summer 2026

theatre & Film WOrkshops

Shakespeare Intensive

Ages 10+ | July 20-24 | M-F 9:00am-3:30pm | performance at 4:00pm on Friday

Learn all things Shakespeare in this immersive, all encompassing workshop. From writing, directing, wordplay, history, iambic pentameter, and acting, you’ll do it all. 

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to work with industry professionals, and collaborate with your peers to bring your creative visions to life.

MTC 360 Summer Musical Theatre Intensive

Ages 8+ | One Week | M-F 9:00am-3:30pm | July 13-17 | performance at 4:00pm on Friday

In this high-energy two week program, performers will be immersed in musical theatre training in song, dance, and acting. Participants will:

  • Rehearse and perform exciting musical theatre numbers to strengthen vocal, dance, and theatre skills while building performance confidence

  • Study essential musical theatre techniques with focused instruction in vocals, choreography, scene work, and more

  • Gain experience training like professional musical theatre artists, learning audition skills, song performance, tandem dancing, theatrical blocking, and expressive acting

  • Work collaboratively to produce a dazzling musical theatre production, showcasing their dedication and talent

Join us for this musical theatre intensive summer program designed for young “triple threat” students serious about enhancing their performance abilities. An end-of-camp showcase displays students’ musical theatre mastery. We can’t wait to wow audiences together this summer!

Summer Intro to Film Intensive

Session 1 | 11+ | One Week | June 29-July 3 | M-F 9:00am-3:30pm | screening at 4:00pm on Friday

Session 2 | Ages 11+ | July 27-31 | M-F 9:00am-3:30pm | Screening at 4:00pm on Friday

Learn the aspects of film in this hands-on, all encompassing workshop. From directing, shooting, acting, and editing, you’ll do it all. 

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to work with industry professionals, and collaborate with your peers to bring your creative visions to life.

mtc mini theatre workshop

Ages 4-10 | 10AM-2PM | Mon-Fri (performance at 1PM on Friday)

  • Session 1: June 15-June 19

  • Session 2: August 3rd-7th

Want to keep the fun going? Sign up for multiple weeks and enjoy exclusive Earlybird discounts for both sessions!

Looking for our regular mini musicals? Check out MTC: Mini Musicals.

Want to audition for our summer production? Check out our MTC: MainStage page.

dance camps

Dance Intensives

Summer dance intensive

Ages 8+ | 10AM-3:30PM | Mon-Thurs (performance at 4pm on Thursday)

  • Session I: June 15th-18th

  • Session 2: June 22nd-25th

    This 4-day summer dance intensive challenges intermediate to advanced dancers to take their technique to the next level. Over the workshop, students will:

    • Train intensively in ballet, contemporary, or jazz to expand their versatility

    • Tackle complex choreography and demanding combinations to increase stamina, precision and artistry

    • Enhance musical interpretation, stage presence and performance quality

    • Participate in workshops focused on endurance, technique, turns, leaps, flexibility and more

    • Debut newly learned pieces at the culminating performance for family and friends

    Join our immersive dance community this summer! Dancers will be pushed in a supportive environment alongside peers who motivate and inspire. We can't wait to grow together!

Year-round Dance

Ages 3-adult | 3:00PM-9:00PM | Mon-Fri | Year Round | https://www.mclaughlinstudios.com/dance

The dance program welcomes students of all ages who are beginning, intermediate, through advanced levels. Throughout the year, dancers will:

  • Take technique classes in ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary to build upon their skills

  • Minis will engage in music, dance games, technique, and fun!

  • Learn challenging choreography and demanding combinations to further develop style, versatility and artistry

  • Enhance musicality, dynamics, and expressive abilities

  • Grow in strength, flexibility, precision and proper alignment

  • Bond with peers who share their dedication and passion for dance

Join our supportive dance community this summer. Students will be challenged both physically and creatively, while fostering confidence in a dance family environment. We can’t wait to dance together!

Mommy, Daddy, and Me Summer Workshop

Age 18mo-3yrs | July 27-31 | 9:00AM-10:30AM | Mon - Fri

Get ready for a week of wiggles, giggles, and dancing! Join our Mommy, Daddy, & Me Summer Dance Workshop for little movers ages 18mo-3yrs. We’ll use music, props, and imagination to jump, turn, bond and play with your toddler while building motor skills and confidence!

Music Workshops & Lessons

Beginning Clarinet WOrkshop

Age 10+ | June 15, 22, 29, July 6 | 2:00PM-3:30PM | Monday

Welcome to Clarinet Workshop. This enriching program welcomes students ages 10+ who are excited to work with other musicians on learning about their new instrument through technique, tone, and music. Over the course of the workshop, participants will:

  • Learn the joy of playing the clarinet

  • Explore the instrument

  • Develop rhythmic and note reading skills

  • Bond with other musicians who share their excitement for making music

Join us this summer for a series filled with the joy of making music together! You provide your instrument and we supply all materials. We can't wait to make beautiful music in our clarinet workshop!

intermediate/Advanced clarinet Workshop

Age 11+ | July 13, 20, 27, Aug 3 | 2:00PM-3:30PM | Monday

We are excited to open registration for our 2026 Summer Clarinet Ensemble Workshop. This enriching program welcomes students ages 11+ who are excited to work with other musicians on chamber music. Over the course of the workshop, participants will:

  • Learn the joy of ensemble playing

  • Explore different kinds of clarinet repertoire 

  • Develop their rhythmic skills through challenging music

  • Bond with other  musicians who share their excitement for making music

Join us this summer for a week filled with the joy of making music together! You provide your instrument and we supply all materials. We can't wait to make beautiful music in our clarinet ensemble!

GUITAR workshop

Age 8+| Mon-Fri| 10AM-1PM

  • Session 1: June 29-July 3

  • Session 2. July 20-24

Our Beginning/Intermediate Guitar Workshop is the perfect way to kickstart your musical journey! In just a few days, students will learn basic chords, strumming patterns, and fun songs in a supportive and interactive setting. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to rock!

Ukulele Workshop

Age 7+| June 15-19 | Mon-Fri | 11AM-1PM

Our Beginner Ukulele Workshop is the perfect introduction to this fun and easy-to-learn instrument! Students will master basic chords, strumming patterns, and play along to popular songs in a supportive and engaging environment. No experience needed—just bring your uke and get ready to make music!

Voice & Choir Intensive

Age 8+ | Wed-Fri | 9AM-12PM

  • Session 1: July 8, 9, 10

  • Session 2: July 29, 30, 31

Summer Voice & Choir Workshop! This enriching vocal program welcomes students ages 8 and up for an immersive musical experience. Over the course of the workshop, participants will:

  • Rehearse and perform compelling pieces that showcase their technical and creative talents

  • Refine their vocal technique and diction through targeted exercises and instruction

  • Explore music theory, sight-singing, and movement to complement their vocal training

  • Bond with other young singers who share their enthusiasm for singing

Join us this summer for a fun and rewarding three day intensive where students can expand their musical abilities and self-confidence. We can't wait to make joyful music together!

Rock Band Intensive

Ages 10+ | July 6 - 10 | Mon-Fri | 10:00AM-2:00PM | performance 1pm on Friday

This enriching musical program welcomes students ages 10-18 who want to form their own rock bands. Over the course of the workshop, rockers will:

  • Rehearse compelling songs across genres like pop, rock, punk, metal, and more to develop their technical abilities and stage presence

  • Refine their skills on their instruments of choice like guitar, bass, drums, keyboard or vocals through instruction and jams

  • Learn about songwriting, arranging songs to fit their ensemble, and composing original tunes

  • Explore music theory, ear training, and sight-reading to complement their musical training

  • Bond with other musicians who share their enthusiasm for performing in bands

Join us this summer for an awesome week-long journey into the exciting world of rocking out live on stage. We'll help bands form, start rehearsing, and prepare to perform by the end of the week. We can't wait to make amplifiers rumble together!