The Denver Center for the Performing Arts offers a variety of summer camps for students from Kindergarten to 12th grade. These camps focus on acting, singing, dancing, and other aspects of theatre.
DCPA Summer Camps is a arts & creative summer camp in Denver, CO for ages 5 to 18. Tuition starts at $450 and goes up to $800 per session. The camp runs full_day sessions. Enrollment is currently unknown.
5-18
$450.0-$800.0
per program
full_day
Sessions (30)
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 10-13)
Kick off the summer with an exciting introduction to theatre arts! Campers will explore foundational acting techniques, including improvisation, character development, and stage presence. They will participate in fun group activities that build confidence and teamwork, culminating in a short performance showcasing their new skills. This week emphasizes creativity and self-expression through acting games and vocal exercises.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 14-18)
Kick off the summer with an immersive acting experience focused on character development and scene study. Campers will explore various acting techniques, participate in improvisation exercises, and collaborate on short scenes to build confidence and stage presence. The week culminates in a group performance showcasing their newfound skills.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 1: June 8-12 (Ages 5-9)
Kick off the summer with a week full of creative exploration! Campers will dive into foundational acting techniques through fun games and improvisation exercises. They will also explore basic singing and movement to build confidence on stage. The week culminates in a mini performance where campers showcase their new skills to family and friends.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 10-13)
This week focuses on musical theatre, blending acting, singing, and dancing into dynamic performances. Campers will learn vocal techniques, choreography basics, and how to express emotions through song and movement. They will collaborate on scenes from popular musicals and prepare a group showcase. The camp encourages teamwork and builds stage confidence in a supportive environment.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 14-18)
This week focuses on musical theatre, combining acting, singing, and dancing to create dynamic performances. Campers will learn vocal techniques, choreography, and how to bring a musical character to life. The week includes rehearsals for a final showcase featuring popular musical theatre numbers.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 2: June 15-19 (Ages 5-9)
This week focuses on storytelling through theatre arts. Campers will learn how to create characters and bring stories to life using acting, singing, and dancing. They will participate in group projects that encourage teamwork and creativity, culminating in a short play inspired by classic children’s tales. Emphasis is placed on expression and imagination.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 10-13)
Dive into the world of storytelling through script work and scene study this week. Campers will analyze scripts, develop characters, and practice delivering lines with emotion and clarity. They will also explore stage movement and blocking to bring scenes to life. The week concludes with a staged reading performance, highlighting campers’ growth in understanding dramatic structure and collaboration.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 14-18)
Dive into the art of storytelling through scriptwriting and performance. Campers will write original scenes and monologues, then bring their stories to life through acting workshops and peer feedback. This creative week encourages collaboration and hones both writing and performance skills.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 3: June 22-26 (Ages 5-9)
Campers will explore the magic of musical theatre this week by combining acting, singing, and dancing in dynamic ways. They will learn simple choreography and vocal techniques while developing confidence and stage presence. The week includes fun workshops on costume and set design to inspire creativity beyond performance. The final day features a lively musical showcase.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 10-13)
Explore the art of dance and movement in theatre this week. Campers will learn various dance styles used in stage productions, focusing on rhythm, coordination, and expression. They will also engage in physical warm-ups and creative movement exercises to enhance their performance skills. The week culminates in a dance showcase that integrates storytelling through movement.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 14-18)
Explore the physicality of performance with a focus on dance and movement for theatre. Campers will learn various dance styles used in stage productions, develop choreography skills, and practice integrating movement with acting. The week ends with a dynamic dance showcase highlighting their progress.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 4: June 29-July 3 (Ages 5-9)
This week invites campers to step into the world of improvisation and creative play. Through interactive games and exercises, children will develop quick thinking, teamwork, and expressive skills. They will also experiment with voice and movement to create original scenes. The camp encourages self-expression and confidence-building in a supportive environment.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 10-13)
In the final week, campers will combine all their skills in a collaborative theatre production. They will rehearse scenes, songs, and choreography learned throughout the summer to create a polished performance. This week emphasizes teamwork, creative problem-solving, and stagecraft basics like props and costumes. Families are invited to attend the final showcase, celebrating the campers’ hard work and growth.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 14-18)
Conclude the summer with an intensive scene study and audition preparation workshop. Campers will refine their acting techniques, learn how to select and prepare audition material, and practice cold reading skills. The week includes mock auditions and personalized feedback to prepare teens for real-world theatre opportunities.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 5: July 6-10 (Ages 5-9)
In the final week, campers will bring together all their skills in a creative production project. They will collaborate to write, rehearse, and perform an original play featuring acting, singing, and dancing. This immersive experience highlights teamwork, storytelling, and stagecraft. Families are invited to attend the closing performance to celebrate the campers’ achievements.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 10-13)
This week, campers dive into the fundamentals of acting with a focus on character development and improvisation. Students will explore various acting techniques through fun group exercises and scene work, enhancing their confidence and creativity. The week culminates in a short performance showcasing their new skills in storytelling and stage presence.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 14-18)
Campers will dive into advanced acting techniques focusing on character development and scene study. This week emphasizes improvisation skills and ensemble work to build confidence and spontaneity on stage. Participants will collaborate on short scenes, exploring emotional depth and storytelling through movement and voice.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 6: July 13-17 (Ages 5-9)
Campers will dive into the world of acting and storytelling through fun improvisation games and character creation exercises. This week focuses on building confidence and expressive skills as students explore basic stage movement and vocal techniques. Children will collaborate on short scenes inspired by classic fairy tales, culminating in a mini performance for family and friends.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 10-13)
Campers will explore musical theatre this week, combining acting, singing, and dancing in dynamic workshops. Participants learn vocal techniques and choreography while working on ensemble pieces that highlight teamwork and stage presence. The week ends with a lively showcase where campers perform musical numbers developed during the sessions.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 14-18)
This week focuses on musical theatre, combining singing, dancing, and acting to create dynamic performances. Campers will learn vocal techniques, choreography basics, and how to express character through song. The week culminates in a group performance showcasing their new skills in a fun, supportive environment.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 7: July 20-24 (Ages 5-9)
This week invites campers to explore musical theatre by learning simple songs, choreography, and acting techniques. Students will engage in group singing sessions and movement workshops designed to develop rhythm and coordination. The week culminates in a lively musical showcase where campers perform scenes and songs from beloved children’s musicals.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 10-13)
This week focuses on the art of storytelling through movement and dance. Campers will learn choreography styles from jazz to contemporary, enhancing their physical expression and rhythm. Alongside dance, students engage in acting exercises that emphasize body language and non-verbal communication, culminating in a creative dance-theatre performance.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 14-18)
Campers will explore the art of stage combat and physical theatre, learning safe techniques to portray action and conflict on stage. This week emphasizes body awareness, coordination, and storytelling through movement. Participants will also engage in mask work and mime exercises to enhance their physical expressiveness.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 8: July 27-31 (Ages 5-9)
Campers will explore the art of storytelling through puppetry and creative movement this week. They will design and build their own puppets, develop characters, and practice bringing stories to life using voice and body language. The week ends with a puppet show performance that highlights the campers’ creativity and teamwork.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 10-13)
Campers will focus on script work and scene study this week, learning how to analyze and interpret text for performance. Through partner and group activities, students practice delivering lines with emotion and clarity while exploring stage blocking and timing. The week concludes with a mini showcase where campers present scenes they have rehearsed and refined.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 14-18)
This week is dedicated to playwriting and script analysis, where campers develop original scenes and learn how to interpret scripts for performance. Participants will workshop their writing, receive feedback, and collaborate to bring their stories to life on stage. The focus is on creativity, narrative structure, and understanding dramatic elements.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 9: Aug 3-7 (Ages 5-9)
This week focuses on dance and movement for theatre, where campers learn basic choreography and expressive movement skills. Through fun dance games and exercises, students develop coordination, rhythm, and confidence on stage. The week concludes with a group dance performance that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 10-13)
In the final week, campers bring together all their skills in a collaborative theatre project. They will work as a team to create an original short play, including acting, singing, and choreography elements. This immersive experience encourages creativity, leadership, and performance skills, culminating in a final presentation for family and friends.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 14-18)
In the final week, campers will integrate all their skills in a collaborative theatre production. They will rehearse and perform a short play, taking on roles both onstage and behind the scenes. This immersive experience highlights teamwork, creative problem-solving, and showcases their growth throughout the summer.
DCPA Summer Camps - Week 10: Aug 10-14 (Ages 5-9)
In this final week, campers combine acting, singing, and dancing skills to create a short original play. They will collaborate on scriptwriting, rehearsals, and stage design, learning how all elements come together in theatre production. The week ends with a joyful performance showcasing their hard work and creativity for family and friends.
Programs offered
Location
1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does DCPA Summer Camps cost?
- DCPA Summer Camps costs $450.0-$800.0 per session.
- What ages does DCPA Summer Camps accept?
- DCPA Summer Camps accepts children ages 5 to 18.
- Is DCPA Summer Camps still accepting registrations?
- DCPA Summer Camps enrollment is currently unknown. Visit the camp website for the most current availability.
- Where is DCPA Summer Camps located?
- DCPA Summer Camps is located at 1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204 in Denver, CO.
- What is the schedule for DCPA Summer Camps?
- DCPA Summer Camps offers full_day sessions.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.