Data updated Jul 20, 2026
A playful introduction to Shakespeare for ages 6-9, discovering the fun of Shakespeare through pool-noodle fights, silly insults, Renaissance songs and lively scene work.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival is a arts & creative summer camp in Denver, CO for ages 6 to 18. Tuition starts at $275 and goes up to $305 per week. Enrollment is currently open.
6–18 years
Sessions (12)
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 13-15)
This week emphasizes the physicality of Shakespeare’s plays, with campers exploring movement, stage combat, and gesture to bring scenes to life. Students work intensively on blocking and choreography, gaining skills in safe and expressive stage action. The week ends with a dynamic performance that highlights their physical storytelling and ensemble work.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 16-18)
Campers will immerse themselves in Shakespearean storytelling and theatrical techniques, focusing on improvisation and character exploration. This week emphasizes the creative process of bringing Shakespeare’s text to life through innovative staging and ensemble work. Participants will prepare for a polished performance that highlights their growth as young actors.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 9-12)
This week focuses on Shakespeare’s tragedies, where campers explore emotional depth and storytelling through dramatic scenes. Students will practice interpreting complex characters and delivering powerful monologues. The week includes workshops on stage presence and emotional expression, ending with a performance that highlights the campers’ growth in understanding Shakespearean drama.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare's Sprites - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 6-9)
This week focuses on Shakespeare’s playful language through music and movement. Campers will learn Renaissance songs and create their own silly insults to perform in fun, interactive games. They’ll also participate in lively scene work that encourages creativity and teamwork, culminating in a joyful sharing of their favorite moments from the week.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 13-15)
Campers engage in exploring themes and motifs within Shakespeare’s work, analyzing text to deepen their interpretive skills. The week includes workshops on costume and set design, allowing students to contribute creatively behind the scenes. Performances at the end of the week showcase their integrated understanding of text, design, and acting.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 16-18)
This session invites campers to deepen their understanding of Shakespeare’s works through intensive rehearsal and performance preparation. Emphasis is placed on ensemble collaboration, emotional expression, and technical stagecraft. The week culminates in a showcase performance, highlighting each camper’s artistic achievements and growth.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 9-12)
Campers will explore Shakespeare’s history plays this week, learning about storytelling through historical characters and events. Activities include script reading, scene work, and creating simple props and costumes to enhance performances. The week emphasizes collaboration and understanding narrative structure, culminating in a group presentation that brings history to life on stage.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare's Sprites - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 6-9)
Campers will journey into Shakespeare’s magical worlds through imaginative play and storytelling. They’ll engage in pool-noodle sword fights, practice lively Renaissance songs, and create their own silly insults to perform with confidence. The week emphasizes teamwork and creativity through short scene work and playful character exploration.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 13-15)
In the final week, campers bring together all their skills in a full rehearsal and production of a shortened Shakespeare play. Emphasis is placed on ensemble work, stage presence, and performance polish. The week culminates in a public showcase where students celebrate their growth and creativity with family and friends.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 16-18)
In the final week, campers bring their Shakespearean journey to a close by refining their performances and exploring advanced acting techniques. The focus is on integrating voice, movement, and emotional depth to create compelling characters. The week concludes with a polished public performance, celebrating the creativity and hard work of each participant.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Camp Shakespeare - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 9-12)
In the final week, campers bring together all they have learned by rehearsing and performing a full shortened Shakespeare play. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, stagecraft, and creative expression. Campers participate in set design, costume creation, and final rehearsals, culminating in a polished performance for family and friends that celebrates their growth and love for Shakespearean theater.
Colorado Shakespeare Festival - Shakespeare's Sprites - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 6-9)
In this final week, campers celebrate their Shakespearean journey with fun-filled activities including pool-noodle duels, singing Renaissance songs, and performing silly insults with theatrical flair. They will collaborate on lively scene work that highlights the magical sprites and characters they’ve come to love. The week ends with a joyful sharing session where campers showcase their favorite moments and newfound skills.
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Programs offered
Location
University Theatre Building, 261 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0261
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Colorado Shakespeare Festival cost?
- Colorado Shakespeare Festival costs $275–$305 per week.
- What ages does Colorado Shakespeare Festival accept?
- Colorado Shakespeare Festival accepts children ages 6 to 18.
- Is Colorado Shakespeare Festival still accepting registrations?
- Colorado Shakespeare Festival enrollment is currently open. Visit the camp website for the most current availability.
- Where is Colorado Shakespeare Festival located?
- Colorado Shakespeare Festival is located at University Theatre Building, 261 UCB, Boulder, CO 80309-0261 in Denver, CO.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.