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Traveling Players Ensemble: Summer Programs
Overview
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit theater organization offering day camps, sleepaway ensembles, and high school conservatories for grades 1–12 at two Virginia locations. Programs feature small-cast performances, personalized coaching, and NEA-developed curriculum with a focus on acting, improv, Shakespeare, comedy, and technical theatre.
At a glance
Sessions
Jun–Aug1–6 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Tysons, Saluda, VA
Cost
$7,000+from $495
Entering grades
Below 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Most programs require audition or interview; Act: FIVE and day camps are open enrollment. Selection based on fit for ensembles and community.
Application requirements
Audition or Interview
Required for most sleepaway camps and all conservatory programs; Act: FIVE and day camps do not require audition
Experience Level
Programs accommodate beginners through advanced performers
Cost & sessions
Programs range from $495 (Acting Studio Day Camp, 1 week) to $10,300 (Shakespeare Troupe, 6 weeks). Nonprofit model: parents charged 70% of true cost; remainder covered by donations and grants. Most generous artistic financial aid program in the area with no annual or lifetime caps.
Financial aid
No annual or lifetime caps on financial aid. Most generous artistic financial aid program in the area.
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