Camp Grades 6-12
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Registration for new campers goes live January 2!
Develop your artistic voice!
Teen Institute provides a unique opportunity for students to explore the art of theatre in a supportive yet challenging environment while developing their individual artistic talents.
Students learn from artists/educators who are professionals in the DC-area theatre community.
The program caters to students of all skill levels, dividing them into age-appropriate companies for some programs. Please note grade levels of individual sessions when registering. Programs culminate in a showcase for family and friends.
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Programming for 6 - 12 grade students takes place at the Round House Theatre in Bethesda.
Play Creators
June 23 - 27
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$350
Grades 6-10
Play Creators acquaints students with different techniques used for devising, writing and creating theater, building and refining their skills in acting, playwriting, design, storytelling, and team building while exploring their voices as theatre artists.
Improv Slam
June 30 - July 2
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$300
Grades 6-12
3 days of Improv fun! Learn to think creatively, work collaboratively, take risks, make strong choices, and leave the audience laughing!
Improv FUNdamentals
July 7 - 11
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$425
Grades 6-10
Students learn the basics of improv and create unique characters while playing fun and fast improvisational games. Learn to think creatively, work collaboratively, take risks, and make strong choices! Taught by RHT favorite Kevin Corbett.
Filmmaking for Teens
July 7 - 11
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$450
Grades 6-12
Students explore the basics of film making and their voices as filmmakers, working in ensembles to weave their stories into short original films using skills gained in script-writing, storyboarding, and editing. Students will complete short films which can be shared with family and friends.
Musical Theatre
July 14 - 25
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$800
Grades 6-12
Students explore the musical theatre artform - encountering classic and contemporary musicals. Students will work on musical theatre skills including vocal and dance technique, the interpretation of text and lyrics, and creating characters as well as creating their own work.
Improv 2 and Stand Up
July 28 - Aug 1
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$425
GRADES 8-12
A great next step for students. The group will explore improv games, long-form improv, and character creation as well as having the opportunity to begin creating their own stand-up. Taught by RHT favorite Kevin Corbett.
Filmmaking for Teens
July 28 - Aug 1
Round House Theatre Bethesda
$450
Grades 6-12
Students explore the basics of film making and their voices as filmmakers, working in ensembles to weave their stories into short original films using skills gained in script-writing, storyboarding, and editing. Students will complete short films which can be shared with family and friends. Students who wish to take two weeks of filmmaking can register for both weeks and will be cohorted together.
Teaching Artists have a passion for education and the art of theatre. All our teachers receive thorough background checks and are first aid and CPR certified.
Self-release: All Teen Institute students self-release for lunch and at the end of the camp day. Students may bring lunch and eat at the theatre, but are also free to leave the campus. We encourage students to bring snacks and water bottles.
Class Placement: Student may be divided by age into separate cohorts. If you have special requests for class placement please get in touch with us in advance of your camp week.
Students with Unique Needs: Round House Education works hard to make camp accessible and available to all students. If you have questions about the program or its ability to meet your student’s unique needs, please get in touch with us.
Refund Policy: A full refund will be made when a program is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund, minus a $25 processing fee is available if the participant is withdrawn at least 30 days prior to the start date of the program. A 50% refund is available if withdrawing less than one month but more than two weeks prior to a program's start date. No refunds will be made within two weeks of program's scheduled start date and/or after a program has begun.
