-new appreciation for how mystery and theatre come together to create unforgettable moments on stage. There will be an informal showcase on Friday afternoon so campers can show off what they’ve learned.
Anastasia: Youth Edition Jul 20-24
$395 Early Bird
$420 Regular Price
It’s a rumor, a legend, a mystery-and it’s coming to NextStop! Join the older students to rehearse and perform in a musical based on one of history’s great mysteries: Anastasia Youth Edition. Our younger performers will be featured in the ensemble of this fully staged production. Students will get mini classes on acting, singing, dancing, character development, as we rehearse for the final performances. Lead roles will be cast from upper grade students in the previous week. Final performances will be Friday at 4pm and Saturday at 10am at the end of the camp week.
Ready, Set, Act
Jul 27-31
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
Calling all budding actors! We will create characters, play theater games, and make stories come to life in this acting class perfect for both first-time actors and seasoned performers. Join us for a special showing of what we’ve learned on Friday afternoon.
Musical Fun
Aug 3-7
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
Musical Theatre, here we come! Students play theater games and learn the basics of acting, singing, and dancing from seasoned performers in the field. We will showcase select songs and dances at the end of the day on Friday.
Rising 5-10th Graders
Theatre Fest
Jun 22-26
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
Join for a theatrical grab-bag of all the best things our summer camps have to offer. Each day will focus on a different skill or experience. Work with experienced artists and experts in their fields as we explore Stage Combat, Improvisation, Shakespeare, Technical Theatre, Acting, and so much more. If the students fall in love with one particular day, there are more opportunities later in the summer for them to continue the adventure!
Acting & Improv
Jun 29-Jul 2
$280 Early Bird
$295 Regular Price
Whose line IS it anyway? Learn the art (and fun) of acting without a script as we improvise our way through games, think on our feet, and create scenes without memorizing a single line! Then switch gears to try out scene work and character development when you have a script in front of you. Exercise those acting muscles in a variety of ways during this exciting, four-day combo-camp. No experience necessary.
Anastasia: Youth Edition Jul 13-24
$795 Early Bird
$840 Regular Price
It’s a rumor, a legend, a mystery- and it’s coming to NextStop! Join us for this beautiful adventure through mysteries of the past with a fully staged production of Anastasia: Youth Edition. Whether you are a seasoned performer or this is your first time onstage, there is a spot in the cast for everyone. Students will get mini classes on acting, singing, dancing, and character development from our expert teaching artists as we rehearse to put on our very own production. Roles will be auditioned and assigned during our first 2 days of class. Final performances are on Friday at 4pm and Saturday at 10am the last week of camp.
Studies in Shakespeare
Jul 27-31
$335 Early Bird
$365 Regular Price
Back by popular demand! This special workshop offers a fun and interactive introduction to the world of Shakespearean drama. Over five exciting days, campers will explore famous characters, classic scenes, and timeless tales through acting, storytelling, and creative play. Join us on Friday afternoon for a brief showcase of all that we’ve learned!
Shrek Jr.
Aug 3-14
$795 Early Bird
$840 Regular Price
Join us in the swamp this summer and let your Freak Flag fly as we bring Shrek Jr. to life! Aspiring actors, singers, and dancers will work together to put on a full-scale musical production. Whether you are a seasoned performer, or this is your first time on stage, there is a spot in the cast for everyone. Students will get mini classes on acting, singing, dancing, and character development from our expert teaching artists as we rehearse to put on our very own production. Roles will be auditioned and assigned during our first 2 days of class. Final performances are on Friday at 4pm and Saturday at 10am on the last week of camp.
Rising 7th-Graduating Seniors
Production Crew
$335 Early Bird*
$365 Regular Price*
*per production
By popular demand! Each summer production session will again include a limited number of one-week, backstage crew opportunities. Students will help to create scenery, lighting, props, and costumes used in the final performance. The crew will also be backstage during the final performances, serving as stage managers, stagehands, and board operators. No experience necessary, this student team will be led by a theater tech expert who will teach them everything they need to know to run a fantastic show.
Final performances are 4pm on the last day of camp (Friday), and 10am the next morning (Saturday).
Honk! Kids Jun 29- Jul 10
Anastasia: Youth Edition Jul 20-Jul 24
Shrek Jr. Aug 10-14
Important Information
Location: NextStop Summer Education Programs take place at NextStop Theatre: 269 Sunset Park Drive, Herndon, VA 20170.
Registration Fees and Payment: All registration fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Registration using a credit card is available online. To register and pay by check, please e-mail education@nextstoptheatre.org or call (703)-481-5930×0. (Make checks payable to NextStop Theatre Company. A $25 fee will be charged for returned checks.)
Late Pickup/Fees: Our program day ends at 4:00pm. After 4:15pm, late fees are assessed at the rate of $1.50 per minute. Late fees are due upon pick up of the student.
Scholarships: A limited number of need and merit-based scholarships are available. To be considered, please fill out this application.
Refunds: A full refund will be issued in the event that a program is canceled for any reason. A partial refund (minus a non-refundable 25% deposit) is available if a participant is withdrawn more than one month prior to the start date of the program.
Liability: NextStop Theatre Company assumes no liability for injuries or damages arising from participation in any class or program.
Photography/Video: Photos and/or video taken of participants during programs may be used without compensation or further consent of the participants and/or the parents/guardians of the participant.
Questions? E-mail education@nextstoptheatre.org