Walltown Summer Camps 2026Walltown Summer Camps invite young creatives aged 3-16 years to explore the performing arts through exciting theme-based instruction in a professional black box setting. Our weeklong day camps provide fun opportunities for young artists to explore dance, acting, singing, costuming and set creation in a cohesive and collaborative environment that encourages personal expression and creativity. Each week, we open our doors to family and friends for an exciting production by the camp students showing off what they have learned. This gives our campers a unique opportunity to perform in a professional setting and spark their enthusiasm to continue pursuit of the performing arts!
Explorer Mini-Camps - ages "mature 3" to "young 5" ~ $165
Monday - Friday, 9am - 12pm daily Explorer/Performer in Training (PIT) Camps: - ages 5-16 (vary/camp) ~ $330 Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm daily 2026 Special 1/2 Day Camps - PIT- ages 10+ June 29-July 3 ~ $165 9am-12pm & 12pm-3pm |
Camp fees are not prorated due to student absences, however, in the unlikely event an entire camp is cancelled, school credit for a different camp or session class will be offered.
** limited scholarships and tuition assistance available. |
General Camp Instructions:
Sample Daily Schedule
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A Glimpse Into a Day at Walltown
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Sample Summer Camp Schedule
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MONDAY
9:00-9:45 Intro/Overview 9:45-10:30 Group 1 - Activity A Group 2 - Activity B 10:30-10:45 SNACK 10:45-11:30 Group 1 - Activity B Group 2 - Activity A 11:30-12:15 Group 1 - Discipline A Group 2 - Discipline B 12:15-1:00 LUNCH 1:00-1:45 Group 1 - Discipline B Group 2 - Discipline A 1:45-2:00 BREAK 2:00-2:45 Roundtable 2:45-3:00 Check Out Vertical Divider
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TUESDAY
9:00-9:45 Warm-up/Ice Breaker 9:45-10:30 Group 1 - Activity A Group 2 - Activity B 10:30-10:45 SNACK 10:45-11:30 Group 1 - Activity B Group 2 - Activity A 11:30-12:15 Group 1 - Discipline A Group 2 - Discipline B 12:15-1:00 LUNCH 1:00-1:45 Group 1 - Discipline B Group 2 - Discipline A 1:45-2:00 BREAK 2:00-2:45 Roundtable 2:45-3:00 Check Out Vertical Divider
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WEDNESDAY
9:00-9:45 Warm-up/Ice Breaker 9:45-10:30 Group 1 - Activity A Group 2 - Activity B 10:30-10:45 SNACK 10:45-11:30 Group 1 - Activity B Group 2 - Activity A 11:30-12:15 Group 1 - Discipline A Group 2 - Discipline B 12:15-1:00 LUNCH 1:00-1:45 Group 1 - Discipline B Group 2 - Discipline A 1:45-2:00 BREAK 2:00-2:45 Roundtable 2:45-3:00 Check Out Vertical Divider
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THURSDAY
9:00-9:45 Warm-up/Ice Breaker 9:45-10:30 Group 1 - Activity A Group 2 - Activity B 10:30-10:45 SNACK 10:45-11:30 Group 1 - Activity B Group 2 - Activity A 11:30-12:15 Group 1 - Discipline A Group 2 - Discipline B 12:15-1:00 LUNCH 1:00-1:45 Group 1 - Discipline B Group 2 - Discipline A 1:45-2:00 BREAK 2:00-2:45 Roundtable 2:45-3:00 Check Out Vertical Divider
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FRIDAY
9:00-9:45 Warm-up/Ice Breaker 9:45-10:30 Final Run-Throughs & Clean-up 10:30-10:45 SNACK 10:45-12:00 Final Run-Throughs & Clean-up 12:00-12:45 LUNCH 12:45-1:45 Full Tech & Show Prep 1:45-2:00 Costumes/Final Instructions 2:00-3:00 Camp Show for Parents & Family ** students dismissed after show |
Drop-Off / Pick-Up
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Ensure a Safe Handoff of Your Priceless Gems
Everything you need to know to make arrivals and departures smooth, secure, and stress-free. Vertical Divider
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Staff will be available to receive students by 8:40am on camp days.
Explorer campers should be picked up no later than 12:30. PIT campers should be picked up no later than 3:30pm. Please bring your students to the door to check them in. You must also come to the door to check them out at the end of the camp day. |
Camp Do's & Don'ts
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Make sure your Camper is Prepared for the Week
Helpful tips on what to bring, what to leave at home, and how to set your camper up for success. Vertical Divider
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FOOD ~ We partner with the Food Service Program at the Food Bank to provide hot lunch and additionally provide snacks for our campers. We have limited ability to service specialized diets. If your child is a finicky eater or has dietary restrictions, you may consider sending lunch and/or snacks that they can/will eat.
WATER ~ We try to make sure all campers stay hydrated throughout the day. Please provide a water bottle with your camper's name written on it (we have a bottle filler) ATTIRE ~ Our campers are active throughout the day. Please have them wear comfortable clothes to move around in and play in ELECTRONICS ~ Our camp day is structured for interactive learning and creative play. Please DO NOT allow your campers to bring electronic devices to camp. Use of cell phones and other devices is not permitted during camp hours. Any devices that a student brings to camp must remain in their backpack for the duration of the camp day |
Camp-Specific Instructions
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Details That Matter for Your Camper's Experience:
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Each Friday before your child(ren)'s camp, we will post any initial instructions for the coming camp. During the camp week, additional instructions given to the campers will also be posted here. Be sure to check this page for the most current info on items your camper may need
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Camp Performances
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When Campers Shine and Families Cheer
Details on end-of-week showcases and how to support your young performer. Vertical Divider
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Each week on the last day of camp, families are invited to a mini-presentation showcasing what the campers worked on that week. Pre-Explorer presentations begin at 11:30 on Wednesdays and regular camp performances begin at 2pm on Fridays. Shows last 30 -90 minutes depending on the camp.
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A Peek at Prior Camps
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What the Fun Looks Like in Action
Photos and videos from past camps that show the joy, growth, and creativity in every session. Vertical Divider
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2026 Camp Descriptions:
Explorer Mini-Camps: ages "mature 3" - 5
WEEK 2 (June 22-26) 100 Acre Wood
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100 Acre Wood
Creative drama camp (ages 3–5) — Companion to "Into the Woods" Camp Little ones step into the gentle, whimsical world of the 100 Acre Wood through imaginative play, movement, and storytelling. Campers explore friendship and feelings with beloved animal characters while creating simple costumes and playful scenes. This nurturing camp builds confidence, cooperation, and joy on stage in a developmentally perfect way for our youngest performers. |
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CAMP LEAD
Artemisa Garcia Gomez Dancer, Musician, Vocalist 23 year old Durham native, Artemisa started learning to dance at Walltown when she was 3. A dance as her primary passion, Arte also sang in Walltown productions Indigo Blue and The Durham Nutcracker. With demonstrated skill and a natural leadership quality, Arte was tapped to teach ballet and tap during the school year, and worked summer camps both during high school and for several years afterward. Arte loves the tug of excitement and fulfillment she found teaching children and is looking forward to working with our youngest stars this Summer. |
CAMP ASSISTANT
TBD Camp Notes:
Additional needs for 100 Acre Wood Camp
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WEEK 4 (July 6-10) Bluey's Big Playtime
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Bluey’s Big Playtime
Imaginative play & movement camp (ages 3–5) Inspired by the playful world of Bluey, this camp celebrates creativity, family, and fun through games, pretend play, music, and movement. Campers build short scenes from everyday adventures while exploring costumes and simple props. Perfect for first-time campers, this class focuses on confidence, cooperation, and joyful expression. |
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CAMP LEAD
Artemisa Garcia Gomez Dancer, Musician, Vocalist 23 year old Durham native, Artemisa started learning to dance at Walltown when she was 3. A dance as her primary passion, Arte also sang in Walltown productions Indigo Blue and The Durham Nutcracker. With demonstrated skill and a natural leadership quality, Arte was tapped to teach ballet and tap during the school year, and worked summer camps both during high school and for several years afterward. Arte loves the tug of excitement and fulfillment she found teaching children and is looking forward to working with our youngest stars this Summer. |
CAMP ASSISTANT
TBD Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Bluey Camp
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WEEK 6 (July 20-24) Storybook Fairytales
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Storybook Fairy Tales
Creative drama camp (ages 3–5) — Companion to Descendants Camp Young campers explore classic fairy-tale characters through playful storytelling, movement, and dress-up fun. Using imagination and simple stage pictures, students create tiny adventures that build confidence and cooperation. This gentle introduction to theatre is full of magic, make-believe, and smiles. |
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CAMP LEAD
Adrianna Law
WT Dance Instructor / ASA Assistant |
CAMP ASSISTANT
TBD Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Storybook Fairytales camp
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Explorer & Performer in Training (PIT) Summer Camps:
ages 5+ (varies by camp)
ages 5+ (varies by camp)
WEEK 1 (June 15-19) K-Pop Demon Hunters (Ages 5+)
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K-Pop Demon Hunters
High-energy performance camp (ages 5+) Campers dive into a bold, action-packed world where fierce dance moves and heroic storytelling collide. Inspired by K-pop style and supernatural adventures, students learn choreography, create characters, and build scenes that blend music, movement, and imagination. With creative costuming and dynamic staging, this camp is all about confidence, teamwork, and bringing big energy to the stage. |
Camp Staff
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CAMP LEAD
Brianna Williams
Music Education Major/WT Raising Voices Instructor |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for K-Pop Demon Hunters Camp
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WEEK 2 (June 22-26) Into the Woods (Ages 10+)
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Into the Woods
Musical Theatre intensive (ages 10+) Older campers explore the darker, deeper side of fairy tales through scenes, songs, and character-driven storytelling inspired by Into the Woods. This camp focuses on ensemble work, vocal performance, and acting choices as students examine what happens after “happily ever after.” With rich characters and layered stories, performers build a thoughtful, dramatic showcase full of humor, heart, and growth. |
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CAMP LEAD
Sarah Law
WT Musical Theater Instructor |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Into the Woods Camp
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WEEK 3 (June 29-July 3 / Morning Camp 9am-12pm) Ripples - Songwriting with Rissi (ages 10+)
WEEK 3 (June 29-July 3 / Afternoon Camp 12pm-3pm) Echoes - Creative Writing/Poetry with TBD (ages 10+)
WEEK 3 (June 29-July 3 / Afternoon Camp 12pm-3pm) Echoes - Creative Writing/Poetry with TBD (ages 10+)
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Ripples
Songwriting & music creation camp (ages 10+) In Ripples, campers discover how a small idea can grow into a powerful song. Students explore melody, rhythm, and lyrics while collaborating to write original music inspired by their own stories and emotions. Through group songwriting, movement, and performance, campers create musical pieces that show how creativity can spread, connect, and make waves. |
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CAMP LEAD
Rissi Palmer
Singer/Songwriter /Recording Artist |
Camp Notes:
**This camp is a half-day camp 9am - 12pm
Additional needs for Ripples - Songwriting camp
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Echoes
Creative writing & poetry performance camp (ages 10+) Words take center stage as campers explore poetry, spoken word, and short-form storytelling. Through writing games, character monologues, and expressive performance, students give voice to ideas that linger, repeat, and grow. Echoes blends writing, movement, and dramatic expression into a powerful showcase that proves every story deserves to be heard. |
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CAMP LEAD
TBD
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Camp Notes:
**This camp is a half-day camp 12pm - 3pm
Additional needs for Echoes - Creative Writing/Poetry camp
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WEEK 4 (July 6-10) Beauty & The Beast (Ages 5+)
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Beauty and the Beast
Classic musical theatre camp (ages 5+) Campers bring this beloved tale to life through songs, scenes, dance, and colorful design. Students explore themes of kindness, courage, and seeing beyond appearances while creating a magical performance filled with movement and imagination. With plenty of opportunities to shine, this camp is perfect for young performers who love big characters and beautiful storytelling. |
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CAMP LEAD
Adrianna Law
WT Dance Instructor / ASA Assistant |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Beauty and the Beast Camp
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Week 5 (July 13-17) Stranger Things (Ages 5+)
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Stranger Things
Design-forward theatre camp (ages 5+) Welcome to the Upside Down — where imagination meets invention. This camp places special emphasis on set design, props, and creating dramatic environments while also building scenes, movement, and character work. Campers collaborate to design a world that feels mysterious and exciting, learning how technical theatre and performance work together to tell powerful stories. |
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CAMP LEAD
Darian Moore
WCT Dance Instructor / Actor / Singer |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Stranger Things camp
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Week 6 (July 20-24) Descendants (Ages 5+)
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Descendants
Pop musical performance camp (ages 5+) Campers step into a world where fairy-tale legacies meet modern attitude. Through upbeat choreography, scenes, and songs inspired by Descendants, students explore identity, friendship, and choosing their own path. With bold characters, stylish costuming, and high-energy movement, this camp is perfect for kids who love to dance and perform with flair. |
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CAMP LEAD
Artemisa Garcia Gomez
Dancer, Musician, Vocalist 23 year old Durham native, Artemisa started learning to dance at Walltown when she was 3. A dance as her primary passion, Arte also sang in Walltown productions Indigo Blue and The Durham Nutcracker. With demonstrated skill and a natural leadership quality, Arte was tapped to teach ballet and tap during the school year, and worked summer camps both during high school and for several years afterward. Arte loves the tug of excitement and fulfillment she found teaching children and is looking forward to working with our youngest stars this Summer. |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for Descendants camp
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Week 7 (July 27-31) A Wee Bit Wicked (Ages 7-11)
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A Wee Bit Wicked
Musical theatre camp (ages 5–11) — Companion to Wickedly Wonderful Summer Production Young performers take a playful journey into the world of Oz, exploring what it means to be different in a place where labels come easily. Through short scenes, music, and movement inspired by Wicked, campers create a joyful showcase about kindness, curiosity, and discovering that being “a wee bit wicked” might just mean being brave enough to be yourself |
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CAMP LEAD
Andrea Lara
WT Dance Instructor, Choreographer |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for A Wee Bit Wicked camp
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WEEK 8 (Aug 3-7) Hamlet (Shakespeare Camp) (Ages 10+)
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Shakespeare’s Hamlet (Jr.)
Classical theatre performance camp (ages 10+) Campers take on one of Shakespeare’s most famous stories in this exciting introduction to classical theatre. Using a youth-friendly Hamlet (Jr.) script, students explore powerful characters, dramatic scenes, and ensemble storytelling while building strong acting skills. Along the way, campers may also learn about Shakespeare’s life — including the story of his son Hamnet — to better understand how personal experience can shape great art. The week culminates in a fully staged performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet that highlights voice, movement, and confident storytelling. |
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CAMP LEAD
TBD
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Camp Notes:
Additional needs for A Wee Bit Wicked camp
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WEEK 9 (Aug 10-14) Remix - Dance Camp (Ages 5+)
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Dance Remix
Styles & storytelling through movement Campers explore multiple dance styles — hip-hop, jazz, lyrical, & Ballet — while learning how movement can tell a story. Through choreography, formation work, and expressive performance, students build a high-energy dance showcase that celebrates rhythm, teamwork, and confidence. |
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CAMP LEAD
Mariana Gomez-Arceo
Hip Hop / Lyrical Instructor |
Camp Notes:
Additional needs for REMIX Dance camp
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