Summer Camps
at The Little Theatre
Unleash your creativity, build lifelong friendships, and step into the spotlight at Little Actors Theatre Summer Camp! Whether you're a budding actor, aspiring or just someone who loves a little drama (the good kind!), this is the place to shine.
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Our experienced directors and counselors will guide our campers through the world of story telling, theatre and creative expression.
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​Join us this summer and let your child experience the joy of storytelling, the thrill of the spotlight, and the magic of theatre at The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem!​
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Camp registration includes a Summer Camp T-shirt.
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All summer camps, with the exception of Teen Playwrights, are from 9:30am-4:30pm.
Before and After Care is offered starting at 8:30am and ending at 5:30pm. The cost is $20 for week long camps, $30 for Alice in Wonderland and $40 for Once Upon a Mattress:Youth Edition.
2026
CAMP DIRECTORS
Emily Ennis
Emily Ennis is a soprano, actress, and educator based in Greensboro. She has taught numerous youth theatre classes with The Little Theatre of Winston Salem, and music directed Shrek Jr. in 2024. Other music directing credits include My Way with Lexington Live, and Seussical Kids with Drama Kids of the Triad. Emily has appeared onstage most recently with North Carolina Opera, and as a member of Bel Canto Company. Last summer, she toured as a featured performer in Golden Age: A 1940’s Broadway Musical Journey with First in Flight Entertainment. Emily holds a Master’s degree in Opera from the Longy School of Music, and a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Miami.
Kellie Harris
Kellie Harris is a theatre arts educator in WSFCS. She is excited to get involved in community theatre here in Winston Salem after having moved from Raleigh with her family in 2019. Back in the capital city, Kellie directed many children's productions at Arts Together and in magnet elementary schools. She worked with older students at Raleigh Little Theatre, in Pieces of Gold, and in the WCPSS production of Les Miserables. One of her favorite musical memories is when her father was invited onto a Broadway stage as an extra in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. She is excited to "keep on rockin' in the free world" this summer with The Little Theatre of Winston Salem.
Jordan Ohm
Jordan is so excited to be back this summer as a director for the Little Theater! She says that working summer camp is the perfect combination of her two passions: making art and working with young people. She is so excited to share her love of performing with the next generation and help them make memories that will last a life time. Outside of the theater, Jordan is pursuing a Masters in Social Work at UNC Charlotte. Upon graduation she plans on becoming an art therapist for children and teens!
Nathan Ross Freeman
Nathan Ross Freeman is a Playwright, Screenwriter, Author, Filmmaker, Educator, and Father.
He is the Author of Goblisk. Goblisk is a neologism that means ~ The Dream Is The Message. Goblisk is a collection of fictionalized scenarios, experiences, observations from his life’s Eras. www.gobliskbooks.com
Nathan Ross Freeman’s Plays have been premiered in Philadelphia, NYC, Atlanta, Washington DC, Wilmington, NC and Winston-Salem. His plays include Joshua & Hazel, Zero, Evening Sunrise, Getting Further, Your Side Mine, The Contract, Sin Of Life, Hannah Elias which won the 1997 NC Arts Council Fellowship, The Other Way Around and Little Girl Blue which was featured at the 2017 National Black Theatre Festival.
Nathan Ross Freeman has spent the last 25 years as the Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Authoring Action. Authoring Action develops teen, university, housing insecure and senior authors who create original written works for stage, film and publication forums, addressing issues that are relevant and prevalent to human development and change.
Since 2013 Nathan Ross Freeman, as Artistic Director of Authoring Action’s Just Us Program, has generated, co-directed, filmed and edited teen monologues that continue to result in over 200 Festival Grade Short Films from its Just Us program generated
Nathan Ross Freeman’s feature films Mr. Bones, Authoring Action Documentary and Gem have screened in over 40 national and international film festivals, won 7 first place awards, 7 invitations. Screening locations include NYC, Atlanta, San Francisco, Philadelphia, Nashville, Charlotte, Los Angeles, Austin, Chattanooga, Toronto, London, Tokyo, Wales, Amsterdam, Sydney, South Africa, Ireland, Liberia, and others.
Nathan Ross Freeman grew up in Philadelphia, PA where he is a graduate of St. Joseph’s University. He is the father of five children who are now older than him and the grandfather of eight angels.
Michael Lauricella
Michael is excited to direct Alice in Wonderland for LTWS! He is a Drama director at Speas Global Elementary School where he continues to pursue his passion for writing and directing musicals for young actors. Michael moved to Winston Salem two years ago from Wilmington where he served as director and musical director for several productions including Fun Home, Oliver, 13 the Musical, Mame, A Chorus Line, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, to mention a few. He is also a performer, toured with several tours through the US and internationally, and enjoys sharing his love of the theatre with young performers.
CAMP POLICIES
GENERAL
Each of our summer camps focus on enabling campers to experience the fun, excitement, and challenge of performing live theatre while developing their own talents, strengths and skills. The Little Theatre accepts all children, regardless of their level of ability or experience. Campers will learn stage blocking, lines and music (as applicable), as well as a variety of theatre elements, including character development, voice and diction, costumes, stage movement, and production etiquette.
Before Care will Run 8:30am-9:30am; After Care will run 4:30pm-5:30pm.
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WHAT TO KNOW
Dress in comfortable clothes that are easy to move around in.
Bring a water bottle, snack and lunch.
DO NOT bring video games, laptops, or tablets.
Cell phones are allowed to be used for emergencies only.
Cell phones may be confiscated if used during camp time.
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TO REGISTER
Register above or call (336) 725-4001. Please note that space is limited in each camp; register early to secure your spot.
Need Based, sliding scale scholarships are available. Email for details.
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PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICY
Tuition must be paid in full at least one weeks prior to the start of camp for your child to attend. In the event that The Little Theatre cancels a camp, a full tuition refund will be made.
If a student withdraws from camp up to a month prior to the camp start date, they will receive a full refund. If a month to two week before they will receive 50%; no refunds will be made after that.
Needs based scholarships are available on a first come-first served basis.
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QUESTIONS?
Email joelle@ltofws.org or call (336) 725-4001