Is your child creative and love anything theater-related? Then, check out these summer camps in metro Detroit where they can learn new performance techniques and what goes on behind the scenes.
These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure to register ahead of time. Prices and locations for the camps are subject to change.
Looking for more summer camps? Check out our ultimate guide to find the best summer camps for Metro Detroit kids.
Featured theater camps in metro Detroit
In this section, Metro Parent’s advertising partners share their top camp offerings.
Camp Mirage
June 8-Sept. 4
- Address: 6 locations around metro Detroit:
- 4440 Brighton Road, Howell (810) 279-0189
- 1240 Beck Road, Canton (734) 210-1360
- 35415 West 14 Mile Road, Farmington Hills (248) 266-0949
- 14501 North Haggerty Road, Plymouth (734) 420-4655
- 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth (734) 420-4655
- 6363 Livernois Road, Troy (810) 279-0150
- Ages served: 5-14
- Type: Day camp
- Cost: From $175-$225
Camp Mirage provides the excitement, camaraderie and feel of an overnight camp, all in a day camp setting.
You’ll pick up your kids blissfully happy, inevitably tired, a little dirty and ready to do it again the next day. We treat every camper like family. Our excellent counselors teach and guide campers and help build self-confidence, social skills and independence. Campers leave feeling like Camp Mirage is their camp, their family and their home away from home.
More theater camps in metro Detroit
This section includes additional camp options for families to explore. These listings are added separately from our paid listings.
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
Two-week sessions from June 24-Aug. 16, 2026
- Address: 300 E. Crystal Lake Road, Twin Lake, Mich.
- Phone: 800-221-3796
- Cost: $1,875 – $1975 (varies depending on major; significant scholarships available for motivated students; discounts for siblings, Session 4, and those enrolling in more than one session)
- Best for ages: 11-18
Celebrating 60 years, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp offers immersive two-week summer programs for Grades 5-12 in music, art, theater, dance and writing. Located in West Michigan, Blue Lake provides an inspiring environment where students of all skill levels grow artistically and personally.
Cranbrook Theatre School Camp
June 15-Aug. 7, 2026
- Address: St. Dunstan’s Theatre & Greek Theatre, 400 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills; Cranbrook Kingswood Upper School, 39221 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: Cost varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 8-17
Kids in grades 2-12 can enjoy this theater camp, which will be broken up by grades 2-8 (junior division) and grades 9-12 (senior division). Lunches and snacks are included.
Detroit Catholic Central Summer Camps
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 27225 Wixom Road, Novi
- Phone: 248-596-3880
- Cost: Cost varies, but typically around $140 per camp
- Best for ages: 9-14
There is something for everyone at Detroit Catholic Central! Their summer camps are bigger than ever this year, with a ton of different athletic and STEM offerings to keep kids busy.
Detroit Opera
July 6-Aug. 7, 2026
- Address: 1526 Broadway St., Detroit
- Cost: $400-$600
- Best for ages: 8-18
Detroit Opera’s summer camps offer a creative stage for youths. “Create & Perform” for ages 8-12, turns kids into playwrights and stars. “Operetta Remix” for ages 13-18, hones musical theater skills. Both end in a Detroit Opera House showcase.
Drama Workshop at Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
- Cost: $175/grades 2-3, $225/ages 4-12
- Best for grades: 2-12
This camp fosters cooperation, concentration and movement in a welcoming, non-competitive setting, led by All The World’s Stage, a top Michigan youth theater school.
Matrix School of Theatre
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 2730 Bagley St., Detroit
- Cost: 2024 information not yet released
- Best for ages: 6-17
Leave this summer camp with a newfound confidence thanks to the performing arts. Campers will learn the ins and outs of theater productions and get a chance to make their own creations, too.
Mosaic Summer Camp
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 2 Locations: Detroit Community Schools, 12675 Burt Road, Detroit; Detroit Waldorf School, 2555 Burns Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Summer camp is priced at $300 for a two-week session with scholarships available. $25 non-refundable registration fee applied to the final registration costs.
- Best for ages: Grades 3-8
Mosaic Summer Camp offers Grades 3-8 artists theater, music, crafts, dance and mindfulness, ending each two-week session with a special performance for families.
VYT Summer Theatre Arts Camp
June 22–July 17, 2026
- Address: 34660 Woodward Ave., Birmingham
- Cost: $1,000
- Best for ages: 8-15
VYT Summer Theatre Arts Camp invites rising 3rd-10th graders to perform Disney’s Aladdin Jr., building confidence, teamwork and creativity through acting, music and movement in a fun, supportive environment.
Willoway Day Camp
June 15-Aug. 7, 2026
- Address: 4654 Old Plank Road, Milford (Transportation included)
- Phone: 248-932-2123
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 5-14
For generations, Willoway Day Camp has been a summer adventure destination. From the moment campers board the Willoway bus (transportation included), the fun begins. Willoway’s caring staff and top-notch facilities provide endless excitement.
WCC Future U Summer Camps
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $170-650 with scholarships available
- Best for ages: 7-17
Future U camps provide innovative, hands-on learning opportunities motivated by fun activities. Whether your child is a Future Maker, Future Engineer, Future Professional, Future Technologist, or Future Explorer they’ll have fun exploring in these summer camps delivered live in-person this summer. Find your perfect camp experience with flexible full-day or half-day options.
Young People’s Theater
2026 Dates TBA Feb.2
- Address: 331 Metty Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $350-$700+
- Best for ages: 5-18
Perfect for young performers ready to shine on stage, Young People’s Theater campers create musical theater magic through exciting shows like “Once Upon a Time,” “AristoCats,” and “Legally Blonde.”
This article was recently updated on Jan. 23, 2026, by Metro Parent’s writers. The updates reflect the latest dates, locations and pricing information.
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