Registration for 2025 Summer Camps is now OPEN!
SUMMER 2025 – YOUR TIME TO SHINE!
Rooted in bravery and belonging, the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy offers a profoundly positive approach to arts education that’s dedicated to cultivating talent, confidence, and creativity in every student.
Our EPIC Summer Camps give like-minded youth a chance to have fun, make lasting friendships, and build life-skills while learning about the exciting world of live theatre in a fun, safe and welcoming environment. Our experienced faculty is comprised of passionate Canadian industry professionals who are also accomplished educators dedicated to providing relevant knowledge and personalized guidance to help students take risks to reach their full potential.
Musical Theatre Summer Camps
By studying material from age-appropriate musicals, performing arts participants gain fundamental training in singing, movement, improv, and scene work. They’ll become familiar with reading sheet music, creating character and learn how to enhance their sense of focus and stage presence. Participants will attend specialty workshops such as on-camera acting technique, stage combat, puppetry, and audition skills plus virtual mentor Q&A’s.
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Join the ultimate showdown on stage. Step into a world of epic adventures and unforgettable characters with this thrilling week inspired by legendary heroes and infamous villains. Participants will explore stories of courage, conflict, and redemption through music and theatre. Bring bold characters to life with material from Annie, Beauty and the Beast, Wicked, and Beetlejuice. Get ready for a week of powerful performances and epic storytelling where heroes rise and villains steal the spotlight!
Dates: Monday, August 18 to Friday, August 22
Ages: 8 – 16
Location: Penetanguishene Memorial Community Centre (61 Maria St, Penetanguishene)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $395 plus tax
A typical day:
9:00am-10:15am First Class
10:15am-10:30am Break
10:30am-12:00pm Second Class
12:00pm-12:45pm Lunch
12:45pm-2:15pm Third Class
2:15pm-2:30pm Break
2:30pm-4:00pm Fourth Class
Summer Camps are $395 + HST.
Family Discount: 10% discount for each additional member of the immediate family from the same household.
Multi Class Discount: 10% discount for each additional summer camp attended by the youth/teen.
Indigenous youth under 18 will receive free tuition for Youth Academy training programs. Read More
We strive to ensure that all young people, regardless of financial circumstances, are able to participate. Inquire about our flexible payment plans and financial assistance programs.
Supervised drop off available at 8:30 a.m. and pick-up until 4:30 p.m.
Please plan to bring water and a packed lunch.