A Typical Day
A Typical Day at Sleepaway Camp
Our summer programs provide intensive, classical theatre training to small troupes of actors and theatre technicians who are carefully guided by professional theatre artists to perform in outdoor amphitheaters.
Every young performer has plenty of opportunities to delve into acting technique, explore their creativity, build lasting friendships with peers, and enjoy a range of joyful extracurricular activities. For more details on our summer theater program schedule, continue reading below.
A Day in the Life of a Traveling Player
8:00 am | Wake Up
Wake up and get ready for the day in your dorm room.
8:30 am | Breakfast
Fuel up for a busy day of theatre and adventure!
Sample Menus: Bacon, Sausages (Meat or Veggie), Scrambled Eggs & Toast
9:45 am | Morning Rehearsal
Jump into the rehearsal day with your trio of directors – don’t forget your script!
12:00 pm | Lunch
Take a break from rehearsal, catch up with friends from other ensembles, and refuel.
Sample Menus: Make-Your-Own Sandwich, Salad, & Granola Bars
1:00 pm | Class
Your training expands beyond your play with daily classes. Classes dive deeper into one specific skill that will make you a stronger performer and artist.
Example Class Rotations
- Improv: One of the most important tools in your actor’s toolbox – and the best part is you’re only doing it right if you’re having fun!
- Stage Combat: Learn how to take down your foes on stage! Students receive training in armed and/or unarmed combat, with an emphasis on safety & trust.
- Shakespeare Troupe: Fight Choreography by Casey Kaleba, MA, PhD, SAFD Certified
2:00 pm | Afternoon Rehearsal
Jump back into rehearsal, you only have a few short weeks to perfect your final performance!
4:00 pm | Free Period
Go for a swim, play games, make arts & crafts, relax by the river, or memorize your lines!
6:00 pm | Dinner
Have a delicious meal with friends! On Friday nights, we’ll do a campfire meal – complete with the camp dessert staple, s’mores!
Weekly Campouts
Theatre began around a campfire – where people told stories in the dark. Their stories chronicled their identity – origin myths, histories, trials and triumphs. We continue that trend at Traveling Players, keeping theatre wild, singing around a campfire, telling our own stories and connecting with nature. Time spent out of rehearsal allows campers to bond, forming friendships that last a lifetime. The trust that is built during campouts translates to the stage with compelling performances.
7:30 pm | Evening Activity
After chores, enjoy either nighttime rehearsal or a camp-wide activity! Activities include: Skits, Open-Mic Nights, Scavenger Hunts, Capture the Flag, Movies Under the Stars, & more!
Appropriate Challenges
At Traveling Players, we craft age-appropriate programs designed to incrementally challenge our students. From creating characters to pitching tents to setting up the sound system, our students know that the successes they have off stage allow them greater successes on stage. The result: pride in their accomplishments, trust in their abilities, and confidence to tackle more in the future.
9:30 pm | Evening Down Time
Hang out with friends and unwind from the day while getting ready for bed.
Unplugged, yet Deeply Connected
- With no cell phones or social media around, students get the chance to unplug and meaningfully connect with peers.
- But don’t worry, they can still reach home through our camp mail & email system which is delivered daily!
10:30 pm | Bedtime
Snuggle into your bed and get lots of sleep for tomorrow’s theatrical adventures!
Saturdays & Sundays
Weekends at camp are little bit different than a typical day. They are more relaxed with more time for hanging out with friends!
- Sleep-in til 11 am!
Early riser? Staff will be up with you so you can start your day.
- Field Trips! Boating, Hikes & more!
- Camp-wide activities such as Camp Prom, D&D Campaigns, & Color Wars.