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Registration for 2025 Summer Camps is now OPEN!https://www.draytonentertainmentyouthacademy.com/about-drayton-entertainment-youth-academy/summer-camps/
SUMMER 2025 – YOUR TIME TO SHINE!
Rooted in bravery and belonging, the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy offers a profoundly positive approach to arts education that’s dedicated to cultivating talent, confidence, and creativity in every student.
Our EPIC Summer Camps give like-minded youth a chance to have fun, make lasting friendships, and build life-skills while learning about the exciting world of live theatre in a fun, safe and welcoming environment. Our experienced faculty is comprised of passionate Canadian industry professionals who are also accomplished educators dedicated to providing relevant knowledge and personalized guidance to help students take risks to reach their full potential.
Dates: Monday, August 11 to Friday, August 15
Ages: 8 – 11 and 12 – 18
Location: Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy (145 Northfield Dr W, Waterloo)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $395 plus tax
Step right up and experience the thrill and spectacle of the circus! Participants will dive into show-stopping songs and scenes that celebrate the magic of the big top. Youth will explore material from Pippin, Matilda, The Greatest Showman, and Annie Get Your Gun. Teens will explore material from Barnum, Pippin, The Greatest Showman, and Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Musical Theatre Summer Camps
By studying material from age-appropriate musicals, performing arts participants gain fundamental training in singing, movement, improv, and scene work. They’ll become familiar with reading sheet music, creating character and learn how to enhance their sense of focus and stage presence. Other specialty workshops will include workshops such as on-camera acting technique, stage combat, puppetry, and audition skills plus virtual mentor Q&A’s.
A typical day:
9:00am-10:15am First Class
10:15am-10:30am Break
10:30am-12:00pm Second Class
12:00pm-12:45pm Lunch
12:45pm-2:15pm Third Class
2:15pm-2:30pm Break
2:30pm-4:00pm Fourth Class
Family Discount: 10% discount for each additional member of the immediate family from the same household.
Multi Class Discount: 10% discount for each additional summer session attended by the youth/teen.
Indigenous youth under 18 will receive free tuition for Youth Academy training programs.
We strive to ensure that all young people, regardless of financial circumstances, are able to participate. Inquire about our flexible payment plans and financial assistance programs.
2025 Summer Guest Artists & Faculty Announcement Coming Soon!
Complimentary supervised drop off available at 8:30 a.m. and pick-up until 4:30 p.m.
Please plan to bring water and a packed lunch.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
145 Northfield Dr. W., Waterloo, ON, Canada, Ontario N2L 5J3
