Inspiring the next generation of performers, creators, & leaders.
Grades: Completed K–3rd
Cost: $80
Camp Description: Create mini-plays, act, dance, make sets, and props. Campers will share what they have learned with their families on the final day of camp.
Schedule May 26th–29th
@ CST-South Square, St. Ansgar, IA
9:00 am – Noon
Final Day Family Share Time
Friday, May 29th
11:45 am

Grades: Completed K–8th
Cost: $25
(Includes T-shirt, snacks, Friday lunch, & costume supplies)
*Showcase ticket revenue help cover additional expenses
Choose Your Track:
PERFORMANCE FOCUS (K–8th)
Acting, voice, and dance training with industry professionals—culminating in a fully produced AMERICA250 Showcase celebrating 250 years of American history.
TECH FOCUS (6th–8th ONLY)
Explore set & prop construction, costumes, hair & makeup, stage crew, and stage management.
Camp Schedule (Choose One)
June 22nd–24th | Osage Municipal Utilities Building
(720 Chestnut St. Osage, IA)
Morning Session 9 am-Noon
Afternoon Session 1-4 pm
June 25th | Cedar River Complex
(809 Sawyer Dr. Osage, IA)
Morning Session 9 am-Noon
Afternoon Session 1-4 pm
June 26th | Cedar River Complex
ALL CAMPERS 9 am-4 pm
Showcase: Saturday, June 27th
*Call Time 9 am
Performance 10 am
@ Cedar River Complex

Grades: Completed 4th–12th
Commitment Required: All rehearsals & performances
Be part of a professionally directed production of Disney’s Newsies Jr.—a high-energy musical inspired by the true story of the 1899 Newsboys’ Strike. Four performances on the Cedar River Complex (Krapek Family Fine Arts Center) stage.
Rehearsals
May 26th–29th
@ CST-South Square, St. Ansgar, IA
June 1st–4th
@ Osage Municipal Utilities Building (mornings)
@ Cedar River Complex (afternoons)
Performances
June 5th–7th | Cedar River Complex
(Friday evening • Saturday matinee & evening • Sunday matinee)

Grades: Completed 6th–12th
Hands-on experience in sound, lighting, costumes, hair & makeup, set/prop construction, and backstage crew work. Apprenticeships are tailored to each student’s interests and experience.
ARTISTIC TEAM & INSTRUCTORS
Madison DenHerder – CST Operations Manager & College Company Alum
Robin McIntyre – CST Technical Director & Professional Set Designer
Sue Berger – CST Production Coordinator
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For students entering 9th–12th Grades
Ready to take your theatre training to the next level?
This advanced program offers hands-on mentorship, professional-level rehearsals, and the chance to perform with CST’s college company and professional artists.
Requirements:
✔ Completion of 9th–12th grade
✔ Audition
✔ Full commitment to rehearsals & performances🌟
Production Opportunities:
GREASE
Rehearsals: June 19th–July 1st
(No rehearsals Sundays or Mondays)
Performances: July 2nd–12th (Thurs–Sun)
No show July 4th
SISTER ACT
Rehearsals: July 3rd–15th
July 4th Rehearsal: 1–4 PM
(No rehearsals Sundays or Mondays)
Performances: July 16th–26th (Thurs–Sun)
🎤 Train with pros
🎬 Perform on stage
🌟 Grow as an artist
Note: Students that want to participate in Newsies Jr., Grease, or Sister Act must complete and return the form below titled "Audition Registration Form".
Parents can register their child(ren) at the auditions as well, but we strongly prefer pre-registrations.
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