THEATER
REGIONAL THEATRE OF THE PALOUSE SUMMER CAMPS This year's RTOP summer camp offerings include "Stepping into the Spotlight" (June 16-20), "Wonderful World of Disney" (June 23-27), "Hollywood Premiere" (July 7-11) and "Broadway Show Review" (July 14-18). June 16-July 18; meets Mon-Thu from 9 am-noon and 1-4 pm, Fri is 9 am-3:30 for all campers. $135-$270. rtoptheatre.org 509-334-0750
SPOKANE CHILDREN'S THEATRE: ENCANTO CAMP Spend a week doing exciting theater activities based around the theme Encanto designed to build confidence and enhance creativity with others. The week ends with a showcase on Friday for families. Ages 5-8. June 2327 from 9 am-12 pm or 12:30-3:30 pm at Spokane Children's Theatre. $115. spokanechildrenstheatre.org
SPOKANE CHILDREN'S THEATRE: VILLAINS Campers explore the world of villains through acting, singing and dancing, allowing them to embrace the mischief and boldness of iconic villainous characters. Ages 8-12. July 7-11 from 9 am-3 pm at Spokane Children's Theatre. $230. spokanechildrenstheatre.org
SUPER FRIENDS! Sunnyville residents desperately need help! Weathergirl has put a spell on the entire town so that it never stops raining. All your favorite superheroes - the "Super-friends" - are up to the challenge of taking down Weathergirl and restoring sunshine and smiles to Sunnyville once again. Grades 3-6. July 14-18, daily from 10 am-2 pm at Ponderosa Elementary. $275. svsummertheatre.com/camps 509-368-7897
SPOKANE SCHOOL OF IMPROV KIDS CAMPS Weeklong camps dedicated to sparking imagination through improv. Kids will learn communication skills, boost their self-confidence and learn to think on their feet through engaging improv games and activities. Sessions offered include Improv Summer Camp (July 15-19), Fun with Improv (July 29-Aug. 2) and Sketch Camp (Aug. 12-16). Ages 7-12 All sessions held at the Blue Door Theater. $225-$300. spokaneschoolofimprov.org 509-747-7045
SCOOBY-DOO & THE PIRATES While traveling in the Mystery Machine, Scooby and friends stumble upon a spooky looking group of pirates. When Mr. Vickery reports missing fish from the harbor boats, Scooby and friends assume the Pirates are to blame and set out to solve the mystery once and for all. Grades 2-5. July 21-25 at Ponderosa Elementary School. $275. svsummertheatre.com/camps 509-368-7897
CYT NORTH IDAHO THEATER CAMPS Weeklong, themed musical theater day camps in a faith-based environment are designed to create a hands-on theater experience focused on building performance skills, self confidence and teamwork. Camps include "Blast from the Past!", "Off to Neverland", "A Wickedly Popular Camp" and "Hadestown: Teen Edition." Ages 5-18. Sessions offered weekly from July 7-Aug. 2 at Prairie Avenue Community Church in Hayden. $235/week. cytnorthidaho.org
HESPERUS ARTS MUSICAL THEATER INTENSIVE Training during this session includes voice, dance and acting. Campers also receive a workbook and skills evaluation. This camp is intensive and focuses on performance authority, polishing skills, improv, audition prep and enhancing talent. Coed, ages 12-18. Aug. 20-23 from 9 am-4 pm at River City Church, Spokane. $390. nbccamps.com 800-406-3626
HESPERUS JUNIOR MUSICAL THEATRE DAY CAMP This theater camp is designed to help aspiring actors and singers improve their voice quality, gain confidence in their dancing skills and work to become top-level performers in a faith-based environment. Ages 10-18. Aug. 20-23 at River City Church, Spokane. Price TBD. nbccamps.com
SAINT GEORGE'S SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATER CAMP Explore the world of musical theater and learn the entirety of The Addams Family. This fast-paced, high-energy camp is appropriate for both beginners and experienced performers. Special guests share different aspects of musical theater, including singing, dancing and acting. Includes a Friday afternoon performance.. Grades 4-9. June 23-27 from 9 am-4 pm at Saint George's School. $300. sgs.org
SPOKANE CHILDREN'S THEATRE: WICKEDLY GOOD Dance through camp in this upbeat week inspired by Wicked. Campers learn about how our differences make us stronger through music, dance and fun. Ages 8-12. July 14-18 from 9 am-3 pm at Spokane Children's Theatre. $230. spokanechildrenstheatre.org 509-328-4886
CHENEY PARKS & REC THEATER CAMP Campers play theater games that teach the basic principles of theater: movement, improvisation, memorization, following direction, etc. Campers rehearse a short play to be presented on Friday for frinds and family. Ages 8-12. July 14-18 from 9 am-2 pm at Cheney City Hall. $150. cityofcheney.org
JAMES & THE GIANT PEACH Students learn and perform James & The Giant Peach, the story of James Henry Trotter, a sweet creative boy, is forced to live a miserable life with his two grumpy aunts. But with the help of a mysterious stranger, a giant peach, talking bugs and a little bit of magic. Grades 2-4. July 28-Aug. 1 at Ponderosa Elementary School. $275. svsummertheatre.com/camps 509-368-7897
HISTORY THROUGH MUSICALS This week teaches foundations of musical theater themed around musicals with a historical story like Hamilton, Newsies, Les Mis and more. Kids will learn about the musicals through games and more. Ages 8-12. July 21-25 from 9 am-3 pm at Spokane Children's Theatre. $230. spokanechildrenstheatre.org
DC CONNELLY: THE GREATEST SHOWMAN This weeklong musical theater camp features water games, team competitions, fun activities, singing, dancing, acting and more in a faith-based environment. The week culminates in a performance of The Greatest Showman for friends and family. Ages 6-18. Aug. 4-8 from 10 am-2 pm. At. CDA Bible Church, Coeur d'Alene. $240. dconnellyenterprises.com
JR. RISING STARS: MUSICAL THEATRE SHOWCASE This camp tackles the fundamentals of solos, duets and group numbers. Led by industry professionals, students develop confidence and stage presence through a group-choreographed musical number as well as musical theatre duets. Facilitated by Andrea Olsen with guest artist appearances. Grades 9-12. June 23-27 at University High School. $305. svsummertheatre.com/camps 509-368-7897
BROADWAY BOUND Campers will dive into Tony Award winning Broadway musicals as they learn basic theatre skills and how to work together as a team. Ages 8-12. July 28-Aug. 1 from 9 am-3 pm at Spokane Children's Theatre. $230. spokanechildrenstheatre.org
THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy embark on a mystery tour to the Land of Narnia through the wardrobe. Students learn their parts, practice and perform the play for their families at the end of the week. Grades 3-6. August 4-8 at University High School. $250. svsummertheatre.com
BEST OF BROADWAY ACTING CAMP This camp will assign students scenes from some of the biggest Broadway shows performed in a showcase for family and friends on the final day of camp. Led by energized duo Haliey Weber (Quincy HS Drama Director) and Amanda Guarisco (Central Valley HS Drama Director). Grades 7-12. July 7-11 at University High School. $305. svsummertheatre.com/camps 509-368-7897
DC CONNELLY: MARY POPPINS This week-long musical theater camp features water games, team competitions, fun activities, singing, dancing, acting and more in a faith-based environment. The week culminates in a performance of Mary Poppins for friends and family. Ages 6-18. July 24-28 from 10 am-2 pm. At CDA Bible Church. Coeur d'Alene. $240. dconnellyenterprises.com
GONZAGA PREP DRAMA CAMP A weeklong drama camp packing with acting, improv, music theater and choreography culminating in a final performance for friends and family. Grades 5-8. Two sessions offered Aug. 4-8 and 11-15, Mon-Fri from 9 am-3:30 pm. At Gonzaga Prep. $225. gprep.com
GONZAGA PREP SOCCER CAMP Participants will work with Gonzaga Prep soccer coaching staff and players focusing on all parts of soccer fundamentals from passing, shooting, possession, patterns of play and defensive principles in a fun, competitive environment. Coed, grades 6-8. July 28-31, daily from 10 am-noon. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
GONZAGA PREP WRESTLING/TUMBLING CAMP Learn the fundamental skills of wrestling and tumbling from Gonzaga Prep's expert coaches with personalized instruction. This camp focuses on building confidence on the mats with flips and rolls or perfecting takedowns and pins. Grades 2-8. Three sessions offered June 23-26. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
COEUR D'ALENE SUMMER THEATRE: CAMP BROADWAY A six-week musical theater camp hosted by Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre with each week boasting a new theme including Lin Manuel Miranda (July 7-11), Stephen Schwartz (July 14-18), Alan Menken (July 21-25), Claude Michel Schonberg (July 28-Aug. 1), Andrew Lloyd Webber (Aug. 4-8) and Jerry Herman (Aug. 11-15). Ages 8-13. Sessions offered weekly from July 7-Aug. 15, Mon-Fri from 9 am-3 pm. At North Idaho College. $299/week. Discounts available. cstmtti.com
SUMMER STAGE DRAMA CAMP Have fun while learning through imaginative theater activities designed to build confidence and boost creativity on stage and off. Students of all skill levels team up for storytelling, improvisation and acting games. The final day of camp includes a performance for family and friends. Ages 6-11. July 7-11 from 9 am-3 pm at Corbin Art Center. $199. spokanerec.org
IDAHO REPERTORY THEATRE CAMP A drama camp designed to give kids the opportunity to express their creativity and produce a full-fledged musical. This year's show is Peter Pan. All camp participants will have a role in the production and will perform on the last two days of camp for friends and family. Ages 7-14. July 14-Aug. 3, Mon-Fri from 8 am-noon and 1-5 pm at Hartung Theater, Moscow. $375-$400. ewuvolleybll.totalcamps.com
