Camp Bill
Spend your summer with Shakespeare!
Seattle Shakespeare offers a varying selection camp programs each summer. Get an introduction to Shakespeare’s works and basic acting concepts in one of our one-week acting camps. Our “Production Intensive” camp is ideal for middle and high school students who want to create their own full productions. These three-week camp experiences led by teaching artists are where students not only in rehearse and performance, but also design and build the set and costumes for their production! There’s something for almost every age and level.
- The Tempest: A “Bottled Bard” Performance Camp | For students entering grades 6-12 | July 10-14, 2023
- Fantasy & Fae | For students entering grades 3-6 | July 17-22, 2023 | AFTERCARE AVAILABLE
- Battles & Brawls | For students entering grades 6-12 | July 24-28, 2023
- Camp Bill Production: Much Ado About Nothing | For students entering grades 6-12 | July 31-August 18, 2023
“A lot of English classes teach Shakespeare like it’s just a book that you read from. Experiencing it and watching it play out on stage is so different – that’s how it was meant to be shown. Camp Bill gives kids that experience of really living Shakespeare.”
– Camp Bill Graduate
The Tempest: A "Bottled Bard" Performance Camp
Exiled to a fantastical island, Prospero unleashes a churning storm to shipwreck the traitor who stole his throne and settle the score once and for all. But bitter revenge is upended by newfound love. Filled with comedy and fantasy, join us in the magic of outdoor theatre in this enthralling “Bottled Bard” production – a full 30-minute play in just one week! Sharing will take place on the final day of camp at 2:00pm.
- For students entering grades 6-12
- July 10-14, 2023
- 9:00am – 3:00pm
- Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island
- Sliding scale enrollment fee: $315-500
Please note: In the comments section during checkout, please include your student’s name and date of birth.
Fantasy & Fae
Join Seattle Shakespeare Company for a week of Woodland Park whimsy as we explore the fantastical creatures made famous by Shakespeare’s plays. Embody the magic and mischief of midsummer sprites, wizen witches, and musing monsters. Through theatrical storytelling and craft we will examine the fantastical folklore and bring enchanting creatures to life.
- For students entering grades 3-6
- July 17-21, 2023
- 9:00am-3:00pm
- Woodland Park in Seattle
- Sliding scale enrollment fee: $315-500
- Aftercare available (see below)
Please note: In the comments section during checkout, please include your student’s name and date of birth.
If you’re enrolled in the Fantasy & Fae camp, aftercare is available for an additional fee.
Battles & Brawls
- For students entering grades 6-12
- July 24-28, 2023
- 9:00am – 3:00pm
- Rainier Arts Center in Columbia City
- Sliding scale enrollment fee: $315-500
Please note: In the comments section during checkout, please include your student’s name and date of birth.
Camp Bill Production: Much Ado About Nothing
Students will be cast in an original production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing and spend three weeks rehearsing, playing games, working on text, and helping to design the world of the production. Join us for a festive 1950s beach-themed romp through Messina, led by director Samara Lerman. This all-inclusive production intensive culminates in two performances at the Luther Burbank Amphitheater over the weekend after camp wraps up.
- For students entering grades 6-12
- July 31 – August 18, 2023
- 10:00am – 4:00pm
- Performances August 19 & 20 at 2:00pm
- Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island
- Sliding scale enrollment fee: $850-1200
Please note: In the comments section during checkout, please include your student’s name and date of birth.
Please note:
In the event of heavy rain or unhealthy smoke, we may shift camp to being indoors or online-only for the day. For intermittent light rain, we will provide pop-up canopies for rain shelter and ask students to dress appropriately for the weather.
We’ll be adhering to the CDC and Governor’s guidance at the time of camp regarding mask-wearing, physical distancing, and other safety procedures.