Drama Camps
Summer Drama Camps and PD Day Camps
Summer is the time to play, and CYPT Summer Drama Camps are a great way to get out of the house for some creative fun! …
About Drama Camps
Summer is the time to play, and CYPT Summer Drama Camps are a great way to get out of the house for some creative fun! Our 30-year track record of providing a brilliant camp experience for youth age 4 – 18 means that our camps are extremely popular, so don’t wait – register today! For more information, to learn about pre/post-care opportunities, to explore our lunch program, or to simply get a sense of what to expect of a day at camp, visit our FAQ page!
Camps
Half-Day Camps
Got that little one that’s just kicking for a chance to show their flare, meet new friends, develop confidence, and have fun? Our half-day camps, taught by professional theatre artists at our North, South (Riverbend), and West Calgary locations are perfect for kids age 4-6. These half-day camps run from 9am until 12pm, from Monday-Friday each week (North and South) and from 1pm – 4pm from Monday to Friday each week (West). These camps culminate in a fun performance for parents and friends!
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT GIFT WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Full-Day
Our week-long, full day camps are a great way to break up that long summer vacation. Camp kids spend their mornings learning various dramatic skills like acting, improvisation, and stage combat, and then in the afternoons, work with a CYPT professional theatre artist to build their very own play. These full-day camps run from 9am until 4pm, from Monday-Friday.
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT GIFT WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Two-Week Camps
Get ready to really hone those acting chops in our two-week camps. Over two weeks, build a longer play in the afternoons and experience a broad range of morning drama fun! Final performance is on the second Thursday of each camp.
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT GIFT WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Teen Stage Makeup
Our Teen Camps are a great way to really dig in and explore a side of drama that most interests you, and Teen Stage Makeup is one that our kids ask for every year. Learn from the experts the best way to transform your face into the wildest characters you can imagine! Learn how to make realistic-looking wounds, how to be the scariest monster on the block or how to magically become the most elegant woodland sprite! Cost of enrolment includes supplies and a FREE CYPT GIFT!
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
Teen Musical Theatre
Fans of musical theatre will adore this week-long dive into the songs, scenes, and dance numbers of all their favourite shows!
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT GIFT WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Teen Acting and Stage Combat Intensive
Join us for a week long intensive of Acting and Stage Combat. This camp will focus on harnessing your individuality and how YOU can shine in any role, audition, and add some special skills to your acting resume!
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT NOTEBOOK WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Teen Improv
Our Teen Camps are a great way to really dig in and explore a side of drama that most interests you, and Teen Improv is a long-time fan favourite. Improvisation is one of the most exciting theatrical art-forms to get your adrenaline running! With no preparation, no script, and only your wits at your side, this is one of the most fast-paced and hands-on camps we offer. Culminates in a performance at the end of the week!
*Receive a 20% discount off ONE registration when you enroll multiple children/multiple camps. Discount is automatically applied to the lesser registration cost.
FREE CYPT GIFT WITH EVERY REGISTRATION!
Circus & Theatre PD Day Camp
Calgary Young People Theatre and Green Fools are partnering to offer your youth an amazing day of circus and theatre experience. On the circus side, they will get to experiment a variety of circus skills including juggling, diabolo, plate spinning, poi, rola-bola, tight wire, slack line, stilt walking, simple acrobatics, walking barrels and aerial skills. These skills are taught in ascending difficulty to ensure participants achieve success in all disciplines. On the theatre side, participants will delve into the world of theatre with movement, voice, character work and more – no experience is necessary for this wacky and wonderful day of circus fun.
CAMPS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR REGISTRATION:
- Friday, September 22nd, 2023
- Friday, October 20th, 2023
- Thursday, November 9th, 2023
- Monday & Tuesday, November 13th – 14th, 2023
- Friday, November 24th, 2023
- Friday, December 8th, 2023
- Monday, January 15th, 2024
- Thursday & Friday, February 15th – 16th, 2024
- Friday, March 22nd, 2024
- Monday, April 1st, 2024
- Friday, April 19th, 2024
- Friday, May 17th, 2024
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are camps located?
North Camps are held at the Unitarian Church of Calgary, 1703-1 Street NW.
South Camps (Riverbend) are held at the Riverbend Community Association, 19 Rivervalley Drive SE.
South Camps (CKE) are held at CKE Community Centre, 1015 73 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0R9
West Camps are held at SCA Community Association, 277 Strathcona Drive SW.
Click HERE to view our maps and get directions.
What are camp hours?
Half Day Camps run 9am - 12pm at the North and South locations, and 1-4pm at the West Location.
Full-day camps run 9am - 4pm, with a lunch break from 12-1pm
Pre and post-care options are available at the North and South Riverbend Locations.
- Pre-care runs from 8am - 9am
- Post-care runs from 4pm - 5:30pm
Pre and post-care options are NOT available at the South CKE Location or West Locations.
Will my child be put in groups of children who are much older or younger than they are?
The first day of camp, children are separated into groups according to their age or grade in school. Our student to teacher ratio is approximately 12:1 for full day drama camp and 8:1 for half day drama camps. If your child wants to be in the same group as a friend, please let our staff know on the first day of camp!
What do the children do all day?
The day starts out with an entire group warm-up led by one of our instructors. Then your children are off to workshops in the morning covering various theatrical skills and activities. Workshops may be centered on acting, movement, auditioning, character creation, improvisation, or more! In the afternoons, children will spend time with one instructor developing a play that is created by the children and performed at the end of the week for friends and family. During lunch, everyone goes outside for supervised play, relaxation, games and fresh air. At the end of the day, the entire camp comes back together for drama Olympics!
Half day campers spend their morning or afternoon with one instructor and a camp assistant, learning various theatrical skills that culminate in a presentation for friends and family.
If your teen is in either the improv camp, stage make-up, musical theatre, or stage combat camps, they will be spending all week exploring various aspects of the specific camp through exercises, games, skill building and practical application.
Who are your staff members and instructors?
Summer drama camp instructors include professional actors, writers, directors, and teachers with university and college degrees and post secondary students. We also hire CYPT alumni to work as camp assistants, coordinators or assistant instructors. All of our instructors have a passion for theatre and working with youth! All instructors are required to get a Police Security Clearance Check prior to the start of camp.
Is there childcare available before or after camp?
Yes, typically we offer pre-camp care starting at 8am and post-camp care until 5:30pm at our North and Riverbend locations. Pre/post-care options are not available in our West or CKE locations. All pre and post camp care is $5.00 per session per child. Payment can be made during registration for a full week of pre and/or post-care, or in-person on a daily basis.
Is lunch available at the camps?
CYPT is pleased to offer our lunch program of healthy snacks and hot lunches at our North and South Riverbend locations to keep your child energized and to stimulate their creativity! CYPT offers parents the option of paying for their child’s lunch and snacks in advance. For $60.00 a week, your child can choose a snack at morning and afternoon break. At lunch they may select any menu item of their choice with a side of veggies, a snack, and a drink. Note: the lunch program is not available at the CKE or West Locations. Click here to learn more.
Can my teenager leave campus at lunch time?
Yes, if permission is granted by the parents of the student. You may give permission during the registration process by checking the appropriate box, however if you missed that, please bring a note granting your child permission on the first day of camp. We will also have permission forms available on the first day of camp.
Do you offer bursary programs?
Yes we do! CYPT has a strong bursary program that offers lower income families a chance to apply to have assistance in paying for program fees. Please email admin@cypt.ca to request a bursary application or for more information.
When are final presentations?
Half Day Camps: The final performance is on the Friday at 11:45am for morning camps and 3:00pm for afternoon camps.
Full Day Camps: The final performance is on the Friday of camp at 3:00pm
Two Week Camps: The final performance is on the second Thursday of camp at 3:00pm
Teen Intensive Camps: The final performances is on Friday at 3pm
Exact performance times may vary slightly week by week. Parents will be informed about changes by email.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
CANCELLATION POLICY: Full refunds (less a $40.00 administration fee) are available if registration needs to be cancelled prior to your camp starting. No refunds are available if the camp has already started or in the three days previous, unless a doctor’s note is provided. Refund requests may be made in writing to admin@cypt.ca no later than 2:00pm on the Friday before the week of camp.
We may be able to transfer between programs/weeks – available upon request. Email admin@cypt.ca.
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