Enrichment Programs & Camp After-care
Weekly Enrichment Programs
Brief Information:
Hours: 8:30am – 5:30pm
Ages: 5 years old and entering Kindergarten through entering 5th grade Fall 2025
Early Registration Discount: $425, register before April 1st
Price per week: $450
$150 non-refundable deposit per week per child due at registration for those who register before April 1st, balance of $275 due one week before the program starts.
$150 non-refundable deposit per week per child due at registration after April 1st, balance of $300 due one week before the program starts.
*payment plans available for multiple children/weeks
Scholarships are available! Please click here to submit your application.
Daily curriculum blocks are loaded with fun and hands-on enrichment activities that keep students learning all summer long! The remainder of our days will be filled with play, movement, adventure, and creative activities to keep the day balanced with learning and fun! Swimming at Patton Park included in tuition.
Enrichment Weeks
Week 1: Ms. Frizzle’s Scientific Spectacular: Explore, Create, and Play!
June 23-27
Wednesday Field Trip: TBD
Thursday Show: Finding Nemo performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 2: Young Scientists’ Summer Lab: Experiment, Explore, Excel!
June 30-July 3 (4 day program – closed Friday July 4th)
4 day special tuition rate = $335 per week with non-refundable deposit of $150 or payment in full before April 1.
Regular price = $360 per week
Wednesday Field Trip – Nova Adventure Park
Thursday Show: Willy Wonka performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 3: Mix Masters: Create Your Own Music!
July 7-11
Wednesday Field Trip – Roller World
Thursday Show: Frozen performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 4: Under the Sea: Dive into Adventure!
July 14-18
Wednesday Field Trip – Joppa Flats
Thursday Show: The Little Mermaid performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 5: Blossoming Artists: Art Grows Here!
July 21-25
Wednesday Field Trip: AMC Theater for a movie, TBD
Thursday show: Newsies performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 6: Summer Olympians: Sports Week!
July 28-Aug 1
Wednesday Field Trip: Hood Pond, Topsfield MA
Thursday show: Wicked performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 7: Lego Robotics Lab: Build, Program, Compete!
Aug 4-8
Wednesday Field Trip: In the Game, Peabody MA
Thursday: Special viewing of the Lego Movie
Week 8: Big Top Adventures: Carnival Camp
Aug 11-18
Wednesday Field Trip: TBD
Thursday show: Tangled performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 9: RoboMasters: Create and Innovate with LEGOs!
Aug 18-22
Wednesday Field Trip: TBD
Thursday show: Annie performed by Stage 284 campers
Week 10: Summer Splash: A Week of Classic Camp Fun
Aug 25-27
3 day program tuition = $ Early registration discount = $245 per week with non-refundable deposit of $150 or payment in full before April 1.
Regular price = $270 per week
3-day program, closed Thursday and Friday for staff development.
After Camp Program:
Hours: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
After Camp Care is open to those signed up for Stage 284 Theater programs and Patton Park Camp and extended day through the Rec. Center until 3:30 pm. Children will be picked up from Patton park and walk to The Community House for care until 5:30 pm. Daily activities include crafts, park trips, and more.
For detailed descriptions and additional info, please Click Here.
Performing Arts Programs
One Week Summer Stars Workshops
Looking for School Vacation Workshops? Click Here.
Brief Information:
Hours: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Ages: 1-week workshops open to children entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2025
Program Day: 9 am – 3:30 pm
Drop-off begins at 8:30 am, and aftercare ends at 5:30 pm (no aftercare on Fridays)
Early Registration Discount (1-week workshops): $450, register before April 1st
Price per week: $475 (for 1-week workshops)
$150 non-refundable deposit per week per child due at registration for those who register before April 1st, balance of $300 due one week before the program starts.
$150 non-refundable deposit per week per child due at registration after April 1st, balance of $325 due one week before the program starts.
*payment plans available for multiple children/weeks
$60 per week per child for aftercare (not available on Fridays due to performances)
Scholarships are available! Please click here to submit your application.
Daily curriculum blocks are loaded with fun and creative performing arts activities that keep students engaged all summer long! The remainder of our days will be filled with play, movement, adventure, and creative activities to keep the day balanced with learning and fun! Swimming at Patton Park at the Hamilton location only.
Summer Stars Workshops: Now rehearsing in 2 locations!
Summer Stars Workshops: Hamilton Location
Ages: Entering Grades 1-5
Time Frame: 1 week
Program Description: The Summer Stars program is designed to introduce young performers to the world of the stage through song, dance, and creative movement. Students will learn theater terminology, participate in performance and technical theater workshops, and bring these skills to the stage in a 30 minute sharing session at the conclusion of the week.
Dates & Titles:
8/25-27 (3 days – closed Thurs & Fri): The Sound of Music
For detailed descriptions and additional info, please Click Here.
Summer Stars Workshops: Creative Co-Op (Topsfield) Location
Ages: Entering Grades 1-5
Time Frame: 1 week
Program hours: 9 am – 3:30 pm daily (drop off opens at 8:45 am, pick up promptly at 3:30 pm)
No aftercare available for the Topsfield location
Program Description: The Summer Stars program is designed to introduce young performers to the world of the stage through song, dance, and creative movement. Students will learn theater terminology, participate in performance and technical theater workshops, and bring these skills to the stage in a 30-minute sharing session at the conclusion of the week.
Dates & Titles:
7/28 – 8/1: Annie
8/11 – 8/15: The Sound of Music
For detailed descriptions and additional info, please Click Here.
Youth Company Intensive: Newsies
Ages: Entering Grades 5-9
Time Frame: 2 weeks
Dates: July 14-26
Early Registration Discount: $795, register before April 1st
Price after April 1 (while space is available): $850
Program Description: Stage 284’s Youth Company provides a full production experience for young performers to gain the confidence, skills, and experience necessary to succeed in any theater environment. During the fun-filled 2 weeks, students will participate in intensive acting, voice, and dance training as well as a full rehearsal process. The 2 weeks will culminate in a weekend of performances!
For detailed descriptions and additional info, please Click Here.
Young Adult Intensive: Head Over Heels
Stage 284’s Young Adult Intensive is back for its third year! This program is designed to offer a full-scale musical theater production experience. The 9-week intensive offers a strong professional team to support our young adults as they work with challenging material and an intense production schedule.
Ages: 14-22
Time Frame: 9 weeks
Dates: June 2 – August 10
Price: $425
For detailed descriptions and additional info, please Click Here.
