Arden Drama School

Classes and Camps for ages 2 through Grade 12+

We offer award-winning multi-week and one-day classes taught by theatre professionals. There’s something for everyone.

“For some kids, it’s a chance to showcase their inner ham. For others, theatre camps draw them out of their shell.”
– 6ABC News

Arden Drama School is for EVERYONE!

Contact edavella@ardentheatre.org for more information or questions about special needs or accommodations. For financial aid and scholarships, please fill out a scholarship application.

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Winter 2026

January 10 – February 28, 2026

Take Advantage of Great Savings!

Register for two or more classes and SAVE $10 per class.
Use code WINTERMULTI

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d 3 Winter 2026 Classes

Play-in-a-Day for Grades K-5

In these award-winning classes, students work together on their day off from school to create an original play. Each Play-in-a-Day is as unique as the participants – the story and characters are always new!  

All Play in a Days are for Grades K-5 and are held from 9am-5pm* for $85 per session.

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*December 31st Play-in-a-day will end at 4pm

Terms and Conditions: Included in the cost of your Play In A Day class is a $25 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be made less than two weeks before the start of class. The $25 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled classes are based on availability and must also be made on or before the above deadline.  

Winter Break Sessions

Winter Break Session 1: Snowed In!
Monday, December 29, 2025

The blizzard of the century has hit the Arden and we are getting together to perform frozen adventure stories!

9am – 5pm
Grades: K – 5
Cost: $85 per session

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Winter Break Session 2: A Wrinkle in Time
Tuesday, December 30, 2025

The Arden is trapped in an alternate dimension and students must create original plays to help us find our way home!

9am – 5pm
Grades: K – 5
Cost: $85 per session

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Winter Break Session 3: Wicked Magic
Wednesday, December 31, 2025

A wicked curse has been placed on the Arden! Students practice theatre magic to break the spell.

9am – 4pm
Grades: K – 5
Cost: $85 per session

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Monday, January 19

9am – 5pm
Grades: K – 5
Cost: $85 per session

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President’s Day

Monday, February 16

9am – 5pm
Grades: K – 5
Cost: $85 per session

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One Day Workshops for Grades 6 – 12

These workshops are great way to explore a new theatrical skill without the pressure of performance or add a brand new tool to their actor’s toolkit. Students will spend the day with one of our professional teaching artists focusing on a special topic ranging from musical theatre styles to character study to playwrighting to design.  

Grades 6-8 Workshops are held from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Grades 9-12 Workshops are held from 2:00pm – 5:00pm

Terms and Conditions: If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be made less than two weeks before the start of class.

Stage Combat

w/ Teacher Lize
Monday, December 29

10am – 1pm for Grades: 6 – 8
2pm – 5pm for Grades 9 – 12
Cost: $55 per session

Master the basics of hand-to-hand stage combat and fight choreography in this action-packed workshop. Students will learn how to safely create exciting moments on stage by practicing the most commonly used stage combat moves and tricks.

Register for Grades 6-8

Register for Grades 9-12

Musical Theatre Revue

w/ Teacher Aurelian
Tuesday, December 30

10am – 1pm for Grades: 6 – 8
2pm – 5pm for Grades 9 – 12
Cost: $55 per session

Spend the day practicing vocal and performance techniques with your Broadway favorites! Students will learn how to support their voice, play with harmony, and portray character through song.

Register for Grades 6-8

Register for Grades 9-12

Dynamic Characters

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 19

10am – 1pm for Grades: 6 – 8
2pm – 5pm for Grades 9 – 12
Cost: $55 per session

Collaborate on creating and performing original characters and stories!

Register for Grades 6-8

Register for Grades 9-12

Acting Through Song

Presidents’ Day
Monday, February 16

10am – 1pm for Grades: 6 – 8
2pm – 5pm for Grades 9 – 12
Cost: $55 per session

Build stage presence and learn to tell the story through song

Register for Grades 6-8

Register for Grades 9-12

Preschool, Ages 2-5

Bookworms

January 8 – February 28 (8 sessions)

Each week in Bookworms, we’ll read a different book together and use theatre games, music, and creative movement to bring the story to life! Parents, Grandparents, and caregivers are all invited, but not required, to participate. Selected books range from classics to popular new picture books, all exploring themes of kindness, community, collaboration, and celebrating being uniquely YOU!

Drop-in for $20 per child or Register for all 8 sessions for $112* (save over 20%)
Must have all 8 sessions in your cart for discount to apply!

Thursdays and Saturdays, 10am – 10:45am
For ages 2-5 and their caregivers

The Snowy Day
by Ezra Jack Keats
Thursday, January 8 and Saturday January 10, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Bear Snores On
by Karma Wilson
Thursday, January 15 and Saturday January 17, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Not Quite Narwhal
by Jessie Sima
Thursday, January 22 and Saturday January 24, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Over and Under the Snow
by Kate Mesner
Thursday, January 29 and Saturday January 31, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Just a Snowman
by Mercer Mayor
Thursday, February 5 and Saturday February 7, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Ice Cream Face
by Heidi Woodward Sheffield
Thursday, February 12 and Saturday February 14, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

REGISTER for Thurs 2/12

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Awake
by Mags Deroma
Thursday, February 19 and Saturday February 21, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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The Mitten
by Jan Brett
Thursday, February 26 and Saturday February 28, 2026
10am-10:45am
$20 per class

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Grades K-2

Eight-Week Classes

Light you child’s creative spark! We celebrate creativity, nurture passion, and foster collaboration in our exciting classes that are taught by some of the region’s leading theatre professionals.

On the last day, students perform on stage for friends and family in the Arden’s Bob and Selma Horan Studio Theatre.

Register for two or more classes and SAVE $10 per class*.
Use code WINTERMULTI
*May be used with Early Bird discount, but not combined with other offers.

Terms and Conditions: Included in the cost of your class is a $80 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be less than two weeks before the start of class. The $80 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled classes are based on availability and must also be made on or before the above deadline.  

Acting: Create a Play!
January 10 – February 28, 2026

This storytelling focused class invites young students to work together to create their own play with a beginning, middle, and end. Students will apply their actor’s tools to create characters and build the world of the play that they will perform together helping them to learn to share and collaborate!

Students will:

  • Learn the basics of theatrical storytelling including terms like props, set, and director
  • Use their actor’s tools to create and perform their own play with a clear beginning, middle, and end
  • Grow in sharing and collaboration

Saturdays, 12pm – 1:30pm
Grades:  K – 2
Cost: $235 per student

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Musical Theatre: Sing Broadway!
January 10 – February 28, 2026

This fun-filled class invites young performers to explore the joy of singing with their favorite Broadway songs! Through engaging vocal warm-ups, fun games, and group singing, students will develop their voices and learn the basics of musical performance. 

Students will:

  • Learn basic vocal techniques like pitch, rhythm, and breath control
  • Explore how to use their voice to express different emotions and characters
  • Build confidence in singing and performing in front of others as an ensemble

Saturdays, 10:00am – 11:30am
Grades:  K – 2
Cost: $250 per student

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Musical Theatre: Showstoppers!
January 10 – February 28, 2026

Get ready to move and groove! This energetic, dance-focused class introduces young students to the fun world of musical theatre choreography. With easy-to-learn, age-appropriate dance routines set to lively music, students will develop coordination, rhythm, and confidence. Whether they’re tapping their toes to a Broadway tune or dancing like a character from Disney, this class is all about using movement to tell a story and have fun!

Students will:

  • Practice coordination, balance, and rhythm through fun, energetic routines
  • Use movement to express different emotions and characters from familiar songs
  • Build confidence in performing group dances and moving with others

Saturdays, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Grades:  K – 2
Cost: $250 per student

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Grades 3-5

Eight-Week Classes

Light you child’s creative spark! We celebrate creativity, nurture passion, and foster collaboration in our exciting classes that are taught by some of the region’s leading theatre professionals.

On the last day, students perform on stage for friends and family in the Arden’s Bob and Selma Horan Studio Theatre.

Register for two or more classes and SAVE $10 per class*.
Use code WINTERMULTI
*May be used with Early Bird discount, but not combined with other offers.

Terms and Conditions: Included in the cost of your class is a $80 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be less than two weeks before the start of class. The $80 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled classes are based on availability and must also be made on or before the above deadline.  

Actor’s Toolbox: Creating Characters
January 10 – February 28, 2026

This character-building class invites students to dive deep into the process of creating original characters. With creative acting exercises and games, students will learn how to develop characters that are engaging and complex. Students create and perform short scenes in character, gaining insight into storytelling through the lens of character development.

Students will:

  • Learn basic theatre terms like objective, obstacle, and backstory
  • Explore movement, voice work, and imaginative play to bring characters to life
  • Collaborate with peers to build short scenes centered around their characters

Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Grades:  3 – 5
Cost: $235 per student

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Musical Theatre: Dance with Style!
January 10 – February 28, 2026

In this high-energy class, students will explore musical theatre dance styles, and it is a perfect introduction for all levels who want to have fun and grow their stage presence. With an emphasis on expression, rhythm, and character, students will learn choreography inspired by Broadway musicals and practice moving with confidence and style.

Students will:

  • Learn musical theatre and dance vocabulary and choreography
  • Explore character-driven movement and storytelling through dance
  • Build confidence, coordination, and ensemble dance skills

Saturdays, 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Grades:  3 – 5
Cost: $250 per student

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Actor’s Toolbox: Storytellers
January 10 – February 28, 2026

In this exciting and BRAND-NEW class, students will work together to write, build, and perform their very own original play. From brainstorming ideas to creating characters, students will experience the full process of bringing a story to life on stage. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, learn structure, and collaborate as an ensemble.

Students will:

  • Learn the fundamentals of play structure including plot, character, conflict, and dialogue
  • Collaborate to create and perform an original play with a beginning, middle, and end
  • Grow in creativity, communication, and ensemble-based storytelling

Saturdays, 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Grades: 3 – 5
Cost: $235 per student

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Grades 6-8

Eight-Week Classes

Light you child’s creative spark! We celebrate creativity, nurture passion, and foster collaboration in our exciting classes that are taught by some of the region’s leading theatre professionals.

On the last day, students perform on stage for friends and family in the Arden’s Bob and Selma Horan Studio Theatre.

Register for two or more classes and SAVE $10 per class*.
Use code WINTERMULTI
*May be used with Early Bird discount, but not combined with other offers.

Terms and Conditions: Included in the cost of your class is a $80 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be less than two weeks before the start of class. The $80 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled classes are based on availability and must also be made on or before the above deadline.  

Actor’s Workshop: Scene Study
January 10 – February 28, 2026

In this collaborative class, students will learn the techniques to take a scene from the page to the stage. Through script analysis and partner exercises, students will discover how to use objectives, tactics, and beats to bring energy to a scene. Students will work together on classic and contemporary scripts as they explore dynamic staging choices.

Students will:

  • Learn the basics of script analysis
  • Discover how units and beats can build depth in a scene
  • Strengthen collaboration and rehearsal skills through scene partner work

Saturdays, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Grades:  6 -8
Cost: $235 per student

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Musical Theatre: Duets
January 10 – February 28, 2026

In this class, students will work together to create engaging scenes through song. Working on duets from classic and contemporary musical theatre, students will explore how tactics add energy and character to their singing. Led by musical theatre professionals, students will collaborate on dynamic choreography and vocal technique as they learn how to take more presence on stage.

Students will:

  • Learn the basics of vocal technique to support their voice
  • Explore how to use tactics while preparing a song
  • Build confidence and stage presence

Saturdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Grades:  6 -8
Cost: $250 per student

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Grades 9-12

Eight-Week Classes

Light you child’s creative spark! We celebrate creativity, nurture passion, and foster collaboration in our exciting classes that are taught by some of the region’s leading theatre professionals.

On the last day, students perform on stage for friends and family in the Arden’s Bob and Selma Horan Studio Theatre.

Register for two or more classes and SAVE $10 per class*.
Use code WINTERMULTI
*May be used with Early Bird discount, but not combined with other offers.

Terms and Conditions: Included in the cost of your class is a $80 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than two weeks before the start of class in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org and edavella@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be less than two weeks before the start of class. The $80 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled classes are based on availability and must also be made on or before the above deadline.  

Acting Lab: The Creative Performer
January 10 – February 28, 2026

Inspired by the new work the Arden debuts on its stages each season, this class will challenge young artists and actors to develop and perform new plays using various devising techniques. Guided by a professional director, students will explore dynamic theatrical movement exercises, advanced text analysis, and collaborative theatre making. Students will collaborate on devising a new theatre piece that explores topics that are meaningful to them that they will perform after the final rehearsal. Students receive a complimentary ticket to Teen Night for Good Bones, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames.

Students will:

  • Learn and explore various theatrical devising techniques
  • Practice developing new work through hands on acting exercises
  • Begin to discover their unique artistic voice

Saturdays, 1:30 – 4:30pm
Grades:  9 – 12
Cost: $285 per student

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Musical Theatre: Scene into Song
January 10 – February 28, 2026

There’s a lot more to musical theatre than singing and dancing and this advanced class will immerse students in the skills needed to be considered a ‘triple threat.” Guided by musical theatre professionals, students will explore the character and story development techniques that take a scene into song. Students will strengthen their vocal technique and practice dynamic movement as they dive deeper into the musical theatre rehearsal process.

Students will:

  • Learn advanced techniques to portray character and story through singing and movement
  • Explore the storytelling strategies that make musical theatre unique
  • Build confidence and stage presence

Saturdays, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Grades:  9 – 12
Cost: $250 per student

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Arden Summer Camp 2026

Sessions begin June 22!

Register today for the best summer EVER!

Take advantage of early bird discounts.
Enroll by March 1 and save $50 per session

Use code SAVE50

 

d 3 Arden Summer Camp 2025

1st – 5th Grade

Camps are held Monday-Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm 

Extended Day options from 8:00-9:30am and 4:30-6:00pm 

One Week Camp: $450 

Two Week Camp: $800

Take advantage of early bird discounts.
Enroll by March 1 and save $50 per session

Use code SAVE50

 

Drama Camps (One and Two Week Camps!)

Take a theatrical journey through acting, music, storytelling, and dance while working as an ensemble to create and rehearse an original play! Camp culminates with an onstage performance for family and friends.

Students will:

  • Learn how to use their actor’s tools to create and present original characters
  • Develop exciting stories using classic plot structure
  • Support and celebrate each other

Fairytales Flipped 

June 22 – June 26 (One Week Camp)

Rewrite your favorite fairy tale stories in this mixed-up camp inspired by The Stinky Cheese Man! 

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The World of Witchcraft and Wizardry 

July 6-17 (Two Week Camp) &  July 13-17 (One Week Camp)

Wave your magic wand and let your adventure begin! 

REGISTER TWO WEEKS

REGISTER ONE WEEK

School of Pop

July 20-24 (One Week Camp)

Sing and dance your heart out on your way to pop stardom! 

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Sci-Fi Adventure

July 27-31 (One Week Camp)

3, 2, 1, BLAST OFF! Journey through space and time on an intergalactic quest! 

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Heroes and Villains

August 3-14 (Two Week Camp) & August 10-14 (One Week Camp)

The battle of good vs. evil continues in this epic, super-powerful camp!   

REGISTER TWO WEEKS

REGISTER ONE WEEK

Specialty Camps (One Week Camps!)

Explore a specific theatre skill in-depth. Each session concludes with a presentation for family and friends! 

Design Camp

July 6-10 (One Week Camp)

In this creative camp, theatre professionals teach students how costumes, props, set, lights, and sound help bring a story to life on stage. Students will learn the basics of the theatrical design process and then put those skills into practice on a show of their choice!

Students will: 

  • Learn basic design principles for costume, props, set, lights, and sound 
  • Work together to design a show or musical 
  • Learn how to support each other and give constructive feedback

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Comedy Camp: Improv!
July 20-24 (One Week Camp)

Students think on their feet as they practice short and long form improv exercises. Camp culminates in an improv comedy show for friends and family.

 Students will: 

  • Learn the basics of improv and comedic acting 
  • Practice creating their own humorous characters and scenes 
  • Build confidence and collaboration 

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Musical Theatre Camp: Broadway Bound 

July 27-31 (One Week Camp)

5, 6, 7, 8! Students will feel like musical theatre stars as they work on songs and choreography from their favorite Broadway shows in this classic week of Arden Summer Camp. Throughout the week, musical theatre professionals will teach students how to boldly take the stage and connect story to lyrics.

 Students will: 

  • Learn how to sing and dance as a group 
  • Practice conveying character through song and dance 
  • Build confidence and focus 

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Comedy Camp: Sketch

August 3-7 (One Week Camp)

Students imagine silly characters and create hilarious original scenes as they practice various sketch writing and performance skills.

 Students will: 

  • Learn the basics of sketch writing and comedic acting
  • Practice creating their own sketches
  • Build confidence and collaboration

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Musical Theatre Camp: Showstoppers!

August 17-21 (One Week Camp)

And the crowd goes wild! In this exciting camp, students will learn the basics of vocal support and high-energy choreography that are essential to their favorite show-stopping musical numbers. Throughout the week, musical theatre professionals will teach students how to boldly take the stage and connect story to lyrics.

 Students will: 

  • Learn how to sing and dance as a group 
  • Practice conveying character through song and dance 
  • Build confidence and focus 

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Play Practice

August 24-28 (One Week Camp)

Get ready to take the stage! In this camp, students will work with a theatre director to rehearse and perform a scripted play by the end of the week. Students will learn the fundamentals of blocking, character development, and what it means to rehearse a play.

 Students will: 

  • Learn how a rehearsal process works 
  • Practice character development and stage presence 
  • Build collaboration and focus 

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6th – 8th Grade

 

Masterclass Week

June 22-26 

10:00am-5:00pm

Extended Day options from 5:00 – 6:00pm

Take one day for $90; $400 for the week (must have all 5 Sessions in your cart)

Improv & Sketch

Monday, June 22nd

In this fun masterclass, students will learn to think on their feet and act without a script. Guided by a theatre professional, students will practice advanced improv and sketch techniques to create complex characters and comedic scenes on the fly. 

 Students will: 

  • Learn advanced improvisation and sketch techniques 
  • Practice creating complex characters and stories on the fly 
  • Gain confidence in thinking on their feet 

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Musical Theatre: Song Styles

Tuesday, June 23rd

In this class, students explore different styles of musical theatre, from classical Broadway to contemporary hits, and even Disney and pop musicals. As they work on different performance techniques specific to each style, they’ll learn how to adapt their voices and acting to match.

 Students will: 

  • Understand and perform songs in various musical theatre styles (e.g., classic Broadway, pop musicals, etc.). 
  • Experiment with different vocal techniques and character choices for each style 
  • Gain confidence and self-awareness 

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Character Development

Wednesday, June 24th

In this engaging masterclass, students dive into the process of creating characters from the inside out. Students learn to break down text to uncover a character’s motivations, emotions, and relationships—all while discovering how to bring their own truth and individuality to the role. 

 Students will: 

  • Analyze dramatic text to uncover key elements such as objectives, obstacles, subtext, and given circumstances 
  • Explore using actor’s tools to connect to material and “own” your performance  
  • Build confidence and empathy 

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Dance Call

Thursday, June 25th

In this high energy masterclass, students will learn how to slay their musical theatre dance audition. Guided by a musical theatre professional, students will learn combinations and choreography as they practice technique and precision. 

 Students will: 

  • Practice advanced musical theatre combinations 
  • Learn how to convey story and character through movement 
  • Gain confidence and self-awareness 

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Stage Combat

Friday, June 26th

Put ‘em up, put ‘em up! In this energetic class, students learn the basics of stage combat. They’ll practice the mechanics of several hand-to-hand moves and then work collaboratively to create fight choreography that tells the story. 

 Students will: 

  • Learn the basic mechanics for hand-to-hand combat on stage 
  • Practice safely conveying story through stage combat 
  • Work on collaboration and compromise 

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Arden Summer Studio 

Studios are held Monday-Friday from 10:00am-5:00pm 

Extended Day Options from 8:00-10:00am and 5:00-6:00pm 

One Week Studio: $450 

Two Week Studio: $800 

Take advantage of early bird discounts.
Enroll by March 1 and save $50 per session

Use code SAVE50

The Arden Summer Studio provides exclusive access to classes taught by Philadelphia’s top theatre artists. During Studio weeks, students will deepen their theatre skills, explore their individual creativity, and collaborate with their fellow artists in creating a compelling final showcase on the Arcadia Theatre stage for family and friends. 

Acting Studio: From Page to Stage

July 6-17 (Two Week Studio)

In this thoughtful two-week studio experience, students will develop as actors and performers through devising, scene study, and performance. In their first week, students will practice a variety advanced character development techniques. In the second week, the students will apply what they learned in the first week to monologues and scenes that they will present to family and friends on the Arden mainstage. 

Students will: 

  • Learn advanced acting techniques for developing character and working with objectives and obstacles in a scene 
  • Build stage presence while working on monologues, scripted, and devised scenes 
  • Build confidence and self esteem 

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Comedy Studio: Friday Afternoon Live!

July 20-24 (One Week Studio)

It’s Friday Afternoon Live! In this comical studio, quick-witted students will learn to create humorous characters and riotous scenes. Led by theatre professionals, students will work together to create sketches and stand-up routines that they’ll share with friends and family on the Arden mainstage.

Students will: 

  • Practice advanced improv and sketch development techniques 
  • Learn how to edit and revise comedic routines from feedback 
  • Develop creative problem-solving skills 

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Musical Theatre Studio: Dancing Through Life

July 27-August 7 (Two Week Studio)

In this toe-tapping studio, students will develop as musical theatre performers through solos, duets, and group numbers. Working with a classic and contemporary Broadway repertoire, students will practice supporting their voice while conveying story through choreography. The studio will culminate in a revue style showcase for friends and family on the Arden mainstage. 

Students will: 

  • Practice vocal technique while working on songs from a broad range of classic and contemporary Broadway songs 
  • Develop as musical theatre performers while working with complex choreography 
  • Build confidence and self-awareness 

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 Shakespeare Studio

August 10-14 (One Week Studio)

Double double toil and trouble….student actors conjure theatre magic in this Shakespearean studio. Led by a classical acting professional, students will explore how to interpret Shakespeare’s text for a modern audience. They will put classical acting techniques into practice as they rehearse and perform a cut of one of Shakespeare’s iconic plays on the Arden mainstage. 

 Students will: 

  • Learn how to interpret Shakespeare’s text for a modern audience 
  • Practice classical acting techniques through the rehearsal and performance 
  • Develop stage presence and point of view  

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Design Studio: Behind the Scenes

August 17-21 (One Week Studio)

In this hands-on class, students explore the world of theatrical design, focusing on set, costume, prop, and lighting design. Through practical exercises and creative projects, they will learn how design elements contribute to storytelling on stage and discover the basics of the technical side of theatre.  

Students will:  

  • Develop an understanding of how set, costumes, lighting, and props support a production’s themes and story. 
  • Experiment with creating design concepts, from sketches to models 
  • Present original design ideas and receive peer feedback to improve their craft 

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Terms & Conditions

PLEASE NOTE: Included in the cost of your camp is a $100 non-refundable deposit. If you need to cancel enrollment, you must notify us in writing no later than June 1, 2026 in order to receive a refund. Requests should be emailed to boxofficer@ardentheatre.org. No refunds or exchanges can be made after June 1, 2026. The $100 deposit will be deducted from any cancellations. Changes to enrolled weeks are based on availability and must also be made on or before the June 1, 2026 deadline. By enrolling in Arden Drama School, you are hereby allowing Arden Theatre Company to use images and video footage of your child for marketing materials. You and your family’s names will be kept private. If you prefer to have your child’s image kept private, please contact Elise D’Avella, Arden Drama School Managaer, edavella@ardentheatre.org.