The Theatre School At North Coast Rep Camps

The summer program is organized by age and intensity. Ages 4–8 attend one-week, half-day performance camps built around theatre games, rhythm, music, sound, improvisation, acting, and storytelling. Campers work both individually and as an ensemble, then share a short performance with family and friends on the final day. For ages 8–12, the format expands to two-week, full-day performance camps. Students work on actor training, character choices, group work, and solo skills while preparing a final showcase.

Teen programs for ages 12–19 also run as two-week, full-day intensives. Musical options take students from the audition process through rehearsals and a complete performance, while non-musical programs use the same performance-focused structure without the musical component. The published approach emphasizes training and process rather than spectacle. Across age groups, the program combines structured rehearsal with ensemble collaboration, creative choices, and performance practice. Theatre School materials also describe a broader learning-centered approach that encourages students to develop skills progressively, take ownership of choices, and build confidence through live performance.

Health guidance for Theatre School programs includes hand sanitizer, ventilation in the studio or classroom, and temperature checks when a student appears to have a fever. Parents may be contacted to take a student home when illness is suspected. Snack or meal breaks are directed to outdoor areas or the Theatre School kitchen space. The published policy also provides guidance for returning after a positive COVID-19 test.

The Theatre School is led by Director Ben Cole and describes its approach as learning-centered arts instruction with personalized attention. Its core values emphasize small class sizes so students can receive direct instructor focus while developing theatre skills. For camp participants, published descriptions emphasize actor training, ensemble work, and process over spectacle. Students are encouraged to take ownership of creative choices and continue developing their skills through progressive theatre training.

Families can contact the Theatre School director with camp questions, while registration support is also available through the box office. Camp information is published through the Theatre School’s summer program page and enrollment links, and each camp ends with a performance for family and friends. The Theatre School’s registration materials also use email for program reminders and announcements.

Summer camps run Monday through Friday, with half-day options for ages 4–8 and full-day options for ages 8–19. Early drop-off is offered before the standard morning start, and late pick-up is available after the full-day end time when families register for those services. Families can register through the official enrollment links or by calling the box office. The Theatre School’s studio is in Solana Beach, and its parent materials direct daily drop-off and pickup to the parking lot immediately outside the studio suite.