Summer Theatre Making

Activity Description

Who’s it for?
Summer Theatre Making Camp invites budding performers aged 5—16 for a unique five-day theatre adventure! The young performers will get to unleash their creativity and imagination by devising and performing their very own play under the theme of “Under One Sky“.

ⓘ There are four differentiated age groups within Summer Theatre Camp.

Ages 5—10 camps are Mon 27 July – Fri 31 July 2026

Ages 11-16 camps are Mon 3 Aug – Fri 7 Aug 2026.

Each day runs 10:00 to 15:00 at Downside Road, Bristol.

Children from Youth Theatre Workshop
Daily adventures Day 1: Shared Stories, Shared Skies
Introduction to devising: exploring connection through place, memory, and imagination.

Day 2: Movement & Storytelling
Using ensemble movement and sound to express big ideas without words.

Day 3: Character Journeys
Creating characters whose paths cross under one sky, chance meetings, separations, reunions.

Day 4: Building the World
The group will hone their acting skills and perfect scenes as students engage in rehearsals incorporating design and soundscapes under the watchful eye of our group leaders.

Day 5:Performance Day
Witness the magic as our young thespians share their devised play, a testament to their creativity, teamwork, and newfound skills to friends and family.

Children from Youth Theatre Workshop
Why BOVTS Why choose BOVTS Summer Theatre Making Camp?
Our camp is led by experienced professionals with a passion for theatre. Current BOVTS degree students will assist in classes, creating an inspiring environment in which your child can excel.

5 days, 1 unforgettable play
Witness the magic of theatre unfold as students collaborate to devise and perform a play in just five days. Experience the excitement of live performance at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Skills That Last A Lifetime
Our camp focuses on building essential life skills. From teamwork and communication, to problem-solving and self-expression, your child will leave with more than just memories of an incredible performance.

Bursaries
A limited number of bursary places are available for this course.

Applications for bursary places will be open from Monday 10 March until Friday 2 May 2026.