Summer Camp Information & Policies
We want every camper to have a fun, welcoming, and rewarding experience at The Griffin Theatre. Please review the information below before registering.
Camp Basics
- Our two-week summer camps are for ages 7–14 and run Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM.
- Each camp is limited to 30 campers.
- Location: The Griffin Theatre, 701 Carson Drive, Bear, DE 19701.
- Tuition: $650 per camper, including a camp T-shirt, script, production costumes, sets, and crafts. Families may be asked to provide basic clothing or footwear for their camper’s costume.
- Lunch, snacks, and audience tickets are not included. Please register one child at a time.
- View Camp Dates and Register
Drop-Off & Pickup
- Drop-off begins at 8:45 AM. Doors will not open earlier because staff are preparing for the day.
- Camp begins promptly at 9:00 AM and ends at 3:00 PM. Please pick up your camper by 3:15 PM.
- We do not offer before-care or after-care. If you are delayed, contact camp staff immediately. A staff member will remain with your child until pickup, and the late-pickup fee will apply after 3:15 PM.
Sign-In & Sign-Out
- Parents or guardians must sign campers in and out each day.
- Any arrangement allowing a camper to walk home or sign themselves in or out requires advance written permission from a parent or guardian.
What to Wear
- Campers should wear comfortable clothing that allows them to move, dance, and participate in theatre activities.
- Sneakers are required. Please do not wear flip-flops or open-toed shoes.
- Please avoid skirts, dresses, midriff tops, or clothing with offensive language or graphics.
What to Bring
Please send your camper with:
- Lunch and snacks each day
- A refillable water bottle
- Labeled, spill-proof food and drink containers
- Lunch and snacks are not provided.
- Campers will receive a name tag on their first day and turn it in at the end of each camp day.
Auditions & Casting
- Auditions take place by submitting a video. Callbacks will also be done by video.
- The process is current, relaxed and supportive, helping campers feel comfortable performing and trying something new.
Late-Pickup Fees
- Pickup after 3:15 PM incurs a fee of $5 per child per 15 minutes.
- Payment goes directly to the staff member staying late. Final camp materials, including T-shirts, will be held until outstanding balances are paid.
Costumes
- Production costumes are included in tuition. Families may be asked to provide basic items such as black pants, appropriate footwear, tights, or wig caps.
- Specific requirements will be shared by email and in a take-home notice. If providing an item presents a concern, please contact us so we can work with you.
Attendance & Performances
- Each camp concludes with three performances
- Friday at 7:30 PM
- Saturday at 11:00 AM
- Saturday at 3:00 PM
- Campers must attend all three performances. Please check your family’s availability before registering.
- Campers must arrive 1–1½ hours before showtime. Specific arrival times and instructions will be shared during the final week of camp.
- Audience tickets are sold separately through Ludus for $15 per ticket.
- Please notify camp staff promptly about any absence or delay.
Parent Participation
- Parents and guardians will be invited to help with concessions, ticketing, raffles, and other performance needs.
- A volunteer sign-up will be shared closer to the performances. Donations for raffle baskets and show support are also appreciated.
Contact Us
For questions about registration or summer camps:
- Email: info@griffintheatre.org
To reach camp staff during camp hours or report an absence or pickup delay:
- Call or text: 302-540-8561
- For an immediate emergency, call 911
Refund Policy
- All summer camp registrations are non-refundable.
- Please review camp dates, performance commitments, and these policies before registering. For questions, contact info@griffintheatre.org.