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Elementary Program Overview

This summer, let A Noise Within Theatre spark your child’s love for the performing arts! At Summer With Shakespeare, your camper will not only discover the magic of theatre; they will build confidence, develop public-speaking skills, and join a loving and enriching community of friends! Our Weekly program for Ages 6-9 features an immersive and fun curriculum that includes Acting, Singing, Swords, Clowning, Drums, Improv Comedy, and more! For the Summer of 2025, campers will focus on the characters and story from Shakespeare’s love-struck comedy Love’s Labour’s Lost.

Week 1 – June 16 – 20 (no classes June 19th)

Week 2 – June 23 – June 27

Week 3 – June 30 – July 3 (no classes July 4th)

Week 4 & 5 – July 7 – 18

Final Performance
Selections from Love’s Labour’s Lost
Friday, July 18
2:30 pm
(*Offered as Two-Week Intensive with Final Performance on July 18)

 

Tuition

Please see the following tuition breakdown for our Weekly Programs. All campers must complete a required $25 Materials Fee. Summer With Shakespeare t-shirts may be purchased for $22, and tickets to the final performance on July 18 may be purchased for $10. Returning campers will receive $25 off Weekly Programs.

1 Week: $460

2 Weeks: $900

3 Weeks: $1350

5 Weeks: $1825

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A 20% non-refundable deposit is required within 72 hours of registration.

 


FAQ

What is the class schedule?

Doors open at 9:30 am. Classes run from 10:00 am-4:00 pm from Monday to Friday for the five weeks of the program. There are no classes on June 19 (Juneteenth) and on July 4. Participants are expected to attend all classes and rehearsals.

Do you offer pre-care or post-care?

Yes! We provide free pre-care from 9:30 am-10:00 am. We offer post-care for a small fee from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

 

Will my child actually learn Shakespeare?

Yes! We have crafted a curriculum with appropriately scaffolded content that allows your child aged 6-9 to engage with Shakespeare on a level that is appropriate for them. At the Two-Week Intensive Final Performance, your camper will perform manageable selections of Love’s Labour’s Lost in the original blank verse!

Are tuition scholarships available?

A limited number of scholarships are available for Summer 2025; interested participants should complete this form in order to be considered. The deadline to apply for a scholarship for Summer 2025 is April 30.

Where is Summer With Shakespeare?

Our theatre camp is located at A Noise Within in sunny Pasadena, California – at 3352 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107. Classes occur throughout the theatre, including on stage, in our rehearsal spaces, and in our backstage areas.

 

Who do I contact with additional questions?

We are happy to help! Please contact Director of Education Lea Madda at education@anoisewithin.org or 626-356-3104.

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