Data updated Jun 21, 2026
Tears of Joy Theatre, a long-running Portland institution, is currently defunct. While its successor organizations offer puppetry camps in other locations, there are no Portland-based camps available at this time. Parents interested in puppet-focused summer programs may need to explore other local theater and arts organizations for similar creative opportunities for their children.
Tears of Joy Theatre is a arts & creative summer camp in Portland, OR for ages 7 to 12. The camp runs half day sessions from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Enrollment status is being re-verified — check the camp's website for current availability. Dates are confirmed for Summer 2026.
7-12
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Half Day
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
June 22-26, 2026; August 31-September 4, 2026
Sessions (2)
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Programs offered
Location
222 NW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97209
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Tears of Joy Theatre appears to be defunct. The information provided is from ’In the Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre’ which is a successor organization, but their camps are in Minneapolis, MN, not Portland, OR. Another successor, Pegasus Puppet Theatre, has camps in Eugene, OR and Vancouver, WA.
Diversity & inclusion
None noted
Eligibility requirement
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What ages does Tears of Joy Theatre accept?
- Tears of Joy Theatre accepts children ages 7 to 12.
- Where is Tears of Joy Theatre located?
- Tears of Joy Theatre is located at 222 NW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97209 in Portland, OR.
- What is the schedule for Tears of Joy Theatre?
- Tears of Joy Theatre offers half day sessions from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Data compiled for Summer 2026. Always verify details directly with the camp provider before registering.