An Award-Winning: Best Children's Residential Theatre Camp - Northern England

2027 Camp Dates: Thursday 29th until Saturday 31st July.

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Our Residential Theatre

Camp Experience

About our camp

2027 Camp Dates: Thursday 29th until Saturday 31st July

Imagine three days filled with laughter, creativity, and confidence - building, that’s exactly what Centre Stage Theatre Camp delivers.

Centre Stage Theatre Camp is a 3-day, 2-night residential theatre camp for young people aged 8–17, held at the beautiful Ackworth School in Pontefract, West Yorkshire.

Across the weekend, campers take part in acting, singing and dance workshops, creative rehearsals, team games, outdoor activities and our exciting Weekender Games, where they can win tokens for teamwork, kindness, bravery, creativity and confidence.

Campers help put together a final show from start to finish, learning scenes, songs and choreography while making new friends and building confidence along the way.

The weekend is also packed with unforgettable camp moments, including campfire fun, our much-loved silent disco, challenges, laughter, two professional headshots and plenty of opportunities for every child to shine.

The camp ends with a live final showcase for family and friends, giving every camper their own Centre Stage moment.

With DBS-checked staff, 24-hour supervision, dorm accommodation, meals included and a caring team, Centre Stage is a safe, exciting and unforgettable experience for young performers.

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Let your child

shine on stage

Our Camp Reviews

My daughter had an amazing weekend at Centre Stage Theatre Camp last weekend , and is already talking about returning next year!

She had so much fun, met new friends, loved the workshops, zip wire, camp fire, everything! AND she faced her nerves and sang her first solo in-front of an audience and absolutely smashed it! She was very nervous, but with the support and gentle encouragement from staff and her lovely friends (and a phone call to us!) she decided to go for it! We were SO proud, as was she! Definitely a weekend she will never forget!

If you are thinking of booking this for your son/daughter I would say 100% go for it! It doesn’t matter how good at drama you are, everyone is included and I really wish something like this had been around when I was younger! Priceless experience!

Thank you to everyone involved to make this fabulous weekend happen!

See you next year!

Sophie Haywood

My daughter has just got back from an amazing camp. She loved every moment. Such an inclusive and friendly group of staff and students. Had the pleasure of watching the performance at the end of the camp and amazed at how much you achieved with the children in such a short period of time. So many activities and quality performance at the end.

Alice Harrison

Three of my children - aged 8, 10 and 13 - went to this year’s camp (May 2025) and they all had an absolute ball! The older two have been before (in fact it was the teenager’s third year coming) and absolutely loved the experience and although, my youngest child was initially nervous, she was so well looked after and really thrived there.

My girls love everything about it - the workshops, the opportunities to perform, the camp fire, the zip wire… they pack so much into a few days.

Would definitely recommend for anyone with children who enjoy performing!

Performers Review

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Family Discount

Share the Magic – Sibling & Family Discounts Available

There’s something truly special about experiencing Centre Stage Theatre Camp alongside the people you love. Whether it’s brothers, sisters, cousins, or close family friends, our camp is the perfect place to make memories together – from exciting workshops and performances to campfires and laughter

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We understand that booking for more than one child can be a big commitment, so we’ve introduced an exclusive family discount.

This way, your children can enjoy the same incredible 3-day, 2-night experience, side by side, while saving costs – making it easier for them to learn, grow, and create unforgettable moments together.

Flexible payment plans available.

  • Family & Siblings Discount: £365 per child (save £30 per sibling) – email our team for this exclusive offer. 

  • Eligibility for Family & Siblings Discount:

    To qualify, children must be directly related (e.g. siblings, step-siblings, or cousins) and booked together under the same family. Discount applies to each additional child.

For this offer email or call the team to take out this deal. admin@centrestagetheatrecamp.co.uk | Phone: 07883 064636

Pay what you want

Looking for more flexible payment options?

With our Pay What You Want option, you can contribute an amount that feels right for you and your family. Pay the full price, a part payment, or whatever you’re comfortable with, and settle your balance whenever you can.

Please make sure to use your child’s full name as the payment reference.

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What's included?

🟠 3 days and 2 nights residential stay


🟠 Dormitory accommodation with bedding included. Single, twin and triple room options, subject to availability.


🟠 All meals, snacks and refreshments throughout the stay


🟠 Acting, singing and dance workshops with leading industry professionals


🟠 Creative rehearsals where campers help put together a show from start to finish


🟠 Talent Showcase and final live showcase for family and friends


🟠 A chance for every child to have their own Centre Stage Moment


🟠 Weekender Games with teams, tokens, medals, challenges and fun games, team spirit with Theatre Geeks and Mad Prop Squad


🟠 Campfire songs, games and snacks


🟠 Our popular and unique silent disco


🟠 Centre Stage T-shirt and goodie bag


🟠 Two professional headshots by Liz Productions


🟠 Supportive staff, teachers and team leaders throughout camp

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Our new venue

Founded in 1779 – A beautiful Ackworth boarding school in Ackworth, Pontefract, originally established by Dr John Fothergill and fellow Quakers as a place of learning and care. Today, Ackworth School offers fantastic facilities including a well-equipped theatre, excellent boarding accommodation, quality catering, and versatile spaces ideal for theatre workshops, activities, and even campfires – all set within its historic grounds.

Address:

Ackworth School

Ackworth, Pontefract

West Yorkshire

WF7 7LT

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Helping others become Centre Stage!

Become a

Teen Leader 

Meet our 2026 Teen Leaders

About Our Teen Leaders Volunteer Program

We’re excited to launch the Teen Leaders Volunteer Program at Centre Stage Theatre Camp – giving 16–19-year-olds the chance to guide and inspire the next generation of theatre enthusiasts.

Whether you’re a past performer or new to leadership, this role is a brilliant way to develop skills, gain hands-on theatre experience, and stay part of our vibrant camp community. Teen Leaders volunteer for 2 of the 3 camp days (15 hours total) while still enjoying the full camp experience.

You’ll:

  • - Build leadership and mentoring skills

  • Gain experience in theatre production and management

  • - Receive a 40% discount on camp (£300 instead of £459)

Lily’s Story:

“I’ve attended every camp since 2018, and in 2025 & 2026 I was honoured to become a Teen Leader. It gave me the chance to inspire others, build my teaching skills, and share my passion for theatre. It’s an experience I’ll never forget.” – Lily

📅 Apply by completing our form and sending a 60-second video on why you’d make a great Teen Leader.

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