CCA Summer Stage
A four-week summer theatre program for aspiring actors ages 9 - 14.
The Chelmsford Center for the Arts is thrilled to present CCA Summer Stage, an immersive educational theatre program designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and develop skills in young performers.
REGISTRATION Deadline Extended:
Open now through may 14th!
PROGRAM DATES
Students may register for either of the two week sessions, or the full four week program.*
Session 1: July 6 – July 17th
Session 2: July 20 - July 31st
*If students are only able to attend one week of the program, please reach out directly to program
co-director, Timmy Chase (tchase@chelmsfordma.gov), to discuss options.
Daily Schedule
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m, Monday – Friday
Including a 30 minute lunch break. Students must bring their own lunch; water is provided.
What students will learn
Each day includes rotating classes in:
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Warmups and ensemble-building games
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Vocal training for the stage (diction, projection, breath work)
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Physical theatre techniques and history (such as Commedia dell’Arte)
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Makeup and costume design
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Set design and technical theatre
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Playwriting, culminating in a showcase of their work at the end of the session
At the end of each two week session, students will perform in a showcase of their original short plays.
PROGRAM COST & REgistration DEADLINES
General registration begins March 2nd, with registration closing fully on
May 14th, 2026.
REGISTRATION PRICING
Two weeks: $425
Four weeks: $825
A deposit of 25% of the total tuition is due upon registration.
Parents can choose to pay remaining balance a single installment,
due on June 7th or in three installments, due on May 22nd, May 29th and June 7th.
The full balance of tuition must be paid by the final due date of June 5th for your student to participate in the program. Failure to do so will result in your student's spot being released, and a refund of all previous payments, excluding the initial deposit.
If for any reason your student is no longer able to participate in the program, you must notify the program directors by May 1st to receive a refund of your initial deposit.
Any cancellations after May 15th will not receive a refund of their deposit.
Instructors
Students will be guided by:
Lauren Cochran
Timmy Chase
Maeve McNeal
Additional support to be provided by upperclassmen interns from the Chelmsford High Theatre Department.