ASC Theatre Camp
Blackfriars Playhouse, 316 Academy St, Mary Baldwin University, VA 24401
About
ASC Theatre Camp is a three-week residential summer program for rising 8th graders through rising college freshmen, ages 13 to 19. Campers audition on the first full day and then spend the program working with directors, production teams, and each other through rehearsals, classes, theatrical skills training, extracurricular activities, and some free time. The session includes a mid-session Showcase and a Final Performance Festival.
Programs
- ASC Theatre Camp — rising 8th graders through rising college freshman; ages 13-19 · Three-week residential summer intensive · Residential summer intensive at Mary Baldwin University; campers audition on the first full day and prepare for a mid-session Showcase and a Final Performance Festival.
- No Kidding Shakespeare Camp for Adults — 18+ · Once each summer; one-week program · Adult Shakespeare camp with collaboration, workshops, stagecraft, and a staged reading performance.
- No Kidding Drama Club — All experience levels; adults · Meets once a week over the course of one month · Read and rehearse a classic play with a final staged reading at the Blackfriars Playhouse.
- No Kidding Book Club — 18+ · Throughout the year · Free program hosted by the Staunton Public Library featuring reading/listening to scenes and discussions.
- Adult Learning: ASC Inside Plays — 18+ · Courses are offered in Spring (March-April) · In partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UVA and Duke Continuing Studies Programs.
At a glance
- Ages: 13–18 years old
- Current session: ASCTC 2027 (Jun 23–Jul 15, 2027)
- General schedule: ASC Theatre Camp is a three-week residential summer program; campers audition on the first full day, then spend the next three weeks working with directors, production teams, and each other. The daily schedule is described as busy, with rehearsals, classes, theatrical skills training, extra-curricular activities, and some free time.
About the provider
At the American Shakespeare Center, the mission is to advance understanding, imagination, and community by illuminating Shakespeare through performance, research, and education in the Blackfriars Playhouse and beyond. The center also collaborates with universities, arts organizations, and community leaders to expand access to Shakespeare’s works and develop innovative programs for diverse audiences.
- ASCTC 2027 financial aid application deadline — Deadline to apply for financial aid
- ASCTC 2027 final application deadline — Final deadline for all applications
Last updated October 16, 2026.
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