An Epic Greek Mythology Summer Camp!
Does your child know every Greek Myth by heart? Maybe they’re a huge Percy Jackson fan? Our Greek Mythology Ensemble is designed for the elementary or middle school actor whose imagination is sparked by the DRAMA of ancient plays!
Our Mythology Ensemble takes on the world’s greatest myths in this two week summer camp for the young actor. Mythology campers receive expert training in acting, movement and stage combat to help them tell ancient stories. Complete with fun-filled rehearsals and daily classes, the Mythology Ensemble is the perfect introduction to Traveling Players. Our “Mythsters” are carefully guided by a trio of directors, who bring out the best in every performer.
By audition only. For current 4th – 6th graders.
Auditions
All auditions will be virtual & scheduled individually. Please register online and the director will reach out to set up a date & time.
- Early Bird Discount and Payment Plan no longer available.
Program Dates
- Session 1: June 25 — July 7 (2 weeks) – Only 1 Spot Left!
- Session 2: July 16 — July 28 (2 weeks) Only 4 Spots Left!
Program rates
- Audition Fee: $20
- Tuition: $3300
($3500 after the Early Bird Discount flies away Jan 31st)
LIMITED AVAILABILITY: Mythology Ensemble is strictly limited to 13 performers. We will only hold auditions if space is still available. We recommend registering for the earliest audition you can.
OUT OF THE AREA? AUDITION VIRTUALLY!: Camp is sleepaway, so our campers come from across the country & globe! Register for the audition and we’ll set up a date & time that works for you.
Watch a clip of Winter 2022 performance of Ariadne’s Thread!
Eros & psyche
by Judith walsh white
All students who want to participate in the Mythology Ensemble must attend an audition. Please prepare one of the three selected monologues. Auditions will include some improvisational games as well as cold readings from the text of the play. Please familiarize yourself with the plot and characters. The fee for the audition is $20. Read more >>>
Out of the area? We still want to see you!
By focusing on classical theatre, Traveling Players trains performers who are bold, resourceful, and skilled. Classical acting technique is demanding — and remains foundational and relevant to the modern performing arts landscape. Hence, a summer at Traveling Players trains you to act not just anything, but anywhere. All the world’s a stage!
Traveling Players summer programs offer expert training in acting, character creation, physical comedy, stage combat, improvisation, and text analysis. A typical day includes intensive rehearsals in addition to classes taught by expert faculty, expanding each performer’s skill set.
Campers spend 2 weeks nestled in the scenic woods of Virginia, rehearsing, taking classes, and making friends and memories for a lifetime!
Campers live in comfy, cozy Lodges (with electricity, AC, and bathrooms – flush toilets & showers!).
- Our campus features 3 Lodges around a central quad. Campers live with near-age peers, expanding their friendships to other ensembles.
- Each Lodge includes two sleeping bays of 8-12 beds (4-6 bunk beds).
- Each Lodge is unique, but all include common areas — inside with big comfy couches for relaxing, memorizing lines and hanging out with your friends; outside with large porches or pavilions offering even more hangout space for each Lodge.
- Staff live in private rooms within the Lodges so that they are nearby, attentive, and available, while still allowing campers an appropriate level of privacy.
- Artistic Director Jeanne Harrison lives next door to the Lodges in a cottage – always available.
Campers eat a delicious, diverse, and healthy menu. Fresh produce is always available, and every meal will have multiple entre options, including vegetarian options. New this year – we’ll send out a questionnaire gathering more information about how each camper eats.
When not in rehearsal, a variety of fun activities are on offer – both exciting and relaxing: swimming, canoeing, hiking, challenge course, volleyball or just chilling out in a hammock. On weekends and in the evenings, the community will come together for inter-ensemble activities like improv jams, color wars, talent shows, and camp prom, as well as celebrate each other’s artistic growth during Revels.
Campers are immersed in an intentional community of their peers. They will help maintain the community (sweeping their cabins/chopping vegetables) as well as shape it, by suggesting events and activities they want to pursue. The Lodge Forum is our weekly inter-ensemble meeting where everyone can come together and make choices that benefit the community. It is a way for our campers to have a meaningful impact on the community, and it gives them appropriate responsibility for the communities’ wellbeing and joy.
Camping out in tents allow students to enjoy all nature has to offer — and let’s them be just with their ensemble for one night a week. During campouts, campers learn the fundamentals of Leave No Trace camping, including how to pitch a tent, build a fire and campfire cooking. And of course, no campout is complete without plenty of s’mores!
All-Inclusive Tuition: $3300
($3500 after the Early Bird Discount flies away Jan 31st)
- Any gift card balance counts towards your enrollment! You can check your balance at any time here.
- Tell me about discounts!
- The Traveling Players Difference
- Information on financial aid.
We had heard wonderful things about TPE before our daughter enrolled in classes and camp but the actual experience far exceeded our expectations. In addition to learning about acting craft, our daughter has developed a lot of confidence getting in front of others and made some great friends in addition to having a lot of fun. The staff are super enthusiastic and supportive of all of the kids, and they create a terrific environment for their students.— Parent
- 6th Grade Swings: Audition for either the Mythology Ensemble or the Thespian Ensemble
Please do not be discouraged if you are placed in a different ensemble than your preference. It is likely because we think you will receive a better challenge or more leadership opportunities in the other ensemble.