ARIEL Theatrical

ARIEL Theatrical offers KIDS ON STAGE 2024 PROGRAM, a musical theatre summer day-camp with instruction in singing, acting, and movement for stage. It also offers STONE SOUP 2026 and WONDERLAND! 2026, which include rehearsals and performances.

Programs

• KIDS ON STAGE 2024 PROGRAM — 5-11 · Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; recital Fri at 7:00 PM · $300–$325 · Musical theatre summer day-camp; instruction in singing, acting and movement for stage.
• STONE SOUP 2026 — 5-11 · Tuesdays and Fridays, 4:30 PM-6:00 PM; performances Fri 7:00 PM and Sat 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM · Two separate casts.
• WONDERLAND! 2026 — 8 and Up · Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 6:00 PM-8:00 PM; Saturdays, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; performances Fri 7:00 PM and Sat 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM · $400 · Adults may be considered for age-specific roles.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $300–$400

About the provider

ARIEL Theatrical is a nonprofit organization that offers year-round programs in theatre arts for children and adolescents. More than 30 years ago, Gail Higginbotham, Founder of ARIEL Theatrical Inc., made a commitment to the children of Monterey County to create a place for them to learn and grow. ARIEL’s mission states that personal integrity, respect for others, and acceptance of responsibility for choices made are the keys to building a successful life. ARIEL is supported in part by the Arts Council for Monterey County with funding from the Monterey County Board of Supervisors.

Registering for a program does not automatically ensure enrollment. Space is limited and participants will be confirmed in the order that Registration Forms and payments are received. Payment in full must be received three weeks prior to the first day of class and is not refundable after this deadline.

What families say

“I owe everything to that simple maxim, “I can do hard things,” and I owe much of my success as a student, musician, and public servant to it. But these accomplishments are meaningless without discipline, modesty, and a willingness to serve, all of which are characteristics taught at ARIEL and are characteristics I seek to embody in my life.” — Ian Clark

“I should be thanking all of you for the opportunity to be part of such a great organization. Seeing both young and mature people, composed of distinct qualities, doing so much to enrich so many lives, makes someone of my age feel there is so much to live for.” — Margaret Woehler, ARIEL Volunteer

“At ARIEL, we feel our finest productions are not our plays but the responsible young people who come together in a positive, collaborative spirit to learn, perform and share experiences that they will carry with them for a lifetime.” — ARIEL About Us page

Last updated September 18, 2026.