2026 Summer Drama Camps
Altoona Community Theatre is proud to offer a series of summer workshops for children and teens. These workshops help students build self-expression, self-confidence and communication skills through theatre games and improvisational activities. Students learn basic theatre terminology as well as the legacy behind the historic Mishler Theatre. The students also gain an understanding of the elements involved in staging a live theatrical production (from auditions to performance) by preparing a short play for family and friends.
All classes are conducted at ACT’s rehearsal hall at 1213 12th Street (next to Tom and Joe’s Diner and around the corner from the Mishler Theatre).
The two-week classes for Grades 3 and up are $165. The one-week classes for Kindergarten through 2nd grade are $95.
NEW: Our C-1 Camp for 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders has been updated!
C-1: Advanced Acting for Teens is designed for teenage performers who are eager to take their acting skills to the next level. Most students have had previous experience with summer drama camps or school/community theatre productions, so we are adding some more intensive work to our C camp curriculum.
In this camp, you’ll dive deep into scene and script analysis, character study, physical and vocal techniques, and preparation for future auditions. We will use demonstrations, monologues, improvisational scenes, short partner scenes and various acting exercises to develop new confidence and skills.
We’ll be working with you to take your acting to the next level, as well as deepen your understanding of theatrical arts. At the end of the two weeks, we’ll present a variety of scenes and selections to showcase your work for friends and family.
Registrations open April 7 at 9 am
We recommend registering on a computer if possible.
Camp sessions display in date order on the registration page.
It may be easiest to decide which camp(s) you’d like to register for before you begin.
You may register multiple students at once by adding multiple “tickets” to your cart before you check out.
Full camps will have a waitlist sign-up available.
Due to limited spots, students should only register for one camp per summer.
Sponsorships Available. Please contact us to become a sponsor!
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Scholarship Funds
Altoona Community Theatre can provide scholarship funds to enable students to attend our camps. These funds allow partial funding for prospective students. For more information, click on the button.
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Karen Volpe Scholarship Fund
Through the generosity of Blair County Arts Foundation, Altoona Community Theatre has established a Karen Volpe Drama Camp Scholarship. The annual scholarship provides up to two full scholarships to prospective students who are interested in an ACT Drama Camp. For more information, click on the button.
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Cancellations & Refunds
Please let us know if your child can no longer attend camp so we can give the spot to another student. Please note our cancellation policy:
Through April 30: Cancellations receive a full refund
May 1-May 31: Cancellations receive a 50% refund
June 1 & after: Cancellations will not be refunded
Please be sure your child can attend all the days of your chosen camp before registering.
Supplies & Snacks Wishlist
ACT welcomes donations of cleaning supplies, snacks, beverages, and other helpful items. All snacks and beverages will be individually wrapped and we discourage the bringing in and sharing of homemade goods. If you’re able, please consider purchasing an item or two from our Amazon Wishlist. We appreciate your support!