Dates: September 12, 19, 26 • October 3, 10, 24

Times: 9am-12pm

We don't just read the story, we step inside it.

In Story Stagers, kids explore a beloved piece of children's literature or fairy tale and turn it into a piece of theatre together. Through creative drama games, movement, and storytelling, they bring characters to life while building a play inspired by the story.

Along the way they practice imagination, collaboration, and creative problem-solving as they explore what happens when a book becomes a living world.

Class meets 9am to noon at Jones Paideia Elementary. Every day includes a snack break and time outside on the playground.

Showcase: Saturday, October 24 at 11:30am at Jones Paideia

Camp Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Free Before Care: Available starting at 8:00 AM

Free Aftercare: 3:00–5:00 PM Monday–Thursday

(No aftercare on Friday due to Sharing Day)

What to Bring: Packed lunch, water bottle, a snack, comfortable clothes, and closed-toe shoes.

Experience Needed: None! Beginners and experienced young artists are all welcome.

You can find more FAQS at our website: http://littlebluetheatre.org/education/camps

In Picture Book Playmakers, we don’t just read the story, we step inside it.

Campers explore a beloved piece of children's literature (picture book or fairy tale) and turn it into a piece of theatre together.

Through creative drama games, movement, and storytelling, campers bring characters to life while working together to build a play inspired by the story.

Along the way they practice imagination, collaboration, and creative problem-solving as they explore what happens when a story becomes a living world.

This camp is a joyful introduction to theatre-making for young creators who love stories, play, and big ideas.

At the end of the week, families are invited to see the story come to life during our friday afternoon Story Reveal, a joyful moment when campers bring their week of imagination and collaboration to life.

Dates: October 31 • November 7, 14, 21 • December 5, 12

Times: 9am-12pm

Every song is a story someone is singing.

In Melody Makers, kids learn songs, build choreography, and put together a piece of musical theatre together. Through music games, movement, and a lot of singing, they bring characters to life and figure out how a song moves a story forward.

Along the way they practice listening, performing together, and the kind of confidence that comes from singing in a room full of people who are on your side.

Class meets 9am to noon at Jones Paideia Elementary. Every day includes a snack break and time outside on the playground.

Showcase: Saturday, October 12 at 11:30am at Jones Paideia