Are you searching for the perfect summer camp in San Diego that combines creativity, performance, and fun for your child? Look no further! San Diego boasts a variety of theater, drama and dance summer camps tailored for all kids. These programs are designed to ignite your child's passion for the performing arts, enhance their confidence and provide an unforgettable summer experience. From acting workshops to dance intensives, discover the best performing arts camps in San Diego below.

Theatre School at North Coast Rep
Solana Beach - 858-481-1055
www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org
Ages 4-19; June 17-August 2
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep offers exciting performance camps that will create theatrical fun with new friends. Choose silly ensemble camps for ages 4-8, fun production camps for ages 8-12, and teen performance camps for ages 12-19. To register, call 858-481-1055, visit: www.NorthCoastRepTheatreSchool.org, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with questions.

San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
Balboa Park - 619-233-3060
www.sdcyb.org  
Ages 4-10; June 27-August 9
Camps begin with a daily ballet class where students are introduced to ballet technique, as well as music and performance. Activities include arts and crafts, jazz classes and performance rehearsals. Each week of camp ends with an in-studio performance for family and friends to see what they've learned and celebrate their accomplishments.

 

San Diego Junior Theatre Summer Camps      SN
Balboa Park - 619-239-1311
www.juniortheatre.com
PreK-Grade 12; June 3-August 9
Come play with us in Balboa Park this summer! San Diego Junior Theatre offers weekly camps throughout the summer months that involve acting, singing and dancing as well as intensives and conservatory camps. There is something for children of all ages and levels of experience.

Scripps Performing Arts Academy
Scripps Ranch - 858-586-7834
Carmel Valley - 858-509-2624
www.scrippsballet.com/academy/summer-camps
Ages 4-17; June-August  
Join us for a new summer season with weekly dance and musical theater themes. Campers ages 4-17 learn choreography while creating a performance utilizing original scripts inspired by a variety of popular childhood themes, including "Swiftie and Friends," "Trolls," "Encanto" "Willy Wonka" and more. Campers may also choose from a Summer Dance Program. Each week culminates with a live presentation, creating summer memories to last a lifetime. Use the ad on page 19 in San Diego Family Magazine's March issue to receive a registration discount. Offer expires March 31.  

Trinity Theatre - Summer Camps & Productions
Mission Valley and Carmel Valley - 619-500-9176
www.trinityttc.org 
Ages 6-18; June 10-August 5
Productions include: Matilda Jr, Finding Nemo Kids, Legally Blonde Jr, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and more! Register today at TrinityTTC.org. 

T3 Triple Threat Theatre Camp
North Park - 619-892-6748
www.t3triplethreat.com 
Ages 7-17; July 1-August 23
Summers are just better in theatre camp, and to prove it we’re offering an opportunity for young talents ages 7-17 to win an 8-week scholarship for our camp and production of MTI’s Broadway Junior Revue, "Pure Imagination!” A good attitude and willingness to learn are just as good as experience. So, whether your child is bursting with creativity, passion, and a hunger for the spotlight, or rather shy, and just looking for a safe place to explore their pizazz, T3’s Summer Theatre Camp will light that spark. Scholarship auditions are just around the corner. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity for your child to explore and define their creative potential, both on the stage and in real life. Jazz hands forever! 

 


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