San Diego, CA, USA
Learning a song, stepping into a character, and bringing a story to the stage are central to Theater for Young Professionals Camp. Musical theater connects acting, singing, and dance, giving participants several ways to contribute to a group performance. In La Mesa, the program combines stage skills with teamwork and opportunities to speak or sing in front of others.
Junior camp activities explore how a script works, from character names and spoken lines to lyrics, stage directions, and scene descriptions. Campers practice expressing emotions through a role and remembering words, music, movement, and choreography. Story-based craft projects can become part of a performance. Working with fellow cast members also means supporting others, sharing leadership, and finding constructive ways to handle differences.
Different school-break programs suit different interests and age ranges. Fall camps welcome ages 6–18, while spring camps serve ages 7–18. Short themed programs mix songs, theater games, and creative activities; spring camps work toward a final-day performance. For Junior camp productions, beginners can participate without prior experience, and auditioning is optional unless a performer wants a lead role. This is a fit for young people who enjoy musical storytelling, group creative work, or trying their voice on stage.
| Ages: | 6–18 |
| Type: | Day |
| Gender: | Co-Ed |
| Setting: | City |
| Arts: | Arts, Performing Arts, Musical Theater, Acting, Music, Singing, Dance, Choreography, Fine Arts, Arts & Crafts |
| Meals Type: | Bring Your Own |
| Time: | 08:30 AM - 03:30 PM |
| Address: | 7960 University Avenue, Suite 240, La Mesa, CA 91942 |
| San Diego | |
| USA |
You won’t be charged yet. The camp will contact you to confirm all terms first.
| Dates | Days | Price | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 23 - Nov 23, 2026 | 1 | $60 | |
| Nov 24 - Nov 24, 2026 | 1 | $60 | |
| Nov 25 - Nov 25, 2026 | 1 | $60 | |
| Mar 29 - Apr 2, 2027 | 5 | $275 | |
| Apr 5 - Apr 9, 2027 | 5 | $275 |
Musical theater provides the framework for learning through rehearsal, songs, and shared performance. In Junior camps, participants explore a script and identify its characters, dialogue, music, lyrics, and stage directions. They practice delivering lines with meaning and expressing feelings in character, then connect that work with singing, blocking, and choreography.
For Junior productions, the first camp day includes learning a song that students may use in an audition. A short dance is taught as well. Auditions are optional for participants who do not want a lead role; some parts require script reading without a singing solo. The process welcomes newcomers and encourages students to try, stay positive, and learn. Every participant receives a highlighted moment in the show.
The shorter school-break options have their own structure. Fall camps center on musical themes and combine karaoke, theater games, dance routines, and related crafts. Spring camps include a full-company number alongside solo and small-group songs, with a performance on the last day. Across the Junior camp activities, collaboration is part of the learning: students support cast members, practice leadership, and work through differences as they tell a story together.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30–9:00 AM | Morning drop-off |
| 3:00–3:30 PM | Afternoon pickup |
| 3:30–5:00 PM | Optional extended day |
Pack a lunch, a snack, and a water bottle each day. Campers bring their own food and drink for the lunch and snack breaks.
Theater for Young Professionals is led by artists with professional acting and vocal training. Jessica Couto holds degrees in vocal performance and has taught voice at the college level. Jordan Miller holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in acting and has taught acting, musical theater, and stage combat. Their teaching backgrounds connect the organization’s work with professional stage experience.
Families can contact the organization with questions about camp participation and registration. The enrollment portal provides a primary agency contact for parent inquiries.
Morning drop-off runs from 8:30 to 9:00 a.m., with pickup from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Families can select extended hours through 5:00 p.m. when offered for their camp. Bring a packed lunch, snack, and water bottle each day. Registration is first come, first served, and a waitlist is available if a program fills.
School-break camp registrations are nonrefundable, and all sales are final. A payment plan is available for camp enrollment. Optional extended hours are charged separately.
