Performing Arts Camps for Children Ages 4-12

Summer Registration Now Open

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Playcrafter Kids’ camps are centered around musical theater, designed to cultivate essential life skills including confidence, emotional regulation, self-awareness, teamwork, and collaboration. Each camp offers a unique themed adventure tailored for the itsy-bitsy or young performer. Children will immerse themselves in the creative arts, including drama, music, dance, and crafts, as well as yoga, through guided activities that ignite their imagination, wonder, creativity, and curiosity.

The performing arts are about expressing emotion, tone, and more. When children are involved in drama, dance, music, and art at a young age, they’re more likely to express themselves without judgment from peers. Using ensemble thinking, children work together cooperatively, building social-emotional skills that will continue to serve them for life.

A Typical Day at Theater Camp

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Each camp offers a different theme and experiences with an overall typical daily rhythm.

  • Greetings & outdoor play

  • Circle meeting with skill-building games

  • Snack time with a thematic book

  • Enrichment class rotating with outdoor play, play stations, and/or theater games

  • Circle meeting to check-in, practice, and possibly say farewells

  • Half-day camps get picked up, full-day camps enjoy lunch

  • Rest time for full-day Itsy Bitsies and recharge for full-day Rising Stars

  • Afternoon is full of the same with additional enrichment ACTtivities and opportunities to practice and perform

Summer Camp Registration Now Open

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We take pride in our commitment to creating a truly inclusive environment for children aged 4-12. Our program is designed to celebrate diversity and ensure that every child, regardless of their abilities or background, can thrive and enjoy the magic of the performing arts. Here's how we ensure every child feels welcome:

    Adaptable Instruction: Our skilled instructors tailor their teaching to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring every child can thrive.

    Accessibility Matters: Our facilities prioritize accessibility, and we're ready to make necessary arrangements for children with specific needs.

    Open Communication: Share any special needs or accommodations during registration; we treat this information confidentially and collaborate to ensure your child's comfort.

    Inclusive ACTivities: Our ACTivities are crafted to be inclusive and adaptable, providing a positive experience for all participants.

    Diverse Representation: Our curriculum reflects the diversity of our community, fostering a sense of belonging through varied stories, characters, and themes.

    Supportive Community: Playcrafter Kids is more than a program; it's a supportive community where children can build friendships, learn, and grow together.

    If you have specific concerns or ideas, feel free to reach out. Together, let's create a joyful experience for all!

  • Yes! We have our Annual Summer Camp Kick-Off Party on Saturday, June 1st from 10-11:30 a.m. All families are welcome to come see our spaces, meet the team, and enjoy a performance. We can’t wait to see you all!

  • Playcrafter Kids is located at 1815 Yorktown Ave., Fort Collins CO 80526. We’re located in the Foothills Unitarian Church utilizing several rooms off of the playground that overlook Drake, as well as a theater space.

  • We are not affiliated with the Foothills Unitarian Church; however, we share similar values and have a great partnership.

  • We are recognized and overseen by the State to provide a safe, educational environment both indoors and out. Our license is for 2.5-12 year olds; however, in the summer we serve >4-12 year olds across 3 rooms. We have specific paperwork for each child regardless if they’re with us for only 1 week or all 8. It is good for up to a year. This includes a health form signed by your child’s provider, immunization records or waiver, and an enrollment form. We utilize an app called Brightwheel for paperwork, communication, photos and more.

  • Yes, as long as it’s on your child’s health action plan that has been approved and signed off by your child’s health care provider. We have a nurse who has delegated medicine administration to several staff members.

    Children are not able to take medicine at camp without proper documentation first.

  • Drop-off window (ALL camps) - 8:45-9AM

    Pick-up window (HALF camp) - 11:30-11:45 AM

    Pick-up window (FULL Day camps) - 4-4:15PM

  • Only the Full Day Itsy Bitsies will need to rest for 30 minutes. They’re not required to fall asleep though. We will ask in your registration form about your child’s rest habits. Each child will have their own nap cot with a cleaned sheet. We invite you to bring a light blanket, small pillow and stuffed animal for your child(ren). We also have 2 rest spaces in separate rooms- 1 space for dedicated nappers who will sleep and 1 space for 30 minute resters.

  • Withdrawals: If you need to withdraw your child from one of our camps, please note our refund schedule:

    4 or more weeks prior to the camp start date: A refund* - $50 credit

    *except for small payment processing fee. This $50 credit can be used for a future program and must be used within 18 months of purchase. We will provide a code.

    15-27 days prior to the camp start date: 75% refund

    7-14 days prior to the camp start date: 50% refund

    Less than one week before camp starts: No refund

    We understand emergencies happen. A medically-related cancellation is allowed with a document signed by child’s physician and given to Playcrafter Kids. A partial refund or transfer to another camp may be possible, just contact us ASAP.

    Transfers: It may be possible to transfer your payment to another camp depending on if there are still openings. Please email info@playcrafterkids.com with no less than two weeks’ notice of the camp you would like to transfer from.

  • Yes, payment plans are available until a certain date. We offer a 3 month plan until April 30. You’ll pay the first installment when you register and then you’ll receive a monthly invoice with an additional $10.

    Do reach out if you need something else as we’d love to make it work. Camp needs to be paid in full before your child starts that week’s camp.

  • Yes, we do. It’s $15 off for siblings and $10 off each additional camp. Please see the codes here.

  • There’s no minimum. You’re welcome to sign up for 1 or all camps.

  • Yes, we do! We feel strongly that every child should be able to enjoy our programs. We offer a limited amount of partial and full scholarships to income-qualifying families. If you’re interested in seeking assistance for a class or camp, please submit the following application: Youth Program Scholarship Application

  • Yes, we highly encourage you to fill out this form as a camp spot may open up. We’ll contact you as soon as we know.

  • Yes, Frankie, our scruffy Terrier pup will float around and visit camp rooms. He tends to stay where Deanna Mae is. Frankie has been around countless children in various settings, has a calm demeanor, is up to date on his vaccinations, and loves to watch kids perform.

  • YES! Each camp has a weekly showcase to share what we’ve been working on as an ensemble. Showcases take place in the Playcrafter Kids Theater (Unity Hall).

    Half Day Itsy Bitsies will perform Fridays at 11:30AM.

    Full Day Itsy Bitsies will perform Fridays at 3:40PM.

    Full Day Rising Stars will perform Fridays at 4PM.

    Exceptions are If You Give a Kid a Stage and Broadway Bound - performances will be held on Wednesday, July 3rd.

    Imagine a Dragon, our final 2 week camp for ages 7-12, will have 2 opportunities to perform on Thursday, July 25th and Friday, July 26th.

  • Simply put, no. We make plenty of room for play with breaks and enrichment activities.

  • No, however, we will ask to know your child’s reading ability on the enrollment form. Options include (1) not yet (2) early reader and needs extra support (3) early reader and may need support (4) fluent reader and may need little to no support.

  • Please reach out to Deanna at info@playcrafterkids.com or (970) 286-0639 to have a conversation.

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