July 6–17

Monday – Friday
10:00am – 4:00pm

Final Performance:
July 17th, 7:00pm

Open to teens ages 13–18

Dell’Arte Youth Academy presents:

Page to Stage

A Teen 10-Minute Play Camp

Register Today!

Get ready to bring your creativity to life on stage!

In this exciting two-week theater camp, students will collaborate to create and perform original 10-minute plays from start to finish. Whether you’re brand new to theater or already love the spotlight, this camp offers something for everyone.

Participants will explore every aspect of theater-making, including playwriting, directing, acting, and technical design. Campers will learn how to develop characters, write engaging dialogue, and structure a short play. They’ll also step into the roles of directors and actors, discovering how to bring scripts to life through performance.

In addition, students will gain hands-on experience with the technical side of theater, including basic lighting and sound design—learning how these elements enhance storytelling on stage.

By the end of the two weeks, campers will have created, rehearsed, and performed their own original 10-minute plays in a final showcase for family and friends.

Skills Covered

  • Playwriting and storytelling

  • Acting and character development

  • Directing and collaboration

  • Lighting and sound basics

  • Confidence, creativity, and teamwork

Schedule & Info

  • July 6–17, Monday – Friday

  • 10:00am – 4:00pm

  • Final Performance: July 17th, 7:00pm

  • Open to teens ages 13–18

Sign Up Here!

Join us for a fun, fast-paced, and imaginative theater experience!

Teaching Staff

  • Evan Grande

    Evan is an actor and teacher working in clown, bouffon and Commedia Dell’Arte. He is a graduate of the MFA program at Dell'Arte International. Recently he has performed in St Croix Falls, Wisconsin, Dell'Arte International and the Arcata Playhouse. Evan has also spent time teaching and performing in Bali, Mexico City, Ireland, and the Czech Republic. When not performing, Evan is a special education as well as mask and clown teacher.

  • Julie Douglas

    Julie Douglas is a theatre maker, teacher, actor and clown. On faculty at Dell’Arte International, she has taught the Michael Chekhov Technique, Alexander Technique, Clowning, Mask performance and more. As Head of Arts Engagement, she facilitated community exchanges and currently leads the Healthcare Clowning Program. Previously, Julie spent eleven years in the Bay Area. While there she was on faculty at American Conservatory Theatre and St. Mary’s College as well as a teaching-artist for various schools and companies. A certified Michael Chekhov instructor and graduate of SOMA studios Alexander Technique program, Julie holds an MFA from Dell’Arte and a B.A. from UC Santa Cruz.

  • Mobius

    Mobius will be mentoring students in sound and lighting and other technical elements. They started learning sound at Outer Space Arcata, where they were one of the mentors for the queer youth drag program, Cistem Failure. Shortly after, they learned lighting at the Arcata Playhouse. They now serve as Technical Director of Arcata Playhouse, where they work with a variety of local artists and musicians.  Presently, they teach and share these skills with others in the community. Their hope is to show students that tech can be accessible to anyone.

  • Sarah McKinney

    Sarah is a theater maker and educator specializing in devised theater. She is one-third of a local theatre company dedicated to creating original works. Sarah is passionate about arts education and is committed to expanding creative opportunities for youth in Humboldt County. She currently serves as Events Manager at Dell’Arte International, where she supports community-centered arts programming and performance events. Sarah holds an MFA from Dell’Arte International in Physical Theatre, an MA in Theater Production from CalPoly Humboldt, and a BA in Theatre from Loyola University Chicago.

  • Virgo

    Virgo is an educator and performer who moonlights as the drag queen Komboujia. They are the lead singer of the punk-flavored cover band Vegan Slaughterhouse, and produce the all-ages drag show/youth mentorship program “Cistem Failure” at OuterSpace Arcata. Some of their local credits include KHAN! the Musical, Papaya Lounge (Papaya Productions), The Rocky Horror Show (FRT), The Vagina Monologues, A Midsummer Night’s Dream (NCRT), and Kinky Boots (FRT).”

PAYMENT & LOGISTICS

  • Tuition & Fees: $600
    Early Bird (by June 15th):  $550
    20% for Festival Pass Holders: $480

    A $100 down payment is required to secure the student's spot in camp. A link for payment will be emailed to you upon receipt of the enrollment form. Full tuition must be paid by June 22 (two-weeks prior to start date).

  • Scholarship Info
    Two partial scholarships are available for students of the global majority (those identifying as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color). These are for a 50% reduction of the full tuition. Qualifying applicants may request a partial scholarship in the admissions application.

    Other scholarships, discounts and payment plans are negotiated on a case by case basis. Please email our School Coordinator at schooladmin@dellarte.com if you have further questions before proceeding.

  • This policy is in place to ensure our ability to continue offering high-quality programs to performers near and far. Registered students faced with the unfortunate need to withdraw from a course for any reason may request a refund of tuition paid based on the following timeline:

    • Early Withdrawal (45+ days out): Requests made more than 45 days before the course start date are eligible for a full refund, minus a $50 processing fee.

    • Standard Withdrawal (44–15 days out): Requests made between 44 and 15 days before the course start date are eligible for a 50% refund of the tuition paid.

    • Final Deadline (14 days or less): No refunds will be granted within 14 days of the start date or once the course has commenced.

    All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the program administrator.

    Exceptions may be made for documented medical emergencies or visa denials at the discretion of the School Director. In these cases, we may offer a tuition credit for a future intensive instead of a cash refund.

  • For information regarding appropriate attire, school policies, and other logistics, see our frequently asked questions page. Still have questions? Contact the School Administrator at schooladmin@dellarte.com or by phone at +1 707-502-2276.

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Page-to-stage: A Teen 10-Minute Play Camp

(Ages 13-18)

Register for Dell'Arte's two-week summer camp focusing on playwriting, acting, directing, and technical design.

Camp runs July 6 - 17, 10:00am - 4:00pm with a final performance July 17 at 7pm.

This form is designed to be filled out by both the Student and the Parent/Guardian. 

Submitting this online form confirms the Parent/Guardian has read and understands all responses.