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Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp

Wedgewood-Houston · $350/week · ★ 4.6 (121 reviews)

Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp offers day camps for ages 4-18, focusing on theatre arts education and performance in a historic Nashville venue.

▌ Editor's read The Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer camp offerings. The Nashville Children's Theatre, which operates the camp, was founded in 1931, indicating 93 years of experience in children's theatre. The camp offers day programs for various age groups, from 4-year-olds to 18-year-olds, with themes like 'Broadway Bound' and 'Playwriting.' The organization is a non-profit, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The website explicitly mentions that 'All NCT staff and teaching artists undergo background checks,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for Nashville Children's Theatre show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with many parents praising the quality of instruction and positive impact on their children. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles include @nashvillechildrenstheatre on Instagram and 'nashvillechildrenstheatre' on Facebook.
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Since 193393+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 4–18

Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right theater/music fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1933 (93 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Theater/Music
  • Ages: 4–18
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 25 Middleton St, Nashville, TN 37210, USA
  • Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp

What ages does Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp accept?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp is open to children ages 4–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp cost?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp publishes $350/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp's hours?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 93 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp provide lunch?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp compare to other theater/music camps in Nashville?
Nashville Children's Theatre Drama Camp is one of 7 theater/music camps in Nashville that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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