Performing Arts Camp | June 2026
Rehearse and perform "Frozen, JR."
ANC Performing Arts Camp is a theatrical experience for current 6th, 7th & 8th graders, culminating in a performance of "Frozen, Jr." Our professional group of teachers lead campers through the process of blocking, vocal production, learning choreography, and character development as well as rehearsing and performing a show! The camp is held in the Mitchell Performing Arts Center located on the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools campus and runs weekdays 9am-4pm, June 17-26, 2026, with performances on Saturday, June 27 at 11am & 1:30pm.
This camp will foster the imagination, creativity and practical performance skills of the campers as well as provide a positive space to make new friends. Campers will be exposed to many aspects of theater; those who are newer to this art form will be given an introduction and those with experience will be pushed to advance their skills. The camp will feature break-out sessions such as props, set painting, theatrical/jazz dance technique and theatrical make-up, as well as rehearsals for the performance of “Frozen, JR.”
Camp sessions will run from 9am to 4pm with a 30 minute lunch break. The first day of camp will run 9am-3pm. Campers should bring their own brown bag lunch and will have access to a refrigerator and microwave. All campers will be included onstage for the performances of Disney’s “Frozen JR.” which will be at 11am & 1:30pm on Saturday, June 27th, at the Mitchell Performing Art Center.
The cost of Performing Arts Camp is $550 which includes a keepsake script, digital download of the dress rehearsal video, and camp t-shirt. Campers will be provided with a costume to wear during the performance but are required to provide their own dance shoes and undergarments as well as rehearsal clothing. A $200 non-refundable deposit is due at registration and final payment is due by May 1, 2026. There is a discount of $50 off the camp total for deposits received before March 1, 2026. Gift certificates in any denomination are available for purchase. For more information, please email sarah.waelchli@ancss.org or call 267.502.2678.
Sample Schedule
9:00 - Warm-up improv activity
9:30 - Jazz Technique
10:15 - Rehearse “Let It Go”
11:00 - Try on Costumes
11:30 - Rehearse Scene 3
12:15 - Brown Bag Lunch*
12:45 - Choreography for “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”
1:45 - Props creation
2:45 - Run Finale
3:45 - Wrap-up exercise
*Campers should bring their own lunches. They will have access to a refrigerator and microwave.
Frozen Jr:
The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Performances are Saturday, June 27th at 11am & 1:30pm.
