Summer Theater Camp for Youth

Summer Theater Camp for Youth is a two-week camp for ages 12-19. It includes auditions, camp sessions on Saturdays and weekdays in June 2026, and performances of the final production on June 25, June 26, and June 27, 2026. All skill levels are welcome, and students must be 12 years old by the time camp starts.

Programs

• Summer Theater Camp for Youth — 12-19 year-olds · Auditions Saturday 6/6/26 9:00 am-noon; camp Saturdays June 13 and June 20 plus Monday-Friday June 15-19 and June 22-24, 2026; performances Thursday June 25, Friday June 26, and Saturday June 27, 2026 · $300–$350 · Two-week camp; all skill levels welcome; students must be 12 years old by the time camp starts; limited partial scholarships available.

At a glance

• Ages: 12–18 years old
• Price range: $300–$350
• General schedule: Daily sessions are at the Urbana Youth Center, 160 W. Market St. Urbana, Ohio. Camp is 9:00 am-5:00 pm Monday through Friday during the weeks of June 15-24, 2026, with added half days on Saturday June 13, 2026 from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm and Saturday June 20, 2026 from 12 pm-5 pm. Performances are at the historic Gloria Theatre, 216 S. Main St. Urbana, Ohio, on Thursday June 25, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Friday June 26, 2026 at 7:00 pm, and Saturday June 27, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

About the provider

The camp was founded in 2019 by Lynn Adell Mirtes. The leadership team includes Lynn Adell Mirtes as Founder, Co-producer & Assistant Director, Wendee Fosnaugh as Co-producer and Stage Director, Kristen Gleeson as Musical Director, and Amy Davidge as Choreographer. The camp states that it focuses on building abilities and confidence while developing communication, concentration, and teamwork.

Registration deadline is May 24, 2026. Full tuition must be received by June 1, 2026 for students enrolled by May 24, 2026. The camp fee is fully refundable through May 15, 2026; beginning May 16, 2026 the cancellation fee is $50. Registration is full and a waiting list is available. Students must be 12 years old by the start of camp. Students in chorus only may be dismissed early on Tuesday-Thursday June 16-18, 2026, but leading roles remain until 5:00 pm those dates; all students must attend the full day during week 2.

Last updated October 17, 2026.