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June Camps
Week of June 5-9
Bluey (Half Day)
Ages 4 to 6
9:00a-12:00p
Come and play just like Bluey and Bingo!
We’ll have a great time exploring our imaginations
and learning how playing leads to being a
great actor.
Encanto Jr. 1 (Half Day)
Ages 4 to 8
9:30a-12:30p
We're taking a trip to Colombia and exploring the world of Encanto! Campers will bring Encanto to the stage by acting as the fantastical and magical Madrigal family and singing and dancing to songs like “We Don't Talk About Bruno”, “Surface Pressure” and “The Family Madrigal”.
The Greatest Showman (Full Day)
Ages 8 to 13
10:00a-4:00p
Bring the circus to life! We will rehearse scenes from the movie and learn the songs as we create our own version of the show. Clowning, acrobatics, and other circus acts will come together as we learn about the life of PT Barnum and the beginning of show business!
Week of June 12-16
The Little Mermaid (Half Day)
Ages 4 to 8
9:00a-12:00p
Come be part of the world of The Little Mermaid in this summer adventure! We are taking this story from under the sea to the stage. In this camp we will sing, act, and dance to the songs from the little mermaid while having fun along the way!
Harry Potter Acting (Half Day)
9:30a-12:30p
You know the stories, now you get to be the wizards of Hogwarts! Harry, Hermione, Ron, and all of their friends and foes will come to life as you act out the stories of Harry Potter! We will share some of our favorite scenes on Friday with our family and friends.
Beetlejuice (Full Day)
Ages 10 to 17
9:30a-3:30p
Ghosts are hitting the stage in this irreverent musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice! Lydia Deetz, an unusual gothy teen has her life flipped upside down when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with an affinity for stripes. Join us for popular songs like “Say My Name” and “Dead Mom” in this camp full of fun, laughter, and thrills!
Wicked (Full Day)
Ages 8 to 15
9:30a-3:30p
We defy gravity exploring one of the most popular musicals of all time: Wicked! Students will learn songs, dances and acting challenges from the hit Broadway musical “Wicked.” Through drama games, improv, music, and movement, students will collaborate to construct their own script and present their original work in a one-of-a-kind performance to share with family and friends.
Week of June 19-23
Wizard of Oz (Half Day)
Ages 5 to 10
9:00a-12:00p
Follow the yellow brick road! Join Dorothy, Tin Man, Lion, and Scarecrow on their journey to Oz. We will rehearse the musical version of our mini show and perform on Friday to share with our family and friends.
Wicked (Full Day)
Ages 8 to 15
9:30a-3:30p
We defy gravity exploring one of the most popular musicals of all time: Wicked! Students will learn songs, dances and acting challenges from the hit Broadway musical “Wicked.” Through drama games, improv, music, and movement, students will collaborate to construct their own script and present their original work in a one-of-a-kind performance to share with family and friends.
Encanto (Full Day)
Ages 7 to 13
10:00a-4:00p
We're taking a trip to Colombia and exploring the world of Encanto! Campers will bring Encanto to the stage by acting as the fantastical and magical Madrigal family and singing and dancing to songs like “We Don't Talk About Bruno”, “Surface Pressure” and “The Family Madrigal”.
The Little Mermaid 2 (Half Day)
Ages 4 to 8
1:00p-4:00p
Come be part of the world of The Little Mermaid in this summer adventure! We are taking this story from under the sea to the stage. In this camp we will sing, act, and dance to the songs from the little mermaid while having fun along the way!
*Hamilton Camp in Indian Trail
This camp will take place in Indian Trail Town Hall: 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079.
Ages 8 to 15
9:00a-3:00p
Matthews Playhouse is proud to partner with Indian Trail Parks and Recreation to present a week of summer performing arts camp in the Indian Trail Town Hall based on the Grammy, Tony, and Pulitzer Prize-winning hit musical, Hamilton! Children aged 8-15 will learn the real stories behind the iconic characters as they face off in epic rap duels, and learn choreography based on the original Broadway production. This fun-filled week will be capped off with a performance on the outdoor stage at Crossing Paths Park. CLICK HERE for more information and to register.
Week of June 26 - June 30
Paw Patrol 1 (Half Day)
Ages 4 to 7
9:00a-12:00p
Get ready to save the day! Chase, Skye, and Marshall need your help. We’ll go on a different mission each day to rescue our friends, and we’ll share our adventures with our family and friends on Friday!
Hamilton (Full Day)
Ages 8 to 15
9:30a-3:30p
Come be “in the room where it happens” as we party like it’s 1776! This week-long adventure will be spent learning more about the real stories behind the characters from the Grammy, Tony, and Pulitzer Prize-winning hit musical, Hamilton. We'll face off in epic rap duels and learn choreography based on the original Broadway production. Our Production will include our own original work.
Acting Intensive
Ages 11 to 13 and Ages 14 to 17
10:00a-4:00p
This acting intensive program will include scene study, movement, Alexander Technique, stage fighting, stage make-up, scenes from the classics and audition techniques. Class will end with a one-act play in front of an invited audience. Students will receive a critique from their auditions. Our evening of theater will be performed at 7:00pm on Friday, June 30th. Friends and family are welcome!
Disney Villains
Ages 5 to 10
1:00p-4:00p
Be prepared for a sensational camp filled with not-so-kind intentions. In Disney Villains, students are set to show their true colors in this camp by singing and dancing to the most mischievous songs in Disney history! Featuring songs like “Poor Unfortunate Souls” and “Mother Knows Best” campers are sure to find the good in being bad.
*Musical Theatre Dance Camps at Adrianna Eve Company
*These camps will take place at Adrianna Eve Company: 11025 Monroe Rd. Matthews, NC 28104
Matthews Playhouse is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Adrianna Eve Company, a pre-professional dance company located in Matthews, NC. The two arts organizations have joined forces to offer up-and-coming performers the following opportunities this summer to sharpen their skills, build self-confidence and create happy memories they will always treasure. Click Here for more information and to register.
*Fairytale Dance Camp at Adrianna Eve Company
*This camp will take place at Adrianna Eve Company: 11025 Monroe Rd. Matthews, NC 28104
Ages 2 to 5
9:00a-12:00p
A fairytale themed dance camp where campers will learn ballet, tap, jazz, and tumbling technique as well as create arts and crafts. Campers are encouraged to wear their finest fairytale attire and will need both ballet and tap shoes. Click Here for more information and to register.
*Musical Theatre Camp at Adrianna Eve Company
*This camp will take place at Adrianna Eve Company: 11025 Monroe Rd. Matthews, NC 28104
Ages 6 to 10
9:00a-3:00p
A musical theatre dance camp where campers learn choreography and dance steps from their favorite musicals including; Hamilton, Matilda, Disney Musicals, and many more! Campers will need to wear clothes they can move in and are encouraged, though not required, to have jazz, ballet, or character shoes. Click Here for more information and to register.