VACT Youth Summer Classes
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Class Registration Policies
Students should sign up for the class that corresponds with the grade they will COMPLETE in the 2024-2025 school year.
Participants must register for the class that aligns with the grade they WILL COMPLETE in the 2024-25 school year, regardless of the their experience, interest, age, or scheduling considerations. VACT will not allow participants to attend class for a grade higher than the grade they will complete in the 2024-25 school year. Please contact the VACT Education Department at education@vact.org if a participant wishes to attend a class for a grade lower than the grade they will complete this school year, but there are no exceptions for attending a class for a higher grade.
Additional camp/class policies can be found on the Camp and Class Policies Page (CLICK HERE)
General questions about summer classes should be directed to the VACT Education Department at education@vact.org
Grades K-2
Drama - Imagination Station
Mon. June 23-Thurs. June 26
3:45-4:30pm
Tuition: $50.00
For students in grades K-2, Imagination Station is a playful drama adventure that invites students to step into a world of creativity and fun! Through games, movement, and storytelling, students will explore the basics of acting while using their imagination to create characters and scenes. This class encourages self-expression, teamwork, and confidence, all while having a blast in a safe and supportive environment. Perfect for those who are ready to play, pretend, and discover the magic of the stage!
Drama - Fairytale Fun: Storytellers in Action
Mon. July 28 - Thurs. July 31
3:30-4:15pm
Tuition: $50.00
For students in grades K-2, Fairytale Fun: Storytellers in Action is a magical drama class where students bring their favorite fairy tales to life! Through imaginative play, movement, and creative storytelling, students will step into beloved characters, act out exciting adventures, and learn the basics of acting. This class encourages teamwork, creativity, and self-expression, all while having fun with classic stories. Perfect for little performers who love to play, pretend, and explore the world of make-believe!
Students should register for the class or workshop that corresponds with the grade they just COMPLETED in the 2024-25 school year.
Grades 6-8
Musical Theater: Cabaret Series - Heroes & Villains
Mon. July 14-Friday, July 18
4:00-5:30pm
Tuition: $90.00
For students currently in grades 6-8, take center stage this summer in a high-energy cabaret class inspired by musical theater’s most unforgettable heroes and villains! In this 5-day experience, young performers will sharpen their singing, acting, and character development skills while building confidence and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Each student will arrive with a pre-selected song, ready to dive into rehearsals from day one. The week wraps up with a lively showcase performance for family and friends—celebrating each student's growth and creativity!
Musical Theater: Cabaret Series - Broadway Under the Sea
Mon. August 4-Friday, August 8
4:00-5:30pm
Tuition: $90.00
For students currently in grades 6-8, make a splash this summer in a cabaret class that dives into the magical world of underwater Broadway hits! From mermaids to sea creatures and oceanic adventures, students will explore songs and characters inspired by beloved musicals set beneath the waves. Throughout the week, young performers will build confidence, strengthen their vocal and acting skills, and learn the art of character storytelling—all while working together as a creative ensemble. Students should arrive with a pre-selected song so they can jump right into rehearsals. The week concludes with a special performance for family and friends, bringing the underwater magic to life on stage!!
Students should register for the class or workshop that corresponds with the grade they just COMPLETED in the 2024-25 school year.
Grades 3-5
Drama - Character Creation: Step into the Story
Mon. June 23-Thurs. June 26
4:45-5:30pm
Tuition: $50.00
For students in grades 3-5, Character Creation: Step into the Story is a dynamic drama class where students will dive into the exciting world of character development! Through fun activities, improv games, and guided exercises, students will learn how to create unique, believable characters while exploring emotions, voices, and physicality. This class encourages creativity, teamwork, and confidence as they bring stories to life and discover the power of imagination on stage! Perfect for young actors eager to create and perform!
Musical Theater: Cabaret Series - Heroes & Villains
Mon. July 7-Friday, July 11
4:00-5:30pm
Tuition: $90.00
For students currently in grades 3-5, take center stage this summer in a high-energy cabaret class inspired by musical theater’s most unforgettable heroes and villains! In this 5-day experience, young performers will sharpen their singing, acting, and character development skills while building confidence and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Each student will arrive with a pre-selected song, ready to dive into rehearsals from day one. The week wraps up with a lively showcase performance for family and friends—celebrating each student's growth and creativity!
Musical Theater: Cabaret Series - Broadway Under the Sea
Mon. July 28-Friday, August 1
4:00-5:30pm
Tuition: $90.00
For students currently in grades 3-5, make a splash this summer in a cabaret class that dives into the magical world of underwater Broadway hits! From mermaids to sea creatures and oceanic adventures, students will explore songs and characters inspired by beloved musicals set beneath the waves. Throughout the week, young performers will build confidence, strengthen their vocal and acting skills, and learn the art of character storytelling—all while working together as a creative ensemble. Students should arrive with a pre-selected song so they can jump right into rehearsals. The week concludes with a special performance for family and friends, bringing the underwater magic to life on stage!!
From Page to Stage: Writers and Performers Workshop
Mon. July 28 - Thurs. July 31
4:30-5:15pm
Tuition: $50.00
For students in grades 3-5, From Page to Stage: Writers and Performers Workshop is an exciting class for students who want to combine writing and acting! In this workshop, students will create their own short scenes or stories, then bring them to life through performance. They’ll explore character development, dialogue, and stage presence while learning how to transform their words into a dynamic performance. Perfect for young writers and actors ready to unleash their creativity both on the page and on the stage!
Students should register for the class or workshop that corresponds with the grade they just COMPLETED in the 2024-25 school year.
Meet Our Summer Class Staff!
Peyton Morgan
Peyton is thrilled to be teaching this summer at VACT! She has been doing shows with VACT since 2019 and has fallen in love with the incredible theater community here. Outside of performing, Peyton is teaching at Belleville Elementary school and recently just became the new theater director at Belleville High School. Peyton can’t wait to get started this summer and create some theater magic together!
Denali Kraemer
Denali has been involved in VACT longer than she can remember. From being in shows, to doing lighting, to choreographing, to directing, Denali is head deep in VACT’s productions. Denali loves being in shows but if you pull her aside she’ll tell you her true love is working with kids. Whether that means teaching them dances, blocking a show, or just playing duck duck goose, Denali will never be found not smiling when she’s working with VACT’s youth programs.