Our Youth Show Camp provides an opportunity for youth ages 6-17 to learn about performing on and off stage. This year’s camp will be June 15-19, 2026 at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus, OH.
Youth performers of all abilities are welcome to join us for Vaud-Villities Youth Show Camp, June 15th – 19th, 2026, at Ohio Dominican University.
Youth Show Camp for campers ages 8-17 is a full day (9a-5p), summer day camp incorporating all aspects of stage performance and summer camp fun! Students will learn about singing, dancing, acting, and how to create costumes, props, and set pieces. Campers aged 14-17 are invited to participate in the full camp experience or submit to be a junior camp counselor.
Camp for ages 6 + 7 will be a half day experience.
This hands-on opportunity will allow students to help develop their skills as performers. They’ll also learn a bit of the technical and behind the scenes portions of theater as well.
Our summer camp includes all the typical fun summertime activities – including plenty of breaks for getting outside and playing field games. Our week culminates in a live performance for friends and family at the Matesich Theater on Ohio Dominican University’s Campus.
This full day camp is not one to be missed if you have a child who is interested in any aspect of theater and live performance!
CAMP OFFERINGS
YOUTH SHOW CAMP
JUNE 15-19, 2026 @ OHIO DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY
Ages 6-7
9am-12:30pm M-Fri, 9am-noon
Early Bird Special: $175 Per Camper until May 15
$200 after May 15
Includes camp t-shirt!
Ages 8-17
9am-5pm M-Fri
Early Bird Special: $275 Per Camper until May 15
$300 (after May 15)
Family Discount: $225 for second child in the same family
Includes camp t-shirt!
INSPIRING CREATIVITY
This week-long experience of singing, dancing, set design, costume construction, tech, and social interaction with peers will culminate in a performance to showcase talent both on and off stage featuring original set pieces and props designed and built by the campers.
M-F FULL DAY
To support both the working and non-working parents, this camp experience is a jam-packed full week of programming, but clear Friday afternoon to enjoy all of the kids' hard work at their showcase.
Ages 8-17 experience a full day of camp from 9am-5pm. Bring your own lunch.
Ages 6-7 experience a half day of camp from 9am-12:30pm daily and a full day on Friday.
Learning is doing! From selecting costumes and props to reading scripts, learning movement and songs, drawing the curtains and running the sound and lights this experience is incredibly interactive.
FRIDAY SHOWCASE
Friday at 2:30 p.m. youth will showcase everything they have learned throughout the week in a free 60-minute show for their friends and family in the beautiful Matesich Theatre at Ohio Dominican University.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Full and partial scholarships available.
Scholarship deadline is April 1st.
Scholars will be notified by May 1.
The scholarship application is part of the registration process.
Heather has been a member of Vaud-Villities since 2005 as a dancer, singer, and choreographer. For five years she served as the Movement Director for Vaud-Villities holiday and spring shows. As a parent of three current and former youth campers, and past volunteer, she is excited to be directing this year’s Youth Show Camp once again. Heather holds a BA from Otterbein University and when she’s not baking something delicious, or supporting the school PTO, she works for a graphic and display company.
We owe special gratitude and thanks to our venue sponsor and supporter, Ohio Dominican University.
