2024 Summer Camps
Open to ages 14-18; One week intensive camp
Meets Friday, July 5 from 9AM-4PM as well as Monday through Friday July 8-12 from 9AM-4PM daily
Performances Friday, July 12 at 7PM; Saturday, July 13 at 2PM; Saturday, July 13 at 7PM; and Sunday, July 14 at 2PM
Camp rehearses at the OFC Creations Theatre Center, performances will be held as an immersive experience at The Old Farm Café
Auditions in advance of camp on Sunday, June 23, 2024 from 6PM-9PM. If you are unable to make auditions you may still participate by sending in an audition video.
Director & Vocal Director: Hunter Ekberg
Choreographer: Caeli Carroll
Tuition: $365 (Early bird discounts: $325 by December 31, 2023; $345 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: The enchanting, Tony Award-winning musical based on Frances Hodgson Burnett’s 1911 novel is a compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his disabled son Colin. The estate’s many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the “Dreamers,” spirits from Mary’s past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden’s compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal.
About the program: OFC’s teen intensive program (or Pre-Professional Program) is geared towards students considering a future career in the performing arts. This camp is an “intensive” where the show is auditioned, rehearsed, and performed in a short time period. These are full Broadway or off-Broadway length shows with difficult material, and oftentimes are shows with smaller casts with a limited or no ensemble. Those auditioning and registering for Pre-Professional Teen programs should be prepared to commit themselves to a rigorous rehearsal process with the expectation of work being done at home and outside of the rehearsal room. Directors of the Pre-Professional Teen programs assume those participating want to be performing professionally after high school and will be pushed accordingly, to their fullest potential. Directors hope to bring a glimpse into the professional rehearsal process to prepare students for college, community, and NYC/LA mirrored opportunities. Rehearsals are adjusted based on the needs of the show. By dress rehearsals, costumes, set pieces, and props will be added to enhance the production which will be open and advertised to the public. It is encouraged that all participants not only have previous theatre experience but are also striving towards performing professionally as a career. Before and after care are not available for this program.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 8-20, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, July 19 at 7PM; Saturday, July 20 at 12PM; Saturday, July 20 at 3PM; and Saturday, July 20 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director: Orlando Boxx
Choreographer: Michael King
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films! Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 8-20, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, July 19 at 7PM; Saturday, July 20 at 12PM; Saturday, July 20 at 3PM; and Saturday, July 20 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Eric Schutt
Vocal Director: Jody DeBell
Choreographer: Laura-Jean Diekmann
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Annie JR. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
July 8-13, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, July 13 at 11AM
Camp and performance at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Ella Barnard
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: Leap onto stage instead of turning into a frog! The Frog and The Princess Pint Sized is perfect for your first theatre experience! Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 13-18; Two week camp
July 15-27, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, July 26 at 7PM; Saturday, July 27 at 2PM; Saturday, July 27 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director & Choreographer: Courtney Larkin
Vocal Director: Tripp Hanson
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world. Heir to the Frankish throne, the young prince Pippin is in search of the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. He seeks it in the glories of the battlefield, the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power (after disposing of his father, King Charlemagne the Great). In the end, though, Pippin finds that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavors, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen every day. This show contains PG-13 material.
About the program: OFC’s teen camps feature a range of students who are bound for Broadway, enjoy performing for fun, and are first timers. OFC welcomes all teens to continue or begin their theatre journey in our teen program. Typically, the teen productions tackle a full Broadway or off-Broadway-length show, not a reduced version, with a script and score designed for adults and professionals. Auditions will be held on the first day, but all registered teens for the program will receive a part (or parts) in the show with our “no cut” policy (unless otherwise noted). While no previous experience is required, many students have been performing since they were in diapers. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. The experience should be fun and enjoyable for all participants, with a focus on putting on the best show possible.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
SESSION 1 @ OFCTC
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 15-27, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, July 26 at 7PM; Saturday, July 27 at 12PM; Saturday, July 27 at 3PM; Saturday, July 27 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Hunter Ekberg
Vocal Director: Hadley Strelau
Choreographer: Caeli Carroll
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Disney’s Newsies JR. based on the Broadway musical and 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 22-August 3, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 2 at 7PM; Saturday, August 3 at 12PM; Saturday, August 3 at 3PM; Saturday, August 3 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director: Orlando Boxx
Choreographer: Michael King
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza! Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 22-August 3, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 2 at 7PM; Saturday, August 3 at 12PM; Saturday, August 3 at 3PM; Saturday, August 3 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Eric Schutt
Choreographer: Marissa DelVecchio
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: This classic tale, in which a Kansas farm girl travels over the rainbow to discover the magical power of home, has been entertaining audiences for generations. Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion and Toto as they follow the yellow brick road in meeting the Wizard of Oz! Featuring songs like “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”, “If I Only Had A Brain” and more. Perfect for new, returning, and well-rounded theatre performers.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
July 15-20, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, July 20 at 10AM
Camp and performance at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Ella Barnard
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: Stay on the right path that guides you to the stage (or grandmother’s house)! Little Red Riding Hood Pint Sized is perfect for your first theatre experience! Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 13-18; Two week camp
July 29-August 10, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 9 at 7PM; Saturday, August 10 at 2PM; Saturday, August 10 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director & Choreographer: Courtney Larkin
Vocal Director: Tripp Hanson
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room.
It’s 1985, and rock star wannabe, Robbie Hart, is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own. Enter Julia, a winsome waitress who wins his affection. As luck would have it, Julia is about to be married to a Wall Street shark, and, unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. This show contains PG-13 material.
About the program: OFC’s teen camps feature a range of students who are bound for Broadway, enjoy performing for fun, and are first timers. OFC welcomes all teens to continue or begin their theatre journey in our teen program. Typically, the teen productions tackle a full Broadway or off-Broadway-length show, not a reduced version, with a script and score designed for adults and professionals. Auditions will be held on the first day, but all registered teens for the program will receive a part (or parts) in the show with our “no cut” policy (unless otherwise noted). While no previous experience is required, many students have been performing since they were in diapers. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. The experience should be fun and enjoyable for all participants, with a focus on putting on the best show possible.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
July 29-August 10, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 9 at 7PM; Saturday, August 10 at 12PM; Saturday, August 10 at 3PM; Saturday, August 10 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Hunter Ekberg
Vocal Director: Hadley Strelau
Choreographer: Caeli Carroll
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
July 29-Aug 3, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, August 3 at 10AM
Camp and performance at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Ella Barnard
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: One fish, two fish, pint fish, Seuss fish! Oh, all the places you’ll go with Silly & Seuss Pint Sized camp. Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
August 5-10, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, August 10 at 10AM
Camp and performance at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Ella Barnard
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It’s super pints! Super Heroes to the Rescue Pint Sized is perfect for your first theatre experience! Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 13-18; Two week camp
August 5-17, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 16 at 7PM; Saturday, August 17 at 2PM; Saturday, August 17 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Co-Director & Vocal Director: Eric Schutt
Co-Director & Choreographer: Laura-Jean Diekmann
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
About the program: OFC’s teen camps feature a range of students who are bound for Broadway, enjoy performing for fun, and are first timers. OFC welcomes all teens to continue or begin their theatre journey in our teen program. Typically, the teen productions tackle a full Broadway or off-Broadway-length show, not a reduced version, with a script and score designed for adults and professionals. Auditions will be held on the first day, but all registered teens for the program will receive a part (or parts) in the show with our “no cut” policy (unless otherwise noted). While no previous experience is required, many students have been performing since they were in diapers. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. The experience should be fun and enjoyable for all participants, with a focus on putting on the best show possible.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
August 5-17, 2024, Monday-Friday from 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 16 at 7PM; Saturday, August 17 at 12PM; Saturday, August 17 at 3PM; Saturday, August 17 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director: Orlando Boxx
Choreographer: Michael King
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she’ll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she’s the girl whose enchanting voice he’s been seeking.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
August 12-17, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, August 17 at 11AM
Camp and performance at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Ella Barnard
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: Run, run as fast you can – you can catch a great performance of The Gingerbread Man! This camp is perfect for your first theatre experience! Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 13-18; Two week camp
August 12-24, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 23 at 7PM; Saturday, August 24 at 2PM; Saturday, August 24 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director & Choreographer: Courtney Larkin
Vocal Director: Tripp Hanson
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers. But before she can get comfortable atop the high school food chain, Veronica falls in love with the dangerously handsome new kid J.D. When Heather Chandler, the Almighty, kicks her out of the group, Veronica decides to bite the bullet and kiss Heather’s aerobicized butt… but J.D. has another plan for that bullet. This show contains PG-13 material.
About the program: OFC’s teen camps feature a range of students who are bound for Broadway, enjoy performing for fun, and are first timers. OFC welcomes all teens to continue or begin their theatre journey in our teen program. Typically, the teen productions tackle a full Broadway or off-Broadway-length show, not a reduced version, with a script and score designed for adults and professionals. Auditions will be held on the first day, but all registered teens for the program will receive a part (or parts) in the show with our “no cut” policy (unless otherwise noted). While no previous experience is required, many students have been performing since they were in diapers. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. The experience should be fun and enjoyable for all participants, with a focus on putting on the best show possible.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
August 12-24, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 23 at 7PM; Saturday, August 24 at 12PM; Saturday, August 24 at 3PM; Saturday, August 24 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Hunter Ekberg
Vocal Director: Hadley Strelau
Choreographer: Caeli Carroll
Assistant Choreographer: Liv Reina
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: This “fetch” musical from book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 13-18; Two week camp
August 19-31, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 30 at 7:30PM; Saturday, August 31 at 2PM; Saturday, August 31 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director & Vocal Director: Orlando Boxx
Choreographer: Caeli Carroll
Assistant Choreographer: Liv Reina
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls was nominated for a staggering 12 Tony Awards.
About the program: OFC’s teen camps feature a range of students who are bound for Broadway, enjoy performing for fun, and are first timers. OFC welcomes all teens to continue or begin their theatre journey in our teen program. Typically, the teen productions tackle a full Broadway or off-Broadway-length show, not a reduced version, with a script and score designed for adults and professionals. Auditions will be held on the first day, but all registered teens for the program will receive a part (or parts) in the show with our “no cut” policy (unless otherwise noted). While no previous experience is required, many students have been performing since they were in diapers. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. The experience should be fun and enjoyable for all participants, with a focus on putting on the best show possible.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 4-7; One week camp
August 19-24, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-1PM
Showcase Performance Saturday, August 24 at 11AM
Camp and performance at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Instructor: Lizzi Lou
Assistant Instructor: Eric Schutt
Tuition: $320 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the program: Journey down the rabbit hole and be transported to a world of theatre! Alice in Wonderland is perfect for your first theatre experience! Focusing on skills in acting, singing, and dance — instructors will lead campers in learning a short 12–15-minute full stage production. Campers will be introduced to costumes, sets, props, and more all while having fun onstage! Each camper is guaranteed a role in the show. Perfect for kids coming out of their shell or for those ready to take center stage and hit their spotlight! Camp is centered around public speaking, confidence building, and having fun. Oftentimes, the students will assist the instructor with writing the script for their short show – focusing on the beginning, middle, and end of the story, as well as which characters will have each line. Each student is guaranteed a role in the show with our “no cut” policy, and auditions are worked into their class material, rather than official auditions that could make little ones nervous.
OFC’s before-care program is available for this camp.
SESSION 2 @ KODAK
Open to ages 7-12; Two week camp
August 19-31, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 30 at 7PM; Saturday, August 31 at 12PM; Saturday, August 31 at 3PM; Saturday, August 31 at 7PM
Camp and performances at the Kodak Center Studio Theatre
Director: Mandi Lynn Griffith
Vocal Director: Hadley Strelau
Choreographer: Michael King
Tuition: $375 (Early bird discounts: $335 by December 31, 2023; $355 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Disney’s Newsies JR. based on the Broadway musical and 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast musical numbers as well as opportunities to feature soloists, specialty dancers, and supporting characters. Oftentimes these are Junior (Jr.) productions which are a 60-minute version of a full Broadway show, the Jr. versions reduce verses in long songs, cut subplots or unneeded musical numbers, and make the scripts easy to read and memorize for student performers. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances (meaning each camper will perform in two of the four performances).
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.
Open to ages 7-12; One week camp
August 26-31, 2024, Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM
Performances Friday, August 30 at 5PM; Saturday, August 31 at 11AM
Camp and performances at the OFC Creations Theatre Center
Director: Lizzi Lou
Director: Liv Reina
Tuition: $315 (Early bird discounts: $290 by December 31, 2023; $305 by March 15, 2024)
About the show: Charlotte’s Web opens the door to a magical barn-yard world, where a young girl named Fern spends her free time with Wilbur the pig. Charlotte, the large grey spider, befriends Wilbur and helps him deal with the shocking news that his life will soon end as bacon on someone’s plate! Charlotte goes as far as coming up with an interesting plan that this spider could only carry out with the help of the other barn yard animals to help Wilbur escape death. This is a one-hour straight play, not a musical.
About the program: OFC’s kid camp shows are typically 60-minutes in length and include full cast opportunities and areas to feature lead and supporting characters. Compared to school year OFC programs, these will be a bit larger scale than our Elementary School shows, but a bit more time efficient than our Middle School shows – to ensure all students have a fantastic experience. Auditions are held on the first day, with materials taught by the instructors; all students who register will be in the show with our “no cut” policy. Directors are ready to meet all students at their respective experience level and feature their skill sets appropriately, no matter how long they have been performing. Please note: There will be two casts for this camp that will rehearse at the same time, in the same location but will have separate performances.
OFC’s before-care and after-care program is available for this camp.