Exploration and fun are the keywords for YES Theatre’s week-long Summer Theatre Camps! Our camp instructors will lead a series of fun, collaborative activities designed to build imagination, confidence, creative expression and lasting friendships.
This week-long activity introduces campers to the concepts and vocabulary of Drama through co-operative theatre-based games and exercises. Campers will develop an understanding of the principles of dramatic story-telling while engaging in scene work and character work, leading to an informal showcase presentation at week’s end.
GAIA DHATT | Instructor, Drama Camp 1
Gaia has been working with YES Theatre for four years, most recently as ‘The Artful Dodger’ in Oliver!, and as co-director of Jesus Christ Superstar and Peter Pan. Having been a deeply shy child, she credits theatre for breaking her out of her shell and allowing her love for the arts to blossom. She can’t wait to work with so many curious, lovely kids who are excited to dive into the wonderful world of theatre!
*Students may register for only one of the two drama camp sessions, not both
EMMANUELA VAN ALLEN | Instructor, Drama Camp 2
Emmanuela is a Sudbury-born artist and graduate of Toronto’s George Brown Theatre School. She has performed in four seasons with YES Theatre, most recently appearing as Sowerberry in Oliver!. Emmanuela began teaching and directing youth theatre classes around Sudbury at the age of 16 and quickly discovered a deep passion for arts education. Having first found her love for theatre at a camp when she was 8, she’s proud to give back to the community that shaped her and is committed to inspiring the next generation of artists. She’s thrilled to be leading one of the summer camps—and you can also catch her back on stage with YES this summer!
AGES 8 to 12 | $285 (HST included) – SOLD OUT
Working in a collaborative and creative atmosphere, students will expand their performance skills in acting, voice, and movement, while further developing their knowledge of the various backstage aspects of putting on a theatrical production. Participants will share what they’ve learned as part of an informal showcase presentation at the end of the week.
KAILIN KOHLS | Instructor
Kailin is excited to welcome students to this year’s Musical Theatre Camp! She has been an instructor for various STC/YES educational activities since 2019, including our Summer Camps, March Break, and PA Day Camps. Kailin has performed in over 20 shows (including writing and starring in her own productions) and has choreographed for the Biggest Little Theatre Company. She looks forward to working with new and returning students to create an amazing camp experience!
Please complete the TWO forms found at the links below and email scanned copies to r.mcintosh@yestheatre.com
Space is limited to 20 campers per week – registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students may register for one of the Drama Camps and the Musical Theatre Camp if they wish, but may not register for both Drama Camps.
A link to our online payment system will be emailed to parents approximately one week before each camp begins. Registration is not complete until payment is received.
For more information about summer camps or other educational programs, contact our Director of Education at r.mcintosh@yestheatre.com or call 705 674 8381 x6.
