Summer 2026
Theater Camp
Lincoln Woods State Park
Week 1: August 3-7, 2026
Week 2: August 10-14, 2026
Week 3: August 17-21, 2026
Each weeek is offered separately.
Students may register for multiple weeks.
Registration Opens January 2nd at 9:00am!
Limited spaces are available.
Celebrating 5 Years!
Join us for our 5th annual summer camp in Lincoln Woods State Park! Studio Playground teaches acting classes based in movement and physical theater. Classes explore the benefits of laughter through movement, performance, and playful improvisation. Our summer camp embodies the same principles!
Students ages 5-11 have a fun-filled week of theater games, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities. In our Craft & Create program, students explore multiple aspects of creating a show as they make props and costume pieces to bring original characters to life.
Each week ends with a performance for friends and family in Lincoln Woods State Park.
Studio Playground fosters individual growth and empowerment for children in our community using the performing arts. Explore the benefits of laughter through movement, performance, and improvisation.
Registration Opens January 2nd at 9:00am.
Summer 2026
Lincoln Woods State Park
August 3-21, 2026
Lincoln, Rhode Island
Registration for our Annual Theater Camp opens January 2nd! Spaces are limited. We encourage early registration.
Stefanie Resnick & Matthew Bretschneider, Studio Playground Founders, Discover Rhode Island
Example of Daily Schedule
8:30am Drop Off
Morning announcements
Group warm up
Theater games and performance projects
Theme day activities
12:00pm Lunch
Students bring a non-refrigerated lunch
12:45: Buddies
Students are paired into groups of ‘buddies’ who check in with one another throughout the week.
1:00pm Afternoon Activities
Afternoon announcements
Craft & Create Program
Theater games and rehearsal
Performance and sharing of work
3:30pm Pick-Up
Pricing
$475 per week
10% sibling discount applied at checkout
Our 5th annual theater camp in Lincoln Woods State Park occurs August 3-21, 2026.
Each weeek is offered separately.
Students may sign up for multiple weeks.
Reservations
Limited spaces are available. We encourage early registration. Students may join a waitlist after our registration is full.
If you have questions, please email: info@studioplayground.org
Financial Aid
To apply for financial aid, please follow the link below: Financial Aid
To make a donation to our scholarship fund, please follow the link below: Donations
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2026 Summer Programs
Registration Opens January 2nd!
Acting Intensive for Ages 13-17
July 6, 7 & 10, 2026
Providence, Rhode Island
More Info: Register
Theater Camp in Providence for Ages 5-10
July 13-17, 2026
Providence, Rhode Island
More Info: Register
Theater Camp in Lincoln Woods State Park for Ages 5-11
August 3-21, 2026
Lincoln, Rhode Island
More Info: Register
Guest Classes and Workshops
Available across Rhode Island
Inquiries: info@studioplayground.org
Does my child need prior acting experience?
Our theatre camp is intended for all levels of experience. Whether this is your child’s first acting class or they have previous experience, our program fosters individual growth and develops at the pace of each group. Studio Playground integrates core concepts in social emotional learning with quality theatre education. We strive to create an environment in which all students feel welcome and accepted.
Are students divided by age group?
Yes, students are divided into groups based on age which are consistent throughout the week. There are also larger camp activities that involve students working with members of other groups.
What safety precautions are you taking?
Our staff includes professional teachers and counselors who provide a safe and supportive environment. Students are encouraged to drink water and apply sunscreen throughout the day.
Lincoln Woods Camp FAQ’s
Will there be relaxed camp activities too?
Absolutely! In addition to playing theater games and learning fundamentals skills for acting, students will have the option to participate in nature walks and recreational activities at planned times throughout the day. Lincoln Woods State Park has a swimming area with a beach and lifeguards. Although we will not explore the water during camp, we encourage families to enjoy the water after pickup. The lifeguards are present until 6pm.
Will kids be outside for the entire day?
Yes! We are 100% outdoors. We take precautions with the heat. Our students' safety and wellness are our primary concerns. The covered pavilions provide shade covering. We have use of the park’s indoor restrooms near our pavilion. Camp takes place rain or shine unless there is inclement weather.
Is there a difference between Week 1, 2, and 3?
Each week of camp is offered invidually. Students can register for multiple weeks. You have the option to sign up for Week 1, Week 2, or Week 3 when you register for camp. You may sign up for multiple weeks if your child would like to attend.
While the structure and activities are similar, each week ends with a unique performance for friends and family.
What should my child bring to camp?
We ask that each student bring a personal water bottle, snack, and sunscreen. Students should also bring a non-refrigerated lunch. Studio Playground will provide water throughout the day and coolers to store lunches.
What does the performance consist of?
Each week students work in small groups to create an original show. The performance occurs after pickup on Friday each week. Students determine the theme and content, including characters and narrative, under the guidance of our teaching artists. Our staff includes passionate teachers who embrace our philosophy of inclusion and play. Each student has a voice in the creative process as our staff fosters collaboration and teamwork within each group.
What is the Craft & Create Program?
In our Craft & Create Program, students participate in hands-on crafting projects with an experienced visual artist. Modeled after our Play Creation class, students create props and costume pieces to bring their original chacters to life and support the performance at the end of each week.
Will there by theme days?
Of course! Theme days include water day, costume day, and camp olympics! A schedule of theme days will be provided in advance.
Any other questions?
Please email us at info@studioplayground.org.
Studio Playground
Theater Camp in Lincoln Woods State Park
August 3-21, 2026
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
2 Manchester Print Works Road
Lincoln, Rhode Island
laugh. sing. make a beautiful ruckus.
Our Craft & Create Program is made possible by a grant from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts through an appropriation by the Rhode Island General Assembly, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.